Need help picking a new starter kit

[absoluttalent]

So I am still fairly new to e-cigarettes.
The first one I tried was a Blu Disposable, and I liked the way it worked
Then I tried one of the njoy King disposables, and while the taste was great, the battery died too quickly.
My most recent was I purchased a Blu starter kit (was like $29, came with the slim case/charger). I really liked the way it worked. I liked how the case doubled as a portable charger. What I didnt like is that the pack no longer charges after only 3 weeks. And im waiting to hear back from their customer service about a replacement, but for only $29, im wondering if I should even waste my time waiting.

So I am leaning to buying a new starter kit. And there is so many choices out there, and it is very overwhelming. Especially with the different types of models (401, 808, 510, ego, etc....)

But right now I have narrowed my search down between a Halo G6, V2, and Wetflame Hydro
All of them seem to be similar to what I liked with the Blus with the 2 piece design (screw on the cartridge and go)
I really like the idea of being able to choose 1 automatic and 1 manual battery with the Halo and V2
But the Wetflame Ecto Chiller cart has me intrigued

all 3 seem to have great reviews.
Are they all too similar? Or is one clearly better than the others?

 

[Frenchfry1942]

If you want to leave the "cig-a-likes", I would suggest an eGo-style. Generally, these are the eGo-C Twist and the Vision Spinner. Both are very good and a step up into the vaping world.

Like any vaping system, they are grab and go, too. A little bit of thought/planning is all that is needed.

 

[GreMos90]

Don't get a innokin cool fire II... It looks like a grenade. It's a horrible design the tank that comes with it will eventually leak and it will leak into the device itself and short out the electronics. Happened to mine (my first vape) and my friends.

 

[Rat2chat2]

I started out on cigalikes. Then quickly went to the ego style batteries (which I still have and use) but if I knew then, what I know now.......I would have gone straight for the mvp2. Fantastic battery life and everything just looks and performs well on it. There are so many choices that sometimes it can get overwhelming. I wish you well and look forward to reading about your future success with vaping and what you ended up buying.

 

[Choc_Addic]

Ego batteries (2) with 2 EVod tops..... Is good.
itaste VV v3 (2) with 2 Evods tops ..... Is better.
itaste MVP V2 or VAMO with either of the above batteries for back up and 2 EVODs. Best.

Now.... There are better set ups out there but you will need time and experience to use them. Eg: Mech mods, Kayfun ETC.....

What I have learned for my vaping is that 2 back up is better than 1 back up. No back up is no way!!

 

[chefjoosie]

I have to agree with some of the other posters. If you try the Kanger evod tanks with with an ego style battery you'll wonder how you were ever satisfied with the cigalikes.

As for a "starter kit" I'd suggest 2 kanger evod tanks, a 5 pack of replacement heads for them, an ego-C twist or spinner battery(a good choice both for battery life, and so you can make it work well with any ohm rating replacement heads you happen to pick up) and a charger.

 

[chefjoosie]

I have 9 mods right now, and more tanks/cartos/atomizers than I'd care to admit, but more often than not when I leave the house I grab my ego-C twist and a Kanger evod tank.

 

[kiwivap]

So I am still fairly new to e-cigarettes.
The first one I tried was a Blu Disposable, and I liked the way it worked
Then I tried one of the Njoy King disposables, and while the taste was great, the battery died too quickly.
My most recent was I purchased a Blu starter kit (was like $29, came with the slim case/charger). I really liked the way it worked. I liked how the case doubled as a portable charger. What I didnt like is that the pack no longer charges after only 3 weeks. And im waiting to hear back from their customer service about a replacement, but for only $29, im wondering if I should even waste my time waiting.

So I am leaning to buying a new starter kit. And there is so many choices out there, and it is very overwhelming. Especially with the different types of models (401, 808, 510, ego, etc....)

