Do i need a Provari?

[redordead]

I started out with many a basic kit, went thru maybe 10 batteries and 10 clearos. Then upgraded to a itaste vv 3.0 with nautilus. Had a few problems with the nautilus so changed to aerotank.

I now have 2 aerotanks and vv 3.0's. I have found my ADV, a nice 50/50. For the first time im amazed and very happy with my setup. Great vapor and flavour. coils are lasting ages etc...

But i keep getting drawn to upgrading again, will getting a provari or similar vastly improve my vaping experience?

(I have no interest in rebuildables!)

 

[rondasherrill]

Scary question to ask! Just wait for this thread to blow up.

I LOVE my Provari, and recommend it to anyone who wants one. That having been said, if you are happy with your setup, you don't NEED a Provari.

 

[DaveP]

As many point out, a Provari is just a high grade variable voltage battery mod designed to power your individual choice of atomizers. It won't affect flavor or vapor levels significantly unless you prefer smooth 800hz variable voltage instead of rattlesnake 33hz power. I find both perfectly usable.

I love mine, but respect the right of the masses to choose the APV they prefer.

 

[The Ocelot]

1) No one needs a ProVari. The question is do you want one?

I am very fortunate to have lots of different kinds of gear, but the ProVari is always in rotation. There are other devices with features that are important to some people, but for me, I want a well made device, that works every time I pick it up or if it doesn't can be repaired under warranty or inexpensively out of warranty. That's it. It has a very smooth vape, but so do some other devices, it's the consistency I'm sold on.

 

[pwheeler]

Do you NEED a Provari? No. Just the same with me, do I have to have a Reo? No. It's just what I choose and gives me the serviceability that I want. Both the Provari and Reo are pretty much bulletproof and will give you years of service. It just depends on what you want and are looking for, variable voltage or mechanical. In my opinion, Provari is the finest instrument in the variable voltage class in the world. Reo tops the mechanical end. Both have the best customer service you could have. It's just up to you to make a choice if you need a Provari or not.

 

[DPLongo22]

I disagree with everyone here, even the vaunted Ocelot.

Yes. You need one.

In fact, I've appealed to my local legislators, requesting a nationwide movement to make Provari ownership a mandatory component of the Affordable Care Act. Legislators love regulating stuff, so the idea is getting some traction. Get in now, before the prices go up do to the mandatory implementation that I alone will have been responsible for.

Me stating this here is actually tantamount to insider trading. But since there are now laws yet governing this issue, I have nothing to worry about. It's a good thing too because I really wouldn't look good in an orange jumpsuit.

Trust me - just go ahead and grab a Provari. Even a blem or used one will exempt you from any penalties associated with the ACA.

You can thank me later. I do this because I care.

 

[redordead]

What i mean by "needing" a higher end device is, if i "upgrade" my setup to a provari OR SIMILAR would it greatly improve my vaping experience.

If not, then i suppose im better off with what i have already.

 

[Towmotor]

If you are "very happy" with your current vape, I would keep my money in my pocket until that changes....then buy a Provari

 

[The Ocelot]

What i mean by "needing" a higher end device is, if i "upgrade" my setup to a provari OR SIMILAR would it greatly improve my vaping experience.

If not, then i suppose im better off with what i have already.

No one can answer what you are asking. You're the only one who knows what your "vaping experience" is like. Are you looking for something specific?

 

[redordead]

If you are "very happy" with your current vape, I would keep my money in my pocket until that changes....then buy a Provari

So im gonna end up with one in the end anyway. May as well buy it now then! [emoji6]

 

[Steamer861]

A simple answer is no The Provari is a very solid unit and well worth the money, But on the same clearo carto RTA you should expect almost the same results.
If you really want to upgrade your vape experience get a Kayfun and learn how to rebuild

What i mean by "needing" a higher end device is, if i "upgrade" my setup to a provari OR SIMILAR would it greatly improve my vaping experience.

If not, then i suppose im better off with what i have already.

 

[GinnyTx]

Too funny VPLong, but I beg to differ with you, no one NEEDS a Provari, that'd fall under "want".

that's something after I got divorced in '99 and there were budgetary "issues" I got myself and my kiddos straight on "needs" vs "wants"

No dear you don't NEED a Provari, you don't "need" a vape, you WANT to. (although you'd have nicotine withdrawl it'd pass in a few days so that's a WANT)

and that being said "wants" are a powerful thing.

if budget /money's no issue then get one. But it's a really expensive battery (for vv & ww) and it uses the SAME little red high drain batteries that my Nemesis (or any other mod/battery type tube does) NOW it's well made, and warrantied. But for the $200 bucks it'd cost me (and darn I want that emerald green one when the new ones come out too!) I can burn through a LOT of cheap metal tubes and still not break the second Ben Franklin yah know?

