XMAX Ace Review UK (2025) – Danny Foggs’ Hands-On Test

Introduction

There are pocket vapes… and then there’s the XMAX Ace, strutting in like the big brother who’s not afraid to eat all your biscuits. Unlike the V3 Nano or Oont Pro, which are featherweight stealth machines, the Ace is here for people who want bigger sessions, bigger clouds, and less faffing about with cleaning.

I’m Danny Foggs — I hike, I vape, and I put these things through their paces so you don’t have to. And let me tell you, that self-cleaning eject button? It’s not just a gimmick. It’s the “oh thank god I don’t need to scrape this oven in the rain” button.

What’s Included

• XMAX Ace vaporizer
• 18650 removable battery
• USB-C charging cable
• Cleaning brush
• Packing/stir tool
• Spare screens
• User manual

👉 Straightforward kit. No bells and whistles, but that eject feature more than makes up for it.

Build Quality, Design & Colours

The Ace looks sharp, feels sturdy, and has that premium metal chassis that screams “I’m not budget.” The OLED screen is bright, the buttons are clicky, and the magnetic mouthpiece is snug enough that you’re not worrying about it falling off mid-hike.

• 🔹Available Colours (UK): Black.

Danny’s take: it’s chunkier than the Nano or Oont, sure, but it feels like a serious bit of kit.

Portability and Concealment

At around 180 g, the Ace is not disappearing in your skinny jeans pocket. This is more of a jacket-pocket or backpack vape. It’s portable, but not stealth in the way the Nano or Oont are.

Stealth rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ — it’ll travel, but it’s not winning a hide-and-seek contest.

Heating & Temperature Options

• Conduction heating (powerful and consistent)
• Heat-up time: ~20 seconds (quicker than you’d expect)
• Temp range: 100–240°C, full digital control
• Session mode only

If you like control down to the degree, this is your mate. Unlike the Oont’s fixed presets, you can chase terps at 180°C or chase clouds at 220°C — your call.

Chamber & Loading Tips

• Oven size: ~0.3 g (big for a portable)
• Ceramic chamber with the famous eject button
• Press, and your spent herb pops right out

💡 Danny’s tip: if you’re outdoors, this is a godsend. No scraping, no digging around with a stir tool — just click, tap, reload. It’s one of those features you wonder why no one else has nicked yet.

Vapour Quality & Performance

This is where the Ace flexes. Vapour is dense, satisfying, and cloudier than the Starry V4 or V3 Nano. Flavour’s decent at lower temps, but let’s be honest: the Ace is more about chunky clouds than terp-chasing.

Everyday use: it runs hotter than the convection-driven V3 Pro, so I wouldn’t chain-rip it at max temp unless you enjoy feeling like you’ve just swallowed a campfire. With the right temp sweet spot (190–200°C), it’s smooth, tasty, and punchy.

Battery & Charging

• Swappable 18650 battery (included)
• Runtime: ~6–8 sessions per charge
• USB-C charging (about 90 minutes to full)
• External charger recommended for heavy users

Danny’s real-world note: the swappable battery is a lifesaver. Keep a spare in your bag and you’ll never run dry.

Apps & Smart Features

No app (and that’s a good thing). Everything you need is on the OLED screen: temp, battery, timer. Simple, no faff.

Cleaning & Maintenance

Here’s the kicker: the self-cleaning eject button makes maintenance a breeze. After a session, just pop it, tip it, and the chamber’s clear. Brush it out if you’re feeling fancy.

Mouthpiece screens still need the occasional ISO soak, but compared to most conduction vapes, this is miles easier.

Comparisons

• XMAX Oont Pro – Tiny, cheap, basic. The Ace is bigger, cloudier, and way more advanced.
• XMAX V3 Nano – Still smaller, but less powerful. The Ace is for people who want more control and clouds.
• XMAX Starry V4 – Similar category, both swappable batteries, but the Ace wins on oven size and easy cleaning.
• XMAX V3 Pro – Convection, on-demand hits, and better flavour. The Ace is all about conduction power and simplicity.
• Pax Plus – Sleeker, smoother flavour, but sealed battery and pricier. The Ace feels sturdier and is easier to clean.

Conclusion

The XMAX Ace is the cloud chaser’s portable — bigger oven, proper temperature control, and that genius eject button that makes cleaning painless. It’s less stealthy than the Nano and less refined than the V3 Pro, but if you want big sessions without big maintenance, the Ace is the one.

• 👉 Best for: session vapers, cloud lovers, and anyone who hates cleaning ovens.
• 👉 Not for: stealthy city users or terp-chasing purists.

Buying Options

Buy the XMAX Ace in Black from DopeVapes.co.uk — official UK retailer with genuine stock and warranty support.

Technical Specs

Performance by Category

• Flavour ⭐⭐⭐⭐
• Clouds ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
• Efficiency ⭐⭐⭐⭐
• Portability ⭐⭐⭐⭐
• Ease of Use ⭐⭐⭐⭐
• Cleaning ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
• Value ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Self-cleaning eject button = no scraping
• Large 0.3 g oven for big sessions
• Swappable 18650 battery
• Full digital temp control
• Dense conduction vapour

Cons

• Bulkier than the Nano/Oont
• Vapour can run hot at higher temps
• Flavour less refined than convection vapes
• Pocket feel heavier than other XMAX models

FAQ – XMAX Ace (UK)

• What colours are available?
  Currently Black.
• How long does the battery last?
  About 6–8 sessions per 18650. Swap in a spare for endless use.
• What’s special about the Ace?
  The self-cleaning eject button — tip out your oven instantly after a session.
• How does it compare to the Starry V4?
  The Ace is slightly larger, has a bigger chamber, and is much easier to clean.
• Where’s the best place to buy?
  From DopeVapes.co.uk — genuine stock, UK warranty, and fast delivery.

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💨 Danny Foggs’ Verdict:

The XMAX Ace is like the mate who always brings the biggest bag of crisps to the party — not subtle, not fancy, but absolutely satisfying. Clouds for days, no cleaning drama, and a battery you can swap in seconds. For me, it’s the conduction workhorse of the XMAX family.