I am thinking about getting one of these as my first mod and I would like some pros and cons about them from actual users. I am still learning, but I am ready for an upgrade! Keep it nice! 
VTR and Provari pros and cons
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I'm not 'yet' a user of either, but I'll have my say anyway 
I'd say Provari: there's no tank size restriction, on anecdotal evidence it seems that a Provari is built out of kryptonite, and you don't seem to have to consider the resistance of your tank/device to the extent you would with the VTR.
A Provari may cost more, but if you've ditched the analogues who cares.
I'd say Provari: there's no tank size restriction, on anecdotal evidence it seems that a Provari is built out of kryptonite, and you don't seem to have to consider the resistance of your tank/device to the extent you would with the VTR.A Provari may cost more, but if you've ditched the analogues who cares.
VTR is limited for tank size, unless you use the extension or mod it further. Uses PWM on the output. Not the 33hz but 47hz. PWM goes away after 6v. Doesn't fire as smoothly as some mods. Innokin puts out some nice products.
The provari? Not much to say other than it works and works well. Warranty, customer service (US) and repairable for a reasonable cost.
I really like the MVP as a good place to start, if you like the form factor. But you didn't ask about those!
The provari? Not much to say other than it works and works well. Warranty, customer service (US) and repairable for a reasonable cost.
I really like the MVP as a good place to start, if you like the form factor. But you didn't ask about those!
I have both and use both. Both have advantages and disadvantages. First the VTR is big and heavy. It produces great vapor and is very easy to use, and to change settings. However, changing settings is not something that I do constantly. I find what I like and leave it alone. If you use your mod to check ohms when building coils, the advantage is definitely VTR. For ease of carry, and lighter weight, advantage is the Provari. Variable watts is not really necessary as varied watts and varied volts do the same thing, it's just a different measurement. The VTR does both. The Provari is only variable voltage. Again, same thing. Both are very well built. The Provari seems to give better hits throughout battery life. It is classy to the extreme. It is a status symbol in many circles. I have seen VTRs as low as $60 new. Provari starts at $159. Now something that I experienced is even after I got a VTR, I still wanted the Provari. When I got the Provari, I had no desire for anything else.
Just got my VTR... have had a Provari for a while now.
There will probably be more informed opinions to follow, but I can say they are both solid mods.
The VTR is a relatively heavy mod. That (for some) is probably the only downfall between the two. (well the price differential of course as well). The reason that I got the VTR was that I wanted something that "protected" the 510 connection. I more often than not keep my mods in my pocket, and always have a fear of the connection threads getting stripped since that is the weakest point in the device. The VTR fits that purpose. There is the issue of tank size (as mentioned above). However, it does come with the extension tube so larger tanks can easily be used and it will have more of a form factor of the iTaste MVP.
On the other side, I have no complaints about the Provari. If you look around you can get a good deal on a gently used one as well. Check out the classified section here.
If money isnt an issue, then I would just have it boil down to what form factor you like... tube mod vs box mod. If money is an issue.. then the VTR will win out.
Hope that helps.
There will probably be more informed opinions to follow, but I can say they are both solid mods.
The VTR is a relatively heavy mod. That (for some) is probably the only downfall between the two. (well the price differential of course as well). The reason that I got the VTR was that I wanted something that "protected" the 510 connection. I more often than not keep my mods in my pocket, and always have a fear of the connection threads getting stripped since that is the weakest point in the device. The VTR fits that purpose. There is the issue of tank size (as mentioned above). However, it does come with the extension tube so larger tanks can easily be used and it will have more of a form factor of the iTaste MVP.
On the other side, I have no complaints about the Provari. If you look around you can get a good deal on a gently used one as well. Check out the classified section here.
If money isnt an issue, then I would just have it boil down to what form factor you like... tube mod vs box mod. If money is an issue.. then the VTR will win out.
Hope that helps.
I have both. And since I got into bigger tanks I no longer use my VTR. It is a great mod, but I won't use it with the extension. So I would go with the Provari. That and nothing beats a Provari!
Thanks for y'alls help. The VTR is very heavy, but cheaper. The Provari, like it was mentioned, is a status symbol. I like them both. I did think about getting the MVP at some point. I will just have to weigh the options. Thanks!
The vtr is a great price point for what you get, and with a little modification becomes an awesome PV. I cut the ring off of mine so it would fit a Russian 91, and the two work amazingly well together. Granted, I had to take a dremel to the mod to get it where I wanted it, but at less than half the price of the Provari, I didn't mind that much. It makes for a unique form factor and is immensely pocketable (for me, at least).
No, they are definitely NOT the same thing. Not even close.
Try this...
Put in a 2.5ohm coil and adjust your Variable Voltage setting until it tastes and vapes right to you. Then, change to a 1.5ohm coil and don't change a thing on the VTR and see what happens.
With variable wattage you set the wattage output and the mod will adjust the voltage as necessary on the fly to achieve that wattage. Change to a different ohm coil and you can leave the wattage setting alone, it will automatically adjust the voltage so you get the same vape from the lower ohm coil without making any changes to your settings.
Personally, I find that it's variable voltage that is near useless. Voltage has to constantly be adjusted where wattage can be left alone. (But then again I also much prefer vaping on a Nemesis with a Kick2 than an SVD)
Personally, I find that variable wattage is useless. All my toppers are purchased in the same resistance range. Even so, I change flavors 3 - 4 times a day and change my voltage to each flavor's sweet spot. Therefore, even with variable wattage I'd still be making adjustments to fine tune the power output to the juice.
So, it just depends upon your vaping habits. If you enjoy all of your flavors at a certain wattage, use the variable wattage mode. If you enjoy fine tuning your voltage to your different flavor's sweet spot, use the variable voltage mode.
Either method gets you to the same place eventually.
The VTR definitely looks cool, but it is heavy, and to me felt awkward in my hand. I have and LOVE my ProVari, it's comfortable, easy to use, solidly built, and I love using it and it feels great in my hand. But yeah it's expensive. Worth it though.
What I'd actually suggest, is get yourself an MVP 2. Out of my collection, the ONLY mod the MVP takes 2nd place to is my ProVari. It only costs around $40-$60 depending on where you buy it. You can't replace the battery, but at 2600mah it's a long lasting battery to start with. It has VV and VW as well. I only use the VV (same reason Baditude said) but I friggin love this thing.
If you want a ProVari, use the MVP while you save up for it. Best of both worlds!
I have 4 MVP's in my collection...lol
What I'd actually suggest, is get yourself an MVP 2. Out of my collection, the ONLY mod the MVP takes 2nd place to is my ProVari. It only costs around $40-$60 depending on where you buy it. You can't replace the battery, but at 2600mah it's a long lasting battery to start with. It has VV and VW as well. I only use the VV (same reason Baditude said) but I friggin love this thing.
If you want a ProVari, use the MVP while you save up for it. Best of both worlds!
I have 4 MVP's in my collection...lol
I have both. And since I got into bigger tanks I no longer use my VTR. It is a great mod, but I won't use it with the extension. So I would go with the Provari. That and nothing beats a Provari!
Except for price and Hype. Join the Provari cult!
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