Tell me what I want.

[mkbilbo]

The OP stated twice box mods were out.

The innokin 134 mini is a good looking device.

Huh, I didn't even know there was a mini. I considered a 134 myself but the OP commented about leaning eVic. Which is whole different direction. The 134 has a more "mechanical" look, the eVic is sleek. Nice looking devices. Almost too pretty for me. I'd probably go all OCD and polish every time I touched it and be afraid to carry it around because it might get scratched.

But I am a bit of a klutz. I even use "travel mugs" in the house 'cause coffee spills are nightmares even if you don't dump it in your lap. Which I have done. It's actually a mild--fortunately--inner ear defect I've had all my life. Never serious, just annoying as all get out. Sinus... whatevers agitate it. Allergy season, I'm something of a "prat fall" comedy show.

Anyway, that's me. Anything I reach for frequently is going to get knocked over and sometimes right off the table or counter. We just got a good, local shop and I did really like the look of the eVic and the owner (well, one of two partners actually) has had one for years and is a fan. Says his has proven pretty durable but I said, "Yeah, but I'm creative, I break things in surprising ways. It's like a talent."

Seriously considered a Vamo. Also very "sleek" and just seems more durable to me (which is purely my perception, the eVic could be ten times stronger for all I know).

But in the end, the VTR won with me. In large part because it's on the boxy, hefty side and isn't as likely to go sailing when my idiot inner ear plays pranks on me...

 

[Ohms Lawbreaker]

"Tell me what I want." Thought of this when I read that, lol

 

[zahzoo]

I thought I'd always prefer tube shaped, but I find I'm loving the box shape of my MVP 2's. They stay standing upright where I put them, and they won't roll off a table when I put them on their sides. These things are essential for me when I'm home with the kids. If they rolled each time one ran into, or bumped into a table, I'd have a lot of broken PV's by now. I got my first MVP solely because it had all the other features I want for a price I couldn't walk away from. I'm glad I got it, because otherwise I'd have never considered the box shape I find essential now.

Your post reminded me of something I saw advertised recently...

 

[Miira]

The OP stated twice box mods were out.

The Innokin 134 mini is a good looking device.

It does look cool, but it would probably be a better 2nd mod for me, as I want a built in ohm meter for testing my coils, as I'm mostly a newb at that too.

 

[Rossum]

Won't look stupid with a larger tank/rba (Squape is likely to be the one I buy)

I'd like to spend under $100, but could be convinced to spend more. The eVic has my interest at the moment.

I'm skeptical that the eVic is a good choice for an RTA. RTAs generally want 9-10 or even more watts to work optimally and the eVic will struggle to provide this due to its rather low output current limits. It seems you can get 10 watts, but you'll need right around a 2.5 ohm coil to do it, and that very much limits you in terms of what you can do with coils. Unfortunately, I'm not aware of anything that meets all of your wants for around $100.

As for the Squape: I own one. I bought it specifically because it's probably the easiest RTA to build. The deck is accessible to work on without draining or disassembling the rest of the tank. It has nice big knurled screws. It has a non-conductive deck surface so you don't have to worry about your coil shorting to anything. It has huge juice capacity (over 5 ml). But it also has some downsides. It's not that easy to make a good build for it; it's fussy about how much wick you have in deck channels; too little and it will be gurgly and flood prone; too much and it will give you dry hits. The airflow is not adjustable and IMO, insufficient. It pulls air from the 510 connector rather than the side so it's possible that the mod you attach it to will restrict the airflow even more. It is, IMO, easier to make a good build for a Kayfun type RTA than it is for the Squape; they just strike me as less fussy, even if you do have to disassemble and drain them to work on the build. I suspect this is why the Kayfun type has gotten so much more popular than it's competitors, the Squape and the Taifun.

 

[Miira]

I'm skeptical that the eVic is a good choice for an RTA. RTAs generally want 9-10 or even more watts to work optimally and the eVic will struggle to provide this due to its rather low output current limits. It seems you can get 10 watts, but you'll need right around a 2.5 ohm coil to do it, and that very much limits you in terms of what you can do with coils. Unfortunately, I'm not aware of anything that meets all of your wants for around $100.

