EG25 Micro Smoke Grenade Review: Is THE STARTER Right for You?
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The EG25 Smoke Bomb is Shutter Bombs' compact Enola Gaye 10-pack: ten wire-pull units, each burning approximately 25 seconds per manufacturer specs. It is not a single "micro grenade" sold alone, and it is not the same product as TP40 (60-second top pull) or Twin Vent II (25-second dual-vent burst). This review covers who the EG25 10-pack fits, how it compares to WP40-D, and when to step up to a sustained 60-second grenade.
EG25 Specs at a Glance
| Spec | EG25 10-Pack |
|---|---|
| Price | 10-pack only |
| Burn per unit | ~25 seconds (Enola Gaye) |
| Ignition | Wire pull |
| Colors | 9 |
| Size | Compact (Enola Gaye SMALL tier) |
| Stock | In stock at Shutter Bombs |
See the full lineup in the smoke grenade comparison guide or burn time guide.
Who the EG25 10-Pack Is For
- Teams and group pulls: hand one unit to each person, ignite together
- Test shots: cheap way to check wind and color before burning a WP40-D
- Volume on a budget: ten units per box vs buying singles
- Quick bursts: choreography already set before ignition; not for slow posing
Not ideal as your only grenade for a portrait session where you need 60 seconds to walk through smoke. For that, use the in-stock WP40-D (60s) or TP40 (60s top pull).
EG25 vs WP40-D
| EG25 (10-pack) | WP40-D | |
|---|---|---|
| Burn | ~25s each | ~60s sustained |
| Price | 10 units | single unit |
| Best for | Bulk, teams, quick bursts | Portraits, weddings, default pick |
Not the Same as TP40 or Twin Vent II
TP40 is a 60-second, single-vent, top-pull medium grenade. Same sustained window as WP40-D, different ignition. Twin Vent II is a 25-second dual-vent wire-pull burst built for instant width. EG25 matches Twin Vent on brevity (~25s) but not on cloud shape (single vent, compact size). None of these are interchangeable SKUs.
How to Use a 25-Second Unit
Plan the frame before you pull. Position the subject, pre-focus, and communicate a countdown. With only ~25 seconds of output, you get one primary moment, not a minute of repositioning. For weddings or senior portraits, budget WP40-D units for keepers and EG25 units for practice or group moments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I buy a single EG25?
No. Shutter Bombs sells the EG25 as a 10-pack only.
How long does each EG25 burn?
Approximately 25 seconds per unit per Enola Gaye specifications.
Is EG25 the same as the old "micro grenade" or rainbow pack?
Legacy listings used different names. The current product is the EG25 Smoke Bomb (10-Pack).
Should beginners start with EG25 or WP40-D?
EG25 10-pack if you want volume to practice pulls and color tests. WP40-D if you want one 60-second sustained plume for real portfolio shots on the first try.
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