New ego VV?

[ricks]

Anyone try this one? eGo 900mah Variable Voltage

 

[Orobas]

I've seen reviews on it. I fail to see the point of the battery being separate if it's not really giving you any more vape time.

 

[Jimi D.]

I wonder how durable that switch is, and how many amps.

 

[AttyPops]

Yeah. In general, I like replaceable battery mods (I use box mods). A lot easier to replace a $5.00 battery if it fails and have spares.

OTOH that unit is bigger due to the readout and electronics. So it's a matter of preference (and reviews/results). The comments concern me about amperage limit Jimi D. Seems to not handle some stuff well per the description. IDK why they would say that other than amp limit.

Appears to be a booster since it goes to 6 volts. Surprising that they did it with a 14500 sized battery. And they didn't say IMR either. Hmmmm.

 

[LucentShadow]

I just saw it yesterday. I like the idea of the replaceable battery, but it looks extremely long to me. I'd like to know how long it is.

I don't like any ego that's longer than a 650mah Joye twist, really. Not very shirt pocket friendly.

 

[Aoi~]

Pbusardo did a review on one of these. He showed size comparisons too

 

[balbrt1]

I am new to VV too. Got my Ego-Twist with a mini vivi nova on it vaping HHV's Tuscan Cocoa and I am in love. HHV's juices are good but even better with the twist and vivi nova. Personally I have had Ego's for the last few months but a "good" VV makes all the difference. I would suggest a name brand.

 

[Underwhelmed]

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Appears to be a booster since it goes to 6 volts. Surprising that they did it with a 14500 sized battery. And they didn't say IMR either. Hmmmm.

There are new 14500 sized L-Rider tubes coming soon as well. Same specs as a full sized as far as amp limit, ohm reading, 3-6 volts, etc. They are anodized aluminum, and come in round or square tube.

I've seen some of these kits lately including either cheap flat top ICR or IMR batteries.

 

[cedric212]

Yep, purchased one for $31 shipped after shorted out both my EgoTwists. Not sure why it isn't getting much attention in ECF...but come on, an Ego style VV APV should be a no brainer. PBusardo did a review a while back and the unit was sold out at two different venders on the same day (could just be a coincidence). While it functions just as well as an EgoTwist, the only draw back is the length: Super Ego VV + Vivi Nova = ~7 inch (21 cm).

Positive:
3-6V VV - need IMR battery to go beyond 5V
LCD - decent contrast, easy to navigate, shows puff counter (useless) and battery meter
Replaceable 14500 battery - forget about purchasing another one of those EgoTwist/KgoVV/Spinner 'disposable' batteries
Cost - $31 shipped and comes with a ICR14500 battery compared to ~$20-$25 EgoTwist/KgoVV/Spinner
Charger - can use your Ego charger to charge the device (avoid if using IMR batteries)

Negative:
Build quality - some sounds coming for the inner chamber behind the LCD when twirling the tip (I chain vape a lot). It's probably just loose wires connecting the microchip to the connector, it doesn't influence the performance of the device but does make you question the built quality. The threading for the battery chamber looks like it can be easily worn out, definitely something to look out for when swapping out batteries (spring loaded).
Safety - so far only the devices being sold by countryroadvaping.com comes with vent holes, not an issue since you can drill your own.

Overall, I'm satisfy with my purchase. At this point, I consider the best bang for the buck, that is, until something better and cheaper come along, LOL.

Ego 14500 VV (Stainless Steel)
eGo VV, Super eGo VV, 6v eGo, Super eGo VV 14500, 14500 eGo, eGo 14500 VV | Country Road Vaping

A PBusardo Review - Super eGo VV 14500 - YouTube

 

[dragonrage]

A PBusardo Review - Super eGo VV 14500 - YouTube