VV REO Grand vs Provari

[derekmeow]

I wonder should I choose VV REO Grand or Provari v2 Mini?

As I know VV REO Grand carries VV chip made by Notcigs, whereas Provari v2 Mini carries buck-boost converter.

Which chip is much preferable? Which chip has higher efficiency?

Hopefully you guys can share your point of views.

 

[Titanium]

Get ready for a storm of people.
BUMBITTYBUMBITTYBUM

 

[Cory saylor]

PROVARI ...! that is all.

 

[zapped]

I'd go for whichever is the most accurate.For me, its not so much the variable voltage as it is the regulated voltage.

 

[Off Topic]

Provari: machined stainless.
Reo: Aluminum.

Machined stainless wins.

How does the Reo achive VV? Heatsink?

 

[Z_Ghost]

Can not comment on the VV REO Grand, never had one but I use my ProVari every day.

 

[justinred]

Totally different creatures these two.

Box mod vs tube mod.
Bottom feeder vs battery mod.
aluminum vs stainless steel.

Like asking if one prefers apples to oranges.

 

[derekmeow]

Both mods are considered Variable Voltage mod, I am more concerned on the chip used in both mods instead of design or built. Which chip do you think more efficient?

 

[Titanium]

See?
Wasn't my prediction right?
Duh, This is a ProVari thread.

 

[derekmeow]

I am not good on electronic stuffs, so I wish you guys can share your point of views on the VV chips carried in both mods.

 

[Titanium]

For the money, quality, warranty and how accurate it is just get the Provari.
Bottomfeeders are a breed needing a lot of care and work.
The Provari has a much more perfect VV control.
When you want 4.6 volts it'll deliver 4.6 volts.
And it's indestructible.
Someone fired it out of a gun once.

 

[Racehorse]

I am not good on electronic stuffs, so I wish you guys can share your point of views on the VV chips carried in both mods.

I see that you asked a specific question and instead recieved answers regarding everything but the question you asked.
I believe this was your question:

VV REO Grand carries VV chip made by Notcigs, whereas Provari v2 Mini carries buck-boost converter.

Which chip is much preferable? Which chip has higher efficiency?

Hopefully, somebody who knows about the difference in the chips comes along

( cuz I think we all already know the difference between stainless steel and aluminum. )

However, I agree with Justininred, I don't think comparing these two mods, regardless of the chip, is going to yield a fair comparison, they really are pretty different in ways that will make the chip question somewhat moot.

Bottomfeeders are a breed needing a lot of care and work.

Really? I got a bottom feeder precisely because it's so simple and easy....

 

[Off Topic]

I drop my provari on to concrete at least once a week. Narry a scratch.

I killed half a dozen eGo type devices due to dropping. I'm not knocking them, they just aren't for the clumsy.

 

[kiwivap]

As "vs" posts go this is one of the bigger mismatches I've seen. I'd suggest doing a forum search on each pv - or looking in the APV section. I don't know why things are framed up one pv "vs" another so often when it is, as some-one said, like comparing apples and oranges.
You're also more likely to find info/feedback on the chips in the APV section.

 

[Baditude]

The Provari uses a patented Accuset microprocessor said to be military grade. It is designed to provide the same user-set voltage output to the juice delivery attachment throughout the duration of the battery life within 1% accuracy. It monitors the battery voltage and atty ohm rating continuously and adjusts itself accordingly to provide the set voltage. If you are looking for voltage accuracy for a consistant vaping experience, then the Provari is for you. It uses a single battery. It has a built-in voltage meter and ohm meter, both that provide measurements under true load (most accurate).

I can't speak about the Reo Grand from personal experience. I do know that it costs more than the Provari for a unit that is not as well constructed. Voltage is set by a turning wheel, so it is pretty much done "by taste". No voltage or resistance meter. It utilizes 2 stacked batteries to be able to do variable voltage, so there is a cost factor there in the long run of needing 2 batteries vs one with the Provari.

Unless you are looking for a bottom feeder specifically or just like the box mod form factor, the choice seems like a no brainer to me.

 

[Titanium]

We have good post /\

 

[TrueNews]

As far as I remember 'Buck Boost' is the terminology used for switching power supplies (just like the one in your PC)
'Buck' refers to a decrease in voltage (compared to the source voltage) and 'Boost' refers to an increase in voltage.
(eg. 3.7v battery 'Bucked' to 3.2v or 'Boosted' to 4.8v).

To know which 'chip' is better then you would need to know exactly what each chip did - you would normally need to have a grasp of switching power supply design, including concepts like flyback and frequency modulation.

I would give more advice if I could but this is a pretty specialist area that is way above my 'pay grade'.

I am still stunned that Joye can get this technology into an Ego Twist.

 

[tj99959]

Apples and oranges for sure. The two are different ways to vape with different needs. IMO a Reo Grand with a Kick installed makes more sence than the VV Reo Grand. Just to bad that Brandon doesn't make the Kick with a 15 or 20 watt limit instead of just 10.

I like the chip set in the Provari, it's accurate and the Provari is very versital, however (just my opinion again) the aluminum Reo is a better choice if you like a dripping atomizer. (the Reo just drips from the bottom instead of the top of the atty) because SS absorbs heat and aluminum disipates heat.

So I guess the bottom line for me at least is how I intend to use the PV would be more of a determining factor than which chip set is better.

 

[kiwivap]

It monitors the battery voltage and atty ohm rating continuously and adjusts itself accordingly to provide the set voltage.

Yes, although to be honest that wording sounded a bit confusing to me. It gives the voltage set, it doesn't adjust voltage to match the ohms. The user sets the voltage.
The user sets the voltage, and it maintains that voltage. It's up to you to match the ohms to the voltage. Saying it "adjusts itself" can be misconstrued. If you set the voltage too high for the ohms it won't adjust itself. It will fire at the voltage you set.

Accuset technology may be what they use, but doesn't answer which chip is better. And its still apples and oranges.

 

[muriarte]

You really can´t compare a bottom feeder with a regular feeder. The taste is totally different. I like the Provari, but the taste of a bottom feeder is better than a carto or a tank.