Vandy Vape Jackaroo

[Belushi]

Looks like Vandy vape is out with a contender to the Aegis mods called the Vandy Vape Jackaroo. Was looking at the Aegis Solo when I came across this, but I like the 21700 platform of the Vandy Vape better.

Anybody received one yet? If so, do you like the build quality compared to the Aegis mods? Currently have a SXMini SL which I really like, but looking for a change up every once in a while, maybe something a-bit more firm of a grip in the hand for out and about, etc...

 

[RayofLight62]

I believe the Jackaroo to be slightly better than the Solo for choice of material and general design.

As personal choice, I would buy the Solo anyway. This because the Jackaroo cannot be charged via USB, and I charge all my mods via USB (or via a dedicated charger, as it is the case of Dicodes or some wireless charging mods).

Some old vape devices do not charge well via USB, but virtually all devices I have bought in the last six months have excellent on-board chargers.

 

[Belushi]

I believe the Jackaroo to be slightly better than the Solo for choice of material and general design.

As personal choice, I would buy the Solo anyway. This because the Jackaroo cannot be charged via USB, and I charge all my mods via USB (or via a dedicated charger, as it is the case of Dicodes or some wireless charging mods).

Some old vape devices do not charge well via USB, but virtually all devices I have bought in the last six months have excellent on-board chargers.

You have a point, I guess they have to do that to make it 100% water proof (e.g. submergible). I usually charge my batteries externally at home, but when traveling I use the USB so I don't have to bring a charger, plus have had a few emergencies where I forgot to change my battery, but could always hook to a USB for a quick refresh.. May be a deal breaker for me too, we will see.

 

[Don29palms]

Vandy Vape is a crappy company that pumps out garbage.

 

[stols001]

I can't say much other than Geekvape's stuff is solid. It's consistently good.

The one Vandy Vape Item I own (I won it) I would not exactly go out of my way to pay for their stuff.. It wasn't bad, exactly or anything just not super extra great.

It could have been that one thing I guess IDK.

Anna

 

[Belushi]

Just wish the Solo was a 21700, 16850 is fine for dual batteries, but for single... don’t understand why Aegis limited the solo with a 18650, would add minimal to the size. Wife has a Aegis mini, love the feel and build, just would prefer an external battery with a longer runtime.

 

[Bigbob2322]

Iv'e been using mine for a few weeks with 0 problems. The mod feels great in the hand I just wish it wasn't so heavy. My Jackaroo has been on my desk mainly with no drops, but a buddy of mine bought the full kit and dropped it from a height of about 8 to 10 feet, the tank glass broke of course but aside from a little scrape the mod works fine and so does the tank minus the bubble glass.This is the color I have.

 

[Bigbob2322]

Jackaroo and Aegis Solo together.

 

[Belushi]

Iv'e been using mine for a few weeks with 0 problems. The mod feels great in the hand I just wish it wasn't so heavy. My Jackaroo has been on my desk mainly with no drops, but a buddy of mine bought the full kit and dropped it from a height of about 8 to 10 feet, the tank glass broke of course but aside from a little scrape the mod works fine and so does the tank minus the bubble glass.This is the color I have.

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Is your side plate metal? A bit confused on the G10 vs resin side plates, my assumption is the G10 side plate is some type of metal.

Edit: Really asking if the G10 is painted and susceptible to chipping?

 

[Bigbob2322]

Not metal but a very hard plastic. G10 is what handgun grips are made of.

 

[Belushi]

Not metal but a very hard plastic. G10 is what handgun grips are made of.

Thanks.. Doesn’t sound like there would be a concern of chipping then.

 

[Bigbob2322]

It will scratch the G10 plates though.

 

[Belushi]

It will scratch the G10 plates though.

Nice comparison Picts of the two. Both are nice looking.

Had a Smok a while back that got scratched up and looked like crap within months. I was thinking on going with the resin for that purpose. But it sounds like the G10 should resist scratches, better surface for paint to bond with compared to metal (I would think).

DJLsb Vapes has a review where he drove over the Jackaroo and the resin side plate was destroyed, but kept working. Note, he was going pretty fast causing the Jackaroo to shoot out the back, not a slow roll over.

 

[Tonee N]

I have the Aegis lines and just got my Jackaroo. I am very impressed with the Jackaroo. Great build quality. The menu system is more intricate than the Geekvape models but I enjoy having more options with my devices.

 

[Gerico]

I have all the Aegis and also the Jackaroo. They are all excellent and resistant boxes. I like Jackaroo more than Aegis, but it really weighs too much, I use it at home, but if I leave the house I take the Solo. The Solo has excellent battery management, so it is also good with the 18650, it is also very easy to use, but if the weight doesn't bother you, take the Jackaroo. Bye.

 

[Fidola13]

Looks like Vandy Vape is out with a contender to the Aegis mods called the Vandy Vape Jackaroo. Was looking at the Aegis Solo when I came across this, but I like the 21700 platform of the Vandy Vape better.

Anybody received one yet? If so, do you like the build quality compared to the Aegis mods? Currently have a SXMini SL which I really like, but looking for a change up every once in a while, maybe something a-bit more firm of a grip in the hand for out and about, etc...

I’m looking for a single batter rough n tuff mod as well. Most of my mods don’t leave the house. I have a Legend but it’s big and bulky to me. I wish the had gone with a 21700 or some such batter. I already have a kazzilion single 18650 mods.

That’s why I’d probably lean towards the jackaroo. Have you seen any at a good price?

 

[Bigbob2322]

Here's a few good price's for the mod only @Fidola13 .

Vandy Vape Jackaroo Mod - Shock, Water, and Dust Resistant
Vandy Vape Jackaroo 100W Mod

 

[Fidola13]

Thanks Bob. I ended up going with the Solo.

 

[Bigbob2322]

Thanks Bob. I ended up going with the Solo.

You will have 0 problems with the solo, so much lighter than the Jackaroo and the Solo manages battery life very well. I have 1 Jackaroo and 2 Aegis Solo and I'm picking up the Aegis Solo more often than the Jackaroo especially when out and about. I was sent a couple of Solos from GeekVape for review, keep your eyes open,my review will be soon.

 

[Fidola13]

You will have 0 problems with the solo, so much lighter than the Jackaroo and the Solo manages battery life very well. I have 1 Jackaroo and 2 Aegis Solo and I'm picking up the Aegis Solo more often than the Jackaroo especially when out and about. I was sent a couple of Solos from GeekVape for review, keep your eyes open,my review will be soon.

Looking forward to reading your review!