As for the Squape: I own one. I bought it specifically because it's probably the easiest RTA to build. The deck is accessible to work on without draining or disassembling the rest of the tank. It has nice big knurled screws. It has a non-conductive deck surface so you don't have to worry about your coil shorting to anything. It has huge juice capacity (over 5 ml). But it also has some downsides. It's not that easy to make a good build for it; it's fussy about how much wick you have in deck channels; too little and it will be gurgly and flood prone; too much and it will give you dry hits. The airflow is not adjustable and IMO, insufficient. It pulls air from the 510 connector rather than the side so it's possible that the mod you attach it to will restrict the airflow even more. It is, IMO, easier to make a good build for a Kayfun type RTA than it is for the Squape; they just strike me as less fussy, even if you do have to disassemble and drain them to work on the build. I suspect this is why the Kayfun type has gotten so much more popular than it's competitors, the Squape and the Taifun.

Good to know about the eVic. Thanks.

The main reason I want the Squape is that draining my clearos to change heads annoys the #$^@ out of me. I don't foresee the airflow being a problem, as I currently vape with clearos. They are known for a tight draw. It also seems that airflow control add-ons are now easy to get and relatively cheap. Maybe I'll order a KFL+ too and try them both.

 

[ScottP]

What kind of clearo are you using that you have to drain? I use EVODs and AROs both are bottom coil clears and you do not need to drain them to change heads.

Oh did you check out the iTaste SVD that I mentioned earlier?

 

[Miira]

What kind of clearo are you using that you have to drain? I use EVODs and AROs both are bottom coil clears and you do not need to drain them to change heads.

Oh did you check out the iTaste SVD that I mentioned earlier?

I used Stardusts forever. I now have a few Aspire ET-S, so no more draining! I'm still constantly changing heads though. My goal with the RBA is to build coils that last more than a week.

 

[The Ocelot]

Let's see...

Under $100 (For mods with replaceable batteries you also have to add the cost of batteries and a charger)
VV
Tube mod
More than one button

These are in no particular order:
Vamo
Innokin iTaste SVD
Innokin iTaste vv V3

I have a Vamo and it's okay for the price. I like my Sigelei Zmax better, but you want more than one button. The other two I'm listing because I know people who have them and like them.

 

[ScottP]

I used Stardusts forever. I now have a few Aspire ET-S, so no more draining! I'm still constantly changing heads though. My goal with the RBA is to build coils that last more than a week.

I don't know about Aspires but the ones I mentioned you can rebuild the heads on for better coils. In fact I do. Once built I can replace my wick and clean as needed. I get about a week between cleaning and rewicking and usually a month or more per coil.

 

[Miira]

I don't know about Aspires but the ones I mentioned you can rebuild the heads on for better coils. In fact I do. Once built I can replace my wick and clean as needed. I get about a week between cleaning and rewicking and usually a month or more per coil.

I rebuilt my Stardust coils, so I know the drill. I suspect my coil problem is really more of a gunked up wick problem(high VG juice). It appears wick changes are much easier on the newer RBAs. And, probably the real reason for wanting new stuff: I'm bored. I've stuck with the same stuff for over a year without getting Gear Acquisition Syndrome. I've earned the right to splurge and experiment.

 

[sonneraw]

I initially started with a 650 MAH Twist and came across a ProVari for trade.
Digital display, microprocessor chip, Atomizer and Battery load check, and best of all made in the States.
It was my go to for three months before becoming infatuated with the aesthetic, simplicity, and adaptability of mechanical mods.
Now, my ProVari is just languishing in the corner cursing my very existence.
If you're interested, I will ship you my ProVari for a very reasonable donation.
I'm not trying to pester you, only if you are interested.
PM me if you are.

 

[Rossum]

The main reason I want the Squape is that draining my clearos to change heads annoys the #$^@ out of me.

I thought it might annoy me me too, but the reality is that by the time the wick and coil are gunky enough to to need some work, whatever juice is left in the tank is getting pretty nasty too. I've been able to get close to 2 weeks out of an R91 (with a micro-coil and cotton wick) doing absolutely nothing but refilling it, however, I've decided that re-wicking and cleaning once a week is optimal for me. That way I know I'm good to go for another week with no worries; all I have to do is refill.

I don't foresee the airflow being a problem, as I currently vape with clearos. They are known for a tight draw. It also seems that airflow control add-ons are now easy to get and relatively cheap. Maybe I'll order a KFL+ too and try them both.

The thing to remember about airflow control add-ons is that all they can do is to further tighten your airflow; they can never increase it beyond what the topper will flow by itself.

And, probably the real reason for wanting new stuff: I'm bored. I've stuck with the same stuff for over a year without getting Gear Acquisition Syndrome. I've earned the right to splurge and experiment.

