Debating Provari- help me decide!

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eda123

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Hey all,

Been vaping a little over a month. Current setup is an MVP and Aspire BDC mini nova. Happy with it. No issues- only issues ive had in vaping have been with various tanks ive fiddled with, some good some bad.

Now, Im a guy that likes nice things. No problem spending the extra cash for gadgets and such. But I also dont want to buy just because something is expensive and coveted. Im not a sucker.

So the Provari is tempting because I like the heft to it, the satin feel, and of course seems built well from all the countless reviews ive read. But at the end of the day, it seems to do nothing above and beyond what my MVP does. I am *NOT* trolling here to say the MVP is just as good... not even close.

Just wondering if there is some differentiator the Provari has which would provide a "better vape", or if its purely for asthetics and build quality. Another $150 for aesthetics alone aint worth it, and build quality isnt either. I could go through four MVP's and still be ahead vs. the Provari.

So- any input or comments are appreciated... convince me!!

Thanks!
 

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I have the mvp2

I still dont know why the provari is better. I have no clue, they swear it is.

Im not a provari hater by any means. I just got the mvp2 for $43 shipped and love it!

Im not even sure if the provari is vw?

For me, i didnt like the price tag or the way it looked. And i hadnt found any solid info as to why it was better than the mvp2 . I was also afraid of losing it!

I would be interested to hear from some one who owns both.

What are the real differences between the two.

Just watch out provari vs mvp these threads can get raunchy.

They get so caught up in bashing each other that nothing ever really seems to be discused.
 

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I've never owned an MVP, so I can't speak to the merits of that device. My suggestion if you're on the fence is to use the search button and type in MVP issues and ProVari issues, and let that decide you. I do own a provari and can tell you that it's way more than aesthetics. It's performance and durability.
 
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I have the mvp2

I still dont know why the provari is better. I have no clue, they swear it is.

Im not a provari hater by any means. I just got the mvp2 for $43 shipped and love it!

Im not even sure if the provari is vw?

For me, i didnt like the price tag or the way it looked. And i hadnt found any solid info as to why it was better than the mvp2 . I was also afraid of losing it!

I would be interested to hear from some one who owns both.

What are the real differences between the two.

Just watch out provari vs mvp these threads can get raunchy.

They get so caught up in bashing each other that nothing ever really seems to be discused.
Nah, people just get pissy outside of this forum when they generally bash a ProVari without actually knowing (or caring to know) much about them. Those of us who have them are very happy with them but don't care if other people want something else.
 

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I believe each to their own! If you have an MVP and you like it and its works for you then Yay! I usually don't chime in on these threads but, It's preference, if you have done your research and it's what you want get it, if you don't want to spend that much don't, you don't have to spend a fortune to get a good vaping experience. I have a provari because I wanted one! I didn't ask anyone if I should or shouldn't, I did my research (days of it) and its what I chose. I vape because I don't want to smoke, I have a provari cause I want and can, I have every accessory, tanks, tips, rings and such because I have a blast with it. I have worked hard all my life, I deserve it.
 

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eda123,

You sound like a guy that likes QUALITY things rather than nice things, I suggest looking through this forum for all the "i get it now" threads started by new users of ProVari's. I think they speak volumes. I think you'll even find the rare "Provari is not for me" thread so you can be assured that not everyone drinks the kool-aid. Researching it that way will get you a better perspective on why ProVari's are a better vaping experience.

Good luck,
Randy
 

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I've never owned an MVP, so I can't speak to the merits of that device. My suggestion if you're on the fence is to use the search button and type in MVP issues and ProVari issues, and let that decide you. I do own a provari and can tell you that it's way more than aesthetics. It's performance and durability.

Don't forget the customer service as well.
 

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Nothing wrong with the MVP2, it was my first APV, and I like it so much I am getting another one too, few months later.

The first Provari I got, used, sent me to the Provape site to order a new one within 1 hour of receipt.

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Is the MVP2 the same as a Provari? Of course not. It's a great little unit, but comparing a MVP to a Provari is like comparing a Toyota to a BMW or Mercedes. Or maybe a 8 cylinder SUV to a 4 cylinder 2 door car. there is nothing wrong with the smaller lighter models, they work great, they are reliable, they are fun. But they are not the same in terms of build quality, power, craftsmanship and a weight you can feel.

Why do you need one over the other? It's like comparing a tablet to a desktop computer. It's like comparing a scooter to a Harley, they are the same thing, but they are not the same thing. The first time it hit me in the face was using the same tank of juice in a Vivi Nova.. screwing it on a Provari and then screwing it on the MVP2... at the SAME VOLTAGE setting. There is a difference. There is a VERY big difference. I'd say the difference was comparable to looking at a photo on your cellphone vs putting it up on a 22" monitor. Sure, you can see the photo fine on your cellphone, but you can see it better on the desktop monitor. It's the same thing... just better.
 

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I have both.

