Ego booster: is it worth it?

[leftfeild]

Finally, TW has had Ego boosters in for sale in the UK for £49.99 for a little bit now. But to anyone who owns one, is it worth it?

The fact that I paid less than that for the ego batteries and atomisers is putting me off big time. I can see myself getting one then discovering a VV mod in the UK that's much cheaper or finding out there's a VV battery coming out sometime soonish that's going to be better.

I don't, and have never owned a vv device let alone try one so all I know is hype and that 3.7v is the highest voltage I've ever puffed on. For £49.99, is 3.3 - 4.7v on an ego battery all that?

 

[fsroq]

I have one, and it works fine. Then I believe it is out of time. Things are changing so fast in the E-cig world. For les money you can have now the VV power mod, 18650 bat based.
LAVATUBE- MOD VOLTAJE VARIABLE - solovapor.es
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/mods/219507-power-vv-mod.html

 

[vocr]

I would disagree. I mean, in terms of VV, there have always been cheaper VV units. Other pipe bomb mods (like the lavatube), box mods, etc. There is nothing new there. What the Ego Booster gives me is still unmatched. That is VV in an extremely compact form that makes it easily through airport security.

 

[RandaPandaBear]

Could you give me a rough explanation of what this is and how it works? I saw a thread about it yesterday but have no idea still what it is. I use 650-900 mah ego batteries

 

[DaveP]

It's an Ego class battery addition that has a switch on the side allowing you to pick from 3 voltage vaping levels.



There's also the Ego variable voltage battery that's a one piece self contained unit.

 

[RandaPandaBear]

interesting. of everyone I've heard having one they seem to like it. it's not VV like Provari but does give you some options then?

 

[billo]

The above video shows that it barely puts out the same voltage under load as one standard eGo battery with no VV. This at the highest voltage setting ! Very disappointing if you want a little more voltage. I was thinking of buying one, but that sure changed my mind.

One confusion factor is that his standard eGo puts out a lot more voltage than I expected. I've always heard that eGo's put out around 3.2 V.

 

[leftfeild]

I thought the ego booster and the 3 step batteries were two different things. The ego booster going from 3.2v to 4.7v in a more "true" vv style with an actual dial, albeit with a small range. Whereas the 3 step battery was a 3 step battery allowing only 3 voltages.

I don't own either, I could be wrong.

The second video is the three step battery and not an ego booster. He used a non joye ego battery to compare against too. Genuine Joye egos are regulated to 3.2v (ish) as far as I'm aware. He said he had a smoktech battery that's 3.7v under load at full charge.

Going by that sort of drop I can assume the ego booster is going to go from 4.7v at peak to something like 4 - 4.3v under load? I'm talking away like I know it all but I'm asking questions lol No idea

 

[RandaPandaBear]

They are two different things.


iPhone in one hand, ego in the other. Via tapatalk

 

[RandaPandaBear]

Riva released something yesterday. A three choice voltage I believe


iPhone in one hand, ego in the other. Via tapatalk

 

[vocr]

The above video shows that it barely puts out the same voltage under load as one standard eGo battery with no VV. This at the highest voltage setting ! Very disappointing if you want a little more voltage. I was thinking of buying one, but that sure changed my mind.

One confusion factor is that his standard eGo puts out a lot more voltage than I expected. I've always heard that eGo's put out around 3.2 V.

Dude, that second video is not the Ego booster. Its the 3 mode battery, its not even really variable. However, it is cheap. Healthcabin sells it for $21.

The EB meters exactly as advertised and it tops out at 4.7v. I did a pretty thorough review, see the link in my sig.

 

[leftfeild]

I went ahead and got one and I was mildly diappointed... until I put in my CE2. Wow. Massive, massive difference. I can put up with the walk of shame for using this beast of a pv in public, now that it's twice as long and completely unmissable, just because it's that much better. Brought my ego and CE2s to a whole new level.

I hate dripping and didn't notice a massive difference in my 510 atomiser to really care for the booster with it. My carts were about the same as without the booster for warmth. My dual coil cartos still don't work, hah. My EMDCC is still too cold a vape and looks too naff on a booster (I like my pv not to look like a telescopic javelin). But, the CE2, because it's already a warm vape is wow for me on this thing.

Worth it? If it doesn't break, I'd sure say so. I've been using modded CE2s because I'm VG vaper who hates dripping so I've been a fan of the CE2 for a while, and for a device to come along to improve the flavour, heat and TH on them on the PV I was using already is just great.

Thanks Vocr, I wouldn't have bought it if I didn't read your review on them. I need at least one positive review on something that expensive (to me) before I buy.

 

[GIMike]

I also own one, and I haven't vaped without it since I bought it. You really can't put on on a volt meter and expect steady accurate voltages due to the way the ego battery puts out it's power. From what I understand, it's a "pulsed" power, not a steady solid power. The best way to read it is supposidly with an oscilloscope as volt meters don't have the capability to read the voltage correctly. You don't really need a volt meter once you use one. I went to a local vape meet last month and was showing it off. One guy stepped up to demonostrate it for other people. He turned it all the way down, took a puff, and blew out very little vapor. He then turned it all the way up, took a puff, and blew out a giant cloud. It's something you really have to see to believe. But I seriously doubt you'll find anybody who's owned one that will say it doesn't do what it says it will do.

