One of the objectives with purchasing is reliability, and frankly, clones often do not come close to the original manufacturer calibre with regards to workmanship, engineering, materials, or investment in quality machinery to create a quality product. Small margins in these areas can make a profound difference with the usefulness of products. I have purchased known clones that did not live up to their manufacturers' claims, leaking juice, poor fitting parts, and unattractive appearances. I've never been disappointed by the purchase of authentic equipment from a REPUTABLE seller. I've purchased batteries that have been re-wrapped, claiming to be original--some immediately getting hot when used! I have also purchased clones that worked flawlessly, but have been few and far between. I've even had a surprise ingredient in juice.
There are inherent dangers involved with the acts of vaping, as intimate as we are with our devices, and the aerosol of the juice, or the machine oil that may reside in a knock-off atty. The vape world has become a multi-million dollar industry, and our lives are influenced by the deceitful and greedy. I've personally found that investing in authentic devices allows me greater satisfaction overall, and as I felt when I smoked, I want what I want, and I want it to be there for me. Almost all clones have been, or will be reviewed extensively by real-life users, and some with a wealth of knowledge on the subject of devices. I use this forum to inform me of the greater product in an effort to obtain the most satisfying experience.
