The best Variable Wattage Device?

[X P3 Flight Engineer]

The Vamo (aka. Eagle, eGo APV, 3V, etc.) is a new variable voltage, variable wattage, variable battery, (hence 3V) that is accurate (if you want, if not you can select Vavg, Lol) and no extension caps to buy, regardless of the battery combination you would like to use.
Health Cabin has them in Chrome, Black Chrome, and mid December they will have a Stainless Steel version (for slightly more).

eGo Variable Volt/Watt APV V2 (Only Body) [D-B4 APV] - $39.00 : Healthcabin Electronic Cigarettes - Wholesale and Retail

Canvape has them but I don't think they ship to the US at the moment.

https://www.canvape.com/product-p/egovw.htm

and in the USA:

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The Ovale/joyetech eVic has VV, VW, charges with a cable or you can swap the battery. It connects to a PC so you can save vaping info or update the unit when a new firmware edition comes out.
That’s a Sweet idea.

Joyetech Joye eVic starter Kits

There are a lot to Enjoy!

 

[RPadTV]

So a kicked 18650 is the better option for now?

Not necessarily. I'm just saying that's what works best for me. The juices I buy generally taste good in the wattage that I use, but if you change juices a lot -- I'm talking very different stuff -- then you might find it troublesome to change wattage on the Kick constantly.

 

[igbys]

Out of curiosity, does variable wattage offer any benefits over manually adjusting voltage to a desired power level or is the draw for the sake of convenience?

 

[elmattias]

Out of curiosity, does VW over offer any benefits over manually adjusting voltage to a desired power level or is the draw for the sake of convenience?

VW automatically detects your juice delivery system's resistance and then dials up the voltage for you to the desired set wattage....for example:

you set your PV to 8 watts, you pop on a 3 ohm carto, the device fires up at 8 watts of power to the coil (~5volts)...you then decide you want to switch flavors and pop on a 2.5 ohm carto and fire the device without touching any of the settings...the device fires up at 8 watts of power to the coil (~4.5volts)

it basically does some math for you so you don't have to adjust your settings as much.

 

[igbys]

VW automatically detects your juice delivery system's resistance and then dials up the voltage for you to the desired set wattage....for example:

you set your PV to 8 watts, you pop on a 3 ohm carto, the device fires up at 8 watts of power to the coil (~5volts)...you then decide you want to switch flavors and pop on a 2.5 ohm carto and fire the device without touching any of the settings...the device fires up at 8 watts of power to the coil (~4.5volts)

it basically does some math for you so you don't have to adjust your settings as much.

Thanks for the explanation I'm looking for a solid hassle-free PV for home use and will keep variable wattage in mind.

 

[immortalmayhem]

the best one is provari, I still have a difficult time wondering why the heck all the models are the same price, from mini to regular. but that's what my second mod was and still working to this day. what a work horse...

 

[Sandiej02]

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I just "keep it simple". I have a 1300mah Spinner (by Vision) as one of my backup VV's. I really like it ... it works great, and is inexpensive.

Not sure if this is an answer (or device) that you're looking for ... just a suggestion.

 

[elmattias]

the best one is provari, I still have a difficult time wondering why the heck all the models are the same price, from mini to regular. but that's what my second mod was and still working to this day. what a work horse...

while i like the provari, and while i own two of them (both the V2 and the mini) this post is totally off topic....as the provari is not variable wattage.

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I just "keep it simple". I have a 1300mah Spinner (by Vision) as one of my backup VV's. I really like it ... it works great, and is inexpensive.

Not sure if this is an answer (or device) that you're looking for ... just a suggestion.

same here.

 

[kiwivap]

For accuracy with vw I would recommend the Smoktech Zmax 2, or the cheaper Vamo (also called eGo APV). I own both of these and they have performed well. The Vamo can be used in a stealthier 1x 18350 config, or full sized 18650. Both veteran and newer vapers have been getting the Vamo and reports are good.
The Darwin is very difficult to obtain even when available, and in my view needs some redesign - the arm can't be pulled down with a tank attached, and the wheel doesn't lock in - so the setting can be accidentally changed when in a pocket.
A kick is an option, but requires fiddling to change settings, although this is easier with the Kicklet. Price wise I think its about weighing up whether you want to kick a cheapish mod, which you may want to do if there is a particular mod you would like to use, or buy mod that has vw already. VW mods range from around $40-$130 at the moment.

There are more techy vw devices due for release soon - the Joyetech Evic, and the Janty Mid. I'm waiting to see initial reviews/test results on those.
I expect we'll see quite a few vw devices coming out. So far the Zmax 2, and the Vamo are good buys - the Vamo is ridiculoulsy low-priced for a sturdy accurate vw mod.
The Segelei Zmax appears to be the same as the original Smoktech in terms of accuracy and functions, but is heavier and the tube itself appears sturdier. It also has an OLED screen.

If you really want a vw box mod then a kick may be a good option currently.

 

[MayLovesMetal]

I have a gunmetal chrome smoketech Zmax V2 and I love it. It works very well, it looks good, it managed to survive a really hard sidewalk dive while I was walking my excited beagle. I like the vw and don't use the vv on it at all, though you certainly can. I like to keep things simple and vw does that for me nicely. I heard a lot of terrible (and untrue) things about it and almost didn't buy it. I'm very glad I did. I'm waiting for a sigelei ss version clone from a coop which I ordered before I bought this one. I still have and use several spinners, a 650 mah vv ego passthrough and a couple of non vv kgos- nothing wrong with any of those for what they are. My zmax though is definitely the one I would take to the desert island if I had to choose. I like the vape time I get from this with an 18650, and that I can generally set it at 8 watts and get the perfect vape; a simple button click changes it for a few juices that seem to want a bit higher or lower wattage. And the grooves in the side on mine are *not* sharp. I have a skin/nervous system disorder that makes my hands extremely sensitive so that would be a real problem for me, thankfully, it is a non-issue. It feels very smooth. I hear the Vamo is good as well. Variable wattage is a nice convenience, particularly maybe for people who for whatever reasons have collected a lot of delivery devices with different ohms ratings.

