NOT EVOLV DNA!!! Pls suggest single 18650 USB charge, simple buttons, possible TC. thanks

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cartman2

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not DNA brand... their 'safe for USB charging" ended up always the circuit failed for me and had to warranty and it just bricks/glitches again etc and I did nothing wrong and it is known that these circuits fry and are on ebay with the same testimony selling many.

The DNAs DID evenly charge 2 or 3 cells confirmed by escibe and an external nitecore but with just 1 cell it's supposed to be safe for pretty much any mod to USB charge.

For now I'm just looking for small 18650 pocket MOD.

tanks, I have several small MTL tanks like kayfun clone and then larger RTAs like aromamizer and some sizes in between. aromamizer is too big for the small pocket mod I'm looking to buy but maybe later I'll get a non-DNA dual cell MOD for that for home use and either trust their USB charging if advertised or use the nitecore.

One thing is no leather recommendations please.

so I've been looking and really I don't have much preference except for small pocket size and ease of use but some have like just 1 or 2 buttons but they also have TC etc so I don't want any complicated menu diving or button combinations to memorize.
I basically just vape kanthal small coils at only like 10 watts but I don't like kanthal's slow ramp up time and never got to programming a power curve or anything in escribe nor did I get around to using TC but I have SS clapton and small round wire for that but for now I'm also ok with just something that has just wattage mode for simplicty. I mean these mods some are only like $20 on fasttech so I'm ok with upgrading later and having a backup, but for brands maybe someone's boards are better more reliable etc than others especially if USB charged or other useful features but not overly complicated features because I want to keep it very simple to start. thanks you.
 
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Izan

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im thinking sub $100 tho
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Anything else we should consider when making suggestions?
All I got was: A simple, onboard 18650 charging, non DNA, leather free, TC capable, small unit and now less than $100.

No side buttons?
No bottom/top display?
No non-clicky buttons?
No Yihi joysticks?
no rattley buttons?
No plastic buttons/bodies?
USB: micro or C?
What finish are you ISO? blasted, matte, polished, painted, plated, Zen coated?
Colors?
Water/dust/shock proof?
Weight?
Are you left handed?
Color display?
Warranty?
Parts and service options VS Chinese "Buy new" approach?
Local vendor or on-line? In country or international ?
Are you in a state/country/region with restrictive vape/e cigarette laws?

We will get you sorted...
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cartman2

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those are good questions, a good copy paste I guess for 'which mod' threads. I thought you were trolling at first but hopefully not, so



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Anything else we should consider when making suggestions?
All I got was: A simple, onboard 18650 charging, non DNA, leather free, TC capable, small unit and now less than $100.

No side buttons? no preference
No bottom/top display? ya, preferably not top/bottom
No non-clicky buttons? no preference
No Yihi joysticks? no thanks
no rattley buttons? no preference
No plastic buttons/bodies? no preference
USB: micro or C? no preference but have micros already and no Cs.
What finish are you ISO? blasted, matte, polished, painted, plated, Zen coated? prefer something with a little grip but overall not deciding factor if other features are preferred.
Colors? not pink/girl colors/patterns
Water/dust/shock proof? water resistant preferred over the others which would also be good too though.
Weight? no preference
Are you left handed? no
Color display? no preference
Warranty? no preference
Parts and service options VS Chinese "Buy new" approach? no preference
Local vendor or on-line? In country or international ? online only
Are you in a state/country/region with restrictive vape/e cigarette laws? New Jersey

We will get you sorted...
Cheers
I
 
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My Freemax Maxus Solo 100W kit is working very well for me. I use the mod a lot in reviews that I write, and I use it with my DC gen2 dry herb atomizer as it has both TC and TCRs. It is a 18650/21700 single cell device.

Ignore my RTA on the mod. I'm currently testing it lol

This is the mod:










The buttons are satisfying and clicky, there is a sliding lock on the side for when you want to pocket it, no need to worry about misfires. The mod is made for both 18650 and 21700 so it is a little taller than 18650 only mods, but gives you the option to upgrade your battery later. It comes with a 18650 adapter and a subohm tank and if i remember correctly 2 coils, but thats if you buy the full kit rather than just the mod. I know this is a relatively inexpensive mod. And it is made of metal and plastic (the front screen and back where it lights up. Also, it has RGB lighting that can be turned on and off.

Hope this helps a bit. I love this device, hence why I use it a lot in reviews lol
 
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those are good questions, a good copy paste I guess for 'which mod' threads. I thought you were trolling at first but hopefully not, so
Proper! Gracias!

You started your post mentioning DNA/Evolv and those are rarely sub $100 devices so I to started at that level, and well, the Dani just rocks!


Have a look at this review.

It almost ticks all the boxes, but is 21700 based and USB C.
While I don't use mine often, (in an AIO rabbit hole at present) after much hand wringing and device fondling at the local vape shop, the solo has taken it's place as a replacement for my regulated 510 needs.
RIP 2015 Pico --- :( :(



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Lost Vape Hyperion DNA 100C
I know you aren't enthused about DNA.
I've had two of these as my primary mods for around a year I'd guess.
Bought a USB-C charger. One is setting on the charger while the other is happily vaping.
These two mods have been to a couple of continents, all over North America, in planes, trains, and automobiles. Mountain tops, deserts.
I've had exactly zero issues with them.
I think they are now selling for ~100 USD
 
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