Help Me Find The Right Mod Or Custom

[IndyColtsfan]

Ok, so as I have stated in other threads, I'm trying to make an educated decision on a mod. Considering that most are in the $100+ range I don't want to just order a few and see which I like. Hopefully the veterans here will be able to suggest a few that meet my criteria.

I have certain desires from a mod. I don't think they can all be met with one mod, so I'm looking for the mod that is the closest to what I want by meeting the most requirements. So below are my list of "wants" from a mod. These are not in any special order.

1. Portable - I don't want a huge mod. The Chuck is a good example of that. I need something small enough to not require a briefcase to carry it.

2. Adapable - I'd prefer a mod that can use multiple atty types. I know you can make adapters, but I'm too lazy.

3. 5v Option - I'd prefer a mod that can do 3.7v and 5v vaping.

4. Sturdy - I don't want a fragile mod that I have to constantly worry about being careful with.

5. Long Lasting - I don't want to constantly have the thing, or its batteries, in a charger.

6. Built in Passthrough - The Janty Stick is a good example. I love this feature.

7. Affordable - Spending over $100 on a mod is pushing it. $150 would probably be my limit.

8. Good looking - I don't want to vape on something I'd consider to be an eyesore.

9. Battery Options - I'd like to be able to use multiple types of batteries. Makes finding a bargain easier.

10. Quailty Construction - Solid frame and parts. Few moving pieces, if any, other than a button. Zero wiring and solder if possible.

So there are my requirements. I guess any mod could get a 1 to 10 score, depending on how many of these requirements it meets. Maybe this will help me rank them and find that "just right" mod for me.

Thanks for any help in advance!!

[Sinikal]

Sounds like a "Dream Machine" Lol. If only there was such a tool! Here is my 2 cents.

1. Portable - I don't want a huge mod. The Chuck is a good example of that. I need something small enough to not require a briefcase to carry it.

-By all of your preferences listed below, your not going to get what you prefer in an e-cig without it being somewhat larger than the cig look alikes. My vote on this one....VP1

2. Adapable - I'd prefer a mod that can use multiple atty types. I know you can make adapters, but I'm too lazy.

-Your just going to have to find out what atty you like the best, get that threading on your unit and buy different adapters to fulfill your needs.

3. 5v Option - I'd prefer a mod that can do 3.7v and 5v vaping.

Janty stick, Vp1 and Vp2 are 3.7v....but i would stick around a while because the VP3 is coming out and thats a 5v model.

4. Sturdy - I don't want a fragile mod that I have to constantly worry about being careful with.

-Any of the VP units.

5. Long Lasting - I don't want to constantly have the thing, or its batteries, in a charger.

-Janty Stick or VP1, both have about a 4hr battery life for a heavy vaper. VP2 is double that

6. Built in Passthrough - The Janty Stick is a good example. I love this feature.

-So far the only e-cig with a built in i know of is the JS

7. Affordable - Spending over $100 on a mod is pushing it. $150 would probably be my limit.

-No problem, you can pretty much buy any starter kit.

8. Good looking - I don't want to vape on something I'd consider to be an eyesore.

-Any of the VP units, stainless steel, smooth, and bright!

9. Battery Options - I'd like to be able to use multiple types of batteries. Makes finding a bargain easier.

-Cant really answer this one other than depending on the unit you select you can buy different colored battery's or just new ones. No e-cig i know takes energizer Lol

10. Quailty Construction - Solid frame and parts. Few moving pieces, if any, other than a button. Zero wiring and solder if possible.

-Vaprlife.com

All in all, i think what would most fulfill your needs would be any of the VP units from vaprlife.com Check them out!

[Christopher]

Sinikal covered most of your questions. I'm going to give you a short answer. Here are some models that everyone agrees work well.

The Screwdriver mod from Trog

The VP units from Vaprlife

The prodigy from Puresmoker (not be confused with The Protege)

[IndyColtsfan]

Sinikal covered most of your questions. I'm going to give you a short answer. Here are some models that everyone agrees work well.

The Screwdriver mod from Trog

The VP units from Vaprlife

The prodigy from Puresmoker (not be confused with The Protege)

I did notice the VP3 is coming out soon. Based on the feedback I've seen on the VP2, that might be a good fit. I think it covers just about everything except the passthrough. I vape at work and the passthrough is just a really nice feature to have. It isn't a make or break thing though if the battery life is good and the vapor is consistent.

Size might be a problem with the VP3, but maybe it will be small

[NeRo9k]

I think the vp2 is the best unit on the market at the moment; but, I also use my Janty stick a ton and love both of them. I'll list both where applicable.

1. Portable - I don't want a huge mod. The Chuck is a good example of that. I need something small enough to not require a briefcase to carry it.

VP2 is somewhat on the larger size, but not much larger than an over sized pen. Janty stick is small, about the size of a lifesavers package and comes with a carrying case that can clip onto a belt or pocket.

2. Adapable - I'd prefer a mod that can use multiple atty types. I know you can make adapters, but I'm too lazy.

Vp2 can use multiple atty types; the Janty stick can't.

3. 5v Option - I'd prefer a mod that can do 3.7v and 5v vaping.

Both units are 3.7v.

4. Sturdy - I don't want a fragile mod that I have to constantly worry about being careful with.

Both are pretty sturdy, the Stick is plastic if that concerns you - I've dropped mine plenty of times and not had to worry about it. The VP2 is a beast (steel)!

5. Long Lasting - I don't want to constantly have the thing, or its batteries, in a charger.

The vp2 lasts me like 8-10 hours depending on vaping use. I will charge one battery when I leave for work and when I come home I will change batteries, it's not necessary but it's my routine. The Janty stick probably runs on 3-5 hours, again depending on vaping use; but, like you covered in another question, the built in usb passthrough is amazing! So, the battery life isn't an issue as there is usually a computer around or a usb to dc converter for your car.

6. Built in Passthrough - The Janty Stick is a good example. I love this feature.

This is the only unit that has this feature. Most other models have a passthrough but it's not built in. Vaping while at home, work, or in the car with my Janty stick is a breeze. Imagine a long road trip, just plug in your car lighter and vape the whole way happy!

7. Affordable - Spending over $100 on a mod is pushing it. $150 would probably be my limit.

I believe the Stick is around $80 and the VP2 is around $140.

8. Good looking - I don't want to vape on something I'd consider to be an eyesore.

I'm not sure what you consider to be an eyesore - Granted the Stick looks a little nicer, more compact, nice colors, etc..I don't mind the look of the vp2 what so ever (pictures posted below).

9. Battery Options - I'd like to be able to use multiple types of batteries. Makes finding a bargain easier.

No luck here..They both use protected batteries from china. You can order the batteries online, but you can't pick which battery you want to use.

10. Quailty Construction - Solid frame and parts. Few moving pieces, if any, other than a button. Zero wiring and solder if possible.

The VP2 is built solid, the only moving parts are the battery cover which pops off and in slides the battery, and the atty or adapter which another style of atty can be placed. The Stick has pretty much the same deal, the battery is in an enclosed case which you need to turn with fingernail or screwdriver (it's not tight, finger works fine), and a slot which the atty slides down and screws in.

Edited October 28, 2009 by NeRo9k