Today, we’re taking a look at the IVG Smart 5500, the big puff device from what can only be described as a vaping juggernaut, IVG. Already proving to be one of the biggest brands on the market thanks to the bestselling IVG 2400, the 5500 promises more puffs, more flavour and a big enough battery to keep you puffing all day long.

Product Specification:

•    Battery: 1000mAh, rechargeable via USB Type-C
•    E-liquid Capacity: 2ml pre-filled tank with an additional 10ml refill container
•    Puff Count: Up to 5500 puffs
•    Nicotine Strength: 20mg nicotine salt e-liquid
•    Flavour Options: 30 flavours (single flavours)

At first glance, the device is well packaged, with a refill container in a separate sealed pack. Design-wise, the box-shaped device looks robust while still being lightweight and pocket-friendly; it’s also clearly branded as IVG and has bright colours to match each flavour. Most of the device is taken up with the auto-refill pod, one of the biggest draws of this vape, which is also designed to show how much liquid is left in the device at all times.

Inside, the IVG Smart 5500 has an impressive 1000mAh battery that can be recharged using a USB Type C cable (slot located on the bottom of the device). The device uses 20mg strength nic salt e liquid and comes with a prefilled 2ml tank inside the vape which has a mesh coil to help maximise flavour production; this is automatically refilled by the 10ml refill container when needed.

Set-up itself is straightforward. The device comes in a sealed packet with a separate e-liquid refill. Once the instruction sticker and silicone plugs have been removed, the refill container simply slots into the kit. Once it is locked in place, it cannot be removed; this is because the refill container faces downwards for auto refilling - removing the need to constantly turn the device upside down when you need a top-up.

While we can’t taste-test all 30 flavours on the IVG Smart 5500 menu, we sampled some of the bestselling options across the range.

Watermelon Strawberry

Fast becoming one of the most popular fruity vaping concoctions, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a brand that doesn’t offer its own watermelon strawberry blend. IVG describes this flavour as ‘the taste of summer,’ but this definitely depends on how sweet you like your summer to be! Overall, this is a well-balanced fruity vape, with neither flavour overpowering the other. The first inhale brings an almost candy-like watermelon hit, quickly followed by smooth strawberry notes. For some, the combination of sweet on sweet may be a little too much, but if you have a sweet tooth, you’re probably on to a winner.

Classic Menthol

With menthol being a mainstay in every flavour menu, we had to see how the Smart 5500 offering measures up to its competitors. Promising a ‘smooth and refreshing vape,’ we can see that this minty gem is not playing around. The menthol taste is crisp and cooling, with a smooth throat hit that will satisfy all the die-hard ex-menthol smokers among us. The initial inhale brings a full blast of mint that manages to avoid being sickly sweet, and an icy menthol soon follows this hit, which is stronger than many disposable offerings we’ve tried. If you like your menthol vapes to give you a wake-up call, you won’t be disappointed.

Lemon Lime

A classic citrus blend from IVG that claims to offer a ‘zesty burst of flavour’ on every draw. We don’t disagree; this is a really refreshing vape that doesn’t have the cloying, artificial taste that sometimes accompanies citrus blends.  The lemon and lime flavours are well balanced, with a tangy initial inhale followed by a satisfying sweetness. Fans of lemon and lime sweets may be disappointed that this vape isn’t as sweet as some other vape brands; however, if you’re looking for a true citrus vape, this is pretty close to the mark.

For an MTL device with fixed airflow, the Smart 5500 delivers a smooth draw that will satisfy most vapers. The 1000mAh battery is one of the biggest benefits of the device and one of the largest rechargeable batteries on the market. Average to heavier vapers should get over a day's use out of the device before having to charge it up, and even when it does need charging, the process is quick.

Flavour production is consistent, with no signs of depletion towards the end of the vape. We also didn’t experience any dry hits from the vape over the 1-2 days we used it. The 5500 puff-count is realistic, even with longer draws, ideal if you’re looking for a vape to take away for a weekend or night away. The auto-refill is an excellent addition to this vape, removing the need to tip the device whenever you need to top it up. As the flavour refill is locked in place, vapers looking to switch between flavours may find this not the device for them.

After impressing us with the IVG 2400, it’s fair to say that IVG has done it again with the Smart 5500. This is a powerful ‘big puff’ device that is still lightweight and easy to carry around. Its high puff count will easily last over a day, with a diverse range of flavours to suit all kinds of vapers. Some may find the sweet fruity blends a little ‘much’, but if you’re looking for a sweeter option that doesn’t taste artificial, you’re in the right place. Thanks to the built-in mesh coil, you’re also guaranteed flavour that lasts, with no depletion at the end of the device lifespan.

With a quick and easy set-up, the Smart 5500 is designed with convenience in mind—further illustrated by the innovative auto-refill function and large transparent e-liquid container. If you’re looking for more flavour variety, this might not be the vape for you as you are limited to the one flavour blend that you choose. However, for the price, it’s easy enough to pick up a couple of options.

Compared to other big puff disposable vapes on the market, the IVG Smart 5500 definitely holds its own. While higher-capacity devices are available, the convenience, battery power, and flavour profiles alone make this a stand-out option for both new and seasoned vapers.

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