Well, it should be obvious by my lack of avatar and number of posts that I am also a newbie. I have lurked here since last November before finally taking the leap this month. My husband and I had decided to give up analogs as much as possible for our health. I wavered back and forth, taking heed of all the good advice I found here, looking at LOTS of different setups and mods. But I knew my husband would not put up with any complex equipment or procedures or some large contraption falling out of his pocket while he was working. So I was looking for a cigarette-sized device with an adequate battery and simple cartomizers he could change quickly.
After lots of looking and comparing, I decided to go with the Volt system. I made the decision because I would be doing any maintenance/training/convincing for my husband who is still proud to be a good ol' country boy in public. I wanted to get the kit with the PCC (personal charging case which carries and charges batteries) so my husband would be sure to have charged batteries when he was at work. They were, of course, out of stock so I went with the best they had and got the rest that I needed piece-meal. Ordered Sunday evening, package arrived Wednesday afternoon even though it was free shipping. Unpacked (everything there and in great condition) and began to explore the parts and flavors. He took it to work Thursday and I figured he would be using it about 50/50 with his analogs. He came home last night with the proud announcement that he had only smoked 8 cigarettes all day. WOWZA! From a pack a day to 8. I was tickled. (I had 3 but who's counting?)
We both like the Volt. Batteries actually last 10-12 hours for me and I get to vape all day long. Husband only used one battery during work but he only gets to use it at breaks and lunch. Extra benefit: he can use it in the small bathrooms on the factory floor which have fire alarms that respond to smoke but not vapor! I also got two pass-through sets so we could use those in the car. I got black batteries for him, colored for mine so we could quickly tell the difference, wall chargers, car chargers, sample packs, blank carts, end tips. We have had different reactions to the flavors, as he has no problem using RY4 as his fave while I am trying Menthol Burst, Ice Menthol, Mint but still haven't found anything I love.
I was a menthol pack-a-day smoker for past 42 years, starting with Salem, then on to Benson & Hedges, Virginia Slims, and finally ending with Capri Menthol. I will admit I am searching for a flavor I can stay with but as I understand it, that is normal for some menthol smokers. I will be buying some sample e-liquids looking for better or different flavors. But for us to be able to back off smoking, even 50% and more, is a great joy.
I know this is long but I hope it helps you with your choice. I am sure I will be moving on to something bigger and better and more expensive, but for right now, the Volt is allowing us to get a real feel for e-cigs and the change in lifestyle they require. I think they are a perfect introduction and will probably be our go-to e-cig for at least 6 - 8 months or until I save up enough to make the next power-up. The best of luck on your journey.
