Xlim Pro vs Xlim Pro 2: Is the Upgrade Actually Worth It?

Three weeks. That's how long I carried both pods in the same jacket pocket before I made up my mind.

Left pocket: my old Xlim Pro. Right pocket: the new Xlim Pro 2 that OXVA sent over for review. Same coil, same juice, same everything — just so I could feel the difference properly instead of guessing.

And honestly? I went in sceptical. The Xlim Pro was already the pod I recommended to 8 out of 10 customers who walked into our conversations looking for their first serious MTL device. It didn't feel broken. So what could OXVA really add?

Turns out, more than I expected. But also less than the marketing wants you to believe. Let me explain.

What's actually different between the two

Quick context first. The Xlim Pro launched in Pakistan at Rs.5,099 and carried a 1000mAh battery, Type-C charging, and that lovely adjustable airflow ring on the side that made it feel like a proper grown-up pod instead of a throwaway. It's still on our shelves. Still selling. Still brilliant.

The Xlim Pro 2 keeps the same 1000mAh battery — same runtime, roughly 1.5 days of moderate vaping for me — but changes a few things I didn't realise mattered until I lived with both.

First, the screen. The original Pro had a small OLED that showed battery, wattage, puff count. Fine. Functional. The Pro 2 bumps it up to a bigger, sharper display that actually shows coil resistance and airflow setting without me squinting under the office lights. Small thing. Makes a difference when you're adjusting on the go.

Second — and this is the one I got wrong at first — the airflow. I assumed it was the same ring, same mechanism, same feel. Nope. The Pro 2 has a tighter MTL range at the closed end. Like, genuinely tighter. If you're a cigarette-to-vape switcher and you've been frustrated that even the most restricted pod still feels a bit airy, this one fixes that. I actually recommended the original Pro to my cousin in Multan who'd just quit Gold Leaf, and he came back saying "it's good but it doesn't feel like a cigarette drag." The Pro 2 would've solved that.

Third, the coil connection. OXVA redesigned the pod contact so you don't get that weird dry-hit-then-fine-again thing that happened occasionally on the original (maybe 1 in every 40 pulls for me — not common, but annoying when it happened). The Pro 2 just... hits consistently. Every time.

And fourth, charging speed. The Pro charged full in about 45 minutes. The Pro 2 does it in closer to 35. Not life-changing, but if you're the kind of person who forgets to charge overnight and panics at 9am before a client call, that extra 10 minutes matters.

What's the same? The pod compatibility (yes, your existing Xlim V2/Pro pods still work — huge win), the build quality, the zinc alloy chassis, the 0.6Ω and 0.8Ω coil options, the 2ml capacity.

So who should actually upgrade?

Here's the thing. I don't believe in upgrading for the sake of it. I've watched too many customers in Karachi and Lahore drop Rs.5,000+ every six months chasing the newest thing when their current device is working perfectly. That's wasteful. Vaping shouldn't be fashion.

But there are three situations where the Pro 2 genuinely earns the swap.

One: you're coming from cigarettes and you want the tightest possible MTL draw. The Pro 2's airflow is noticeably more restricted at the closed setting. If the original felt too loose to replicate a cig, this fixes it.

Two: your current Xlim Pro is already showing battery wear. If you've had it 8+ months and the battery life has dropped 20-30%, the Pro 2 is a sensible next step rather than buying a replacement battery-worn Pro.

Three: you vape in dim conditions a lot. The bigger screen genuinely helps if you're riding in a rickshaw at night or checking settings during Karachi load-shedding.

If none of those apply to you? Keep your Xlim Pro. Seriously. Buy more coils, clean it properly every couple of weeks, and it'll keep going. I still use mine as my secondary device and it's been rock solid since 2023.

But if you're new to pods and choosing between the two — just get the Pro 2. The price difference is small, the improvements are real, and you'll use it for 18+ months easily. You can grab it alongside our full OXVA collection or browse our wider pod systems range if you want to compare against Voopoo and Vaporesso first.

Xlim Pro 2 price in Pakistan and what you get

We're listing the Xlim Pro 2 at Rs.5,499 on ivapegreat.com.pk. That's Rs.400 more than the original. For what you get — tighter airflow, better screen, faster charging, improved coil contact — I think that's fair. Not a steal, but fair.

The box includes the device, one 0.6Ω coil pre-installed, one 0.8Ω spare coil, a Type-C cable, and the usual paperwork. You'll want to pick up extra coils at the same time because a single coil lasts most people 10-14 days with decent nic salt juice. We stock replacement coils on the OXVA collection page.

Pair it with IVG Intense Salts at Rs.2,999 for 30ml — that's the combo I push to almost everyone switching from cigarettes. The 35mg strength works beautifully with the 0.8Ω coil. If you're a heavier smoker (full flavour Marlboro or Dunhill territory) go for the 55mg. Ex-light-smokers should stick with 35mg or you'll get a headrush.

Cash on delivery works across Pakistan — Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Peshawar, Quetta, Faisalabad, all the way down to smaller cities and towns. We've done COD to a village in interior Sindh last month that I had to look up on the map. Delivery typically 3-4 working days. Free returns if something's not right.

One thing I'll say — and this is me being honest as a shop owner, not a salesman — don't buy either Xlim from random Instagram sellers. The fake Xlims in the Pakistani market are getting better. They'll work for a week, then the coil contact corrodes or the battery puffs up. We source direct from OXVA's authorised channel. Check the scratch-and-verify code on the box when yours arrives. It matters.

FAQs

Can I use my old Xlim pods with the Pro 2?

Yes. That's one of my favourite things about this upgrade. Your existing Xlim V2, Xlim Pro, and Xlim Go pods all fit the Pro 2. So if you've stockpiled pods (I know some of you have), nothing's wasted.

Is the Xlim Pro 2 worth Rs.5,499 over the Xlim Go at Rs.3,499?

Depends on what you want. The Go is lighter, smaller, and great for a second device or lower-commitment user. The Pro 2 has adjustable wattage, better battery, and that airflow control ring. If this is your main daily device, go Pro 2. If it's a backup or you mostly vape at home with a bigger mod, save the money and get the Go.

How long does a coil actually last?

In my testing, 10-14 days on the 0.6Ω and slightly longer on the 0.8Ω — maybe 14-18 days. That's with 35mg nic salt and vaping roughly 150-200 puffs a day. Sweet dessert flavours will kill coils faster (sucralose residue, it's a whole thing). Fruit and menthol flavours stretch them out.

Does it work well for someone just quitting cigarettes?

Honestly, this is where the Pro 2 shines over the original. The tighter airflow mimics a cigarette drag much better. Pair it with 55mg IVG Intense Salts, tobacco or menthol flavour, 0.8Ω coil, airflow closed nearly all the way. That setup has helped more Pakistani customers quit cigarettes than any other combo I sell.

So yeah — is the upgrade necessary? No. Is it worth it if you're buying new or your current Pro is tired? Absolutely. What's the pod you're currently using, and what's bugging you about it?