Is there an e cigarette that wont break on me?

[Pirate]

For beginners, I'd suggest a simple ecig to get a feel for it and see if you like it. Then dive head first if you wish once you get a feel for it. However, give it some time after your first one. You may go through two or three until you find one you really like.

I started out on the Smoke51 unit. Good for beginners, not for those with experience on a wetbox. The eCigs that have a battery and use disposable carts are a good start. The Smoke51 now TWICE has gone bad on the larger battery. This time it didn't even last 2 charges. First time it lasted awhile.

Good luck, and welcome to the ecig world.

 

[AlmightyGod]

I'm a 510 hater and an E9 (KR808D-2) lover.
Advice on this is like a--holes...everybody has their own & no two are the same!!!

 

[novice]

ive used the 510 autos, they lasted about 5 months before both batterys glitched out and wouldnt shut off. Right now I am using a 510 manual and it has proven to work amazing. The biggest thing to remeber is quickly remove any extra juice from the battery contacts if you get any on them. It could cause corrosion and a short in the battery and then its a bad day. I usually also unscrew the cart/atomizer when not in use just as an added precaution against glitches.

 

[Brat]

If you're planning on getting the 510 (which I have as well) I highly suggest getting the manual as said above. I couldn't imagine if the auto glitched out on me and wouldn't turn off...that'd just make me cry I think. But with the 510 as also suggested you are going to have to learn all about atty cleaning. It's not that hard...but to keep the clouds of smoke you want...it's gotta be done

 

[Beachlover]

I have several models some of which are listed above...the KR808D-1 is my favorite from Vapor4Life. I have the XL manual and it is the only one that does not leave me craving for an analog. I love this one so much I even ordered extra batteries and cartos to have on hand so I never run out. I buy the blank cartos so I can fill them with my own juice. Very economical and Vapor4Life has a sale going on right now...the one listed above extended at least through tonight.

 

[StarsAndBars]

+1 for mechanical mod. There is nothing to break. True, it is quite larger than a cig-a-like device, which may be enough to steer you away. At least that's how I felt for a long time. Months later, I'd had it with constantly charging batteries, so I got an Icon. It is actually quite small in comparison to a lot of mods. Not trying to sell you one, as there are probably even smaller ones out there, but I wish it had been the first device I got (been through a few) If you really want to stick with a smaller device, I would also recommend a Janty Dura C XL. Its the same thing as Joye 510, Yeti, crap, I dunno what else. It just has a slightly longer battery, and a bit more battery life. I would say 2 batteries last me 1 full day. It has always been very dependable, and I still like it very much.

 

[BestLion]

Best bang for the buck is the 510 Yeti..and replacement parts are cheap.. 36.99 for a starter kit with 2 atomizers-2 battery and the plugs and all. Great price great device! i also like my ecigar it give a great vapor and works great for smoking my Cigar flavors like Blackbeard Revenge! Yummy!

 

[markfm]

Just to clarify -- I have actually owned and used the No.7.

It's an RN4081, not that popular but by no means utter garbage. Battery life wasn't all that great, but neither was it horrible, and it is a lithium based battery, same as the more popular ones, not something that goes bad after just a few charge cycles (beyond early life failures that do occur, including in the more popular models).

If you're looking for longer run time between recharges, the standard 510 might not represent much improvement. The standard 4081 battery is 180 mAh, same as the standard 510 battery -- for a given resistance atomizer you can expect the same run time. The mega 510 comes in at 280 mAh, directly equating to longer run time. eGo and Riva 510 connector batteries start at 650 mAh, a big jump in run time.

In the KR808D-1 (808), the 2 piece I went to, standard battery is 280 mAh, and higher voltage than the 510 family, which equates to warmer/more vapor. The XL or Mega 808 battery is 380 mAh (longer runtime). Right now I'm using a G400 808 battery, 900 mAh.

The higher voltage and extended runtime of an 808 compared to my SS No. 7 made a huge difference to me (plus switching to higher mg liquid). Also, parts are generally lower cost, lots of choices of sellers.

The bigger battery 510 connector models are also quite popular, with people choosing the standard 510, or standard 808, for situations where they care about a more cigarette-looking unit (willing to accept the shorter run time).
Good luck!

 

[Mike_1965]

I ordered from 2 places at the same time so that I could compare and decide which was better. I got a KR808D-1 starter kit from one place and an E9 starter kit from another. The E9 kit was much cheaper so I got 2 extra batteries and some extra carts too. I now wish I would have just put all the money to the KR808D-1. While I got more for my money with the E9, (carry case, fancy box etc.) sometimes more is less. There are a few little things that I noticed right away. The vinyl covering on the carts of the E9 are all lifted at the seam and it scrapes my lips, I just peeled them off and went raw stainless...no big deal but worth mentioning. While both make good vapor, the KR808D-1 produces a bigger throat hit, even when using the same juice (don't know why, but its true). One E9 battery wont vape...it lights, it charges, but no vape with any cart (weird). I also notice that some E9 carts vape better than others...maybe they need to be broken in but I find myself trying several to get a good one that gives me a good hit. The KR808D-1's seem to be more consistent (although I do have one cart that will not vape).
All tallied, the KR808D-1 just comes out a little better...even if the cost is higher. It seems that you get what you pay for. I will try to use up my E9 stuff, but I won't buy them again, I will only buy KR808D-1 stuff from here on. That's my 2 cents, maybe it will help someone.
-Mike

 

[FeistyAlice]

Lots of info here. The main thing (but not limited to but won't go into other things) I will say for longevity of any battery on a cig or pen style is to stick with a manual battery. My DH uses 801, auto battery only. The auto batteries have to have air flow through them (there may be exceptions) so they are prone to, also, getting any leaked juice down into the battery. That can mean quick failure.

For DH's auto batteries (he has 10 and goes through at least five a day). Before I put them on the chargers I give them several wrist flicks, screw end down, two or three suctions with a modified baby bulb syringe, a good wipe of the inside contact and the screw threads, then they go on the charger. Every few times I gently probe into the battery hole with the small end of a flat toothpick to make sure the "flap" is moving (the holes on some batteries are too small to do this). That's a hassle but it's for my honey. With the manual battery all you really need to do is give the business end a good wipe before putting on charger and an occasional cleanup with alcohol.

If you prefer the auto cig/pen style the best thing to do is to be OCD about keeping any juice out of the battery. I'm a major mod girl, especially the Reo, but I do frequently use eGo, manual, and the ecig I started with, pink 4081, auto. It gives off great taste and vapor, the batteries last a good amount of time, and it is stealthy, and slips easily into a pocket as it is short. The 4081 is easily overlooked by all the new finagled styles coming on the market but there is a dedicated group of people who still love and appreciate them.

Alice

 

[leannebug]

In a word.. no.



They all have good points and bad. I've tried quite a few of them 306,510,901,801,808, upteen mods, carts, cartos, drip tips, .. the works. You will get many different recommendations and gotta do this.. and must try that. It all boils down to what works for YOU. My advice is to read some of the tutorials, get an idea of what the different models do, and then research which brands are best (in that particular model). Then go from there. Some brands are better.. but you need to choose a model first.

Best of luck! Have fun.. and remember.. these are (for the most part) disposable.. so they will break from time to time!