The Posh Max 2.0 sits in the “big-juice disposable” lane, and it tries to solve two common pain points: weak flavor late in the device, and battery anxiety mid-day. It also locks you into a fixed draw, which can make or break daily use. I reviewed it to see how the flavor holds up, how stable the heat and draw activation feel, and whether condensation and pocket carry stay manageable.
What is the Posh Max 2.0?
Posh Max 2.0 is a rechargeable disposable with about 14 mL of prefilled e-liquid and a target of around 5200 puffs. It uses draw activation, relies on a mesh coil, and charges through USB-C. Airflow is listed as non-adjustable, which puts most of the experience on the stock pull and your puff cadence. The main risks are the usual ones for high-strength options: nicotine intensity (when using the 5%/50 mg version) and throat irritation that depends on the user and flavor profile.
Why choose the Posh Max 2.0?
It fits adult users who want strong, sweet-forward flavors with a steady MTL-to-loose-MTL draw and do not want to manage pods or refills. It also fits people who like cooling (“ice”) finishes and want a disposable that can be topped up by charging instead of dying early.
It is a weaker match for people who need an ultra-tight MTL, or who want adjustable airflow to tune the pull. It also misses for anyone who is sensitive to sweetener-style aftertaste, or who dislikes cooling agents that can feel sharp across longer sessions. If you want a compact, feather-light carry, the larger juice format makes the device feel more “blocky” in a pocket than slim sticks.
How We Tested It
I ran a 3-day rotation with Marcus Reed and Jamal Davis using daily ranges of roughly 100–300 puffs per tester. We tracked flavor accuracy, puff-to-puff consistency, airflow/draw behavior, throat hit, heat stability, and condensation/leak risk during pockets, desk carry, and short outdoor breaks. The unit we used matches the common spec set for this model: draw-activated, mesh coil, non-adjustable airflow, and USB-C charging.
Performance Scores of the Vape
Test window: 3 days, mixed use, roughly 100–300 puffs/day depending on tester.
Scoring: draw behavior and flavor are more subjective; leak/condensation checks and activation reliability are closer to repeatable observations.
| Metric | Score | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Flavor | 4.2 | Bright top notes stayed clear on short puffs; sweetness built up during long strings, especially on ice flavors. |
| Throat Hit | 3.9 | Noticeable hit on standard-length pulls; sharpness increased when chain-puffing or when the device warmed up. |
| Vapor Production | 4.0 | Dense for a draw-activated disposable; little gain from pulling harder once the device “tops out.” |
| Airflow/Draw | 3.7 | Stock draw sits in loose MTL for most users; no airflow control means you live with the factory pull. |
| Battery Life | 3.8 | Rechargeable behavior reduced the “dead device” problem; real run time depended heavily on cadence and session length. |
| Leak Resistance | 4.1 | No wet leaks observed; mouthpiece condensation showed up after pocket carry and needed wiping. |
| Build Quality | 4.0 | Shell feel stayed solid; draw activation remained consistent with no random misfires in normal use. |
| Ease of Use | 4.6 | No settings and no maintenance beyond basic wiping; USB-C charging kept it simple. |
| Portability | 3.9 | Pocketable, but the larger juice format makes it feel bulky compared with slim disposables. |
| Overall | 4.0 | Strong flavor and simple use, held back by fixed airflow and sweetness/condensation management. |
Our Testing Experience
Our Testing Results
I kept one Posh Max 2.0 as a daily carry for three days and treated it like a normal disposable: quick pulls between tasks, then a few longer breaks where I tested consistency back-to-back. Marcus pushed it harder, with repeated high-frequency sessions to see whether heat or flavor collapse showed up. Jamal did commuter-style use—short bursts while walking, then pocket time in a jacket and a bag.
Across the team, draw activation stayed predictable. It did not reward “pulling harder,” which matched what you see on a lot of fixed-output disposables: once it hits its internal ceiling, extra effort gives noise, not more vapor. On heat, Marcus reported warm-up during extended runs, but not a sustained hot spot that made it unusable. My own flag was mouthpiece hygiene. After pocket carry, a thin film of condensation collected near the lip area, and it took a simple wipe to keep the draw clean.
Battery behavior felt like the point of the product. Rechargeability removes the frustration of a device that still has liquid but drops dead. At the same time, it did not behave like an all-day power bank. Heavy sessions drained it faster, while short, spaced pulls felt stable.
Draw Experience
I focused on three common “ice” profiles that show up repeatedly in the Max 2.0 lineup: Blue Raspberry Ice, Kiwi Strawberry Ice, and Grape Ice.
