Fixing to try vaping. eGo vs Volt x2 ?

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The X2 can use the T3. In fact, Smokeless Image has made their own T3 to be compatible with their X2's.

A Vivi Nova will not work on the X2 or any other 808 device without a 510-808 adapter. The Redux is a Vivi Nova clone for 808's, but I've never used it.

Just for the sake of clarity, the X2 is a vGo/iGo device. Some vendors use 808/eGo which just serves to confuse things even further. An eGo is a 510 fat battery with an additional set of threads. A vGo/iGo is an 808 fat battery with the same additional set of threads. A few delivery systems, such as the T3, screw on to these additional threads; however, in most instances these threads are used by a cone to cover a standard cartomizer. Delivery systems made for the fat batteries, like the CE4/Stardust, have an empty skirt that covers these threads. In both instances, cone or skirt, this is solely to provide an ascetic look.

The 510 connection is the most popular connection on the market. This means there are more delivery systems available for that connection, but there are also more opportunities for things to go wrong or perform poorly.

A Volt X2 is a 3.7v regulated battery. Except for when it is fresh off the charger, when using it as a pass-through or when it is about to die, it will deliver a constant 3.6-3.7 volts. Originally the eGo was a 3.4v regulated battery, I'm not sure if that has changed or not. I do know the kGo and Echo-E batteries are also 3.7v 510 batteries, but in general 510's operate at a lower voltage than 808's before getting into the realms of variable voltage devices.

Either device will give you what your looking for, which is a long lasting battery with multiple cartomizer and clearomizer options to vape your nicotine with. Some people prefer one over the other, some use both and others are still happy with their 4081's and carts. ;)

Hope this helps a little.

Good luck!
 
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Go with the ego

100% of ecig websites sell products that fit the ego because it is BOTH 510/ego threaded
The X2 will only fit 808 OR ego. It will not fit a vivi nova for instance
The price of the ego is much better. X2 looks like 650mah/$20, 900 mah/$25, 1300 mah/$30. That is a rip off when compared to the ego batteries. The X2 is not even variable voltage. I see an ego twist starter kit (probably generic brand 1100 mah twist with just 2 mediocre clearomizers, charger, and bottle of juice for $29 shipped). Probably a good idea to upgrade the clearomizers though

I am using an 808 small cig like you from a different company. It is working well right now. When I upgrade, I will go to an ego
 

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Thanks for clearing up the thread thing Johnnie! If I didn't already have a volt mini and cartos on the way I'd go eGo but since I do I'm leaning toward the x2. I also like the idea of still using my mini's when I'm out and about.I can use the carto's I already have with the x2 and the x2 comes with a charger. The charger also doubles as a pass through. So thats another plus.
 

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Thanks for clearing up the thread thing Johnnie! If I didn't already have a volt mini and cartos on the way I'd go eGo but since I do I'm leaning toward the x2. I also like the idea of still using my mini's when I'm out and about.I can use the carto's I already have with the x2 and the x2 comes with a charger. The charger also doubles as a pass through. So thats another plus.
Glad I could help. S.I. is a bit pricey, but they're a good company to deal with. My first upgrade was to an X2.

EDIT: I would suggest checking out O2. Just do a Google search for O2 e-cigarette. They sell essentially the same device as the X2 for a much smaller price. I think a 900 mAh vGo pass-through is only 18.00, and is fully compatible with S.I's and any other 808 equipment.

Good luck!
 
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I started with SI and love the Volt X2 either with X2 clearomizer or the T3. It is where I intend to stay.

I have been considering a variable volt but did not want to buy a whole new set up especially since I am so happy with SI, but now SI is releasing a vv this weak and will be able to try that now too.

Also I have to say that SI has the A+ customer service.

"SI is releasing a vv this weak" Where can I find more info on this? Do you know a price point?
 

