Xtar VP1 vs Xtar VP2 - What exactly is the difference?

[DeadbeatJeff]

Is it just the extra USB port?

ah, actually had overlooked this

What's the main differnces between the VP1 and this new VP2?
1. VP2 can charge 26650 batteries.
2. VP2 has 3.2V/3.6V/3.8V optional charging voltage. 3.2V is for Li-FePO4 batteries and 3.6V & 3.7V is for Li-ion batteries.
3. VP2 has indicator lights which can indicate the charging situation.
4. VP2 has a 1A USB output function so that users can use the charger as a USB battery backup (use it to charge mobile phones and other mobile USB devices)

http://www.xtardirect.com/products/xtar-vp2-charger

does anyone know what this, VP2 has indicator lights which can indicate the charging situation, actually means?

 

[anavidfan]

I think thats it, they both have the same specs and can all the battery sizes, including 26650.

 

[DeadbeatJeff]

I think thats it, they both have the same specs and can all the battery sizes, including 26650.

actually, on checking more carefully (lol) I see that the VP1 doesn't do 26650

have update the OP

 

[DeadbeatJeff]

I think the real question is, since I can't really find the VP2 anywhere but on the Xtar site itself, is the VP2 worth $15 more (given I can get the VP1 for $35 on amazon)?

 

[DeadbeatJeff]

I feel like I read somewhere a while ago that the VP2 had some kinda issue...

...not finding it now.

 

[Woody_]

"Xtar recall notification (due to) the type of plastic used in the VP2 becomes brittle when cold, leading to potential breakage"

ALL first batch VP2 customers should soon be receiving communication from their Dealer/place of purchase as to how the exchange will happen -
if you don't hear from your Dealer by next week, contact them and ask about it.

 

[DeadbeatJeff]

"Xtar recall notification (due to) the type of plastic used in the VP2 becomes brittle when cold, leading to potential breakage"

ALL first batch VP2 customers should soon be receiving communication from their Dealer/place of purchase as to how the exchange will happen -
if you don't hear from your Dealer by next week, contact them and ask about it.

so, if i order direct from Xtar now, everything should be kosher?

 

[Woody_]

Now,everything should be ok.
And,this first batch,no biggie,because breakage will occur only in extreme low temp, like under -10 celzius.

Top and bottom peaces will separate because of error in plastic welding (sort of sonic welding).

 

[Woody_]

actually, on checking more carefully (lol) I see that the VP1 doesn't do 26650

have update the OP

It does