Would like to move up to one of these devices and would like some feed back on what others like or dislike about one or the other.
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I have both and I use the Vamo much more than the Vmax. The extra buttons and menu system on the Vamo is much easier to use and I like the flat top better than the cone on the Vmax. Other than that, performance wise, they are identical.
I have a vamo and a ProVari, don't own a v or a zmax. I can highly recommend the stainless steel vamo, well built, easy to use and works well. Just make sure you've got the upgraded spring.
I vote Vamo for 2 reasons. Basically they have the same features but the multi-button system on the vamo is easier than a 1 button system imho. also the vamo can take either 1 18650 or 2 stacked 18350's (powerhouse mode) or 1 18350 for a mini mode (although in 18650 mode it's really long). Also I like a flat top mod. They look a lot better with an rba like the terminator mounted on top. Oops, guess that's 3 reasons!
I believe the spring is gold in color, at least the one I purchased was. Seen the Vamo on a few sites that said it had the upgraded spring and it was gold in color too.
Yep, you don't want the spring that is a dull silver colour, it heats up the end cap and reduces performance of the vamo. Before you hit the buy button just ask the vendor, all vendors should be aware of this by now and shouldn't be selling the dodgy spring.
Vamo user for 2 mos - love it. 350 on the go and 650 when I get home. Easier menu than anything else out there. even if u get the cheesy spring, you can buy em on line for a couple bucks. I've dropped it many times and it still worked. One time I dropped it perfectly straight up and down on the battery cap about 3 feet. the positive pin snapped off the circuit board. had to take apart and solder back on....thats the only con I see in the vamo, but it might've been a fluke. I say try it - best bang for the buck.
BTW I also have a Provari and used the tesla and sigeli zmax so thats what Im basing comparisons to. Good luck!
BTW I also have a Provari and used the tesla and sigeli zmax so thats what Im basing comparisons to. Good luck!
I am a proud owner of the Z-max. I have used both and the feel of the Sigelei Z-max is much better in my opinion. I thnk it's all about budget and brand preferance. I love the Sigelei and will e using one for a long time.
Have both, and prefer the Zmax. But it really comes down to preference. Both are good devices. Vamo is a little less expensive. The button configuration is better, for me, on the Vamo. Good luck !
Evicbetter then both
In what way? Just the puff counter, or is there something else?
Unless you prefer the look of the Zmax ... I'd recommend the Vamo frankly.
As others have mentioned ... the menu system on the Vamo is the quickest out there and you have 3 different battery configurations right out of the box. And of course, it's a cheaper device.
Performance is pretty much identical.
As others have mentioned ... the menu system on the Vamo is the quickest out there and you have 3 different battery configurations right out of the box. And of course, it's a cheaper device.
Performance is pretty much identical.
I have a sigelei zmax and an eVic, vamo on the way too.
Between the zmax and the eVic, I would tell someone to get the eVic before the zmax if they aren't going to vape over 5 volts/11 watts. Reasons being...in device charging, no rattlesnake sound, homescreen shows volts, battery level, watts and ohms (at the same time), it does watts by 0.1 instead of 0.5 and you can change tube and top cap colors.
Yeah, it has a puff counter too...
My sigelei is great, and built great, but I never go above 9 watts so it's not functionally any better for me.
Same thing with the Vamo, I just bought that because the stainless one was like 34 dollars through a coop.
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Had a Zmax, all my coworkers have them, I got the last sigelei in the store. I loved them both, never used the vamo. The Zmax/Sigeleis look more flush, they're aesthetically nicer looking. The Vamo's feel better in the hand though. My only legitimate complaint about the Zmaxes is the plated finish on a copper body. I'll get a picture of my old gun metal zmax and how the finish just came RIGHT off. Looks pretty bad, still functions though. From my experience, you can run them (the Zmax) over with a car and it'll still function. Sigelei for the finish, CNC'd stainless body, and menu, Zmax for being able to be run over by a car. I think the vamo will give you a lot less of a learning curve than the Zmax would. But everyone here seems to be saying the vamo, so I say go for that.
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Okay I'll bite - where are you finding different color top caps for the eVic? I can't find any king of replacement.
And back on topic.
Vamo
Sigelei Zmax
eVic
All good choices. decide what you need from the device then decide which one will perform closest to your needs.
I use the Vamo for flavor testing with an IGO-L and some of my tanks.
eVic is for my Kangers/Ce5's and some cartos
Passed on the Sigelei Zmax until it is offered with Ego threading(for Kangers) no since in buying twice
They show the different evic color tubes on the joyetech website but i haven't seen them for sale anywhere yet (I havent looked very hard though).
Since OP asked about Zmax or Vamo specifically...
I have both and am hard pressed to pick one as "better". Both have features which make them good. But if you ask me which I use the most, its the Vamo. Its just more versatile being able to use it in shorty mode or full length. The menu is much more convenient than the one button menu mods are. The three button system on the Vamo makes a big difference when you use a mod a lot - its quicker and easier.
For me the Zmax looks nicer, feels more compact and just seems sturdier. Yet the Vamo is sturdy too. The Vamo is longer than the Zmax in 18650 mode. Here's a couple of pics so you can see the sizes:
Zmax and Vamo 18650:
Vamo 18350, Zmax 18650:
I have both and am hard pressed to pick one as "better". Both have features which make them good. But if you ask me which I use the most, its the Vamo. Its just more versatile being able to use it in shorty mode or full length. The menu is much more convenient than the one button menu mods are. The three button system on the Vamo makes a big difference when you use a mod a lot - its quicker and easier.
For me the Zmax looks nicer, feels more compact and just seems sturdier. Yet the Vamo is sturdy too. The Vamo is longer than the Zmax in 18650 mode. Here's a couple of pics so you can see the sizes:
Zmax and Vamo 18650:
Vamo 18350, Zmax 18650:
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I wish I could give my two cents on the other two mods, but I only have a Vamo. I found it very easy to adapt to, and the menu system is pretty intuitive, even though mine didn't come with a manual of any sort I had figured out how to work it completely within 10 minutes of it being out of the box.There are guides on the forum if you need them, though. I love being able to fine tune my flavors, I use the variable wattage feature more than I do variable voltage.
I hope you enjoy whatever device you decide on, they all seem like they have their perks! I shopped around a lot and still have mods on my wishlist - It's a fun thing to research on for me.
I hope you enjoy whatever device you decide on, they all seem like they have their perks! I shopped around a lot and still have mods on my wishlist - It's a fun thing to research on for me.
Probably after the chinese holiday. You can also use the ego mod 18650 and 18350 tubes though you will still have the same top cap.
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