ProVari vs. new VMAX (Using with a rebuildable atty)

[SammyGirl]

Hi everyone,

I almost took the dive yesterday and purchased a ProVari mini (From Provape, as my local supplier has no black with blue led) then I thought, will the new vmax be better?

I know that previous versions of the VMAX had issues relating to voltages being higher that displayed, so I dont know whether that has been fixed in the new versions...???

I want to purchase a line v2, and perhaps a few other bits and pieces (Genesis), or will be running DC tank setups.

Anyone got any input for me so that I dont blow hundreds of dollars that I can't afford right now

Many thanks in advance!

 

[SammyGirl]

BTW I forgot to add that I am already running a eGo twist setup, and it is just not satisfying me enough

 

[tigerman]

it probably won't be better, but value for $. i've been close to getting one. Have an apollo vtube and i love it! So many devices out there go with whatever u think looks good.

What doesn't satisfy about the twist? i started with it and still use it daily! are you using the standard eGo-C tank setup or?

 

[SammyGirl]

its just not pretty enough, plus I would like to have the display, as I find the twist a giant pain when it's dark and having plugged a new stardust on - only to realise it's at 4volts and that burnt taste is now killing me tastebuds lol

 

[sdramones]

what is your current setup? and settings? Same here with the Twist basically for travel. Its my everyday. Vmax for home or parties. The vmax are a great deal. Perhaps a different combination will help your vaping experience.

 

[SammyGirl]

eGo Twist + Stardust clearo's, depending on which juice I am using, it will go from 3.2-3.8v. can't seem to give up the cigs on this setup (Have dropped dramatically though!)

 

[crept]

Any thoughts on the Volcanotube? I really want to get into higher voltage vaping, but those provari seem to break the bank.

 

[SammyGirl]

Any thoughts on the Volcanotube? I really want to get into higher voltage vaping, but those provari seem to break the bank.

Is that similar to a lavatube?

 

[SammyGirl]

If it is they just look a bit awkward for my liking... Not as sleek as thhe vari

 

[jherron]

variable voltage is unnecessary with a rebuildable atomizer . get a good mechanical mod with a imr battery and youll be set . you control the resistance by number of wraps or gauge of wire .

 

[Sweeperdk]

jherron... while this is true, the Provari does have the advantage of being able to show the resistance in the display.

And while one can purchase a resistance meter for a lot less than a Provari, I personally like the fact that I can check it on the fly, whenever I feel a need to do so.

 

[horra]

cant go wrong both get great wraps

 

[martinc]

variable voltage is unnecessary with a rebuildable atomizer . get a good mechanical mod with a imr battery and youll be set . you control the resistance by number of wraps or gauge of wire .

Indeed,you wrap a 3 ohms coil then adjust your voltage according to how you wanna vape

Bad argument there sir

And for the record,the Vmax had a software update and still has a 5 amps limit switch and has a res meter...now does that put it above a Provari?

Discuss

 

[jherron]

im not saying its wrong or wont work, as there are benefits but personally too many bells and whistles for me . , from my experience the drop off from an unregulated battery is not nearly as noticeable when using a genesis compared to a conventional atomizer cartomizer ect. and will provide a solid vape through out the battery life, but i guess its part my personality , i drive a jeep wrangler , basically a tent on wheels , i like motorcycles that are stripped down to the bare essentials . i just love the minimalist look and feel of a mechanical mod

 

[Ezkill]

I'm a ProVari fan, I own several.

Setting up your first Genesis atomizer on a ProVari? That can be an exercise in frustration when you start getting E1 errors before you can spot the short. You could get lucky, you might not. ProVari shuts itself down when it detects a short. This is under normal circumstances a great thing. In case that's misunderstood you will not damage your ProVari setting up a Genesis atomizer but it does make it harder then with a mechanical mod. I can setup my Katana in no time. Sometimes have to mess around with the DID's for a bit between E1's.

I have no idea if the Vmax has the same kind of circuit protection or not so I can't speak to it.

 

[Sweeperdk]

jherron, i feel you, and I tend to agree.

However, I'm personally not "good enough" in regards to making coils, to be able to ensure that I hit an amp of so-and-so.

The provari will tell me straight off the bat what amp I have on my coil, and will allow me to adjust my voltage to ensure that I hit the watt I personally prefer.

It's a no-brainer for me.

Oh... and add to that the aesthetics that also have some importance... I just loooooove the look of the Provari Mini

 

[jherron]

jherron, i feel you, and I tend to agree.

However, I'm personally not "good enough" in regards to making coils, to be able to ensure that I hit an amp of so-and-so.

The provari will tell me straight off the bat what amp I have on my coil, and will allow me to adjust my voltage to ensure that I hit the watt I personally prefer.

It's a no-brainer for me.

Oh... and add to that the aesthetics that also have some importance... I just loooooove the look of the Provari Mini

i agree the provari is a good looking device and rock solid construction. i will eventually purchase one someday to add to the collection . youll get coil building down to a science eventually

 

[Renzuli]

Welcome , but for my money , I'd have to go with the Provari , had the vmax , didn't like it . Now have both the regular and the mini Provari's and like them both . Built like a tank , and look good . If you want to save a little money , check out the Vivi-Nova tanks , come with 3 re-buildable heads . Need a little tweeking to work properly , but are way cheaper than a Line .

 

[martsumoto]

If you cant afford the provari honestly, get an apollo vtube mate!

 

[thedigger]

If it helps, Apollo has their Vtube kit, either size at $5 dollar off sale, $80 down to $75, plus a 30% promo code making it like $53. Just looked at it about 5 minutes ago. Add $10-$30 depending on the finish you want.