For over a year? You've earned it multiple times over!

How about something like this? It's not really a box; it's a tube, jut not a round tube (it's 24mm square). The pocket clip is optional (it can be removed or re-installed easily enough). It has the power to run any RTA (and then some). It has dedicated rocker switch to adjust the power. The 20 watt version has an amazing 2900 mAh Panasonic battery that's darn near impossible for a mere mortal to deplete in a single day. The catch is, it costs just under $200 shipped, but look at it this way: You won't outgrow it. Somewhere earlier in that thread, there are pics of one with a Squape on it.

 

[PLANofMAN]

It's time for a new battery. I've been using eGos, they were alright, but they need replaced.
My wants for their replacement:

VV
Tube shaped
Won't look stupid with a larger tank/rba (Squape is likely to be the one I buy)
More than 1 button.
Built in ohm meter


What are my options?

You want a Semovar.
You'll get used to adjusting in VW. You won't miss the VV.

I would have said ProVari, but it only has one button.

Edit: missed the under $100 limitation. I'd take up the ProVari donation offer above. Good luck!

 

[PrinceBishop]

Perfect on my DBOX Puritank2 https://www.google.co.uk/search?hl=....5.0....0...1ac.1.35.img..0.5.506.6VqNO8CWhWo

For my Kanger PT mini v2 this is the thing https://www.google.co.uk/search?hl=...1.0....0...1c.1.35.img..0.11.1322.L11cZgo9ikE

 

[edyle]

It's time for a new battery. I've been using eGos, they were alright, but they need replaced.
My wants for their replacement:

VV
Tube shaped
Won't look stupid with a larger tank/rba (Squape is likely to be the one I buy)
More than 1 button.
Built in ohm meter


What are my options?

vamo

Details:
Tips: The new Vamo V5 utilizes the popular V2 body style with an upgraded V3 PCB and OLED screen and the ability to unscrew the top cap. The Vamo V5 is a feature rich variable voltage / wattage mod. This V5 now features better metal buttons, a different battery spring and a new raised 510 connection. In variable voltage mode, the mod can go from 3V to 6V in .1V increments. In variable wattage mode, the mod can go from 3.0W to 15W in .5W increments. It can work with 1pc 18650 battery, or 2pcs 18350 batteries, or 1pc 18350 battery.
•Built in OLED display showing menu, function and selection
•Variable Wattage - can be adjustable from 3.0W to 15.0W (in .5W increments)
•Variable Voltage - can be adjustable from 3.0V to 6.0V (in .1V increments)
•Maximum current output: 5A
•Reverse polarity protection
•Check atomizer/clearomizer/cartomizer resistance(1.5-5.0ohm)
•Thermal Monitoring
•Time limit protection function
•Bottom vent hole
•510/eGo threading connector
•Compatible with 510 and eGo threaded atomizers/clearomizers/cartomizers
•Can be powered by 1*18350 battery/2*18350 batteries/1*18650 battery

SVD

Details:
•Variable Voltage: voltage can be adjusted from 3.3 - 6.0 volts in .1 volt increments.
•Variable Wattage: Wattage can be adjusted from 3.0 - 15.0 W in .5 watts increments.
•5A maximum output current
•Short Circuit Protection.
•Reverse Battery Protection Circuit
•Battery Voltage Detection
•Resistive Load Detection ( Ohms meter )
•ON/OFF battery switch
•LED Battery Power Display
•Low Voltage Warning
•Overtime Vaping Warning
•Telescopic Tube supports 18350, 18500 or 18650 batteries
•Battery safety protection
•Myriad compatible ( Thread fit iClear10 ,iClear16, iClear30,CE4,CE5 ,eGo, T2,T3 , VIVI NOVA and 510 etc )
•Change battery and switch VV or VW have parameter memory function
•Built-in 3 digit display ( Ohms meter , Volts /Watts , Atomizer voltage output )
•LED color: Red (<=3.6V), Yellow (3.6V to 3.8V), Green (>3.8V)
Note: Ships in one tube only, it's the telescoping design which you can adjust it by screwing the tube. #6 photo is shown as a reference of the different usages.

itaste 134 is vw only; apparently no resistance display.
provari and sigelei zmax sid , are single button

evic seems to have 1 button, but can be configured via pc

 

[f1vefour]

eVic has a button and a twist (technically 3 buttons). The VAMO reads resistance down to subohm but will only fire a coil of 1.2 ohm or higher.