Description
The VAPORESSO XROS 5 Mini is a compact, screen-free MTL pod kit with a 1500mAh battery, 2A Type-C charging, COREX 3.0 flavor, adjustable airflow, and hidden tidal light strips for battery status. At $24.90 it is the simpler entry point into the universal XROS pod ecosystem.
Who it’s for: adult beginners who want minimalist MTL; users who prefer no OLED and a lower price than XROS 5; pocket-first daily carry.
Who it’s not for: buyers who want an on-device OLED and 3A charging (choose XROS 5); buyers who want the newest SSS 2.0 flagship (choose XROS 6).
Key specs
Battery: 1500mAh built-in
Charging: DC 5V/2A, Type-C
Flavor tech: COREX 3.0
Display: no screen — tidal light strips
Pod capacity: 3ml (2ml TPD where required)
Output: up to 30W
Dimensions: 110.5 × 24.2 × 14.1 mm
Price: $24.90
Compatibility
Uses all XROS series pods (0.4Ω–1.2Ω), shared with XROS 5, XROS 6, XROS PRO 2, and earlier XROS devices. Not compatible with ECO NANO pods or GTX coils.
XROS 5 Mini vs XROS 5
Spec
XROS 5 Mini
XROS 5
Battery
1500mAh
1500mAh
Charging
2A
3A
Display
Tidal lights (no OLED)
0.88″ OLED
Flavor tech
COREX 3.0
COREX 3.0
Best for
Simple compact MTL
Screen + faster charge
Price
$24.90
$35.90
Package
1 × XROS 5 Mini Battery
1 × XROS Series 0.6Ω Mesh Pod (pre-installed)
1 × XROS Series 0.8Ω Mesh Pod (in-box)
1 × Type-C Cable
1 × User Manual & Warranty Card
1 × Reminder Card
Related: XROS series · XROS 5 · MTL vs RDL guide · XROS pod chart
Q: Is XROS 5 Mini the same as XROS 5?
A: No. XROS 5 Mini is the screen-free compact model with 2A charging. XROS 5 adds a 0.88-inch OLED and 3A fast charging. Both use 1500mAh batteries and COREX 3.0 with universal XROS pods.
Q: What battery and charge rate does XROS 5 Mini have?
A: 1500mAh with 2A Type-C charging — enough for all-day MTL for most adult users.
Q: Which pods fit XROS 5 Mini?
A: All universal XROS pods (0.4Ω–1.2Ω). The kit includes 0.6Ω and 0.8Ω mesh pods.
Q: Does XROS 5 Mini have a screen?
A: No OLED screen. Battery level is shown with hidden tidal light strips.
Q: XROS 5 Mini vs XROS 6 Mini — which is newer?
A: XROS 6 Mini is the newer mini line with updated XROS 6-era features. XROS 5 Mini remains the value COREX 3.0 mini at $24.90.
Q: Is XROS 5 Mini good for beginners?
A: Yes. It is a simple MTL stick with adjustable airflow, no menus, and full XROS pod compatibility for easy future upgrades.
