Genuine Innokin GALA Kit [Black]

Before buying a Gala I watched all the YouTube reviews about it so I knew what to expect. The main points in those reviews were-The problems with filling itThe flashing ledIt's not an all day vape with the 500mAh batteryOk, so I bought one.Using the 0.8 ceramic pod (CBD e-liquid) I got about 30 minutes before it started flashing twice indicating that battery level was 20-40% which wasn't good! Recharged and had a similar result, twice.Often during the day the draw activation wouldn't work while vaping, I suck in and nothing happens. I've used draw activation devices before so I know what I'm doing.Currently awaiting a replacement from the seller which is good service.Over the weekend I've found the battery does last a lot longer using the 0.5 pod and the led turned off using Stealth mode.The draw is very tight using the 0.8 ceramic pod and vapour/smoke is a lot less compared with the 0.5 pod using identical e-liquid which has a looser draw and gives better vapour production. The ceramic pod is therefore ideal for more discreet vaping which is what I need occasionally so I'm happy with it.I turned the led off, firstly to save the battery, secondly because mine lives in a Gala lanyard carry case (about £4 and well worth it). Bin the lanyard that comes in the box as it is useless as the device slips out.I do get a fair few drops of e-liquid in the top of the battery where the pod sits and also over the metal coil contacts on the bottom of the pod and around the rim so they need constant wiping. Filling the pod is tricky and you will have to hold it at an angle to get the second side filled and have a light behind it so you can see the levels. I do need to wash my fingers afterwards and wipe the pod after using a 10ml bottle. It is much easier and cleaner using a blunt syringe to fill it.The led is best left off if you use the lanyard carry case as you can't see it. You will read the instructions how to tap it to turn it on and off and change colours etc.As per some reviews mine will frequently turn itself on to party mode (lightshow mode) if you drive on a bumpy road with it on the dashboard or have it swinging on your neck while bending around doing the shopping etc and this will obviously use up your precious battery.Some people tap the Gala against the palm of their hand to operate the led, however when I do this I get droplets of e-liquid over my hand coming out from the mouthpiece, and I do often get e-liquid in my mouth, so always carry some kitchen roll with you.Charging time is fairly quick which is good.Once it is filled with e-liquid and fully charged I'm happy using it out on afternoon walks, it's small, compact and discreet, hanging round my neck in the Gala carry case it's always to hand, and I like to use it a lot (until the battery goes flat...) There is great taste from my chosen e-liquids, nice vapour production from the 0.5 but very discreet from the 0.8 ceramic which is ideal for me.My hatred for it starts when the draw activation doesn't work (a fault with my device) or the led starts flashing on its own (a common problem) and the need to charge it after a few hours, (remember it's not an all day device with this tiny 500mAh battery) and then obviously refilling it with e-liquid which can get messy...Would I buy it again? I like the discreet shape and the feel, also the flavour that comes out of it.If I could make it better I would get rid of the led, make the pods easier to refill, and put a better battery in it.But for around £10 it's good enough as a handy vape to keep on you but I doubt if I'd buy it again..

Doesn't hind much liquid so you need a few of them filled up to take with you in order to change them throughout the day. The tops kept breaking too and had keep reordering more. I now use a better vape that holds more liquid

Works well but the pod doesn't stay in position keep having to push it down to vape.

Very good