Something Better

[Lancepants]

I'm not new to e-cigs. In fact, I've been vaping for several months now. I use a Joye Ego-T and its pretty good. My atomizer just died, and instead of getting a new one I've decided to see if I could get a better e-cig instead.

I need something with plenty of vapor and throat hit with a good battery life. Size doesn't really matter to me. I just want something better than the Ego-T. Any recommendations?

 

[fourthrok]

It's not really the eGo T that you want to switch out. Sounds to me like you are looking for a new delivery system. I use eGo Ts all the time...but do NOT use "atties" or cartridges or anything like that. I prefer EMSCCs and carto tanks. Some people like the ViVi Novas and RBAs...personally not for me, but lots of folks think they are great. It just depends on which direction you want to go. If you are looking for a more powerful voltage device, then yes...you'd probably want to look at a mod of some sort.

 

[rotku]

Hey Lance,
@fourthrok is correct. The battery is just the power source. You can try variable voltage and variable wattage but the best results will probably come from the delivery system. I believe the Ego-t is 3.7 fixed. You could try the vivi nova for an improvement. There are also people that swear by the Boge cartomizers if you prefer something smaller.

 

[tj99959]

My first PV was an eGo-T, and I can't knock it because I kicked a 50+ year smoking habit to the curb with it. That said, it was the last PV that I have ever tossed in the garbage just because the battery would no longer hold a charge.

There are more than enough good choices out there that have the ability to knock your socks off if you want them to.

If it's something "with plenty of vapor and throat hit with a good battery life" maybe you would like one of these; Most vendors have them.

ElectronicStix.Com · Cylon VV Mod

 

[Dbailey]

Try a 901 drip atty setup. Different, and you might like it. I personally think its the best flavor next to stainless steel.

 

[wv2win]

It's not really the eGo T that you want to switch out. Sounds to me like you are looking for a new delivery system. I use eGo Ts all the time...but do NOT use "atties" or cartridges or anything like that. I prefer EMSCCs and carto tanks. Some people like the ViVi Novas and RBAs...personally not for me, but lots of folks think they are great. It just depends on which direction you want to go. If you are looking for a more powerful voltage device, then yes...you'd probably want to look at a mod of some sort.

Hey Lance,
@fourthrok is correct. The battery is just the power source. You can try variable voltage and variable wattage but the best results will probably come from the delivery system. I believe the Ego-t is 3.7 fixed. You could try the vivi nova for an improvement. There are also people that swear by the Boge cartomizers if you prefer something smaller.

I really don't get this advice. Not that I don't agree that changing the "head" on a PV might not make for a better vaping experience. But the OP stated they wanted good "throat hit".

The eGo is the smallest voltage PV on the market at 3.4 volts. A good variable volt model PV or even a good 5 volt model PV will provide much warmer vapor (not hot or burnt, just wamer/fuller) which plays a part in better throat hit. People who moved to vaping at 4.5 - 5.0 volts regularly reported actually lowering their nicotine level due to the better throat hit.

And a battery is not "just a battery". More power along with better regulation and boost circuitry provides not only warmer vapor but also better consistency. If one likes minimal throat hit and cold vapor I'm at a loss as to how that helps someone who wants really good throat hit.

I think the OP is smart to consider a better PV. I would look at a good variable wattage or voltage model PV with good circuitry and a switch regulator in the 3.5+ amp range so you can use any atty/carto on the market. And as a point of reference on your "good battery life" requirement, my PV provides 18 - 21 hours on a charge under heavy vaping use. You may need/want much less than that.

Good luck

 

[Gamekeeper]

Hi Lancepants.
I went through the same process. Nothing hit the spot and I wasted a lot of money. Now I am happy. I moved to a lavatube or gripper variable voltage type. It needs 18650 big 2000mah rechargeable batteries (1 will last 12 hours). I went for the AW IMR which releases more power. Then the most powerful carto I found is the Smok XXXL mega dual coils. The set up is not pretty, but boy does it release tons of vapour. Often I have to reduce the voltage as it is all too much. I use the ego when I am in public / on the street.

Also I had my vape technique incorrect at the start. One should hold button for 1-2 sec to warm device, and a slow gentle draw for 4-5 seconds.

 

[Byten]

Personally, I used the Ego C setup for awhile which is about the same as the T. After trying a good handful of cartos, tanks and clearo on them I found the Boge LR 2.0 Ohm cartomizers and the Smoktech DCT 1.5 ohms to give the best vape for those batteries. If you are looking to switch to different battery, the Ego twist certainly will warm your vape up without breaking the bank.

Higher PG in your juice, stronger flavors and higher watts will all contribute to throat hit.

If you are using standard resist atties on your Ego, I believe they are 2.8 ohm, you are running about 3.89 watts. Switching to a 2.0 ohm will result in about 5.45 watts and will be noticeable and have more throat hit, assuming all other factors are equal. Using a twist or other variable volt device will increase your ability to increase watts you run at. I believe the twist will go up to 4.2 volts and running a 2.0 ohm carto will but you at about 8.82 watts, which is a very good vape compared to 3.89 watts you are currently running. I almost never run anything over 9 watts, for alot reasons I won't get into. However, the trade off for higher watts, is shorter battery life if all other variables are equal. More satisfying vapes may mean you will vape less.. or more.

Seems most run 80% to 70% PG in their juice and are happy with the throat hit, personally I run 50/50 and it's good for me. The trade off between PG and VG is throat hit or vapor.

Stronger flavors will give a better hit in most cases but also in most cases will gunk/clog/kill coils faster and you'll end up buying equipment more often.

It's all about trade offs and finding a balance that works for you. Personally, I could vape Boge 2.0 ohm on Ego C upgrades and be perfectly happy. Unfortunately for me, I have a weird and expensive need to continually improve my setup. Even with DCT's, Genesis, Phoenix's, mods, VV in my arsenal I still end up using my original Boge/Ego setup quite often.

For reference:
Amps = Volt / Ohm
Watts = Volts * Amps
Assuming not everyone took an electronic class..

 

[rotku]

I'm not new to e-cigs. In fact, I've been vaping for several months now. I use a Joye Ego-T and its pretty good. My atomizer just died, and instead of getting a new one I've decided to see if I could get a better e-cig instead.

I need something with plenty of vapor and throat hit with a good battery life. Size doesn't really matter to me. I just want something better than the Ego-T. Any recommendations?

Ok, Looking at the followup posts it seems maybe I misunderstood the initial question. You said "I've decided to see if I could get a better e-cig instead" the answer is YES, you can get better than the basic Ego-T setup. I prefer simple stuff but I have seen setups on the site that look like someone is vaping through the exhaust of a used Yugo. You also said " I need something with plenty of vapor and throat hit with a good battery life." Bottom line is that it is obtainable through the three basics POWER / DELIVERY METHOD/ LIQUID. Everyone has their favorite means of obtaining the same goal. Strikes me that if you used a simple Ego-T (which I still use mine at work) for several months, you probably can find something satisfactory without spending a ton of money. I went with a Ego-C twist and a 2.4ohm vivi nova. Many experienced vapers would turn their noses up at such a simple setup but it works for me.