It does seem pricey at first, but I bought my first REO in 2011. bought another as a backup. Then I switched from the mini's I had, to grands (even MORE convenient and fiddle free). After that, I just didn't need anymore vape gear (except attys, and the RM2 took that out of the equation). Recently, I realized I had gone YEARS without buying anything other than the RM2 and juice, so I treated myself to 2 new grands. But that was just a frivolous expenditure, the reality is, with 2 grands and RM2's, unflavored nic in bulk quantities, my costs of operation were running about $1 a week. Add to that, vaping had become a side issue (no longer a full time hobby) and a REO really does pay for itself very quickly.
So now, I spend a couple of bucks a week, as opposed to the $50 a week that analogs cost, and there just isn't any desire left to try out the "latest and greatest" in vape gear, I've already got the ultimate in convenience, cost, and maintenance, as well as the best vape you can get (once you find your "sweet spot" with your RM2).
Glad you finally decided to give it a shot, I have no doubt you'll wonder why you waited so long to try it. Welcome!