NEXA Ultra 50K wins on value and versatility — it costs $6 less, has adjustable airflow, a transparent tank, and dual mesh coils. Orion Bar 50K New Version wins on capacity and battery — 28 mL of e-liquid, a 1200 mAh fast-charge battery, and premium build quality. Choose Orion Bar if you prioritize maximum lifespan per device. Choose NEXA Ultra if you want the best price-to-performance ratio.
Full Specs Comparison
| Spec | Orion Bar 50K New Version | NEXA Ultra 50K | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puffs (Normal) | 50,000 | 50,000 | Tie |
| Puffs (Boost/Turbo) | 25,000 | 30,000 | NEXA |
| E-Liquid Capacity | 28 mL | 20 mL | Orion Bar (+40%) |
| Battery | 1200 mAh | 800 mAh | Orion Bar (+50%) |
| Fast Charge | Yes (~20 min) | No (~80 min) | Orion Bar |
| Nicotine | 5% (50 mg/mL) | 5% (50 mg/mL) | Tie |
| Coil | Mesh | Dual Mesh (0.9Ω) | NEXA |
| Adjustable Airflow | No | Yes (MTL to RDL) | NEXA |
| Transparent Tank | No | Yes (Crystal Clear) | NEXA |
| Display | 360° Galaxy Screen | 3D Curved LED | Orion Bar (visual) |
| Mode System | Norm / Boost | Normal / Turbo | Tie (similar concept) |
| Flavors Available | 15 | 15+ | Tie |
| Price (VOS) | $22.99 | ~$16.99 | NEXA (-$6) |
| Parent Brand | Lost Vape | VOOPOO | Both established |
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C | Tie |
E-Liquid & Battery — Orion Bar Wins
The numbers don't lie: the Orion Bar holds 40% more e-liquid (28 mL vs 20 mL) and packs a 50% larger battery (1200 mAh vs 800 mAh). In practical terms, this means fewer charges and a longer total lifespan per device. If you're a heavy vaper who goes through disposables quickly, the Orion Bar stretches further before you need to buy a replacement.
The fast-charging gap is even more dramatic. The Orion Bar's 20-minute charge time means you can top up during a coffee break. The NEXA Ultra's 80-minute charge time means you're waiting through half a movie. For users who forget to charge until the device is dead, this difference is significant.
However, the NEXA Ultra's two-piece design (battery + click-in pod) offers a practical advantage the Orion Bar lacks: the transparent crystal tank lets you see exactly how much e-liquid remains. The Orion Bar's screen estimates juice level digitally, which isn't always accurate toward the end of the device's life.
Flavor & Vapor Quality — NEXA Wins
NEXA's dual mesh coil system produces noticeably more vapor and slightly richer flavor compared to the Orion Bar's single mesh coil. The difference is most apparent on fruit and dessert profiles — the NEXA extracts more complexity from the same general flavor concepts. In blind testing, three out of four testers preferred the NEXA's vapor quality.
NEXA also offers adjustable airflow — a slider on the bottom lets you dial anywhere from tight MTL (mouth-to-lung, cigarette-like) to a loose restricted DL (direct lung) draw. The Orion Bar has no airflow adjustment; its draw resistance is fixed at a middle-ground MTL. If you have a specific draw preference, the NEXA gives you control the Orion Bar doesn't.
That said, the Orion Bar's Norm/Boost mode does provide a different kind of customization — you're adjusting flavor intensity and throat hit rather than airflow. And some of the Orion Bar's specific flavor formulations are excellent; Arctic Mint's ice intensity is harder to find in the NEXA lineup.
Flavor Lineup Comparison
Both devices currently offer 15 flavors with similar category coverage:
| Category | Orion Bar Standouts | NEXA Ultra Standouts |
|---|---|---|
| Menthol / Ice | Arctic Mint, Cool Mint | Frozen Raspberry, Cool Mint |
| Fruit | Mexico Mango, White Peach Raspberry | Watermelon Ice, Strawberry Mango |
| Berry | Blackberry Blueberry, Blue Razz Ice | Blue Razz Ice, Triple Berry |
| Dessert / Unique | Cinnamon Cake | Velvet Latte |
Neither lineup has a decisive flavor advantage. The Orion Bar's Cinnamon Cake and the NEXA's Velvet Latte are both standout dessert options that the other doesn't offer. For full flavor details, see our Orion Bar Flavors Guide and NEXA collection page.
Design & Portability — NEXA Wins
The NEXA Ultra is noticeably more compact and lighter than the Orion Bar, despite only having 20 mL of juice. Its slimmer profile slides into pockets more easily, and the rounded ergonomic shape is comfortable for extended handheld use.
The Orion Bar is the larger device — a trade-off for its bigger tank and battery. It looks more premium (the Galaxy Screen is genuinely eye-catching), but it's not something you'll forget is in your pocket. If discretion matters, the NEXA is the better choice.
Build quality is strong on both devices. Lost Vape has a longer hardware pedigree (they're known for high-end box mods), but VOOPOO's engineering on the NEXA is tight and polished. Neither device feels cheap.
Price & Value — NEXA Wins
| Metric | Orion Bar 50K New | NEXA Ultra 50K |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $22.99 | ~$16.99 |
| E-Liquid | 28 mL | 20 mL |
| Cost per mL | $0.82 | $0.85 |
| Cost per 1K puffs | $0.46 | $0.34 |
The value equation depends on how you measure it. On a cost-per-mL basis, the Orion Bar is actually slightly cheaper ($0.82 vs $0.85 per mL). But on a cost-per-1K-puffs basis (which reflects actual usage), the NEXA is significantly cheaper ($0.34 vs $0.46). The NEXA also requires a lower upfront purchase, which matters if you're buying frequently or trying a new brand.
The Orion Bar's premium is justified if you value the bigger battery, fast charging, and larger juice supply. But for pure price-to-performance, the NEXA Ultra delivers more puffing per dollar.
Our Pick — It Depends on Your Priority
- You want the most e-liquid in a single device (28 mL — largest in the 50K segment)
- You hate charging — 1200 mAh + 20-min fast charge is unmatched
- You value premium build quality and the Galaxy Screen aesthetic
- You want Arctic Mint or Cinnamon Cake specifically (unique flavors not available elsewhere)
- You want the best value — ~$6 less per device adds up fast
- You want adjustable airflow to customize your draw style
- You prefer a more compact device that's easier to carry
- You want to see your juice level through the crystal tank rather than trust a screen estimate
- Dual mesh coils deliver slightly richer flavor in our testing
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