SUBOX Mate 50K Review

Who is KangerTech?

Before we dive into the SUBOX Mate 50K, a little history is useful. KangerTech (officially Shenzhen Kanger Technology Co., Ltd.) was founded in 2007.  In an era when vaping was barely getting off the ground globally, they set up shop with a strong R&D emphasis, building some of the foundational tech for tanks, clearomizers, and mods. Their early works—the EVODs, the Protank, the Subtank, etc.—helped define what vapers expect in flavor, vapor, and durability.  

That gives some serious credibility to their move into disposables. They’re not newcomers chasing trends—they’ve been innovating hardware long enough to see what works, what doesn’t, and what vapers really want.

 

What Is the Kanger SUBOX Mate 50K?

The SUBOX Mate 50K is KangerTech’s foray into high-capacity, high-durability disposables. It’s built for folks who want a disposable vape that lasts, delivers good flavor, and gives a bit of control—not just “inhale and done.”

 

Spec / Feature	Kanger SUBOX Mate 50K
Puff Count	Up to 50,000 puffs
Battery	1150mAh rechargeable, Type-C fast charging
Coil / Resistance	LC&HB coil system, 0.5Ω sub-ohm
Modes	Eco, Normal, Sports
Nicotine Strength	0.35% (≈ 3.5mg)
Flavors	Two Apple Shisha, Strawberry Pitaya, Grape Ice, Lush Ice, Blueberry Razz Lemon, Miami Mint, Mixed Berries, Peach Berry Ice, Strawberry Watermelon, Juicy Peach, Cool Mint

 

What Makes It Different / Standout vs. Other Disposables

If you’ve used disposables before, many are simple: fixed battery, fixed output, limited puff count — maybe 2-5,000 puffs (if you’re lucky) before you toss it. The SUBOX Mate 50K does a number of things that break away from that mold:

Massive Puff Count + Rechargeability

50,000 puffs is way above average. And since the battery is rechargeable, you’re not limited by battery death in the first few thousand puffs. That alone makes the cost per puff much more attractive and reduces waste.

Adjustable Output Modes

A lot of disposables have one power output. The Eco/Normal/Sports modes let you tweak how much vapor/heat you want. For instance, in Eco mode you preserve battery and get cooler/less dense vapor; in Sports you push the coil harder for heavier clouds (and more flavor intensity, if design supports it).

Sub-ohm Coil System (0.5 Ω)

LC&HB coil tech at 0.5 Ω means more vapor, more flavor, and a different inhale experience vs typical high‐resistance (1.2-1.8 Ω) disposables that are more “pod-like.” This appeals more to vapers who have used mods or sub‐ohm tanks.

Variety & Smoothness of Flavors with Cooling Options

The flavor list is broad (fruity, menthol, “ice”, shisha style), and there are multiple menthol/ice/cooling. Many disposables skimp on this — either one menthol or one fruit blend. SUBOX Mate 50K gives multiple takes.

Putting it together: long life + control + more satisfying vapor/flavor = something closer to a high-end pod/mod system, but with the convenience of a disposable (no coil changes, no tank filling). For somebody who wants ease but won’t settle for weak flavor or tiny clouds, this is a major leap.

 

Flavor Profiles

Here’s the breakdown of all the available flavors in the Kanger SUBOX Mate 50K, with detailed impressions. These are my take (or what vapers report) of what you’ll likely experience in real use. Depending on draw style, power mode, and your palate, results will vary.

Two Apple Shisha

A crisp apple taste up front with a mild natural sweetness. Then there’s a “shisha twist” — think of light smoky, molasses or honeyed undertone (not heavy tobacco, more like the flavor you get in a good apple hookah blend). It’s smooth, warm, with just enough complexity to be more than “apple candy.” If you like flavors that are fruit-but not in your face, this is a good choice.

