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Geekvape Aegis Legend 5 Kit Review

Alex

The Geekvape Aegis Legend 5 is the latest high-performance device in the renowned Aegis Legend series, known for its extreme durability and high-quality build. This dual-battery device is paired with the Z Sub-ohm Tank 5, specifically designed for direct-to-lung (DTL) vaping. The Aegis Legend 5 maintains the series’ reputation for ruggedness, power, and reliability.

This was sent to me for review from Sourcemore. You can pick it up from them here:

Style and Design

The Legend 5 features a modernized look while staying true to the classic Aegis aesthetic, utilizing an aluminum frame, rubber grips, and carbon fiber accents. There’s no mistaking the style of an Aegis Legend. It’s one of my all time favorite product lines.

I was sent the “Racing Edition,” which is inspired by the Nürburgring racetrack in Germany. It has a red body, sleek track-like lines on the top where the tank connects, and a checkered pattern on the side of the body. But aside from those specific cosmetic details on the racing edition, all other models are built the same way.

The device has a silicone base to protect it from drops and keep the battery sealed for water resistance. The frame is 2mm thick and has a multi-layer, ribbed structure to distribute stress if the device is dropped. It’s definitely built to last.

The Legend 5 is surprisingly light compared to previous iterations (or at least the Legend 3, since that’s the last model I’ve actually used). It’s not exactly what I’d call light, but Geekvape has done a great job keeping it as light as a heavy-duty, dual-battery mod can be.

It also includes a glossy 1.08-inch “ultra” (their words) screen. It’s bright and looks great. You can also dim the screen as much as you want, too, even turning it completely off.

Functions & Features

You press the firing button five times fast to turn the device on or off. The default mode is SMART mode, but you can simply adjust the wattage to whatever you want to jump out of SMART mode.

Settings for the Lights

There’s a light setting in the menu too, if you want to change the style of the RGB lights on the sides of the screen. There are five options to pick from, or you can turn it off.

Each setting changes the animation of the lights.

The lights are so subtle and unnoticeable that I keep them on, but I probably wouldn’t notice if they were off. And I have absolutely no preference at all about which option is running. This feels like an idea that failed to land, or something that exists only to be an extra bullet point on the features list.

Performance

The device has a high-quality and high-end feel. Even the battery door mechanism is smoother than on older Aegis models, though I did notice the battery door lock still catches a little as it’s about to latch. I think this might simply be a drawback of the way the door seals, since all Aegis models have had this problem. My guess is it’s unavoidable because the door has to close very tightly to keep it waterproof.

While the vibration feedback is a unique touch, especially for sensing when the device is in use without having to look at the screen. It’s probably useful for vision impairments, too. I did find it a little annoying when navigating deep menu settings, though, because it would constantly vibrate.

In use, the Legend 5 is great. It feels really good to hold. It has the same form factor and is nearly the same size as previous models, so if you have any of those, you’ll be familiar with how it feels in the hand. For me, it feels ergonomic. It’s a beefy device, but it doesn’t seem so big that it’s uncomfortable to use.

The button has a strong click, is easy to press, and fires immediately. I have no issues at all with getting big and instant hits.

Batteries and Charging

The Aegis Legend 5 requires two 18650 batteries, which are not included, so you’ll need to buy those separately. If you’re new to using devices with removable batteries, be sure to buy batteries that are designed for this purpose from a reputable shop like Element Vape (not sponsored, I just trust them).

The Aegis Legend 5 charging port is at the top of device under a silicone flap. This seals the port to protect it from dust and water, so just make sure it’s tight to keep it protected.

The nice thing about this is that you can charge the batteries without having to take them out and use a charger. I personally like charging my batteries in a dedicated charger, but this makes it much easier for people who don’t have one.

The Aegis Legend 5 Specs

Z Sub-Ohm Tank 5

The full kit also includes the Z Sub-ohm Tank 5, but you can buy the tank or the Legend 5 separately. This is a top-fill tank featuring a sliding top cap with an easy-to-see arrow and an adjustable airflow system with notched markings for precise control.

Mouthpiece

The mouthpiece is simple and nothing special, but it works. It’s also removable, so you can replace it with something more custom if you want.

Sliding Top Cap

The top cap slides to the side so that you can fill up the tank. It works…fine, but I find these types of caps annoying. I know this style is pretty standard these days, but sliding top caps are frustrating because I have to try to jam the tip of the e-liquid bottle into the fill port and it just barely reaches. I hate trying to not slip and spill liquid.

But other than the typical annoyances of these types of top caps, it works well. The cap has an arrow printed very clearly so it’s easy to tell which way to slide it, which is nice. The cap slides easily and it also moves back into places easily and holds strong. It functions well.

Airflow

This has an adjustable airflow ring at the top, The airflow feels really good. It’s smooth and you have a lot of customizability between lots of airflow or a restricted draw. This is meant only for direct-lung hits though, so while you are able to close it down a lot, it won’t work well as a mouth-to-lung vape.

There are markings behind the ring, which I think are handy for knowing exactly where you like to keep it set. And the ring also slides off if you want to be able to clean behind it at some point. That’s another nice feature.

The airflow is designed to travel in from the airflow holes at the top, down the channels, as shown in the image above, and through the coil and back up to the mouthpiece. The intake system works pretty well as far as flavor goes.

Z Sub-ohm Tank 5 Specs

Tank Performance

I had serious issues with this tank flooding and leaking. The tank flooded so badly that I couldn’t even hit it without getting a mouthful of liquid. It pours out of the airflow holes when I tilt it, and the first time it happened, it spilled all over my couch and floor. That was very frustrating.

I’ve made sure the o-rings are in good condition and in the right place, I’ve made sure the airflow is closed before filling, and I’ve tried with both coils, but no luck. There’s something about this tank that just causes it to flood in a matter of hours.

Before the tank floods – so maybe a couple of hours – the performance is nice. The airflow is smooth, and the flavor is excellent. But because of the flooding issues I’ve had with it, I can’t recommend it. In fact, I highly recommend against it.

Final Thoughts

The Geekvape Aegis Legend 5 is an excellent choice for those who need a durable, high-wattage device, especially if you work in fields like construction or other rugged environments. It would be great for outdoor activities where durability is important, like hiking, camping and rock-climbing.

If you already have an Aegis Legend, especially one of the last two models (3 and 4), you’re not going to find much difference here. The Legend 3 introduced the A Lock switch, which was the biggest improvement to the Aegis line in recent iterations, and this new model doesn’t really add much else. So in that case, it might not make sense to upgrade, unless you just want the slightly modified style, or if you’re a collector.

As for the Z Sub-Ohm Tank 5, I say skip it. But hey, maybe you’ll have better luck with it than I did.

The Geekvape Aegis Legend 5 kit was sent to me for review from Sourcemore. Here’s where you can get it:

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