But right now I have narrowed my search down between a Halo G6, V2, and Wetflame Hydro
All of them seem to be similar to what I liked with the Blus with the 2 piece design (screw on the cartridge and go)
I really like the idea of being able to choose 1 automatic and 1 manual battery with the Halo and V2
But the Wetflame Ecto Chiller cart has me intrigued

all 3 seem to have great reviews.
Are they all too similar? Or is one clearly better than the others?

Hiya - a lot of folk here use slightly bigger - or a lot bigger - gear than the ones you mentioned. I don't know all those brands you mentioned personally. I've seen some good reports for Halo here.

There are some bigger ecigs called ego which are hugely popular. They are about the size of a Sharpie pen. Some of these allow you to have some temperature control. The Innokin vv3, Vision Spinner and Ego twist are some examples. They have longer battery life than the smaller ecigs. Something to think about maybe. Good luck with your decision.

 

[FallenRawToast]

I went with halo as my starter kit, got the Triton instead of the G6. Because I liked the tank idea, and I didnt want an automatic battery setup.

I have been very happy with their product, it works!! Their customer service is good, their supplier rep here on the forums is pretty active and willing to make things right when something happens. Their juices are very nice too.

The only drawback is that the Halo systems are 808 and most of the high end stuff that you will eventually want to grow into is 510.

All that said, any friend of mine, looking to leave ciggies behind, I would refer them to Halo as their "gateway" to vaping.

 

[CreepyLady]

If you want the "more power" factor of an eGo style but want to keep it as small as possible, you can do a kit like this Smok Mini eGo Express Kit and add a spare larger battery for when you are not "out and about" (still small, cigar sized for the bigger battery) Gun Metal eGo Battery, 900 mAh.

Regardless of what you pick out in the end, you will want a minimum of 2 batteries, 4 or 5 refillable tanks and 5 or more spare coils (or 10+ prefilled cartos) 2 chargers and 20-50mls of liquid if you dont get prefilled.

The biggest trick or tip is to have spares of EVERYTHING, that way *if* you have a crisis and something breaks you still have an alternative to keep you away from smokes.

 

[Rickajho]

Blu has been getting a lot on bad press on ECF regarding quality control problems and based on your report it doesn't sounds like things are improving. DOA chargers or chargers not lasting a month are common complaints. Still, if you can get them to replace it at no charge - why not?

The issue I have with your other choices is they are all 808 threaded devices. That will mean paying a premium for anything you attach to those batteries. 808 has a very small market share, stuff costs more because of that, gives you fewer options, and can be harder to find. Just be aware what you are getting into.

 

[kiwivap]

The issue I have with your other choices is they are all 808 threaded devices. That will mean paying a premium for anything you attach to those batteries. 808 has a very small market share, stuff costs more because of that, gives you fewer options, and can be harder to find. Just be aware what you are getting into.

I'd say yes and no on that Rick. Some of the 808 brand names yes, they are a bit up on price. But then Kanger 808 cartomizers can be found for a very good price. I've often bought them - I like the bottom coils and they are good quality. There's not as much variety with 808 I agree - but for cigalikes there's enough for entry level vaping.

For their 808 vv Spinners and ego size Smokeless Image have a range of clearos now - iclears, vivis etc.. More than when I last used them.

 

[Lurch]

Pardon me if you already have this knowledge, but just to make sure you understand what many of the others are referring to when talking about 808 vs. 510 connections.

The tanks that hold your juice (clearo, carts, etc.) hook onto a battery via an 808 or 510 treaded connection. As mentioned the 510 seems to be the most "popular" method for these devices (by popular, I mean that there are more choices in the 510).

Hope that is helpful and that you enjoy your new experiences in the vaping world!

 

[Thebay]

Innokin iTaste VV v3 with 5 iClear16 ! best buy for beginners. puff counter, variable voltage & watt . what more can you ask for 50$ just buy some Ejuice and you are good to go.

 

[absoluttalent]

Pardon me if you already have this knowledge, but just to make sure you understand what many of the others are referring to when talking about 808 vs. 510 connections.