 

[X P3 Flight Engineer]

VW automatically detects your juice delivery system's resistance and then dials up the voltage for you to the desired set wattage....for example:

you set your PV to 8 watts, you pop on a 3 ohm carto, the device fires up at 8 watts of power to the coil (~5volts)...you then decide you want to switch flavors and pop on a 2.5 ohm carto and fire the device without touching any of the settings...the device fires up at 8 watts of power to the coil (~4.5volts)

it basically does some math for you so you don't have to adjust your settings as much.

In addition; when the resistance changes as the coil heats or cools (or just from age) VW adjusts the voltage to keep the same watts and taste while it is being used.

 

[nanovapr]

In addition; when the resistance changes as the coil heats or cools (or just from age) VW adjusts the voltage to keep the same watts and taste while it is being used.

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This. All carto/atty combinations change resistance, VW keeps your vaping experience the same through these changes..

Technically, every time you put on a new atty/carto/RBA or a fresh battery you are changing the wattage. Anything that is VV lets you vary the wattage, whether you know what it is or not. What is commonly referred to as VW is more accurately called 'regulated power'. You set the wattage you want, and the device (within bounds of reason) will check the resistance at the time, and change the voltage constantly to try to keep it where you set it.

 

[X P3 Flight Engineer]

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This. All carto/atty combinations change resistance, VW keeps your vaping experience the same through these changes..

Technically, every time you put on a new atty/carto/RBA or a fresh battery you are changing the wattage. Anything that is VV lets you vary the wattage, whether you know what it is or not. What is commonly referred to as VW is more accurately called 'regulated power'. You set the wattage you want, and the device (within bounds of reason) will check the resistance at the time, and change the voltage constantly to try to keep it where you set it.

The terms are a little misleading:

Variable Voltage (VV) means you can adjust the Voltage; but it's main advantage is that once it is set, the Voltage doesn't Vary!

Variable Wattage (VW) means you can adjust the Wattage; but it's main advantage is that once it is set, the Wattage doesn't Vary!

Unregulated devices, like kGo, where the voltage Varies from 4.2 volts to 3.5 volts are not Variable Voltage. They are unregulated. Lol

Regulated Voltage devices, like Joye eGo, provide one constant Voltage.

"Regulated Power" may be the proper term for VW (since Power = Watts), but I would think that "Adjustable Power" would be a more accurate description, since it is not "regulated" to one setting.

I'm hoping that I don't confuse anyone, and I know the terms (or the World) will not change to suit me. I'm just trying to help others realize the difference in the terms as they are applied to Vaping.

Relax, Enjoy!

 

[tj99959]

To be honest if it were me, I would hold off for just a bit. A while back a little birdy told me that a new Darwin is in the works, probably based on the new DNA-20 chip. Since the DNA-20 chip fits in a 18650 tube, it wouldn't surprise me to see a more conventional looking Darwin.

Brandon has been doing a lot of R&D this past year with the Kick, DNA-12, charging ports, and the DNA-20. It wouldn't surprise me a bit if he came out with something pretty cool.

 

[nanovapr]

Darwins are regulated, to whatever you adjust it to.

I agree, I woudln't overpay for a Darwin now. Surely lots of cool stuff coming down the road!

 

[userml1653]

I purchased a ego twist with a viva nova to replace my cigarrettes. After vaping for about a week I am enjoying it and decided to upgrade. I think I have norrowed my decision to the lavatube or zmax. varitube.com has the young june lavatube kit for $70 which looks like a good deal. The zmax kit for $90 also looks like a good setup. Any thoughts?

 

[elmattias]

I purchased a ego twist with a viva nova to replace my cigarrettes. After vaping for about a week I am enjoying it and decided to upgrade. I think I have norrowed my decision to the lavatube or zmax. varitube.com has the young june lavatube kit for $70 which looks like a good deal. The zmax kit for $90 also looks like a good setup. Any thoughts?

If you are going Zmax...I'd go with the sigueli....simply because that screen looks amazing.

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[Jayblades]

My coworker and I just got our VAMO's from our co-op earlier in the week. So far so good. Love the device at VV and VW and and running RMS with VW with a ViVi Nova.

Great Lavatube style mod with easy menu for +/- V&W and easy battery life and Ohm checker with the 3 button style. Nice screen too, it's no OLED like of the ZMAV Rev2, but it operates as a mini or a full size with either 1x 18650, 1x 18350, or 2x 18350. Has a very smooth removeable extender.

It's now my goto device, we will see if the eVic can make me change my mind when it comes out.

 

[VapourWong]

To be honest if it were me, I would hold off for just a bit. A while back a little birdy told me that a new Darwin is in the works, probably based on the new DNA-20 chip. Since the DNA-20 chip fits in a 18650 tube, it wouldn't surprise me to see a more conventional looking Darwin.

Brandon has been doing a lot of R&D this past year with the Kick, DNA-12, charging ports, and the DNA-20. It wouldn't surprise me a bit if he came out with something pretty cool.

Im going to hold out to see what the new darwin will bring to the table. My Provari Mini is working just fine for now.

 

[rob g production]

the kalamazoo vapor store Lambo is good, it is basicly a cheaper version of that, i have had them both. mini and full size 18650.. they rule!! lasted over a year....