Is my new eGo-T a fake?

[stl1969]

Hello all:

I read in another thread that if there isn't a logo on the shiny end of the battery of the eGo-T, it's probably a knock-off.

Is this true? And if so, should I trash this thing and buy a real one?

I can't remember which site I bought this from, but can you recoomend reputable sites where I can purchase e-cig accessories?

I'm thinking if I'm going to spend $80 on an eGo-T, maybe I should just go all-in and buy a Provari. Everyone seems to RAVE about those things.

Thanks!

 

[NGIB]

Does it work? If so, don't worry about it.

"Real" Joye eGo batteries are voltage regulated to 3.4 volts while many of the others (Riva, KGO, etc.) are not so they come off the charger at 4.2 volts and drain down from there. I use KGOs myself and my son has Rivas and they've been working fine for months. To me, a "knock-off" is a cheap imitation that doesn't work, not just a competing product from a different manufacturer. As far as vendors, stay with the ECF registered vendors and you'll be fine. I've used nearly a dozen different vendors so far and got good service from all...

 

[Vapoor eyes er]

See if you recognize the website here.
Joyetech brand offline electronic cigarette shops
Lottsa knockoffs/ fakes and many re-branded eGo products.

Hello all:

I read in another thread that if there isn't a logo on the shiny end of the battery of the eGo-T, it's probably a knock-off.

Is this true? And if so, should I trash this thing and buy a real one?

I can't remember which site I bought this from, but can you recoomend reputable sites where I can purchase e-cig accessories?

I'm thinking if I'm going to spend $80 on an eGo-T, maybe I should just go all-in and buy a Provari. Everyone seems to RAVE about those things.

Thanks!

 

[stl1969]

Thanks NGIB. Yeah, it works fine, but I'm wondering if the "real" brand is far better than this one as far as taste, smoke production, etc. So far this is only my 2nd PV - I had a V2 before, but it really only worked well through the first couple of hits, then went quickly downhill.

This one seems to be more powerful and lasts until the cartomizer is dry.

 

[NGIB]

Thanks NGIB. Yeah, it works fine, but I'm wondering if the "real" brand is far better than this one as far as taste, smoke production, etc. So far this is only my 2nd PV - I had a V2 before, but it really only worked well through the first couple of hits, then went quickly downhill.

This one seems to be more powerful and lasts until the cartomizer is dry.

Actually, if you have an unregulated battery you'd probably be unhappy with a "real" Joye as they put out 3.4 volts - period. Simple way to tell, put a volt meter on it and fire it...

 

[stl1969]

Actually, if you have an unregulated battery you'd probably be unhappy with a "real" Joye as they put out 3.4 volts - period. Simple way to tell, put a volt meter on it and fire it...

Interesting. I have a friend that has a voltmeter. I'll have to ask him to hook it up.

 

[BGabe]

I thought genuine Joye eGos were regulated using pulse width modulation (minus the eGo C Upgrade and eGo twist) PVs that use this type of regulation will not work with a standard volt meter. But, as long as you're not buying one just for this purpose go for it. If it works, then it might be a competitor and if it doesn't, well, you probably have a genuine Joye product.

 

[supergerbil]

Yeah, don't stress the brand names. If you already have it, and it works, dont stress.

Besides if you're like a lot of us here you will be buying more gear soon enough. Must. Have. Shiny. New. Thingy.

 

[bwardo1010]

provari all the way

 

[NGIB]

provari all the way

A Provangelist appeared quickly today...

 

[X P3 Flight Engineer]

If it's not broke, don't fix it. It makes a great back-up, regardless of what you get. Back-ups are Good!

If you would like a Joye, try the Joye eGo Twist so you can experience variable voltage, as well. They haven't started the knock-offs of the Twist, Yet! It will have the Joye logo on the bottom. If the ProVari's price is not a hardship, by all means get one, then you will know. Otherwise the Twist will provide VV at a "back-up" price. Or get both.

 

[bwardo1010]

i love my buzz pro too. I am open to all vapalgions

 

[bwardo1010]

Quick question, is the kick worth it with SB?

 

[NGIB]

Quick question, is the kick worth it with SB?

Perhaps start your own thread? Might get some answers...

 

[X P3 Flight Engineer]

Quick question, is the kick worth it with SB?

Yes, if you can find them in stock.

 

[Vapoor eyes er]

Super T Manufacturing, Innovative manufacturer of electronic cigarette products.
Friend has one and he likes it.

Yes, if you can find them in stock.

 

[Andmade]

See if you recognize the website here.
Joyetech brand offline electronic cigarette shops
Lottsa knockoffs/ fakes and many re-branded eGo products.

Thanks for the link! Perhaps there will be a better buy than on alibaba.com resource.

 

[stl1969]

Thanks for all the suggestions, everyone. I'll stick with this one for now. I just ordered some clearomizers and hopefully I'll be set for awhile.

 

[WCSR]

provari all the way

A Provangelist appeared quickly today...

No doubt...

 

[KimCos]

I now think that a vendor that I have bought a half dozen egos from is selling egos that are not genuine joyetech egos. I will tell you why I thin this. It is because they are offering the new ego-c twist in colors that the joyetech website does not offer them in. When I go to the joyetech website they say they have the twist in black, stainless, pink, and white. That is why I think when I see them offered in lots of other colors I think they must be the knock-offs. If that is not true and someone knows different I would like to know about it.