Little itty bitty mods under $100.

[Katdarling]

Hello lovie dovies.

I would like to thank vjdossey for some input on the egrip's battery. I've updated THE Sheet.

If any of you see changes that need to be made, by all means let me know. You can actually right click on the cell that you think is in question, and then choose "Insert comment". I will see it when I check.



(duh.... you're not gonna see it until you check, KD!)

 

[KTMRider]

Authentic hana modz Mini DNA30 dropped to $99.

https://www.hanamodz.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=66&products_id=187

 

[mudram99]

Is it just me or are we headed towards a mod that doubles as a mp3 player too? 2015 SMOKJOY the newest box mod Ivapor 50W with big LED display

 

[aldenf]

Phil Busardo's long-awaited istick 50W review has landed...

 

[tearose50]

Is it just me or are we headed towards a mod that doubles as a mp3 player too? 2015 SMOKJOY the newest box mod Ivapor 50W with big LED display

How about wifi capable and some handy dandy apps?

 

[lefty23]

I just wanted to say I'm glad I found this thread. I was sick of lugging my big APV around when I would go out, so I ended up investing in a couple ego twist style VV/VW batteries for when I go out. It was ok for awhile, but I got spoiled and they just didn't cut it anymore. I went out drinking with my brother last night (still hurting from it, I'm squinting at the screen as I type this) and brought my Tesla out with me. I was thinking "I'm glad I did this, but I wish there was something that delivered the kind of power of my Tesla but wasn't quite so bulky." And voila, here's this thread, which I plan on consulting often. Thanks for all the info guys, as always you've been of great help; especially you, katdarling for starting this thread. Keep up the good work.

 

[Katdarling]

Phil Busardo's long -awaited iStick 50W review has landed...

Thanks, alden! (and FTFY)

(and Philipo, should you see this, you know I'm teasing you.)

I just wanted to say I'm glad I found this thread. I was sick of lugging my big APV around when I would go out, so I ended up investing in a couple ego twist style VV/VW batteries for when I go out. It was ok for awhile, but I got spoiled and they just didn't cut it anymore. I went out drinking with my brother last night (still hurting from it, I'm squinting at the screen as I type this) and brought my Tesla out with me. I was thinking "I'm glad I did this, but I wish there was something that delivered the kind of power of my Tesla but wasn't quite so bulky." And voila, here's this thread, which I plan on consulting often. Thanks for all the info guys, as always you've been of great help; especially you, katdarling for starting this thread. Keep up the good work.

Welcome lefty.... you've certainly come to the right place! I'm pretty sure you'll find something in the SMALL BOXER arena around here, and there is LOTS of help here as well.

And it was my pleasure, truly.

 

[gerrymi]

Heatvape Defender

Vapor Beast for $43.64 with coupon code “YEAHBABY” for 10% off:

http://www.vaporbeast.com/heatvape-defender-mini-box-mod.html?acc=c9f0f895fb98ab9159f51fd0297e236d

3Avape (China) for $35 bucks:

Heatvape Defender - $35.00 : 3Avape, Wholesale & Retail

 

[Katdarling]

Heatvape Defender

Vapor Beast for $43.64 with coupon code “YEAHBABY” for 10% off:

http://www.vaporbeast.com/heatvape-defender-mini-box-mod.html?acc=c9f0f895fb98ab9159f51fd0297e236d

3Avape (China) for $35 bucks:

Heatvape Defender - $35.00 : 3Avape, Wholesale & Retail

Yeah, Baby! Thanks, Gerry!

 

[clnire]

Mine Defender is waiting for me at the post office. My 2 50 watt isticks will probably be there too when I get home Monday. Squeeeeeeeee! Sorry, excitement "can't help it" s

 

[Katdarling]

The Heatvape Defender.

Where is Kent C?


(old timers will get that)

 

[brekec88]

Vapor Shark DNA Batteries and Accessories | VaporShark.com VS DNA 30 $70

 

[rhammer186]

Question::

I am looking through the Google spreadsheet and noticed that the SMY35 box mod is listed as having a replaceable battery. When I went online to look for it, I see that it has a 2200 mah internal battery. Is this the same one?