Strawberry Pitaya

Sweet strawberry is the star. It’s juicy, maybe a little jammy, but balanced with dragon fruit (pitaya) which gives a subtle exotic / tropical note. The dragon fruit isn’t super bold—it doesn’t overpower—but adds a mild tang/earthiness that prevents the strawberry from getting cloying. Nice for vapers that like fruity blends but want them to be more than just one flavor.

Grape Ice

A solid grape flavor—ripe, maybe with a little overripe jammy sweetness, not artificial grape candy, but leaning toward bold. Then comes a cooling menthol finish (“ice”) that gives a crisp, clean aftertaste. Works especially well in colder-modes, or when you want something refreshing. If you vape warm flavors already, this provides a nice contrast.

Lush Ice

This one is watermelon cooled with menthol or “ice”. The watermelon is juicy and sweet, but not overly so, with a fresh, crisp feel. The menthol overlay gives a clean frost that lingers but doesn’t dominate. Good go-to for something juicy with a cool kick.

Blueberry Razz Lemon

This is more complex: blueberry and raspberry (blueberry “razz”) mixed with lemonade or zingy lemon. On the inhale you’ll likely get the berry sweetness and slight tartness; on exhale and aftertaste, the lemon shine comes through, giving a refreshing citrus acid that cuts through the berry. Probably less cooling effect here, more brightness. Good if you like tangy fruit combos.

Miami Mint

Strong mint (cool, but not icy at first) with a tropical kind of vibe—clean and breezy. Not too sweet, definitely leaning toward mint-freshness than dessert-mint. Probably one of the cooler flavors in the lineup without being too harsh. Good palette cleanser or when you want something sharp and refreshing.

Mixed Berries

A medley of ripe berries—could be strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, maybe blackberries—blended so no one berry stands too far ahead. Juicy, slightly tangy, natural fruit tones without too much sugar or artificial taste. Doesn’t have heavy cooling, so more of a warm, comforting fruit vape.

Peach Berry Ice

Sweet peach up front (sun-kissed soft peach) with berry undertones. Then a cooling breeze from “ice” as you exhale. The ice tempers the sweetness, so you don’t get sugar overload. If you like peach, this one feels more layered with the berries and enhanced with cooling — good to switch up.

Strawberry Watermelon

More straightforward: juicy strawberry + watermelon. The strawberry gives a red berry sweetness, watermelon brings a lighter, watery, summery note. Not much cooling if you don’t push the mode, so smooth and soft. Probably one of the safest flavors for many — familiar, uncomplicated, satisfying.

Juicy Peach

Simply peach. This is the flavor if you want peach in its more natural form: soft, sweet, maybe a mild stone-fruit fuzz, no extra cooling or fruit “twist.” Warm and mellow. Good for longer sessions because it doesn’t burn out your taste buds or feel heavy.

Cool Mint

Very clean, crisp mint flavor. No fruit, no sweetness interfering. It’s cool — and the cooling effect feels immediate (especially if you use the higher vapor mode). If you want a minimalist fresh feeling or need a break from fruity flavors, this is your go-to. Probably sharpest on throat hit if you’re sensitive, especially in Sports mode.

 

Technical Experience: What to Expect

Since Kanger has used sub-ohm coils / decent battery / adjustable modes, here are some real-use impressions or what you should expect.

• In Eco mode: Less vapor, cooler, battery savings. Flavor is more muted; cooling flavors will feel less intense. Expect this to stretch the battery life and puff count out.
• In Normal mode: Balanced vapor vs battery use. Sweet spot for many flavor types: fruits are full, cooling is present, battery isn’t being drained too fast.
• In Sports mode: Pushes the coil harder. Vapor is denser, you’ll get more throat hit, more flavor intensity. Great for cooling, icy flavors or mint, or when you really want clouds. But battery will drain quicker; coil heating might lead to slight dry/hot spots if airflow or design don’t help. Also, flavors with delicate subtleties (e.g. Two Apple Shisha) might be less clear.
• On battery / charging: The 1150 mAh is generous; the USB-C fast charging helps. Because it’s rechargeable, you won’t have situations where the battery dies early and you toss the device—assuming build quality is good. For long-term users (even using moderate modes), you’ll get a lot of use before needing to recharge.
• On coil life: With disposables there’s always a trade-off. Even though you may keep the coil system working well for many puffs, past a point flavors may degrade. Cooling or ice flavors may mask some coil wear. Darker, heavier flavors may wear out coils faster. Kanger’s LC&HB system is likely designed to age relatively well, but don’t expect absolutely perfect flavor for all 50,000 puffs — real world will likely give less than max.