I want one too, but for the interim (start up vaping expenses being what they are for the two of us plus LIVING *lol*) I'm using an MVP 2.0 and a Kanger Mega and it rocks, close enough for me to a rebuildable for now.

but if you want it, and it wouldn't hurt, get one. Our local Vape store guy doesn't really advocate the Provari's he's all hot about some DNA mod box thing...and his does rock (you know that "Can I try your juice" thing when we go in there) But to each their own yah know?

 

[Ryedan]

What i mean by "needing" a higher end device is, if i "upgrade" my setup to a provari OR SIMILAR would it greatly improve my vaping experience.

If not, then i suppose im better off with what i have already.

No, it's not going to greatly improve your vaping experience. What you gain is consistent power output, so if you currently ever notice your battery getting weaker as it gets close to empty, that goes away. You will also get more vape time between battery charges. You gain removable batteries which are cheaper to replace than your VV 3 but you have to buy a battery charger. The Provari is also really tough, so it will not break easily and it can be repaired if it should break. You lose the pass through feature of the VV 3.

That's it I think

 

[DaveP]

I balked for a long time before buying a Provari. Then, I realized that I had virtually bought one every month in my cigarette spending while I was smoking cigarettes. 5 cartons between me and my wife cost about $185 a month. I no longer buy those cartons and she quit smoking, too, so I just applied one month's carton budget and sent it to Provape. It was a one time purchase that has lasted 2 years and 4 months so far. If it breaks, I can get it repaired for the price of a cheap to median priced Chinese mod, depending on what fails.

For me, it was a no brainer decision. Of course, some have used their newly found Provari budget to finance cars, TV's, and other expensive items. I get that.

 

[The Ocelot]

I frequently need new toys to address my novelty-seeking behavior.

ETA: I forgot to mention I feel safer with a ProVari in my hand. It's nice to have a device that can be used to bash out a car window if I got caught in a flood.

 

[redordead]

Thanks for the replys guys. I think ill stick with my setup for awhile.

Ill wait and see what you have to say about the provari 3! [emoji1]

 

[The Ocelot]

Thanks for the replys guys. I think ill stick with my setup for awhile.

Ill wait and see what you have to say about the provari 3! [emoji1]

I don't plan on getting one. I'm sure it will be an excellent product, I'm just not in the segment of the market it's geared towards.

 

[realsis]

I'm going to simply say this, I am completely happy with my vaping expirence!! I get wonderful flavor! Great vapor! I build my own coils, sub ohm when I want, I can vape up to 50 watts if I want, I'm happy.. and I don't have a provari, nor do I need a provari. I guess for my vaping style with liking to build, and going sub ohm, and vaping low resistance, and wanting higher wattage, the Provari would actually be RESTRICTIVE to me. As I could not do the things I love to do with it. So it would be a disappointment and Waste Of money FOR me. It would NOT enhance my experience, but hinder it. But if your not interested in lower resistance vaping, and not interested in ever going sub ohm, and not interested In vaping with higher wattage and the restrictions don't matter or pertain to you, then yes it might be a very good choice. But it's certainly NOT for everyone. And as for enhancing your vape, I suppose that depends on what you want out of your vaping expirence. As I mentioned it would NOT enhance my experience but actually hurt it and put restrictions on it. So no it does NOT enhance EVERYONES expirence. It just depends what your looking for. I've never been much on buying something just for the name. I'm more interested in how it performs, what are it's specs, and most importantly what restrictions would I have while using it. But we are all different, with different wants and needs and that's what makes this forum a great place. We all see things a little differently. So in my opinion, it just matters what you want out of your vaping expirence weather or not provari is a good choice for you. For me, it's not. I can be completely happy without ever having purchased one.. but to each his own.. I say, if it makes you happy, then go for it. But as for actually enhancing your vaping expirence, well, I suppose that depends on your vaping style.. for me, no. I don't like the restrictions. But ifor that does not bother you, then yes it might be a good device for you. However it's NOT for everyone. But it's good that we all are different. It would be boring if we were all the same. So if you want a provari, go for it! Just be happy in what you do. And enjoy yourself.

 

[DaveP]

There's lots more to choose from in the mod market these days. Features abound and there's more stainless steel instead of aluminum and pot metal. Whatever you choose, make sure it has a quality body (preferably steel for me), SS 510 threads instead of pot metal, and quality electronics. If you do that, it will most likely last. There's nothing worse than discovering that your relatively new PV has worn out it's 510 threads and the atomizer wobbles. The 510 socket and the battery cap both get constant use as you use both frequently when you change batteries and atomizers.

 

[dice57]

Quality gear is always a wise investment. Started with a Provari almost a year ago, Vape me up fine, taught me how to build, and when ready to move on, sold it without even trying.

There is a lot of fine stellar regulated mods out, and some about to hit the market. Would recommend waiting for the P3 to come out if heart is set on one. But even with it's upgrades I'd never get one, just don't vape that low any more. But that's me.