help me choose a good mech mod. Authentic ones only

[six]

1) The first is it's vdrop, even with the upgraded contacts. To me, this was odd in a device that is built for what is essentially dripping.

2) Limited amount of attys that can be used and still retain the bottom feed that is, after all, the whole point.

3) The Reomiser. For all the raves I read about this atty, I wasn't particularly impressed....as a matter of fact, compared to any of my other drippers, I found it underperformed. The best point is that it's not very expensive.

1) Your experience is unusual and not at all what mine is or what others have written. You probably should have sought some customer support on that.
2) The low profile REOs have been out for a while now and are compatible with a much wider range of attys. That issue is long since addressed.
3) Reomizer... also addressed. The RM1 was replaced with the RM2 and now there is even an RM3, RM3 DC, and an RM4... and I noticed a thread that I think indicated an RM5 on the way soon. There's a little something for everyone... but I'm not sure how this point #3 has anything to do with the topic of the mod, though it might be worth your time to check out the new RM attys if you are really in to rebuildables.

There is one actual drawback to REOs, and it isn't any of those things. The drawback to them is for folks who want to change flavors often. REOs are indeed not the best device for that purpose.

 

[elee86]

IMO, all clones are the not the same, and there are quite a bit clones out there that perform as well as authentic mods.
My suggestion is to do research on what mech mod fits your requirements. Purchase the clone and use it for a while. If you really like it, go for the authentic.

Also the whole "which mech mod is the best" is so subjective, I'd hate to buy an authentic mod based on what others recommend, and end up putting it on the shelf.

Happy hunting!

 

[niczgreat]

I bought a Reo and Returned it. Then Reos Mods revamped it and I bought it. I have modded it by replacing the collapsible bottom spring, but aside from that. The new reo has a low V-Drop equivalent to a mid-high range mechanical tube.

I'm running the Reomizer 2 as a dual coil setup with Vaping Donuts and Rayon, the flavor is excellent.

Bottom Fed RBA have to be build differently from drippers because the liquid is squeezed from the bottom. If built correctly then the Reomizer 2 is an excellent RBA. My favorite.

There is a new LP Reo which has wide drip cup and will accept a new wider Reomizer.

The advantage to bottom feed system is that every time I take a vape, I squonk the bottle and saturate the wick. Then the excess is drawn back down. So every inhale is a freshly saturated wick. Like it a lot.

A voice from the OTHER side of the REO experience

I had one, tried it, sold it.

First off, let me say that the REO works as advertised, and that I had no problems with the function of the device.

I think that many people recommend it without mentioning it's limitations.

1) The first is it's vdrop, even with the upgraded contacts. To me, this was odd in a device that is built for what is essentially dripping.

2) Limited amount of attys that can be used and still retain the bottom feed that is, after all, the whole point.

3) The Reomiser. For all the raves I read about this atty, I wasn't particularly impressed....as a matter of fact, compared to any of my other drippers, I found it underperformed. The best point is that it's not very expensive.


This point is subjective, but it's the reason I ended up selling mine

3) The fit and finish. It's not bad, it's just that for the money, it wasn't up to snuff. For a little less money, I had a Gus, and still have a couple of Super -T's that were noticeably better. It's not that it's bad, per se, it's just not above the level of a mid level mass produced tool. For the money I spent, I wanted more.

All of this aside, I can't say not to buy it, but I find it's very overhyped. Same as the Provari...on the other hand, not only have I kept my Provari, but I keep it in steady rotation for the workday.

On a personal note, my impression was very much meh. With a better atty, maybe.

At the end of the day, I get much better flavor from a Genesis (and set up right they don't leak), and just as much vapor. Maybe one of the other bottom feeder attys could blow clouds on a REO, but that's not really my thing anyways.

 

[rendevouspoo]

These REO's are really looking good to me. I love that you always have the juice. I'm a noob and this is going to be a very newb question but what type of rebuildables or tanks are compatable with the bottom fed deal?

 

[Bigflyrodder]

I tell you what, you get yourself a LP Reo Grand and get lucky enough to find a VA Cyclone with Cyclops cap and it will be a vape that will be extremely hard to beat at any $$ level. The mods are build incredibly well with fantastic fit and finish. They are different from anything else out there on the market but, if you love to drip you should at least look at them. Yes, I'm a huge fanboy but for very good reason.

If you are looking for the sleekest, classiest, smoothest mod with the best firing buttons you'll ever feel I'd suggest GP Paps if you can find one. Yes, I'm also a fanboy of the Paps Lux but compared to all of my other authentic mods it is heads and shoulders above the rest.

