The Novo series is already well-known, and thanks to its past success, everyone's got high expectations for the new SMOK Novo 5. Does it have what it takes to meet your expectations? Let's Stick around to see how the Novo 5 holds up and whether it's worth adding to your lineup!

What Does The SMOK Novo 5 Vape Kit Offer?

The Novo 5 is made from a mix of zinc alloy and plastic, making it lightweight and compact. It's about 96mm tall, 29mm wide, and 18.9mm deep—small enough to slip into your pocket easily. Plus, the build quality is seriously impressive.

Exterior

This device features a top-fill design with a 2mL pod capacity. The pods connect magnetically, keeping things simple and secure.

Right below the pod, there's an adjustable airflow ring that lets you fine-tune your inhale for a customized vaping experience.

The Novo 5 also offers dual activation. You can either draw directly from the mouthpiece or use the button to activate it—whatever works best for you.

Below the activation button, you'll find a handy display screen. It shows key info like wattage, battery life, and coil resistance, making it easy to monitor and adjust your settings. Not only does the Novo 5 look great but it's also packed with practical features.

Internal

Under the hood, the Novo 5 is powered by a built-in 900mAh battery, offering solid battery life to keep you going. It delivers adjustable power from 5 to 30 watts so that you can set it to your preferred level.

The integrated 0.7-ohm coil ensures smooth, flavorful, and aromatic vapor. With its sleek design and great performance, the Novo 5 is a perfect blend of style and substance.

The Benefits of Pods With Built-In Coils

• The pod attaches magnetically to the device, ensuring a secure connection without the risk of it popping out unexpectedly.
• This magnetic attachment is both strong and easy to handle, adding to the Novo 5's user-friendly design.
• Each pod comes with a 0.7-ohm mesh coil, and when the coil wears out, you swap the whole pod.
• The mesh coil design ensures great flavor and vapor production; the 0.7-ohm coil is optimized for MTL (mouth-to-lung) vaping, offering a tight draw that feels just like a cigarette, making it perfect for anyone looking to quit smoking.

The Purpose Of The Adjustable Airflow System

The device has an airflow control system that lets users adjust their draw by rotating the knob, giving them control over the airflow. You can tweak the airflow to suit your preferences, adjusting how tight or airy the draw feels, which in turn affects the vapor production and flavor. For example, more airflow usually means more vapor and a smoother inhale,  while With less airflow, you'll get a tighter draw and a stronger flavor. This feature is especially useful for different vaping styles and juice types, like high-VG liquids.

What Can You Expect From The SMOK Novo 5's Performance?

The SMOK Novo 5 kit delivers impressive performance thanks to its mesh coil and adjustable settings. This combo provides richer flavor, smoother vapor, and faster heat-up times. Each puff is a satisfying experience, especially when the wattage is set near 30W, making it a great choice for MTL vapers.

With a 900mAh battery, it handles daily use like a champ, lasting a full day on a single charge. For heavy users, the fast-charging feature is a lifesaver—just 15 minutes of charging can get you back to vaping with up to 80% battery life.

Comparing The SMOK Novo 5 and Novo 4

• The Novo 4 only has draw-activated firing, but the Novo 5 offers both draw-activated and button-activated firing.
• The Novo 4 maxes out at 25 watts, while the Novo 5 goes up to 30 watts.
• The Novo 4 has an 800mAh battery, and the Novo 5 comes with a 900mAh battery for a bit more power.
• The charging port on the Novo 4 is on the front, while the Novo 5 has its charging port on the bottom.
• The biggest difference is that the Novo 4 has a pod with a replaceable coil, while the Novo 5 features a pod with a built-in coil.

Does The SMOK NOVO 5 Have Safety Features?

The Novo 5 is packed with safety features to give you a worry-free vaping experience. Here's what it's got:

8-Second Cutoff: Prevent it from being activated for a long time; it'll shut off automatically to prevent overheating or damage.

Low Voltage Protection: When the battery's running low, the device shuts down to protect itself.

Short-Circuit Protection: If there's an issue, like a short circuit, the device stops working to keep things safe.

Overcharge Protection: It safeguards the battery during charging so it doesn't get damaged.

What Can You Do With The SMOK NOVO 5 Button?

Please turn it on or off: Press the fire button five times quickly to power up/down the device.

Adjust the wattage: Click the fire button three times, then use the "+" and "-" buttons to set your preferred wattage.

Check battery life: Double-click the fire button, and the OLED screen will show you how much juice is left.

Start vaping: Hold down the fire button to vape or inhale through the mouthpiece to activate it.

How To Filling The Novo 5 Pod?

• Gently twist and remove the mouthpiece from the Novo 5 pod.
• You'll see two openings when the mouthpiece is off. The fill hole is on the side of the central airflow chimney and is marked in red.
• Place the tip of your e-liquid bottle into the fill port.
• Squeeze the bottle until the pod is filled, but be careful not to overfill.
• Wait a few minutes after filling before vaping to allow the pod to absorb the e-liquid.

Final Takeaways

The SMOK Novo 5 Pod Kit is a compact and stylish device that really delivers on performance.  It's a total win in my book. With improved battery life and an efficient coil system, it's a clear step up in the Novo series. What I love most is how easy it is to use—it's got that dual activation feature, so sometimes I can draw, and other times, I can use the button for a bit more control. That flexibility is a nice touch. Adjustable airflow with power allows me to fine-tune the drawing to what I want. This device is worth putting on your list.