Was going for the provari but it seems most folks are recommending the ego twist to newbies.

[Craktskull]

The twist is an awesome start for a newb, especially in a dual batt kit. IF, and I do mean if, you find you like varying the voltage for different juices (most do), you might want tighter control of what voltages work for different juices and in different delivery mechanisms.

I own a Provari mini now and it sits unused on my desk. NOT because it's somehow flawed - it's absolutely NOT. It's because I bought a clone from China that's about 1/7th the price and I want my Provari as a back up when this Chinese thing dies - I'm assuming it will eventually.
I actually like the Chinese model better anyway.

I vape my clone on 3.1 or 3.2 volts (indicated and measured) and has the same effect as the Provari at 4.4 or 4.5 volts. Indicated and measured voltages don't always tell the story with Pulse Width Modulated devices though.

Back to the original question. Get a single or dual twist kit with dual attys, cartos or clearomizers and then find the juice you like - at the voltage you like. That's the BIGGEST factor. Once you find your juice, you can experiment with different delivery systems and different juices to dial in your perfect vape.

If vaping IS for you then, you can move up to Lavatubes, Provari's, Chinese clones, ZMax's, etc and experiment with another 60 or 70 variables...........

 

[GIMike]

I think the main thing to take away from all this, is that everybody has their personal preferences. I think we all agree that the ProVari is the top of the line. If you asked us if you should buy a Cadillac or a Kia, I don't think any of us would tell you the Kia is better. Billy Bob may love Chevy, and Jane Doe may prefer Lexus, while Johnnie Boy loves his Honda. But the Kia will get you to and from without a problem. But can it get you there in class and comfort? Ok, enough guy talk, sorry

 

[Off Topic]

If you have the $$ for the Provari setup, Do it. It's powerful, tough, reliable. I started out on the ego-type devices--trust me, you get what you pay for.

Most of the ego type devices I have bought are not working today. They don't stand up to the knocks and drops of continuous use.

 

[VapDrak]

I agree with everybody else. Start out with the twist, and if you like it, all your accessories will be compatible with the provari, so you won't have to worry about redoing everything. I had a twist that only lasted a few days, as it rolled off my table and started acting up so bad I couldn't use it. Now I have a gripper that doesn't roll

I think this is a good advice.

Get a couple of twists and invert money in good accessories and finding juices that appeal to you... Batteries and battery holders are important but the delivery systems and what you deliver is even more important!!!
Anyway you can use your accesories on almost every other MOD you choose later on.
Good Luck on your vaping journey

 

[klynnn]

Everyone talks about high voltage and I just had to try it all but I have found that I am pretty happy at 4.2v. The twist is at about 22-25 dollars and gives you the ability to decide if you want to go further. The provari is a beauty but do I need it, only you can decide.

 

[stormtrouper]

A provari is expensive for someone that doesn't know if they even like vaping yet. If you know you vaping is for you than you can't go wrong with a provari.

 

[Figgy]

I'm a brand new vaper and I went through this same process. I was *this* close to just starting with a Provari. I like the safety features, the precision, the data it gives you. I just didn't know if I'd like vaping and stick with it. So I went with the Twist. I'm probably still going to get a Provari, but I figure these are tiny and very portable. It's not a bad thing to have spares. I could always give them to people interested in vaping if I don't use them. I have a friend who's a heavy smoker and tried a regular e-cig. It didn't work for him. Maybe this will. I plan on putting it in his hand next time he's at my house. If he likes it, I can just give him everything he needs right there at very little expense.

 

[GIMike]

I'm a brand new vaper and I went through this same process. I was *this* close to just starting with a Provari. I like the safety features, the precision, the data it gives you. I just didn't know if I'd like vaping and stick with it. So I went with the Twist. I'm probably still going to get a Provari, but I figure these are tiny and very portable. It's not a bad thing to have spares. I could always give them to people interested in vaping if I don't use them. I have a friend who's a heavy smoker and tried a regular e-cig. It didn't work for him. Maybe this will. I plan on putting it in his hand next time he's at my house. If he likes it, I can just give him everything he needs right there at very little expense.

I think Figgy said it best. I'm going to give away some of my original egos, but I'm hanging onto my VV ego knockoffs as spares in case the gripper doesn't work out. You can't go wrong with Figgy's idea though