 

Pros & Cons (from a Traditional Perspective)

Because I like to think in “what has always mattered and what still matters,” here are the strong points and drawbacks of the SUBOX Mate 50K.

Pros

• Longevity: 50,000 puffs + rechargeable = big value per unit, less waste, more use.
• Control: Modes let you tailor the vapor/heat rather than being stuck.
• Flavor quality: Especially with LC&HB sub-ohm tech, edges over simpler disposables.
• Variety: Big flavor lineup with both fruity, minty, cooling options. Something for nearly every palate.
• Heritage & trust: KangerTech has been doing this stuff since 2007. They know what they’re doing in coil design, safety, materials. That counts.
• Nicotine strength moderate: 0.35% (i.e. about 3.5 mg) gives smoother hits for those who find higher nicotine harsh, but may not satisfy heavy nicotine users.

Cons / Limitations

• Size & weight: To support 50,000 puffs + battery + coil hardware, this device may be bulkier/heavier than simple disposables. Not as pocket-tiny.
• Battery wear over time: Rechargeable batteries degrade. After many charges, you might see reduced battery life.
• Flavor fade / coil fatigue: Past a certain puff count, even high-quality coils will show wear—flavor could diminish, especially in complex or sweet flavors.
• Cost up front: $16 is reasonable given what you get, but more than simple low-puff disposables. Some might balk at that even though long-term value is better.
• Nicotine strength fixed: Only 0.35% available; those who want strong nicotine may find this less satisfying, or need to chain vape more.

 

Price & Value

At the current price of $16, this device is an affordable way to try something high-puff, rechargeable, and well-built. If you assume even 30-40,000 usable puffs in real use, that’s a fraction of a cent per puff. Many disposables with 5-10,000 puffs cost maybe $8-15, but then have to be replaced multiple times. By that metric, the SUBOX Mate 50K can about break even or come out ahead fast for anyone who vapes regularly.

 

Who Is It For?

The SUBOX Mate 50K makes most sense for:

• Vapers who want convenience but don’t want to give up flavor, vapor, and control.
• People who vape often / chain vape, so puff count matters.
• Fans of fruit, icy, menthol, mixed berry profiles who like variety.
• Users who have tried basic disposables and gotten tired of weak vapor / short lifespan.
• Those who don’t mind carrying something a little bigger in exchange for performance.

It may be less ideal for someone who vapes rarely, or someone who values ultra-compact minimalism over performance, or someone needing high nicotine strengths.

 

Final Thoughts

The Kanger SUBOX Mate 50K is a standout in the disposable vape field—because it brings together heritage, power, long life, and flavor variety in a way many disposables haven’t yet. It’s not perfect (nothing is), but the ways in which it pushes the envelope are interesting:

• It makes a disposable feel more like a high-end pod mod in some respects.
• For regular vapers, the cost-per-puff, and the feel of having control (modes, coil, etc.), make this device likely to satisfy more, longer.
• It may influence how people expect disposables to perform: not just “cheap & small” but “long-lasting & flavorful.”

If you’re curious and want to try, you can Buy the Kanger SUBOX Mate 50K here: eJuiceDB Kanger SUBOX Mate 50K Disposable. And if you want to browse more from the brand, flavors, or see what other smart disposables are out there, check out their brand page: KangerTech on eJuiceDB, or explore more Disposable Vape options: Disposable Vape Collection. Looking for flavors? Here’s the flavor collection: Vape Flavors. And if you’re interested in “smart vapes” or techier disposables, see the Smart Vapes collection.