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Smokeless Image is a very good company to work with. I have read posts from guys who said that if for some reason a battery was damaged during shipping and caused it not to work, or just happened to be a dud, SI just told them to throw that one out and they would send a new one free of charge, no return necessary. It may not be the case with the X2 style, as they might want that one back, but I have seen that with the regular volt line
 

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I went with an Ego C Twist and a Kanger T2 for my 1st setup and so far so good. I like it a lot. I'm new and inexperienced, but I believe I made a great choice, for my 1st setup. I paid $55, out the door, for this setup with the USB charger and a bottle of juice.

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I can vouch for SI customer service, which is why I am staying with them. I had an X2 manual 900 delivered to me that would not hold a charge. Would work with the passthrough but that is it. I contacted SI and the same day I contacted them a new X2 was in the mail to me and I did not even have to return the defective one. Customer service is top notch. I have been curious about vv but did not want to buy a whole new set up....and now I don't have to. SI has one out this week. I also find it a plus that I can go to their website and know that everything I buy is compatible.
 

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the volt x2 is a good solid battery to start out with. smokeless image does have fantastic service.. the only drawback that i have found is that the same as mentioned it has the 808 threading with the ego threading.. that basically means you can buy something that is ego style but it still has to have the 808 connection..

It is a personal choice really. the 510 connection is more of a standard, and you can find more stuff to go on it.. but the X2 is still a great battery.. i have the 900mah manual battery and it will last me all day. I have recently went to a Zmax and have since set the X2 aside.. but i still like the X2. Good luck and happy vaping..
 

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SI isn't all it's cracked up to be. Their customer service isn't anything outstanding or anything. They're not going to send you any free stuff or even pay shipping or anything if you're unhappy. They will charge you etc. Just get the ego/vision spinner and save money and convenience for being able to use 510 standard clearomizers. Basically when you buy SI you are stuck buying from one vendor but if you buy ego/vision you have hundreds of vendors at lower prices.
 
I personally like my X2 style, and it's the one I recommend to people who ask. But that's because I personally prefer it.

I started with an 808 threaded cig-alike, so remained with the 808 thread when I went larger. I do have some 510 threads, like the Vision Spinner, and buy adapters to stick on those.

I'm currently using a combination of the CE3 and T3, and have no issues with either on the Volt. The CE3 will work on my Spinner with the adapter, the T3 won't unless I get an alternate base for the tank. I'm not all that inclined to do that at the moment.

However, if you do decide to go with the eGo and buy an adapter to let you use your older 808 cartos (and take the adapter off when using an eGo threaded device), I think you'll be perfectly happy with that too.
 

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i just pulled the trigger on th x2 and 2 Nano Clearomizer's.I just got the nano's for now til I can research clear/carto's more.I was going to get CE3's but read some negitives on the new ones.
As for eGo....I will probabally get one in the future. Im shure if vamping works out for me I will need more than one batt/setup.
 

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Basically when you buy SI you are stuck buying from one vendor but if you buy ego/vision you have hundreds of vendors at lower prices.
This is false. As mentioned before, both the Volt and the X2 are KR808D-1 standard threaded devices, and will work with any other standard 808 cartomizers and clearomizers. The manual batteries will also work with any 901 atomizers. V4L, V2, CigEasy, Bloog and Smoov are among some of the other branded vendors on this forum whose equipment is also interchangeable with the Volt and X2.
 

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i just pulled the trigger on th x2 and 2 Nano Clearomizer's.I just got the nano's for now til I can research clear/carto's more.I was going to get CE3's but read some negitives on the new ones.
As for eGo....I will probabally get one in the future. Im shure if vamping works out for me I will need more than one batt/setup.

Good choice buzzbait. I've found the X2s not onoly look nice but are real workhorses too. You can buy 808 threaded stuff from some other vendors too. Kanger 808 stuff is good. Smokeless Image carry good cartomizers and accessories.
I think a standard ego might disappoint you after an X2 - the X2 is regulated at 3.7 volts, the ego is 3.4 volts. My suggestion would be to pick up the Smokeless Image Spinner when you want to upgrade.

There are probably more 510 options - but more doesn't mean better, and as well as the good there is a lot of junk to wade through out there. Some 808 Volts, an X2, and maybe later a variable voltage Spinner - I think you'll find them all good.
 

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