Voopoo Argus G2 review, what the published tests agree on
Search for the Voopoo Argus G2 and a fair share of the results point to a different device, the G2 Mini or the G2 Mini+. Retailer listings, for their part, rarely admit a single flaw. That makes it hard to know what this screen pod is really worth. This review sets the manufacturer’s spec sheet against two independent tests, to separate the strengths that hold up from the reservations that product pages leave out.
Voopoo Argus G2, our verdict in brief
The Voopoo Argus G2 is a sturdy, versatile cartridge pod with more adjustment than many cartridge pods. It suits a first vape with a tight draw as well as a vaper who wants control over the wattage. Published reviews score it highly, and their criticism targets the controls rather than the flavour or the reliability.
Its limits come down to three things, a single button that means learning press sequences, a draw that never opens up enough for proper direct lung vaping, and a chunkier build than the screenless pods in the same family. For anyone happy with those trade-offs, the published tests point to no fundamental weakness.
What the Voopoo Argus G2 spec sheet says
Before reading the reviews, it helps to know what the manufacturer claims. The sheet Voopoo publishes gives the following figures, and the last column explains what each one changes in use.
| Spec | Claimed figure | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 1000 mAh built in | no cell to swap, USB-C charging at 5 V and 2 A |
| Power | 5 to 30 W | from mouth to lung through to restricted direct lung |
| Output voltage | 3.2 to 4.2 V | a range retailers seldom repeat |
| Supported resistance | 0.4 to 3 ohms | cartridges in 0.4, 0.7 and 1 ohm |
| Screen | 0.96 inch colour TFT | wattage, mode and battery at a glance |
| Cartridge | 2 ml TPD version, 3 ml standard version | only the 2 ml version is sold in the UK |
| TPD dimensions | 116 x 26.4 x 15.2 mm | stick format, thicker than a G2 Mini+ |
The sheet also states that the cartridges are made of PCTG, a copolyester, and recommends nicotine e-liquid up to 30 mg. That last figure does not apply in Britain, where nicotine e-liquid is capped at 20 mg/ml in bottles of no more than 10 ml, and refillable tanks and cartridges are limited to 2 ml.
The G2 sheet lists Argus family cartridges with built-in coils, plus an empty Argus Pod cartridge that takes ITO coils, but neither the PnP coils nor the TPP Pod Tank covered in our guide to the Voopoo vape tank range.
Strengths the Voopoo Argus G2 reviews confirm
Two independent tests, one from the British site Ecigclick and one from the French site Le Vapelier, came out in April 2024. The first gives it 9.3 out of 10, the second 4.8 out of 5, and their findings overlap on three points.
Power that stays steady
The French test rates the accuracy of the output at full charge as excellent. The British review goes further, with the 0.7 ohm cartridge still giving a performance scored 7 out of 10 while the screen showed 0% battery. Smart mode, which picks the wattage by itself, chose 16 W for the 0.7 ohm and 23 W for the 0.4 ohm, both within the recommended range for each cartridge.
A cartridge that does not leak
No leaks or condensation turned up during the British test, on a sample fitted with the 2 ml TPD cartridges. The French review also notes that taking it apart and cleaning it is very easy.
Quick charging and a measured battery life
A full charge took 35 minutes on a 2 A charger, matching the time estimated on the screen. One charge covered 226 puffs with the 0.7 ohm cartridge set to 16 W, a figure that gives a more concrete sense of scale than the “days of vaping” claimed on the sheet.
The drawbacks product pages keep quiet
The retailer listings that rank well for the Argus G2 mention no flaws at all. The independent reviews find several, all linked to handling rather than build quality.
One button for every setting
Everything goes through the same button, from mode selection to wattage. Even switching off means entering the menu, and the British reviewer finds the whole thing a little fiddly, even though it works. The screen goes dark while charging and only wakes at a press of the button.
A draw that stops halfway
On a scale of 0 to 10, the British reviewer puts the fully open airflow at around 5 and fully closed at around 0.5. The device therefore handles a tight draw very well, but not airy direct lung vaping. The airflow slider is quite stiff to move, which has the advantage of keeping it from shifting during use.
Modes and display with room to improve
Eco mode cut flavour and vapour at the same wattage, with no visible gain on battery or e-liquid use. In Super mode, the screen’s colour theme makes the battery level hard to read. The resistance value, etched into the fill flap, is also difficult to make out.
Which vaper is the Voopoo Argus G2 for?
The reviews describe a device built for two profiles, and less relevant for two others. The table below sums up the verdict and the starting setting the findings suggest.
| Profile | Verdict | Starting point |
|---|---|---|
| First vape, tight draw | good fit | 0.7 ohm cartridge, Smart mode, airflow nearly closed |
| Vaper who likes to tweak | good fit | 0.4 ohm cartridge, wattage set by hand |
| Open direct lung vaping | poor fit | airflow capped at mid-point |
| Wants total simplicity | poor fit | a pod with no screen or menu is more direct |
For airy direct lung vaping, a tank on a box mod is the logical route, and our guide to vape tanks explains how to choose one. For the first two profiles, on the other hand, the Voopoo Argus G2 offers a range of adjustment that few cartridge pods match.
FAQ
A few practical questions remain once the verdict is in. The answers below add to the review findings without repeating them.
Can you vape the Argus G2 while it charges?
No. The French test reports charging without pass-through, meaning you cannot vape while the device is plugged in. The Argus G2 cannot act as a power bank for another device either.
Which cartridges does the Argus G2 take?
The manufacturer lists it as compatible with the 2 ml Argus Snap cartridge, the Argus Top Fill V2 and the first-generation Argus Top Fill, plus their safety cap versions. In the UK, only the 2 ml versions meet the capacity limit.
How can you tell which cartridge is fitted?
The screen shows the resistance it detects as soon as the cartridge is in place. That is the quickest way to check whether a 0.4 or a 0.7 ohm is installed, without hunting for the etched marking.
Which e-liquid suits the 0.7 ohm cartridge?
A tight-draw cartridge works well with a fairly thin liquid, on the propylene glycol side. The e-liquid guide explains how to read the PG/VG ratio on the label.
Is the Argus G2 heavy?
The French test weighed it at 84 g, as the manufacturer publishes no weight. It feels dense in the hand for a pod, and the box includes a lanyard for carrying it other than in a pocket.
Voopoo Argus G2, a pod worth recommending with conditions
Taken together, the reviews describe a device that is stable, leak-free and quick to charge, held back only by its controls. The single button, the capped airflow and an unconvincing Eco mode are the real points to weigh before buying, far more than reliability.
The Voopoo Argus G2 is therefore aimed first at tight-draw vapers and at those who like to fine-tune their wattage, in its 2 ml UK version. Setting the manufacturer’s sheet against independent reviews remains the best way to judge any piece of vaping hardware before choosing it.
This article is strictly informative and is written for adult vapers only. It is not a buying recommendation, and vaping products can contain nicotine, a substance that causes dependence. Vaping products are not for sale to anyone under 18 in the UK.