The tanks that hold your juice (clearo, carts, etc.) hook onto a battery via an 808 or 510 treaded connection. As mentioned the 510 seems to be the most "popular" method for these devices (by popular, I mean that there are more choices in the 510).

Thank you, wasnt aware that the numbers were referring to threading. That seems to make things a bit easier to understand.

Thanks for all the advice and recommendations. I am going to look at the other ones you guys mentioned.
I still would prefer to stick with the smaller ones like the Halo for now.
I feel I should also mention, I have not been a smoker in almost 3 years (quit just after my son was born). This is more of a "while I am drinking" thing. So its not like I am constantly using the thing.

 

[LAwaters]

I went with the Halo G6 starter kit and loved it. My kit choice was also one manual and one auto, 78mm. Since I was newly off cigs, I used them a lot, and found the battery life to be decent. (Halo recommends an initial 8 hr charge, which tested my patience but I did it.) If you are using it occasionally, the battery life will meet your needs. (I was chain vaping, so I also bought the 102mm manual battery.)

Halo flavors are excellent too, especially in the mini-tanks. You can find flavor review threads here: ECF Halo sub-forum. Might help you choose the pre-filled cartos for your kit.

The cartos are very good, and even though I moved up quickly to the Triton, I still use the cartos now and then. Refilling them can be tricky to know how much juice to add, but you will get the hang of it.

I love my Triton, but I do still use the G6. The batteries have a nice rubberized texture, and a sleek look! Customer service is great - very responsive when I have needed help.

Good luck! And welcome to ECF!

 

[v1k1ng1001]

Best kit that I can think of this Innokin itaste vv v3.0 w/out the clearomizers:

$24.88 Authentic Innokin iTaste VV V3.0 VV / VW 800mAh Rechargeable Battery - w/ charging cable at FastTech - Worldwide Free Shipping

And instead of the clearomizers pick up a couple of these:

$11.95 Authentic Mini Protank-II BCC Clearomizer (1.0-1.5mL) - translucent / 2.5ohm / extra coil head at FastTech - Worldwide Free Shipping


Now if you want a bigger, better version of the v3.0 that has better battery life and will be more versatile over the long run (and you don't mind a box), get this MVP:

$45.16 Authentic Innokin iTaste MVP Variable Voltage APV Starter Kit - silver / 2.7

 

[djsvapour]

As much as this comment hurts me.

Buy an 808 cig-a-like system. OR a Joyetech e-Roll.

(If you're not a smoker, you'll be fine).

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Has hell just frozen over?.... LOL...

 

[glointhedark]

My daughter and I quit smoking 7-8 years ago. Around 2 or so years ago, stress and cravings were getting the better of us, and we were thinking about starting to smoke again. My daughter had heard about ecigarettes somewhere, and we started checking them out. Got a couple of Blu disposables to see if they would stop the cravings, and boy, did they ever. Got ourselves a couple of Blu starter kits. Quality control was not consistent - my daughter's charging case died, they replaced it, it died again. The flip top broke on my case. We started having problems with their prefilled cartos. This was all going on around the time that Lorillard was taking over Blu. We got different cigalike sets (from VaporNine, now New Leaf), and did not look back. The cigalikes did the job for us. We have not thought about going back to smoking since we started using ecigs. We just (about 2 months ago) stopped using the cigalikes in favor of Kanger Evod setups, mainly so that we could use eliquids that clogged our cartos - got tired of having to throw away cartos after just a few uses. With the Evods, at least we can clean the heads a few times before having to put new ones in. Point I am trying to make is that the cigalikes worked for us to keep us from going back to smoking. Good luck to you. From what I have seen here on ECF, Halo has good quality products.

 

[djsvapour]

Njoy disposable UK price. £5.99 (not a bad disposable)

E-lites cartomizer price £3.99 ($6.70... for ONE)

Nicolites/skycig cartomizer £2.00

Kanger 808 cartomizer (from the right vendor) £0.99p

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Which is best if you use just one a day? The one that costs £365 per year or £2,190 per year? (the £365 one....)

It's madness.