Blue Raspberry Ice opened with a sharp candy-blue note, then moved into cooling on the exhale. On short pulls, the flavor stayed clean and punchy. After higher puff counts, the sweetness started to sit on the tongue, and that is where the device can feel heavy if you are flavor-fatigue prone.
Kiwi Strawberry Ice came across rounder. The strawberry stayed forward, while kiwi sat in the background as a tart edge. On mid-length pulls, it stayed smoother than blue raspberry, with less “spike” at the end of the inhale. Marcus noted that long strings pushed the cooling to the front and dulled fruit detail until the device cooled off.
Grape Ice leaned syrupy, with a deeper candy grape note. It delivered a thicker mouthfeel, then a cooling finish that lingered longer between puffs. Jamal liked the aftertaste on short bursts. He also flagged that the lingering sweetness can clash with coffee or mint gum.
Pros & Cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Strong, clear flavor on short-to-normal pulls | Fixed airflow; you cannot tune for tighter MTL or more open pull |
| Rechargeable behavior reduces “liquid left but dead battery” frustration | Sweetness can build up and create flavor fatigue during long sessions |
| Draw activation stayed consistent with no learning curve | Condensation at the mouthpiece shows up after pocket carry |
| Mesh-coil style performance supports dense vapor for a disposable | Pulling harder does not reliably increase vapor; output hits a ceiling |
| Broad flavor availability, especially in ice profiles | Larger format feels bulky compared with slim disposables |
| Simple daily maintenance: wipe and charge | Cooling intensity can feel sharp to users sensitive to menthol/koolada-style finishes |
Key Specs
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Device type | Rechargeable disposable |
| E-liquid capacity | 14 mL |
| Puff rating | Approximately 5200 puffs |
| Nicotine strength options | 5% (50 mg) and 0% listings exist |
| Activation method | Draw-activated |
| Airflow | Non-adjustable |
| Coil / atomizer | Mesh coil |
| Battery capacity | 650 mAh |
| Charging port | USB-C (Type-C) |
| Indicator light | Bottom light behavior listed by some retailers |
| Coil resistance | - |
| Price | - |
| Estimated charge time | - |
| Pod/tank replaceable | - |
| Noted carry behavior | Condensation risk at mouthpiece; no wet leaking observed in team use |
| Build feel | Solid shell; stable activation in normal handling |
Posh Max 2.0 Vs. Alternatives
Pick Posh Max 2.0 if you want a rechargeable disposable with big liquid capacity, a simple draw-activated routine, and ice-forward flavors that stay direct on short pulls.
If you want a similar class but a different feel, two common alternatives are Elf Bar BC5000 and Lost Mary OS5000. BC5000 is often chosen for broad flavor availability and a widely documented spec set around the 5000-puff class. OS5000 is a frequent pick for people who want a comparable rechargeable-disposable format and a well-known draw feel in the same general category.
Pro Tips for Posh Max 2.0
- Keep pulls consistent. Short-to-medium puffs reduce overheating and keep flavor clearer.
- Treat chain-puffing as a stress test, not a daily pattern. Heat changes flavor faster on long strings.
- Wipe the mouthpiece daily, and also after pocket time. Condensation shows up even when there is no leaking.
- Store it upright when possible. That cuts down on liquid migration toward the mouthpiece.
- Avoid leaving it in a hot car or direct sun. Heat thins liquid and can increase spitback and condensation.
- Use a dedicated USB-C cable you trust, and avoid rough ports. A loose connection creates intermittent charging.
- If flavor feels muted, pause for a few minutes. Cooling off often brings back sharper top notes.
- Rotate flavors if sweetness builds up. Switching profiles reduces tongue fatigue over the day.
- If you are sensitive to cooling, pick non-ice or lighter-ice options when available; strong ice can feel harsh on repeated pulls.
FAQs
Does the Posh Max 2.0 have adjustable airflow?
Listings commonly describe airflow as non-adjustable. Expect a factory-set draw that sits around loose MTL for many users.
Is it rechargeable, and what charging port does it use?
Yes, it is commonly sold as a rechargeable disposable with USB-C charging.
What nicotine strengths are available?
Many listings show both 5% (50 mg) and 0 mg versions, depending on retailer and local availability.
Why does the mouthpiece get wet even if it is not leaking?
Most of the time, it is condensation from warm vapor cooling inside the top section. Pocket carry and temperature swings make it show up more often.
Why doesn’t it hit harder when I pull harder?
Fixed-output disposables often have a ceiling on airflow and power delivery. Once it reaches that internal limit, extra suction does not translate into proportionally more vapor.
About the Author: Chris Miller
