So why the ego?

[nkr501]

So after I had browsed around and finally got my PV, I had come across several posts pushing the ego. Due to the consistant ego reccomendations I decided to go with something else, since it seems everyone else has one seemingly.

I just want to know what is so great about the ego that leaves people to be hell bent on throwing that out there first. It can't be the only model that is good for new users like myself, as there are a zillion comanies to choose from. Could someone fill me in on why its considered the best for new users or why there seems to be a highly biased opinion on it from several users?

 

[BadFunky13]

wait....what?

 

[Optimo]

It lasts long, looks cool, works well, easy to use and it's affordable.

 

[nkr501]

Yeah, kinda pushy and probably very lacking in subject education on that one. Sorry. Its just that when I was browsing around and saw other people asking for assistance finding a new PV, the most common reply is "get an ego". I would just like to know why that particular model is thrown out there majority of the time and what leaves people with such high opinions on it. Especially for noobies. Just curiosity.

 

[nkr501]

thanks optimo, you got back to me while i was still typing lol.

 

[VapingRulz]

I don't know why the Ego is pushed so ferociously but newbies should understand that there are other e-cigs out there that are just as good - if not better. The KR808D-1 takes a lot of abuse here and it's unwarranted. It's a fabulous model of e-cig and it works very, very well. It is a higher voltage than the Ego so it has a bigger kick. The only drawback is the battery life but that problem is solved by having multiple batteries on hand. Other than the battery issue, it's top of the line in my opinion.

 

[carpedebass]

wait....what?

Now theres a helpful post. Just messin' with ya'!

The eGo is a great device. But as I've said and said and said...you have to decide what you're looking for in a PV as well as your peripheral equipment. Only you can decide what works and doesn't work for you.

I agree that folks tend to be pushy about their fave stuff on here. But I really think most are trying to help. I really do like my eGos...but that's just me.

 

[Baddog11]

I recently got an Ego and one of the things that made me decide to get one is that there are so many different options to them. There seems to be alot of versatility to different atomizers, cartridges, cartomizers ect. the 510 threading seems to be available in a lot of different setups so it allows you to test various setups till you find one that suits you. And the Ego battery does seem to have great life to it also. Imo

 

[dormouse]

I did not want a big battery to start with and many people don't. I think it may put some people off even being shown Ego etc first. I have actually seen some people suggest a 5v mod first.

Use your own judgement. Some of us do vape slim models, generally manuals. (less likely to be killed or damaged by juice leaks and easier to get a good hit). The two most popular are Joye brand 510 manual and KR808D-1 manual (Vapor4Life which is like the original manufacturer model, and a different style like SmokelessImage, Bloogplanet and Halocigs G6). yes the battery life is shorter. Yes the short versions of them have quite short battery life. Yes they cannot use the hotter cartomizers and atomizers which are the LR ones. Yet 9 months in I still do 90% of my vaping on them. I carry 2 models with 2 batteries each and have chargers at work and a PCC. I do have some bigger battery devices at home for when I want a bigger hit, but I bought the first about 6 months into vaping.

For heavy smokers, hard hot draggers, anyone who needs long battery charge out of each battery, an Ego, Riva 510 or mod can make more sense. I was a lights smoker and never a heavy dragger - I savored cigarettes.

The caveat - when people start on slim ecigs, a good number of them will discover almost immediately that they need something stronger or with longer charge.

 

[Iffy]

It lasts long, looks cool, works well, easy to use and it's affordable.

Bingo! Plus it's a 510 threaded device which provides the most flexibility as to configurations; carts, tanks, cartos, dripping. Oh, there's also the various batt sizes that will suit most of the vapist requirements and 'fashion' concerns.

 

[Dougiestyle]

I think I try to steer newbies away from the cigarette-sized PVs, as the battery life is lacking. The eGo compensates for that and is still as simple to use. It has a broad range of upgrade options. It is the best foundation to start vaping with less opportuinty for failure due to discouragement in a smaller battery.

I would suggest higher-end mods to first time users, but the cost-effectiveness detracts due to skepticism as to whether a one will continue to vape.

I think the eGo/Riva is a good starting point. I started there and quickly graduated to VV and the like when I was convinced that vaping was my smoke-ending alternative.

 

[nkr501]

Thanks guys. I just wanted to know. If anyone else has any opinions I am def all ears. This is still a learning process for me since I just got my PVs this week.

 

[dormouse]

A slim manual 510 can use all of that stuff, just not LR. Some people use both slim 510 and Ego or Riva 510. I have seen a few get the Ego first but want something smaller for at bars and socially. The slim 510 just can't use the fat battery model's fast charging cable nor the LR attys/cartos. They can share standard resistance attys and cartos.