 

[HauntedMyst]

Get a Titanide Themis. It's titanium vapey goodness

 

[Chelonian]

I think you guys thought that I had my REO some time ago

It was actually about 6 weeks ago that I sold it and I kept it for about a month.

1) As for the V drop i ran about .2 or so on a .85.ohm coil.
When we are talking about spending the money it takes to get a fully upgraded REO, something like a Manhattan, or any other mod built with dripping in mind, substantially outperform it.
While .2 vdrop is good, when you consider both the price, the fact that vdrop is at its most important when dripping, and that this mod is built for that very purpose - I think that its more important than it would otherwise be.
The Paps I had was lower, and GP doesnt even make a dripper that I know of.(the Spheroid is top notch, though)

2) Regardless of the low profile cage, you still need a bottom fed atty to make the REO relevant.
Thus, you are limited, unless you want to give up the squonk - once again the reason to be for a REO. I doubt that the mod would enjoy the same popularity without being a bottom feeder.

3) Aesthetics are important when buying. However, seeing as looks is.largely a matter of opinion, I will leave that aside and focus on fit and finish.

Namely, that rat's nest under the circuit plate. That simple of a circuit should be secured with clips at the very least, not just stuffed into the space available.

I am an electronics engineer, so admittedly this is something that would bother me more than others, I am sure :/
However - it wouldnt be that much effort to clean it up, and my favorite mechs are finished inside and out.

iAlso, I found changing flavors easier than, say, a Kayfun. And I did like it to taste test juices. Different strokes, I guess.

Anyone, if they look at it objectively, would have to admit that most high end mods are finished to a higher level than the REO....this does nothing to the performance of the mod, of course.

Really, the final blow to me was the realization that I can get better flavor out of any Genesis atty I have, and more vapor from my Tuggy or Patriot. So it came down to aesthetics and flexibility-and REO does fall short in those catagories vs it competition.

Its basically the Provari of mechs( well, kind of Mech). And while thats not a bad thing, it seems like folks are blinded to its faults.

BigFly:
I am with you on the GP products. Preach on, brother!

Rendezvous:
No question is bad to ask
That was one of my biggest gripes with the REO - you are severely restricted with regards to choices on attys, unless you want to give up the bottom fed function. Give that up, there are better choices than the REO.
Listen, this is a good mod - but take away the bottom fed function, there are better choices.

Guys...I gotta compliment you all. You have been polite in this discussion, and i was dreading a flame fest for expressing my opinion
Thanks

OP
I would reccomend Super T, GP, Atimizoo(spelling) and Poldiac. Gus as well.
I would stay away from the newer mods going for $250.
Not worth it.

 

[niczgreat]

Chelonian,
Taste is subjective. I respect your opinion and think that you are entitled to it.

I've tried Dripping Atomizers and Tanks, and in the end the Reo is my favorite.

Thank you for clarifying your V-Drop experience it adds perspective and gives those reading a benchmark to judge.

I agree with you that the Reo may be a little unfinished in the guts, but that's because it's totally rebuildable by even an amateur. The ability to rebuild for a non-engineer type means that it has to be very simple.

To me the Rebuild feature is Key. A larger initial investment followed by inexpensive ability to rebuild the APV is what I consider a lasting investment..

I bought a tumbled version and plan to have it for many years.

I think you guys thought that I had my REO some time ago

It was actually about 6 weeks ago that I sold it and I kept it for about a month.

1) As for the V drop i ran about .2 or so on a .85.ohm coil.
When we are talking about spending the money it takes to get a fully upgraded REO, something like a Manhattan, or any other mod built with dripping in mind, substantially outperform it.
While .2 vdrop is good, when you consider both the price, the fact that vdrop is at its most important when dripping, and that this mod is built for that very purpose - I think that its more important than it would otherwise be.
The Paps I had was lower, and GP doesnt even make a dripper that I know of.(the Spheroid is top notch, though)

2) Regardless of the low profile cage, you still need a bottom fed atty to make the REO relevant.
Thus, you are limited, unless you want to give up the squonk - once again the reason to be for a REO. I doubt that the mod would enjoy the same popularity without being a bottom feeder.

3) Aesthetics are important when buying. However, seeing as looks is.largely a matter of opinion, I will leave that aside and focus on fit and finish.

Namely, that rat's nest under the circuit plate. That simple of a circuit should be secured with clips at the very least, not just stuffed into the space available.

I am an electronics engineer, so admittedly this is something that would bother me more than others, I am sure :/
However - it wouldnt be that much effort to clean it up, and my favorite mechs are finished inside and out.

iAlso, I found changing flavors easier than, say, a Kayfun. And I did like it to taste test juices. Different strokes, I guess.

