Provari mini or?

[BK272]

Trying to decide if I should get the provari mini or the regular size. Also should I get the extension cap or be happy with the regular battery? The starter kit comes with two batts so one can charge while I use the other.

 

[ClaireW]

Been thinking this myself - tagged this thread. Interested to read feedback

 

[Volcanoboy]

I prefer the mini due to the size. Can get the extension cap if you need longer life for certain occasions but I've never had the need for one. I have 2 batteries for it tho so when one runs out ill put a fresh one in and the old one in the charger. batteries charge a lot faster than I can drain one..

 

[BK272]

How long does the batt last on the mini? Does the charger have a USB adapter or just 120v? Thanks for the replies.

 

[Thin]

I find the opposite of Volcanoboy. I got the Mini but with the extension cap. The 18490 batteries are about perfect for me, whereas the 18350's seem to run out quick. BTW you can also get "Twins" to convert the Mini to take 18650 batteries, so you can "make it" a standard Provari if you wish.

 

[Volcanoboy]

That really depends on your usage. How much you vape. What voltage you are running etc. but I assume a moderate vaper should get a full day out of it. I use different devices during a day and not the mini exclusively and I suppose I change battery every other day. A very heavy vaper might need a battery change during the day.

I use the intellicharger i4 for charging my batteries. I can highly recommend it.

 

[Thin]

How long does the batt last on the mini? Does the charger have a USB adapter or just 120v?

As a general rule you'll get an hour per 100mAh of battery, so an 800mAh 18350 should last 8 hours, and a 1200mAh 18490 about 12 hours etc. I tend to chain vape my Provari at home and get about 6 to 8 hours from my 18490's.

My Provari didn't come with a charger or batteries (maybe different in the USA), I chose the highly recommended Nitecore I2 charger (bigger I4 also available) cos it protects against over/under charging.

 

[gotarace]

Keeping a eye on this...if i get a ProVari I can focus on juice and not having to upgrade that often...lol

 

[soba1]

I find the opposite of Volcanoboy. I got the Mini but with the extension cap. The 18490 batteries are about perfect for me, whereas the 18350's seem to run out quick. BTW you can also get "Twins" to convert the Mini to take 18650 batteries, so you can "make it" a standard Provari if you wish.

Heavy vaping with the 18490 I got about 7hrs.
With the 18350's I can get about 4 or 5................
18490's are the sweet spot for me.
Twin's post link if you would please?
Thanks

 

[BK272]

Sounds like the regular size for me. I seem to vape a lot at home after work so the bigger battery will help. Also, I drive around a lot durin the day for work, in an out of the truck all day so I can't always have a batt on the charger. Would the tank from my Ego work on a provari?

 

[vang0gh]

Sounds like the regular size for me. I seem to vape a lot at home after work so the bigger battery will help. Also, I drive around a lot durin the day for work, in an out of the truck all day so I can't always have a batt on the charger. Would the tank from my Ego work on a provari?

I went with the mini since I can adapt it to use an 18650 battery if I find a need for it. But, I can't make a full size Provari any shorter. I usually just carry an extra, charged, 18350 battery with me. Most of the time I don't need it if I start with a fresh battery before I leave for work. Two fresh 18350's are enough to even get me through a day of heavy vaping on the weekends.

Do you have a link to your ego tank? If it's 510 threaded it will work on the Provari. Otherwise, it's most likely ego threaded and will require a 510 to ego adapter.

 

[Grogfish]

I don't have one yet but I am planing on a mini. I figure you can get extensions to fit all the way up to 18650s which gives more options for whatever it is I need it for. I may cost a little more for all the parts but I like having the ability to make it fit whatever my needs are.

 

[Baditude]

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/variable-voltage-apv-discussion/415593-buying-provari-one.html?highlight=Provari+vs+Mini

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/apv-discussion/389210-sold-evic-gonna-buy-provari-now-should-i-get-mini-regi.html?highlight=Provari+vs+Mini

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/provari/377579-i-thought-i-had-figured-out.html?highlight=Provari+vs+Mini

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/sg-vapers/376411-provari-vs-provari-mini-vs-evic-whats-your-though.html?highlight=Provari+vs+Mini

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/provape/317337-provari-vs-provari-mini.html?highlight=Provari+vs+Mini

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/new-members-forum/306374-provari-mini-vs-full-size.html?highlight=Provari+vs+Mini

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/provari/305306-pros-cons-mini-vs-standard-size-provari.html?highlight=Provari+vs+Mini

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/provape/294843-provari-should-i-get.html?highlight=Provari+vs+Mini

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/provape/278943-ok-im-close.html?highlight=Provari+vs+Mini


My suggestion? Get one of each!

 

[The Ocelot]

Here's another size comparison:

1000mAh eGo Twist - ProVari mini standard cap - 650mAh regular eGo

With an 18350 inside and nothing on top, my mini weighs 4.5oz

 

[Baditude]

Here's another size comparison:

Regular with extension cap.

Mini.

Regular and Mini with extension cap.

 

[Malarky]

I chose the mini for the design on it. I like the tear drop design over the standard provari lines design. It also allows me to use 18350 (which I don't use, 18490 and 18650. I got the extension cap then also ordered the Tatroe ring for 18650 mode. I looked at the twins extension but it is hard to find and costs $40, for $14.99 I got a nice clean looking tatroe ring that is a very high quality build. Baditudes pics show the tatroe ring. I have 2 18490 bats that I use for back up, lasts close to all day, 1 18650 bat that lasts about a day and a half. Just my suggestion, the mini is more versatile if you want to run it in 18350 mini mode but my Tatroe ring has not been off my provari since I got it.

 

[Malarky]

Mini with tatroe ring plus extension for 18650.

 

[Baditude]

Two Tatroe extension sleeves and base on a Mini for 18650 battery.

 

[The Ocelot]

Lol! It looks like a couple of guys getting into a Tatroe contest

 

[Malarky]

Lol, the ring is all I have. I thought about getting the base but it stands just fine without it.

*edit*

I still blame Baditude for bullying me into getting a Provari!