Riva 510 kits from Liberty-Flights.com are one alternative to Ego. The Rivas there have more voltage than Ego so for me that works great. I use slim 510 w/ standard res cartos then can move them to the Riva for more heat and a bigger drag. And the Riva has the same voltage as the KR8 slim models (3.7v) so with an adapter I can use it as a big battery alternative for those.

 

[nkr501]

Thanks guys. I am still new to this and learning and wanted to know why its so commonly named. However, I ultimately made my purchase based on portability and practicality for work, recreation, etc. Great information though, I appreciate the great info. If anyone else wants to chime in, I am here to listen(so to speak) and learn

 

[carpedebass]

Thanks guys. I am still new to this and learning and wanted to know why its so commonly named. However, I ultimately made my purchase based on portability and practicality for work, recreation, etc. Great information though, I appreciate the great info. If anyone else wants to chime in, I am here to listen(so to speak) and learn

Well, I think you made a great choice. Now you get to start expirimenting with all the various toys to put on it. Also you get to start the arduous but fun task of tasting juices. I might also recommend that you try out an eGo Mega Dual Coil Cartomizer. They have a very strong TH, great vapor and taste as well.

 

[swedishfish]

1. Batteries last a long time- 7+ hours
2. Reliable
3. Excellent vape for long time smokers-
4. Many inexpensive accessories available so you can modify it any way you want
5. Sold by suppliers that offer excellent warranty
6. Only cost $30

How many more reasons do you need? It's not the only pv out there but it's a good one if you're on a budget.

It was my first and only pv. My mom started with a cig-like pv and went through three kits in three weeks. It took her around $200 to eventually end up with the same $30 pv I was using.

 

[wv2win]

I agree with you. I did not want a big battery to start with and many people don't. I think it may put some people off even being shown Ego etc first. I have actually seen some people suggest a 5v mod first.

Use your own judgement. Some of us do vape slim models, generally manuals. (less likely to be killed or damaged by juice leaks and easier to get a good hit). The two most popular are Joye brand 510 manual and KR808D-1 manual (Vapor4Life which is like the original manufacturer model, and a different style like SmokelessImage, Bloogplanet and Halocigs G6). yes the battery life is shorter. Yes the short versions of them have quite short battery life. Yes they cannot use the hotter cartomizers and atomizers which are the LR ones. Yet 9 months in I still do 90% of my vaping on them. I carry 2 models with 2 batteries each and have chargers at work and a PCC. I do have some bigger battery devices at home for when I want a bigger hit, but I bought the first about 6 months into vaping.

For heavy smokers, hard hot draggers, anyone who needs long battery charge out of each battery, an Ego, Riva 510 or mod can make more sense.

The caveat - when people start on slim ecigs, a good number of them will discover almost immediately that they need something stronger or with longer charge.

If someone is going to suggest a small battery model because that is what they use 90% of the time and never suggest or downplay the suggestion of a 5 volt or variable volt model, then that person should also explain every time that they don't like throat hit, have only used a couple of models and have never used models that provide warmer vapor and more consistency.

That way the OP has an accurate reference point. A small battery model may be all the new person needs. But if one has never used a better battery model such as a good 5 volt or variable volt model, I find it difficult for them to understand why so many vapers use them and prefer them.

 

[wv2win]

1. Batteries last a long time- 7+ hours
2. Reliable
3. Excellent vape for long time smokers-
4. Many inexpensive accessories available so you can modify it any way you want
5. Sold by suppliers that offer excellent warranty
6. Only cost $30

How many more reasons do you need? It's not the only pv out there but it's a good one if you're on a budget.

It was my first and only pv. My mom started with a cig-like pv and went through three kits in three weeks. It took her around $200 to eventually end up with the same $30 pv I was using.

Well said. +1

 

[Dougiestyle]

One stance I have taken since starting vaping is, "If you're not smoking, why does your aparatus need to look like a cigarette?" My all-day PV (VV, wood w/ DCT MAP tank attached) looks funky as all get-out. It's HUGE! My comfort in having such a large PV is that I can vape whenever, wherever. Ego is no where near as large, so I say go for it as a starter.

I recently bought a eGo-type kit for my best friend to try vaping (effort to get him to quit analogs). My $.02

 

[scorpindio]

Dormouse has surmised it very correctly and very well. A short battery life can be really frustrating & frequent refilling a bother so I have been using my ego-t mostly though I have a 510 as well. Sometimes public opinion about a product can be right too