Price and mod number appears to be the same.

 

[Kent C]

The Heatvape Defender.

Where is Kent C?


(old timers will get that)

Lol... Still going strong - both the Defender and Kent C

Took mine on vacation and it rarely left my hand. Had it for a month. No issues at all... good batt life. And the adapter on this one (which is the difference in height from the istick) is solid and unique in that you can just turn it upside down to accommodate ego threaded cartos.

Since I only have one, I photoshopped both uses of the adapter - first with the emow mega and to the right with the T3S. The knurled part of the T3S is in a well, cutting down total height. Rounded on both sides like the istick 50 now, it's a tad wider than the istick 30. Threading solid ss and easy. There is no adjusting the wattage as with the istick 20W - seems true RMS but haven't verified that, but enough experience with the coils I'm using and the flavors that they run true as an RMS PV. I also have a VS rDNA-40 and the Defender feels better in hand than any other, istick 30 close, but the extra width on the defender (and both sides curved) makes for no adjustment of my hand (medium size)for firing the button.

 

[billherbst]

Question::

I am looking through the Google spreadsheet and noticed that the SMY35 box mod is listed as having a replaceable battery. When I went online to look for it, I see that it has a 2200 mah internal battery. Is this the same one?

Price and mod number appears to be the same.

Spec sheet from SMY states that the 35W box comes with a Sanyo 18650 installed and shows it to be a Sanyo INR18650 20R, which is 2200mAh. So, it is an internal 2200mAh battery, but it's not a soldered LiPo and can be replaced by the user. It's designed to be USB-charged through the micro-USB port on the bottom plate, however, rather than swapping out the batteries. To replace the battery, four hex screws must be removed from the bottom plate.

SMY35 box mod specs from the Simeiyue web site

 

[rhammer186]

Spec sheet from SMY states that the 35W box comes with a Sanyo 18650 installed and shows it to be a Sanyo INR18650 20R, which is 2200mAh. So, it is an internal 2200mAh battery, but it's not a soldered LiPo and can be replaced by the user. It's designed to be USB-charged through the micro-USB port on the bottom plate, however, rather than swapping out the batteries. To replace the battery, four hex screws must be removed from the bottom plate.

SMY35 box mod specs from the Simeiyue web site

Thank you for clearing up my confusion!!!

Im new to the higher wattage/sub ohm compatible mods and cant decide between the SMY35, Istick 30 or 50 and the SIGELEI MINI 30W. I dont have a lot of money to spend but Accuracy and durability is key too me.

Of the 4, is there one that stands out the most?

Thanks again.

 

[Katdarling]

Lol... Still going strong - both the Defender and Kent C

Took mine on vacation and it rarely left my hand. Had it for a month. No issues at all... good batt life. And the adapter on this one (which is the difference in height from the istick) is solid and unique in that you can just turn it upside down to accommodate ego threaded cartos.

Since I only have one, I photoshopped both uses of the adapter - first with the emow mega and to the right with the T3S. The knurled part of the T3S is in a well, cutting down total height. Rounded on both sides like the istick 50 now, it's a tad wider than the istick 30. Threading solid ss and easy. There is no adjusting the wattage as with the istick 20W - seems true RMS but haven't verified that, but enough experience with the coils I'm using and the flavors that they run true as an RMS PV. I also have a VS rDNA-40 and the Defender feels better in hand than any other, istick 30 close, but the extra width on the defender (and both sides curved) makes for no adjustment of my hand (medium size)for firing the button.

Great pics, and review! Thank you, Kent.

 

[aldenf]

Thank you for clearing up my confusion!!!

Im new to the higher wattage/sub ohm compatible mods and cant decide between the SMY35, Istick 30 or 50 and the SIGELEI MINI 30W. I dont have a lot of money to spend but Accuracy and durability is key too me.

Of the 4, is there one that stands out the most?

Thanks again.

It really depends on what and how you vape and your preferences and expectations...

From smaller to larger height:

iStick 30W
iStick 50W (though a bit wider)
Defender
Sigelei Mini
SMY35

The first 3 have integrated Li-Po batteries that are not technically user-replaceable. But they can be replaced with a little skill.
The Sigelei uses an easily swappable 18650 Li-Ion of your choice.
The SMY has a user-replaceable 18650 Li-Ion included. But it's not easily swappable on the go.

