Nautilus Mini, Aerotank V2 or Aerotank Giant?

[Lwscable]

Sorry if this counts as spam, but it's expanding on another post.

I'm looking for a new tank, ideally for reliability over clouds or flavour, though both of those things are taken into account.
I don't want to move onto rebuildables at this stage, though that may be a step in the future.
Right now, I'm trying to decide between buying a Nautilus Mini, an Aerotank V2 or an Aerotank giant.
Anyone who's tried all 3 and could give comparisons, or anyone who has any of the 3 and could give a review based on their opinions of the tanks.
I'm really looking for the tank that will need the coils replaced the least and will not leak on a large scale, as I'm having huge problems with my current Nautilus needing new coils nearly every day.
I'm open to suggestions of other tanks, though I don't plan to spend much over £50, don't want sub ohm tanks as my mod won't handle it (nor will my battery) and please don't give advise on fixing my nautilus, I'm ready for a change.
Thank you.

 

[ElevenEleven]

In my experience with using the Mini Nautilus and the Aerotank mini, the Aspire tank has the better replaceable atomizers (BVC, not BDC).

 

[Completely Average]

If you don't like your Nautilus you won't like the Nautilus Mini. It's just a smaller version of the same thing and uses the exact same coils.

 

[Lwscable]

If you don't like your Nautilus you won't like the Nautilus Mini. It's just a smaller version of the same thing and uses the exact same coils.

I'm aware if this, but the coils fit more snug in the mini (as the BVC coils were designed for the mini) and therefore are way less prone to flooding/leaking.
I know what the nautlius is like, but don't know about the aerotanks, I was looking for someone to compare.

 

[Lwscable]

In my experience with using the Mini Nautilus and the Aerotank mini, the Aspire tank has the better replaceable atomizers (BVC, not BDC).

Thank you.
How much longer would you say your nautilus coils last than aerotank coils?
Also which would you say produces better vapour and flavour?

 

[Completely Average]

Thank you.
How much longer would you say your nautilus coils last than aerotank coils?
Also which would you say produces better vapour and flavour?

Without a question the Nautilus coils produce both better flavor and better vapor. The Nautilus coils only last half as long as the Aerotank coils do though.

I've got both the Nautilus and the Aerotank. My Aerotank collects dust. I only recommended it because I do not believe you're going to find any difference between the Nautilus and Mini other than the smaller tank. They use the exact same coils which are based on the original Nautilus BDC coil head. The Nautilus BDC and BVC coils use the exact same head, they're just wrapped and wicked differently on the inside. If your problem is the coil itself then changing to the mini won't make any difference. The coils don't fit any more snug in the mini if you're installing the coils right in the full sized Nautilus. You screw the coil into the base until it's snug and then screw the tank down on to the coil until it's snug. Both ends are screwed into place until snug on both tanks. Therefore, the only leaking would be through the wicking material.

 

[Cloudmann]

Sounds like your Nautilus has some bigger issue. The bvc coils should fit just as well as in the mini. The base unit likely has an o ring issue or something. That said, I'd personally choose the Nautilus Mini any day. Those coils should last at least 10 days or so. Maybe all your issues with leakage and coil burnout are just symptoms of a faulty or failing tank. Consider giving the nautilus mini a shot.

 

[Richriv]

When the initial reports about the ceramic filler in the old BVC coils came out, I purchased an Areorank Mega. I had constant dry hits with high VG juice and eventually gave up on it. I'm back to the Nautilus with the new cotton coils.

 

[ElevenEleven]

Thank you.
How much longer would you say your nautilus coils last than aerotank coils?
Also which would you say produces better vapour and flavour?

Lower volts and thinner juice could give you about two weeks per atomizer. The same could be said for Aerotank atomizer, but every time I bought a pack of those there would be at least one bad coil. It just felt like a waste of money.

Vapor production is about the same, though I'd give the edge towards the Nautilus BVC atomizers. Its a smoother draw. Flavor is better with the Mini Nautilus as well.

This is all just my opinion, of course. I hope it helps.

 

[Maiar]

My aerotank mow's are infinitely more reliable than my nautilus' were in regards to maintenance and flooding and leaking. Meaning that they have never once flooded or leaked and my nautilus' seemed to eject juice every 5 minutes from whatever hole was easiest.
On the other hand, a buddy of mine loves his mini nautilus and I've used it, everything does seem to be more snug in there and it's never leaked for either of us. In regards to flavor though, for some reason I get the best flavor out of the single coil protank 2's over anything else I've tried. but they're more finicky with burnt taste and such. As for coil life, the nautilus coils actually are in the same ballpark as the duals from kanger. We can both squeeze a couple weeks out of a single coil. But coils are a crapshoot overall. Some last days, some last weeks. Doesn't even matter which ones they are.

 

[djsvapour]

I will watch this thread with interest.

My initial feeling is that both of the Kangers you mention do not fit your criteria. For me, the coil life is very poor on these products. I have had 8 months flawless performance from Nautilus Minis. (2 weeks vs 4-5 days per replacement atomizer head)

(Are you UK?)

Also, what battery/mod are you using?

Is your existing Nautilus BDC or BVC? What sort of power do you vape at?

Give us some more information, then we'll see what seems logical.

Meanwhile, read the reviews for the "Upgraded Kanger Coils" and see what you think. The words "barge" and "pole" spring to mind.

