Alien or Alien Baby?

[Neiledward]

Hey there! Hope you guys are doing awesome. Anybody own an Alien and or Alien Baby (AL 85). I've been thinking about a dual battery mod for awhile and had my eye on the smok Alien. But then I just saw the AL 85 single 18650.... So here's a little info. I currently have a single 18650 mod and hang out around 40 watts... I don't especially like a warm/hot vape. Do you guys think I should go for the Alien or it's little brother. Thanks! P.S. I'm going to buy the TFV8 big baby beast either way.

 

[bwh79]

At 40 watts, you shouldn't notice any difference except that the big one will last roughly twice as long (two batteries) and, of course, it will be bigger in your hand. It's more about what you have on top and how hard you drive it, that determines your vape quality. If you don't need the extra power now, you have to ask yourself, do you think you might want to play around with higher wattages in the future, and/or is the longer battery life enough to make up for the extra bulk?

Also with the 2-battery version you will need to invest in some new batteries, if you don't have any married pairs already.

 

[dyanaprajna]

I have the 220 Alien, and it's my favorite mod. And just because it goes up to 220 watts, doesn't mean you have to use it at higher power if you don't like it. I use mine between 75-85 watts, and it's a nice cool smooth vape. The batteries will last me about a day and a half depending on how much I use it (I currently have 4 mods in daily rotation). It's an awesome mod.

 

[Myrany]

I just bought the Alien 220 a couple of weeks ago. It is my first 2 battery mod. I LOVE this thing. Even though I vape at 15-20 Watts on a .5 ohm coil. What it gives me is a full day of battery life without changing out batteries. Priceless.

 

[Neiledward]

Also if I may ask does 2 - 18650's mean longer battery life? My one serious complaint about my kanger single 18650 is I'm always changing out my battery.

 

[Neiledward]

I have the 220 Alien, and it's my favorite mod. And just because it goes up to 220 watts, doesn't mean you have to use it at higher power if you don't like it. I use mine between 75-85 watts, and it's a nice cool smooth vape. The batteries will last me about a day and a half depending on how much I use it (I currently have 4 mods in daily rotation). It's an awesome mod.

What do you think about the battery door? Only thing I was really attracted to on the AL 85 was the top load sturdy looking battery compartment. I dig sturdy!

 

[bwh79]

Also if I may ask does 2 - 18650's mean longer battery life? My one serious complaint about my kanger single 18650 is I'm always changing out my battery.

Yes, two batteries should last roughly twice as long as a single battery at the same settings.

 

[Neiledward]

At 40 watts, you shouldn't notice any difference except that the big one will last roughly twice as long (two batteries) and, of course, it will be bigger in your hand. It's more about what you have on top and how hard you drive it, that determines your vape quality. If you don't need the extra power now, you have to ask yourself, do you think you might want to play around with higher wattages in the future, and/or is the longer battery life enough to make up for the extra bulk?

Also with the 2-battery version you will need to invest in some new batteries, if you don't have any married pairs already.

That's my other thing! I have a bunch of quality 18650's but none that are married!

 

[dyanaprajna]

The battery door is a little pain to get open and closed, but it's not enough to make me not want to use it. My GX350 on the other hand, is horrible when it comes to the battery door.

 

[SteveS45]

I have the Alien and I love it so much I rarely take it out. Want to keep it pristine and have other MOD's expose to the elements.

 

[Neiledward]

I figured the Alien original was the ....! But does anyone have the AL 85 by Smok that wants to weigh in?

 

[SteveS45]

I would not pass on the AL85 but if I had to choose it would be both!

 

[dyanaprajna]

Since we're showing our Aliens off

 

[SteveS45]

Since we're showing our Aliens off

Is that a wrap? I never saw one like that is it one of the New Resin models?

 

[dyanaprajna]

Is that a wrap? I never saw one like that is it one of the New Resin models?

Yeah, it's a wrap. Not sure if it's new resin or not. I got it at a B&M in West Lafayette Indiana called 7 Sins. I seen it and nearly flipped my lid.

 

[SteveS45]

I saw some new Resin MOD's recently that look sweet and can't remember what MOD they were. That is nice with the color coordinated drip tip and tank. Enjoy it!

 

[Neiledward]

Since we're showing our Aliens off

Wow

 

[Eskie]

I have both an Alien and AL85. The Alien is a nice small size for a 2 battery mod. The AL85 is much like a Pico but takes a 25 mm tank. The Pico won't without a heatsink or something to not be blcoked by the battery cap. The AL85 is better to toss in your pocket. A decent 2500 or 3000 mAh battery will get you through most of a day. The alien is great when you'll be out for a long time and don't want to carry a spare battery.

 

[SteveS45]

I have gotten into the habit of throwing my TC40W in my vape pack for an emergency and although I am carrying a spare and never needed it I know it is there just in case.

 

[Neiledward]

Oh man. I think I'm going to get both