 

[hairball]

A friend of mine had hers come apart so don't go pulling on it. If something gets stuck on it, take it easy removing the stuck atty/carto.

I have one but don't use near as much as I thought I would. It's okay but makes my 1100mah batteries way too big...I could use the darn thing as a weapon due to the added length. It's not something I would ever buy again but it's nice to have when I want something not so bulky to use.

 

[GIMike]

A friend of mine had hers come apart so don't go pulling on it. If something gets stuck on it, take it easy removing the stuck atty/carto.

I have one but don't use near as much as I thought I would. It's okay but makes my 1100mah batteries way too big...I could use the darn thing as a weapon due to the added length. It's not something I would ever buy again but it's nice to have when I want something not so bulky to use.

Compared to a box mod or a provari (which to me looks like a mini-water cooler), it's still pretty tiny no? I guess if you're already happy with the performance of the ego without it, then that's ok. I don't think I can go back now though...I've been sucked in by the power of the booster....

 

[mistinthewoods]

Let's see, if you go to TW and buy a Tornado Booster it'll cost you $65.00 and a regular ol' Tornado kit runs $60.00 so for a PV that only goes up to 4.7V you've spent $125.00.
You can get a decent VV mod that has a full range of voltages and is about the same size for less than that.

 

[GIMike]

Let's see, if you go to TW and buy a Tornado Booster it'll cost you $65.00 and a regular ol' Tornado kit runs $60.00 so for a PV that only goes up to 4.7V you've spent $125.00.
You can get a decent VV mod that has a full range of voltages and is about the same size for less than that.

That is true. I will give you that. But I think this is more along the lines of somebody who already owns an ego and wants more out of it. I would suggest looking at other mods instead of buying an ego kit and an ego booster at the same time. This is just something that will upgrade your current inventory instead of making you start over with something completely different that isn't compatible with your current stock (batts and batt chargers, etc).

Put another way, this is for somebody who already spent $60-ish on an ego kit and doesn't want to invest another $150 or so on a whole new system, when they can just get an adapter to do pretty much the same thing for only another $60. Why spend over $200 and have stuff you can't use, when you just have to spend $120?

 

[tj99959]

The EB does what it is advertised to do, but it is grosely over priced
A MadVapes VV box mod is only 35 bucks, and does twice as much.

As far as size, the MadVape VV all decked out is the same length as a eGo-T with a 650mAh bat.

So spend $65.00 for a $30.00 unit if you want, but I'll pass.

 

[GiMante]

The EB does what it is advertised to do, but it is grosely over priced
A MadVapes VV box mod is only 35 bucks, and does twice as much.

As far as size, the MadVape VV all decked out is the same length as a eGo-T with a 650mAh bat.

So spend $65.00 for a $30.00 unit if you want, but I'll pass.

Some people don't particularly like box mods, like myself. I think the Ego Booster is an excellent accessory. I will agree that it is a little pricey. I see the price coming down in the near future as there are some exciting things due to come out, that will give it lots of competition.

 

[vocr]

Thanks Vocr, I wouldn't have bought it if I didn't read your review on them. I need at least one positive review on something that expensive (to me) before I buy.

My pleasure! I always say nothing is perfect, but some things are good. I'm glad you like as much as I do. I totally agree, the heating elements I don't really like to begin with the EB doesn't make me like any better. However, the heating elements I do like, it really makes them sing.

You really can't put on on a volt meter and expect steady accurate voltages due to the way the ego battery puts out it's power. From what I understand, it's a "pulsed" power, not a steady solid power.

Hey Mike! I am constantly bumping into you . I really don't know the electronics theory behind it, but every time I voltmetered mine the voltage was rock steady. The "say it like I'm 5 years old" explanation, that I can understand, is that the Joye Ego battery is pulsed but the Ego booster uses a boost circuit to dynamically (depending on the dial setting) increase and stabilize the output.

Let's see, if you go to TW and buy a Tornado Booster it'll cost you $65.00 and a regular ol' Tornado kit runs $60.00 so for a PV that only goes up to 4.7V you've spent $125.00.
You can get a decent VV mod that has a full range of voltages and is about the same size for less than that.

Name one please? You do realize the EB is about 5cm in length right? Don't know what the Tornado is, but a Joy Ego 1000mah battery is less than $13 (https://www.healthcabin.net/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1072&products_id=7756). I think you're getting ripped off on whatever a Tornado is.

I have no problem with the group of people on here that hate expensive mods. I'm glad you guys are around and work to keep ODMs honest. I sometimes see some stuff priced and the margin has to be over 70%. I am someone who is lucky enough to be able to ignore price on something I want, but by the same token, I do not want to be gouged or anyone to feel like they are overpaying. That said, just because it is expensive doesn't mean it sucks for everyone. Some people pay many tens of $1000's for a watch. You can get a watch for $1. Just because its expensive doesn't make it a bad watch. You know what I mean?

I have no clue what the margin is on the EB. However, it is a travelers best friend. Again, name me 1 VV mod that is its size, weight, overall convenience and can go through any airport security in the world, past the dumbest security agent without a hassle? When you do that, you found a competitor for the EB and something I will buy immediately. Till then there is no other option, whatever the price is.