Want to step up but don't know which one

[unclestu]

Hi everyone.
Up until last week all I knew about ecigs were from the ones that I purchased from 7/11 or a gas staion. In fact I was not even familiar with the term vaping. I have been using ecigs as mentioned above for about a year.
I want to step up but am confused with all the terminology.
I am starting to work my way through the maze of new terms. Carto, atimizer, clearamizer, tank, single coi,l dual coil. It all makes my head spin.

There are so many devices and I don't know were to start.
Not knowing much I have become attracted to the Provari and from what I have been reading seems to be regarded as the best.
Would a Provari be a good choice for a person who has only used the cheap gas staion variety ecigs?
I understand that it has variable voltage and though I don't understand why one would need variable voltage I guess it must be a good thing.
I also was atracted to the ZMax in stainless steel. Also a variable mod. Though I think I like a USA made product better.
There is a big difference in price between the two. Is the Provari that much better?
Thanks

Stu

 

[The Ocelot]

Hi everyone.
Up until last week all I knew about ecigs were from the ones that I purchased from 7/11 or a gas staion. In fact I was not even familiar with the term Vaping. I have been using ecigs as mentioned above for about a year.
I want to step up but am confused with all the terminology.
I am starting to work my way through the maze of new terms. Carto, atimizer, clearamizer, tank, single coi,l dual coil. It all makes my head spin.

There are so many devices and I don't know were to start.
Not knowing much I have become attracted to the Provari and from what I have been reading seems to be regarded as the best.
Would a Provari be a good choice for a person who has only used the cheap gas staion variety ecigs?
I understand that it has variable voltage and though I don't understand why one would need variable voltage I guess it must be a good thing.
I also was atracted to the ZMax in stainless steel. Also a variable mod. Though I think I like a USA made product better.
There is a big difference in price between the two. Is the Provari that much better?
Thanks

Stu

Hi Stu - congratulations on the choice to get off of tobacco.

Do you need a ProVari? No. Do you want a ProVari? Maybe. How much money do you have to spend? I have two and love them to pieces, but I also love and use my Twists. No matter how advanced you end up going in the vaping world, it never hurts to have a Twist or Spinner in your back-up arsenal.

Currently, this is the best bang for your buck I know of: http://www.myvaporstore.com/Vision_Spinner_Joye_Ego_C_Twist_Combo_p/vvs-c.htm

 

[wandawag]

welcome to ecf. i have only been vaping for just over four months and am happy with my inexpensive setup. however, if money were not an issue, i would own me a provari after all i have read about them....it would be mine. i have noticed a lot of beginner vapers are jumping right in to provari and are glad they didn't spend all the money experimenting on other equipment........

 

[Stormy1960]

This might help clear up some things E-cigs - Vaping for Beginners (Part 2) - Batteries and Voltages - YouTube

 

[The Ocelot]

welcome to ecf. i have only been vaping for just over four months and am happy with my inexpensive setup. however, if money were not an issue, i would own me a provari after all i have read about them....it would be mine. i have noticed a lot of beginner vapers are jumping right in to provari and are glad they didn't spend all the money experimenting on other equipment........

There are a couple of ways to look at that. Vaping has an unavoidable learning curve. You have to find out what works best for you. I don't regret a dime that I have spent on any of it because I don't smoke anymore.

When you read about people who consider they have "wasted" money before getting a ProVari or VAMO, they tend to be complaining about money spent on other mods, not money spent on a Twist/Spinner.

Keep in mind that when you buy a mod, you are buying the body only. You still have to buy batteries, a charger, some kind of carto/tank/whatever to put on top of it, and hopefully have some money left to try some juice flavors.

 

[eratikmind]

VV is quite beneficial, as it allows the vaper to change the voltage to accommodate the different resistance ratings of various juice delivery devices.

Did I need to purchase a provari? . . . No. However, I am very pleased that I did. At the same time, my VV joyetech ego-c twists see a lot of vaping, as well.

Purchased what you need to suit your individual vaping requirements. Anything beyond that is an extra bonus.

- Andy

 

[jxc0175]

If I knew then what I know now I would have not purchased any other device I bought. I would have went right to the Provari. Without getting into an extremely technical explanation, variable volts allows you to adjust the temp that the coil is heated. Basically, it gives you the ability to find the best flavor for your topper (carto tank, clearo, etc.).

 

[The Ocelot]

If I knew then what I know now...

How did you learn what you know now?

ETA: If the OP has the money for a ProVari, $70.00 for a Twist/Spinner kit that already comes with 2 types of delivery systems to try out, should be small change.

 

[breakingpeace]

I went from an ego to vmod then to a provari. Just step up to a provari.

 

[Aceman12]

Hi Stu - congratulations on the choice to get off of tobacco.

Do you need a ProVari? No. Do you want a ProVari? Maybe. How much money do you have to spend? I have two and love them to pieces, but I also love and use my Twists. No matter how advanced you end up going in the vaping world, it never hurts to have a Twist or Spinner in your back-up arsenal.

Currently, this is the best bang for your buck I know of: http://www.myvaporstore.com/Vision_Spinner_Joye_Ego_C_Twist_Combo_p/vvs-c.htm

Yeah this is the best kit fresh from disposables or analogs. I would use this for a bit before plunging into a provari. Simply because its only a power source. You still need to figure out what juice and what tank you like. But once you get that figured out you can't do better than a provari. It's the sako/Ferrari/Rolex of the ecigs. Nothing you need but cool as hell.

