DSE-097 vs. RN4081? + mild rant

[elu105]

Hi,

My first e-cig, that I bought out of curiosity, just ended its life after serving a whole two weeks.
It was filthy cheap, only $10 so it wasn't a financial loss but it kept me away from analogs!

Today I ordered an other model: RN4081, these two look much alike but I hope that 4081 isn't such a POS as 097 appeared to be.

Anyone had a pleasure testing both of these models?


DETAILS:
Took my 097 apart and found that the problem was in the battery, small vacuum-switch was missing some bits.

I just wanted to cry when I saw the insides and all the "cold solders", loose wires and a total lack of any insulation between battery terminals and surrounding metal parts.

I have never seen such a crappy soldering in my life.
I have seen better soldering in those cheapo bug-zappers that look like a tennis racquet.
Yes, I have taken apart a few gadgets.
Actually I think it's a wonder that the lithium cell hadn't exploded yet...

 

[wv2win]

Sorry to say the performance will not be much better. All sorts of negative posts about the 4081.

Most members now have switched to MANUAL switch devices and stay clear of the auto switch models like the 4081. Manuals have better performance, much more consistent and much more reliable. There are two that look similar to the real thing and then there are the premiere devices. Here is a list you can check out:

The Big Nine in Long Battery Life Manual Switch PV’s:

Screwdriver: ecigscrewdriver.com
The Black Screwdriver Kit / Totally Wicked eLiquid / Electronic Cigarette eLiquid Store
Prodigy: PureSmoker.com - Home of the USA Built PV !!!
GG: SmokeJuice - HOME
JantyStick: Janty USA - Janty USA
LV/ZiMoshi:Personal Vaporizers : Hardass Vapor Shop
Super T: Super T, Innovative manufacturer of Personal Vaporizer products.
AdapteverR: Home - AdapteveR Home of the ORIGINAL USA built PV
Silver Bullet: AltSmoke | Personal Vaporizer Silver Bullet - Kit - Starter Kits
VP1/VP2: VaprLife


Several Joye 510 & Manual DSE901 Suppliers:

Home - Rocky Mountain Vapor you have reached the mountain top of electronic cigarettes!
Heaven-gifts.com Ruyandirect.com Best E-smoking Shop
www.eastmall.net - Eastmall International Co.,Ltd
e-Smokey Treats - Electronic Cigarette's, The healthy alternative to traditional tobacco cigarette's

 

[Lissa G.]

that said, (and I love the 510), my original little NPRO RN4081 has been going strong since the beginning of June. It has been passed around from person to person wanting to try e-cigs and really abused I am sure. On the other hand as soon as they get a 510 in the mail, we pass it to the next person. It also works well with a 510 pcc. If you decide on something else, Keep it for a great little back up.