Hands-On Review of the ONO G1 Black Gold Edition: The Soy Milk Flavor Is Amazing

Today I want to talk about my experience using the ONO G1 vape device over this period of time.

The ONO G1 device is the Rolls-Royce of the entire ONO lineup and is especially suitable for business users. It feels steady and premium in the hand (and it is very heavy). It features glass paneling across the body, and in an emergency, it could probably even be used for self-defense. The ONO G1 device atomizes pods better than other devices in the ONO range, and its battery capacity exceeds 550 mAh. Charging also takes a bit longer than other ONO devices, although for someone like me who is obsessed with vaping, even this battery capacity still feels a little small.

The ONO G1 was launched after the ONO V1WOOD as another top-tier series. It comes in Black Gold, White Gold, and Dragon Pattern editions, and each release is allocated in limited quantities. In other words, its market presence is not very large. ONO may have learned a bit from Xiaomi’s “hunger marketing” strategy—if everyone had one in hand, it would not feel as special. Limited availability is king. When this G1 device arrived, I was one of the first to try it. At the time, there was only one black unit available, so I transferred the money immediately and bought it. After using it for more than two months, I found a slight flaw. I’ll show a photo in a moment.

The chamfering on the ONO G1 device is not rounded enough and feels a bit too sharp, so there is some risk of scratching your hand. However, after using it for a while, the edges gradually became smoother. In one word: keep using it.

The atomization performance of the ONO G1 really is much stronger than other ONO series devices, and the vapor volume is greater as well. The vapor is finer and more delicate, and for pods with rich flavors, the finer the vapor, the more fragrant the aroma. The throat hit is smooth and comfortable. Personally, I really like the soy milk flavor—the rich creamy aroma is incredible. To be honest, it does not even taste like soy milk; it is more like Wangzai Milk.

I have personally tried all of ONO’s devices, and I have to say that ONO’s quality control and product tiering are quite clearly defined. The Zodiac devices target the mass market and are generally used in the early stage of store operations to build a broad consumer base. The V1 is for transition, the V1P is for more advanced users, the V1WOOD is for collectors or enthusiasts, and the G1 series is suitable for business gifting. The products are differentiated in terms of appearance, battery, coating, and materials. Other brands focus on pod flavors, while ONO focuses on devices. That really fits the essence of the brand.