 

[bnrkwest]

For me I started with slim ecigs, they worked great for me to quit, then I went to GLV mini, fabulous for me, then I went to Provari. It works great, a top notch APV, but then I was intrigued with ego style because they were portable and easy to take out and about. Ego style ecigs are light weight and fun. For me they are my fav type. I love the Provari too with glass carto tanks, but it is heavy and not as good on the go for me. You gotta luv a ego type for handy. Plus if you loose it, it is not like loosing a Provari with an expensive handblown glass tank on top Heaven forbid! LOL bnrk

 

[Kanj.nguyen]

I will NEVER get a Provari. There is no need for it.

Vision Spinner is a solid start. Many people actually never feel the need to step up from the eGo/ Spinner class; matter of fact, most people dont. It does what you need, comes cheap, and good quality.

Lets face it, those of us who go further than eGos into mods are hobbyists. {EDIT}

Start with the Spinner and an eVod. Im giving you specific things to get here. And thats all you'll ever need. They will give you a very satisfying vape, and a whole lot of money left to buy delicious juice. Once you are comfortable with vaping and feel like digging deeper into this game, then you will do your own research and form your own opinion. Then, you will know what you want {EDIT}

All this stupidity is getting on my nerve.

{EDIT}

 

[bnrkwest]

When it comes to vaping, my motto has always been treat yourself, what ever it takes to stay off analogs, it is worth it. From slim types to higher end PV's, what ever it takes to keep you vaping and interested, do it. Treat yourself often, now everyone go buy something LOL If you want a Provari or Vamo or Genesis, or ego, whatever, just do it for yourself. Once you are happy with your own unit, you will be a happy vaper. bnrk

 

[Myrany]

See I am on the fence about getting a provari. I am going to be honest I am a no fiddle with it vaper. I like the idea of variable wattage a whole lot more than variable voltage. With variable wattage once I find my sweet spot watts wise a variable wattage device will try to adjust itself to my preferred wattage no matter WHAT delivery device is screw onto it. Yeah I might have to tweak a touch but it isn't starting from scratch every time. As far as I know the provari is VV not VW.

Now I know that is WAY too technical for an absolute beginner. Take it as a reason why everyone has to find what works best for them regardless of what is the current hottest item out there.

Edit: Let me add that if Provari does do VW and I just don't know about it then I have to get past the hurdle of why spend $200 when a Vamo does VW for $60.

 

[Hiding]

See I am on the fence about getting a provari. I am going to be honest I am a no fiddle with it vaper. I like the idea of variable wattage a whole lot more than variable voltage. With variable wattage once I find my sweet spot watts wise a variable wattage device will try to adjust itself to my preferred wattage no matter WHAT delivery device is screw onto it. Yeah I might have to tweak a touch but it isn't starting from scratch every time. As far as I know the provari is VV not VW.

Now I know that is WAY too technical for an absolute beginner. Take it as a reason why everyone has to find what works best for them regardless of what is the current hottest item out there.

If you're on the fence look at the VAMO's less expensive, and is vv/vw.

 

[Kanj.nguyen]

^ i second the VAMO. The Chinese knows their stuff.

 

[jxc0175]

And then it breaks, then what? You pay $200 for the durability, the accuracy, the YEAR warranty, and the fact that Provape can and will repair it.

 

[sonicdsl]

You see, this is what's so cool about vaping right now. There are so many types of devices available, from cigalikes to APV's & mega-mods that there's sure to be something for everyone! Since there's not one thing that's right for everyone, it's great that there's a wide variety of choices!

I'm glad people can share what works for them so newbies & vets alike can learn about different options, but... let's not get away from the topic of helping people and degenerate into an opinion bashing contest.

Thanks

 

[bnrkwest]

In a way it is like looking at tanks, lots of them out there, lots of different prices too. But what is the best for the individual, everyone has their favorite tank set up. What ever works. You also have to have a power source, a battery. A unit either has a built in batt or a unit takes replaceable batts.
What housing do you want to put your replaceable batts in? Your choice, lots to choose from out there. No one unit is right for everyone. And that is the fun of it, choices, lots of choices. bnrk

 

[jxc0175]

Hi everyone.
Up until last week all I knew about ecigs were from the ones that I purchased from 7/11 or a gas staion. In fact I was not even familiar with the term Vaping. I have been using ecigs as mentioned above for about a year.
I want to step up but am confused with all the terminology.
I am starting to work my way through the maze of new terms. Carto, atimizer, clearamizer, tank, single coi,l dual coil. It all makes my head spin.

There are so many devices and I don't know were to start.
Not knowing much I have become attracted to the Provari and from what I have been reading seems to be regarded as the best.
Would a Provari be a good choice for a person who has only used the cheap gas staion variety ecigs?
I understand that it has variable voltage and though I don't understand why one would need variable voltage I guess it must be a good thing.
I also was atracted to the ZMax in stainless steel. Also a variable mod. Though I think I like a USA made product better.
There is a big difference in price between the two. Is the Provari that much better?
Thanks

Stu

For the record, he brought up Provari not me. I said I wish I would have gotten one in the beginning because I would have saved a bunch of money on stuff that could not be repaired when it broke. He can experience this "learning curve" with any device. Then the Provari user love came from two users. Unclestu, here is a chart that should kind of help to explain what volts to use with what resistance. It helped me learn about VV.

http://imgur.com/r/electronic_cigarette/Ohn8o