A standard and mini Provari. A version one MVP.

Both have variable voltage. Both provide a great vape. Both are well built with attention to detail. Both are reasonably pocket friendly. The similarities end there.

MVP is a great budget-minded PV. One of the better box mods made if you like using box mods, which I do. The fire button on the MVP is flush with the body on the first version, which can be hard to find if you don't look directly for it. Several times I have accidentally turned the MVP off because of fumbling with the fire button. Innokin made the version two fire button more pronounced, so the company does listen to their customers.

As some other MVP owners have experienced, my MVP will not fire my cartotanks. The issue is with the connector pin of the MVP. I could attempt to pull the pin up higher to use my cartotanks, but I have my iClear 30's and Protanks which work well and look great on the MVP so I haven't done so yet. I'm not sure why Innokin hasn't figured out how to eliminate the top connector pin issue for either version of the MVP.

The MVP is out of warranty now, so should it require some type of repair I realize that it is a throwaway. The same goes for the unreplaceable built-in battery; once its shot the whole device is shot. Will the MVP survive a hard drop on concrete or tile? I don't know as that hasn't happened yet. My Provari's have several times already.

I have to say that if I had to choose between the two, I'd choose the Provari. Not because it cost me more, but because I prefer using it more. It feels better in my hand while holding it; better feel, better shape, better surface, better more natural button placement. Despite what some people say about the LED display of the Provari, it is easier to see and read than the MVP's. I've never had any issues connecting any juice attachment to my Provari, unlike my MVP.

I got a 1 year warranty on my Provari's when new. After warranty expiration, I feel secure knowing that should my Provari's need repair that I can send them to Provape. Have them back within a week's time good as new for a very reasonable parts fee. I fully expect them to last indefinitely; as long as I am willing to use them.
 
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I got my provari yesterday in the mail and I can't speak the volumes of experience that te other posters can here. I can say that my mini is the first time I picked up an e cig and knew that it just felt right. Right size, right weight right feel. I'm still waiting for the rest of the pieces for it to get here to make it 100% right but I'm more satisfied with this provari than I have been with anything else over te last 4 months. It did cost a lot though but from what I understand I got what I paid for
 

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The MVP has a few limitations that the ProVari does not have, but you may never actually experience those limitations...

MVP has a 3 Amp current limit, where the ProVari has a 3.5 Amp limit. That half an amp limitations is only going to have an effect vaping low ohm devices at higher voltages.

Also, with voltages, the ProVari has a wider range of usable voltages, from 2.9V to 6V. Where the MVP is 3.3V to 5V.

In VV mode, the MVP is pretty solid, what you set is pretty friggin close to what you get. Can be off by +/- .2V. But the output is solid. The ProVari is accurate to within +/- .01V.

Some people give the MVP crap for the way it handles VW. I think it does fine, but it works within its limitations. So, for example, if you attempt to run a 1.5 Ohm coil at 6W, it won't do it, cause it can't fire lower than 3.3V, so it actually fires the coil at 7.78W. Same thing from the other end of the spectrum, if you tried to fire a 2.5 Ohm coil at 11W, it would never fire the coil any higher than 5V, which only gives you 10W.

A ProVari has a little extra on the high end, being able to vape up to 6V with a high power cap of 14.5 Watts.

Are you ever going to want to vape that high? Who knows... If you vape within the limitations of the MVP, I think it's a great little device.

Where the ProVari really shines, IMO is it's accuracy, which some folks will never notice, but it's nice to know you're firing at the precise voltage that you have it set to. Durability of the ProVari is top notch. Many folks have subjected a ProVari to a high velocity fall or impact and other than some scratches the device still worked fine. Not sure if an MVP could survive that. 1 year warranty from a company that loves and adores their product right here in the good old US of A. If anything happens they can fix it. When its out of warranty they can still get it back up and running at very reasonable costs. Not sure an MVP has that going for it either. Better materials... I can promise you the 510 connector of the ProVari will outlast the eGo connector of the MVP. The removable battery has been mentioned... The ProVari has the potential to last for the life of the device, and longer when you consider it can be repaired. The MVP only has the potential to last the life of the battery, which is around 300-500 charge cycles.

So in the end, I guess the question is, will the ProVari outlast 5 MVP's... Yes, I think a single ProVari that is cared for properly can outlast 5 MVP's that receive the same level of care.

I think it's worth it to get a ProVari. You never know what life is gonna hit you with... I want a device that can take whatever kind of abuse you throw at it, and laugh it off...
 
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Glassgal-- thanks!! Great to hear a firsthand comparison. If possible- can you show me pics of the MVPv2 vs. Provari sizes with the same tank on the top of each?

No, because the only 3 tanks I have of the same type is the ET-S, which is Ego threading and won't fit on the Provari.

You don't need it. Look at my comparison photo above - it shows exactly where the tops of each battery are. Any tank you put on any of them will be higher/lower accordingly:).
 
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