Which ONE: eLeaf-iStick or MVP 2.0 with Aspire Nautilus or Nautilus Mini?

[SassyCoder]

Hey guys,

So I am new, this question has probably been asked before however I'd like to ask again because I'm different

Before I get into it my username is just in relation to the fact that I study computer science, and have been told my personality is 'Sassy'

So here's a back story:
I was smoking for a couple of years, and quit about 4 months ago and bought my very first e-cig which was an iTaste VV V3.0 and after about a 3 weeks it broke and I'm pretty sure now after gaining a bit of knowledge the atomizers I used (iclear 16) had leaked and kind of destroyed something in the circuit - I'm still unsure what happened as till this day I haven't charged it and it's still on full battery haha. So I went to totally-wicked and bought an ego C-twist and that was fine had a decent set up but still pretty much a newb and spent a stupid amount of money on e-liquid etc etc, and then i lost it somehow on the bus about 2 weeks ago, I then bought a substitute right away but a cheap one as a backup as 'Vision Spinner 2'.

Now after doing a lot of research I want a box mod, don't care for these new DNA 30 chips etc, so I think the two I've suggested in my title is within my budget and also after more research the aspire nautilus looks like a worthy investment .

I like the iStick more because of where the power button is placed and i like the size, plus it's more new compared to MVP, I know there's a version 3 for the MVP coming out soon and it'll probably be outside my budget and cannot be bothered to wait to be honest. So when I get the new one my vision spinner will become my back up, so this brings up the question:

Should I get iStick with Nautilus mini - that way If it was on charge i can use nautilus on vision spinner.
Should I get iStick with Nautilus - if so, the tank is going to look stupid on my vision spinner - but will it be ok in terms of will it work?

I'm thinking of Nautilus because it holds more juice and i can put the nautilus mini coil heads in it.

I really do apologise for the long thread, productive and constructive replies are welcome

 

[JeepyG]

I think you have talked yourself into your preferred choice already.
The eLeaf-iStick with an Aspire Nautilus (mini or full size) will be a nice set up, imho.
The full size Aspire Nautilus can use all the same coils of the Nautilus mini, so it will work on whatever device the mini will work on.

I have seen some good reputable reviews of the eLeaf-iStick.
I use a Nautilus mini because it fits nice on my MVP 2.0.
I even use my Nautilus mini on my eGo-C battery. It looks a little big on there, but it works well regardless.

 

[SassyCoder]

I think you have talked yourself into your preferred choice already.
The eLeaf-iStick with an Aspire Nautilus (mini or full size) will be a nice set up, imho.
The full size Aspire Nautilus can use all the same coils of the Nautilus mini, so it will work on whatever device the mini will work on.

I have seen some good reputable reviews of the eLeaf-iStick.
I use a Nautilus mini because it fits nice on my MVP 2.0.
I even use my Nautilus mini on my eGo-C battery. It looks a little big on there, but it works well regardless.

Hey,

Hahaha yeah I kind of have, but I've been looking through this forum and a few people have posted with regards to centre pin issue being pushed down, now has this been a problem for you on your MVP 2.0? And how long have you been using it, why would you recommend the iStick over it if you've used the MVP 2.0?

 

[Frenchfry1942]

I would hold out for the MVP3. They said for Christmas. (Hoping)

I still do have my MVPs and, I did, toss my iStick because of the power imbalance and taste issue...I am still hoping for a good MVP3.

 

[SassyCoder]

I would hold out for the MVP3. They said for Christmas. (Hoping)

I still do have my MVPs and, I did, toss my iStick because of the power imbalance and taste issue...I am still hoping for a good MVP3.

power imbalance?? - please explain

I was going to buy a mini and wait tbh and use it on my vision spinner.

 

[nobreak1970]

I know nothing of the iStick, but I just got my MVP 2.0 and it is not a disappointment.
I vape 11 watts on a Caterpillar RDA and the iClear 16b that it came with...good stuff. The Nautilus and it's Mini counterpart are a definite WIN in the clearo dept.

Consider it a winner.

 

[Susan~S]

Hey,

Hahaha yeah I kind of have, but I've been looking through this forum and a few people have posted with regards to centre pin issue being pushed down, now has this been a problem for you on your MVP 2.0? And how long have you been using it, why would you recommend the iStick over it if you've used the MVP 2.0?

I have multiples of the MVP, the iStick, and the Nautilus. I tend to put my Aerotanks on the MVPs and my Nautilus on the iStick because the Aerotanks don't like the higher wattage that the iStick runs at (see below).

Regarding the iStick there are a few problems with regard to it's circuitry (it measures mean not RMS). It is not capable of down regulating power (it is widely inaccurate, especially at lower voltages). As long as you're aware of it and don't need a battery that can output voltages between 3v and 4.2 volts, you may like it. It does go up to 20 watts (but only using a 1.1 ohm coil). The Nautilus with the new BVC's (bottom vertical coils) work very well up to 17 watts.

Regarding the center pins issue, both the MVP and the iStick *can* have this problem but it's a very easy fix.

Center Pin Issue - Fixing a non firing eGo battery

 

[Frenchfry1942]

Thank-you Susan.

That 3v - 4.2v is a "central" area for many MODs. I just thought that something was funny with my iStick and then someone mentioned PBusardo's review on YouTube. I watched that and it explained what was going on. I actually also thought it was small and less well-put together and, therefore, not a step-up to my MVP2. I just hold the MVP in high regard.

 

[mndh1007]

I find myself using my I stick constantly now because of it's portability Deffinitely go with the mini unless you want a tank that once full will last quite a while

 

[SassyCoder]

Thank you for all the responses so far.

This had made me re-think, maybe I should get MVP 2 or just get the mini tank and put it on my vision spinner and perhaps wait till the new year for MVP 3.0 :/ hmm.

 

[JeepyG]

Hey,

Hahaha yeah I kind of have, but I've been looking through this forum and a few people have posted with regards to centre pin issue being pushed down, now has this been a problem for you on your MVP 2.0? And how long have you been using it, why would you recommend the iStick over it if you've used the MVP 2.0?

I chose the MVP 2.0, because of being able to charge my phone off it. That was really the only deciding factor for me. I don't vape at high power; 10Watts is about my max so the extra power from the IStick was moot.