Upgraded Kanger Dual Coil Head - Accessories

 

[skullblade789]

I have two nautilus minis and they have had no issues of draw or leakage. The coils are kind of finicky but you should be able to buy a 5 pack for like 16 bucks. (At least in my brick and mortar they are). I also put a few drops of liquid in the coils every time I fill up. This just enhances the flavor. (Caveat: do not put too much in the coil or you will have to blow out the rest. LOL, happened to me several times.

 

[emc1]

Im embarrased at how long it took me to realize that my juice killed my coils. I tried diferent tanks and always the same result. once I figured this out my vaping litfe changed. I like long coil life too. I make a metric crapton of money but im a cheapass.

Now im even thinking of going back and giving those devices that I wrote off a second look with juices that I knoW play well with coils.

 

[skullblade789]

emc1 do not be embarrassed. Now what exactly do you mean so everyone can learn from your progress in vaping.

 

[emc1]

My main juice that I really enjoyed gunked up the coils in every device. Because every device is different, the symptoms would change. Decreased vapor. Flooding. Terrible taste. Rising resistance. Day one with a new coil would always be great. After that it was a crapshoot.

I thought to my self...how can everybody love this tank or coil when it sucks for me so bad? Think about it...we are all using different juices. my reccomendation is to suspect your juice when youre having terrible luck with a device everybody loves. Try something different and pay attention.

I ended up just using two juices that I know worked well with anything I used. Vapor for life ry4 and njoy classic tobacco. I could walk into a store, buy and vape. No hassle. No coil killing. Boring? Maybe. But its just tank after tank of chain vaping without any hassle. Now I just make my own juice..haangsen ry1, and it doesnt kill my coils. When doing my diy research here at ecf it was one of the main factors in finding an all day vape that I could brew myself.

These modren tank systems with replaceable heads work freaking awesome. You just have to find a juice that you like that doesnt kill them.

 

[Lwscable]

I will watch this thread with interest.

My initial feeling is that both of the Kangers you mention do not fit your criteria. For me, the coil life is very poor on these products. I have had 8 months flawless performance from Nautilus Minis. (2 weeks vs 4-5 days per replacement atomizer head)

(Are you UK?)

Also, what battery/mod are you using?

Is your existing Nautilus BDC or BVC? What sort of power do you vape at?

Give us some more information, then we'll see what seems logical.

Meanwhile, read the reviews for the "Upgraded Kanger Coils" and see what you think. The words "barge" and "pole" spring to mind.

Upgraded Kanger Dual Coil Head - Accessories

Thank you for all your replies.
I am UK, and I'm using an OMAX mod with 18650 batteries (AW IMR 2000mAh) mainly between 9-11 watts, using 1.8 ohm BVC coils that seem to be be breaking fairly fast for me (1/2 days often).
Some research is suggesting that the nautilus mini's are way more reliable than the normal sized nautilus' so I'll likely just buy one of those (just google nautilus leaking and see the hundreds of results, then google nautilus mini leaking and see that there's only flooded caused by user error). Really I'm just looking for someone to tell me which one they think is best, so I can give it a try.

 

[Lwscable]

I have two nautilus minis and they have had no issues of draw or leakage. The coils are kind of finicky but you should be able to buy a 5 pack for like 16 bucks. (At least in my brick and mortar they are). I also put a few drops of liquid in the coils every time I fill up. This just enhances the flavor. (Caveat: do not put too much in the coil or you will have to blow out the rest. LOL, happened to me several times.

Thank you, I've never tried primer drops because I always leave my coil to soak for a while before use, but these BVC coils seem to still not soak up properly.

 

[djsvapour]

Thank you for all your replies.
I am UK, and I'm using an OMAX mod with 18650 batteries (AW IMR 2000mAh) mainly between 9-11 watts, using 1.8 ohm BVC coils that seem to be be breaking fairly fast for me (1/2 days often).
Some research is suggesting that the nautilus mini's are way more reliable than the normal sized nautilus' so I'll likely just buy one of those (just google nautilus leaking and see the hundreds of results, then google nautilus mini leaking and see that there's only flooded caused by user error). Really I'm just looking for someone to tell me which one they think is best, so I can give it a try.

My opinion (and only my opinion) is that the two Kanger tanks you are looking at are a nice vape, but have rubbish atomizer heads.

If you are vaping at 9-11 watts, then I can't explain why you would have problems with the BVC coils, other than disastrous gurgling...

What seems to be happening to them?

I think we can ignore some/many of the posts about the full-sized Nautilus. It originally came with BDC coils, which were very poor.

My recommendation would be to chance a mini Nautilus and give it a try. You can sell them on easy if you don't like them.

£17.99 should be your target price. Avoid the "usual suspect" stores as well.

 

[djsvapour]

Thank you, I've never tried primer drops because I always leave my coil to soak for a while before use, but these BVC coils seem to still not soak up properly.

Leaving it to sit could take hours.. and might not even work at all. Higher VG juice needs lots of priming.

 

[skullblade789]

You have to prime those coils. That is why everything that you are getting is dry and metallic. When starting a new coil immediately I put 12-15 drops of liquid in them that I am going to vape. Those coils are good usually It is true that I have had a couple I did not prime enough. Try that and you should be solid.