Anyone, if they look at it objectively, would have to admit that most high end mods are finished to a higher level than the REO....this does nothing to the performance of the mod, of course.

Really, the final blow to me was the realization that I can get better flavor out of any Genesis atty I have, and more vapor from my Tuggy or Patriot. So it came down to aesthetics and flexibility-and REO does fall short in those catagories vs it competition.

Its basically the Provari of mechs( well, kind of Mech). And while thats not a bad thing, it seems like folks are blinded to its faults.

BigFly:
I am with you on the GP products. Preach on, brother!

Rendezvous:
No question is bad to ask
That was one of my biggest gripes with the REO - you are severely restricted with regards to choices on attys, unless you want to give up the bottom fed function. Give that up, there are better choices than the REO.
Listen, this is a good mod - but take away the bottom fed function, there are better choices.

Guys...I gotta compliment you all. You have been polite in this discussion, and i was dreading a flame fest for expressing my opinion
Thanks

OP
I would reccomend Super T, GP, Atimizoo(spelling) and Poldiac. Gus as well.
I would stay away from the newer mods going for $250.
Not worth it.

 

[crxess]

Assumption that a Mod is:
Bad because it is a clone
Good because it is original

Is very faulty thinking.

So...................I think I'll just find another thread to read.


Vape On and enjoy life

 

[porkchopbun]

There is one actual drawback to REOs, and it isn't any of those things. The drawback to them is for folks who want to change flavors often. REOs are indeed not the best device for that purpose.

That's what stop me from buying a REO....I change juices on my dripper more than I change my underwear...but there wouldn't be such a following for the REO if it didn't perform what it was intended for....single juice flavor/decent cloud mod...and it works well from what I research before I went to Mechanical...

For my personal favorite is the GP Paps SS...it just works..button/locking design is pretty nice
hardest hitting is my BCV 26650 ...dries out my cotton wicks...very compact for 26650 mod
Brass CNC Nemesis...it's mister reliable..just works..sure it's not perfect..but does the job..
Reuglated Mod..Cana Clone 30...hey..not bad for the price..can hit up to 30 watts if needed..my Kayfun lite plus found new life coming MVP 2.0

I got a bunch of clones..and they do work well with little work..so buy within your spectrum not others..

 

[six]

That's what stop me from buying a REO....I change juices on my dripper more than I change my underwear...but there wouldn't be such a following for the REO if it didn't perform what it was intended for

I agree - though with the caveat: There is nothing stopping anyone from using it for dripping or even putting a tank on it. It has a 510 connector... I've spun on a different atty and dripped many, many times... But, the fact is, the beauty of the REO is minimalism. You can walk out the door with enough juice and battery to vape all day and you don't have to carry any supplies. That's what it is - that's what it does - and I'm pretty sure that's what most REO owners appreciate about it.

I don't carry cartos I don't carry Juice bottles I don't carry spare batteries I don't carry napkins or paper towels I don't fill tanks ... .... ..... None of that. I will admit that I keep a shorty carto in every vehicle glove box in case of a blown atty coil, but I never have to leave the house carrying a bunch of vape gear. REO in the shirt pocket and I'm confident that even if the day turns in to a long day, I have what I need.

 

[FlyD]

Atmizoo Roller and the bOd mecha by Leo get my votes

 

[cduhh]

I tried a reo and hated it aswell, the performance just isn't there for the premium they demand. I will also go on the record that this is just my opinion and I am not bashing reo because clearly they're doing something right.

 

[sparc]

I would say a GP Paps v3 or Paps X. I have a several mech mods but my Paps are now my favorite and they have great customer support to boot.

 

[Unforeseen]

Moved to APV Discussion

 

[Asbestos4004]

I sold my REO too. It was everything they say it is. Reliable, simple, dependable.....
I wasn't stunned or impressed by any means....just kinda satisfied. I get betterresults with a good mech and a good dripper. Clone or authentic. I think with enough research, you can find a clone that performs every bit as good, if not better than an authentic. Authentic mods come with peace of mind but that doesn't necessarily mean superior performance. I have both and I really couldn't care less who made any of them. I gravitate to the ones that give me the best results.

 

[cduhh]

Simple and reliable is all it gave me. I just prefer the simplicity of a tube mod such as the gp paps

 

[Nautilusfan]

I would say a GP Paps v3 or Paps X. I have a several mech mods but my Paps are now my favorite and they have great customer support to boot.

Where can I purchase these? USA retailers?

 

[humangraffiti]

I ended up ordering the Sir Lancelot last night THanks for all the recs guys!

 

[Izan]

Where can I purchase these? USA retailers?

Hi,
https://domovaporco.com/
Cheers