Do you need 50W of Power? If so, you have only one choice. But the battery life is great regardless.

Are you vaping BELOW .5Ω (.4Ω for iStick 30W)? Then the iStick 50W and SMY35 are your only choices.

Do you use ego-threaded attys a lot? If so, the Defender seems a natural choice.

Do you have smaller hands and/or prefer a stealthier mod? If so, the iStick 30W is your baby with the Defender and iStick 50W following.

The Sigelei comes with a silicone sleeve included, has 5 user-programmable power presets and a DC pass-through (mechanical) mode.

Do you already have a stash of 18650s? If not, a couple of batteries and a good charger are going to cost an additional $30.

Personally, the SMY, at 100mm tall, is too big for my preferences.

As for price, the Sigelei is a couple $ more than the iStick 30W. The Defender sits between them but hasn't been seen yet at US vendors.

The SMY35 is sitting about the same price as the iStick 50W ($45-50)

I have only seen reviews for the iSticks, Defender and Sigelei. I have seen no accuracy testing for anything but the iSticks.

If I HAD to have an on-the-go swappable battery, the Sigelei (along with the Cloupor Mini) is the way to go.

I would most certainly choose the iStick 50W over the SMY35.

I'm sitting here chain-vaping my iStick 30W and loving it.


I'm sure there are other considerations. But I hope this helps.



Good luck!

 

[rhammer186]

It really depends on what and how you vape and your preferences and expectations...

From smaller to larger height:

iStick 30W
iStick 50W (though a bit wider)
Defender
Sigelei Mini
SMY35

The first 3 have integrated Li-Po batteries that are not technically user-replaceable. But they can be replaced with a little skill.
The Sigelei uses an easily swappable 18650 Li-Ion of your choice.
The SMY has a user-replaceable 18650 Li-Ion included. But it's not easily swappable on the go.

Do you need 50W of Power? If so, you have only one choice. But the battery life is great regardless.

Are you vaping BELOW .5Ω (.4Ω for iStick 30W)? Then the iStick 50W and SMY35 are your only choices.

Do you use ego-threaded attys a lot? If so, the Defender seems a natural choice.

Do you have smaller hands and/or prefer a stealthier mod? If so, the iStick 30W is your baby with the Defender and iStick 50W following.

The Sigelei comes with a silicone sleeve included, has 5 user-programmable power presets and a DC pass-through (mechanical) mode.

Do you already have a stash of 18650s? If not, a couple of batteries and a good charger is going to cost an additional $30.

Personally, the SMY, at 100mm tall, is too big for my preferences.

As for price, the Sigelei is a couple $ more than the iStick 30W. The Defender sits between them but hasn't been seen yet at US vendors.

The SMY35 is sitting about the same price as the iStick 50W ($45-50)

I have only seen reviews for the iSticks, Defender and Sigelei. I have seen no accuracy testing for anything but the iSticks.

If I HAD to have an on-the-go swappable battery, the Sigelei (along with the Cloupor Mini) is the way to go.

I would most certainly choose the iStick 50W over the SMY35.

I'm sitting here with chain-vaping my iStick 30W and loving it.


I'm sure there are other considerations. But I hope this helps.



Good luck!

Thank you so much. I dint really intend to use above 30 watts.

It would be for the Atlantis, subtank or melo!!

The battery life is why the istick 50 is on the list

 

[aldenf]

Thank you so much. I dint really intend to use above 30 watts.

It would be for the Atlantis, subtank or melo!!

The battery life is why the istick 50 is on the list

The SubTanks are great with 30W devices. The Melo is happy with 30W but vapes to 40W (vape gets warmer above 30W). The Atlantis seems to like GREATER than 30W (up to 40-45W).

The iStick 50W would run all three of these clearos very well and have great battery life to boot.

The iStick 30W or Sigelei Mini with a SubTank Mini/Nano would be a really nice setup.


Unless you want a truly tiny mod or need a swappable battery, consider the iStick 50W. People are really loving it.