XLIM PRO 2 vs. XLIM PRO 3 vs. XLIM 3 ULTRA: Which XLIM Is Right for You in 2025?

The OXVA XLIM Series has set global standards for pod systems, earning multiple "Best Pod Vape" awards across 2024 and 2025. With the release of the XLIM PRO 3 and the groundbreaking XLIM 3 ULTRA, many vapers are asking: What’s the real difference? And which device should I choose?

In this comparison, we break down the three flagship models—XLIM PRO 2, XLIM PRO 3, and XLIM 3 ULTRA—to help you decide which one fits your vaping style.

	XLIM PRO 2	XLIM PRO 3	XLIM 3 ULTRA
Product Position	Best Pod Vape 2024 Industry Flagship	Best Pod Vape 2025	Best Overall Pod System 2025
Screen	0.56" HD Color Screen	1.02" HD Color Screen	2.2" HD Full Touch Screen
Screen Features	Touch:❌ HD：✔ Breathing Light Indicator：✔	Touch:❌ HD：✔ Breathing Light Indicator：✔	Touch:✔ HD：✔ Breathing Light Indicator：❌
Battery	1300mAh	1500mAh	1500mAh
Size	114.5*25.0*15.0mm	119.9mm*25.7mm*15.0mm	121.9mm*28.9mm*16.5mm
Weight	67g	77.4g	90g
Activation	0.01s Auto-draw	0.01s Auto-draw & Button Activated	0.01s Auto-draw & Button Activated
Chip	PHOTON CHIP	Intelligent PHOTON CHIP	Intelligent PHOTON CHIP
Flavor Tech	/	Pulse System Stable Flavor From Inhale To Exhale	Super Pulse System Uncompromised Flavor. From First Puff to Last.
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🏆 Product Positioning

Each device in the XLIM family has earned recognition for different strengths:

• XLIM PRO 2 – Best Pod Vape 2024, established as the industry flagship.

• XLIM PRO 3 – The successor, awarded Best Pod Vape 2025 for boosting performance and battery life.

• XLIM 3 ULTRA – Crowned Best Overall Pod System 2025, thanks to its full-touch screen and advanced Super Pulse flavor technology.

If you want the most advanced XLIM experience, the Ultra leads the pack.

📺 Screen & User Interface

XLIM PRO 2

• 0.56" HD color screen

• Simple and clean

• LED breathing light indicators

• No touch features

XLIM PRO 3

• Upgraded to a 1.02" HD screen

• Clearer display, better navigation

• Retains breathing light indicator

XLIM 3 ULTRA

• Massive 2.2" HD full touch screen

• Phone-like experience for power adjustment and UI interaction

• No breathing light 

If you love modern, touch-driven devices—ULTRA wins without competition.

🔋 Battery Performance

• XLIM PRO 2 – 1300mAh

• XLIM PRO 3 – 1500mAh

• XLIM 3 ULTRA – 1500mAh

Both the PRO 3 and ULTRA offer extended battery life suitable for heavy daily use. The PRO 2 remains lighter but slightly shorter in endurance.

📏 Size & Weight

If you prefer compact and lightweight, the PRO 2 still feels the most pocket-friendly.
If you prefer a premium, substantial hand-feel, the 3 ULTRA delivers.

⚡ Activation & Chipset

All three devices fire instantly with 0.01s auto-draw, while PRO 3 and ULTRA also include button activation for users who prefer manual firing.

Chipsets:

• PRO 2 – PHOTON Chip

• PRO 3 & ULTRA – Intelligent PHOTON Chip for smarter power control

The newer chip intelligently adjusts output to maintain stability and flavor over long sessions.

🔥 Flavor Performance: The Biggest Upgrade

XLIM PRO 2

• No Pulse technology

• Still beloved for delivering consistently smooth flavor

XLIM PRO 3

• Pulse System

• Provides stable flavor from inhale to exhale

XLIM 3 ULTRA

• Super Pulse System

• Delivers uncompromised flavor from the first puff to the very last

• Thicker vapor, smoother output, and more powerful consistency

If flavor is your top priority—the Ultra’s Super Pulse takes the crown

✨ Which One Should You Choose?

Choose XLIM PRO 2 if you want:

• Lightweight & compact design

• Great value

• Award-winning 2024 performance

• Simple button-free experience

Choose XLIM PRO 3 if you want:

• Bigger battery

• Clearer display

• Stronger flavor with Pulse System

• Both auto-draw & button firing

Choose XLIM 3 ULTRA if you want:

• The most advanced XLIM ever made

• Full touch screen

• Super Pulse flavor technology

• Premium design & ultimate performance

💬 Final Thoughts

Each XLIM device represents a step forward in OXVA’s innovation, but your perfect match depends on what you value most—portability, battery life, display, or flavor performance.

If you want the newest and the best?
👉 Go for the XLIM 3 ULTRA.

If you want a balanced, powerful, yet compact flagship?
👉 XLIM PRO 3 is your winner.

If you want something light, simple, and budget-friendly?
👉 XLIM PRO 2 still shines in 2025.