Recomendtaions on a box mod

[mecnun]

Hi -  I am looking to purchase a box mod as I have the feeling my current one is about to give up the ghost on me (Hcigar vti 75 nano). It has served me well despite the abuse it has received so I am looking for something similar. I like sturdy, solid and well made boxes of metal rather than plastic and solid buttons with tactile feedback. I prefer smaller form factor or minis although am considering 2 batteries mods as well.

I am an MTL vaper, rarely go above 20 watts and only ever use wattage mode but may try sub-ohm or at least to have the option would be nice. Not really into squirking, sqounking, tc etc..


So far I like the looks of Jac Vapour Series B DNA 75W;lost vape therion 75c/166; Mirage DNA75C by Lost Vape;GeekVape Aegis 100. Love the looks of SX Mini Q Mini 200W but maybe too much box for me + there is the married batteries and only emergency usb charging. Augvape V200 200W also looks pretty cool but again 200w.

There is just so many names and makes out there that I am confused as to the reliability and quality of these different brands hence I am asking for advice/experience from the forum.  dna 75 vs 75c vs yihi all seek to compound my confusion further. So far I have only really been going by pictures and some reviews.

As usual appreciate any feedback/recommendations.

[stu1873]

Eleaf Invoke?

[pancser]

For single battery:
Eleaf Istick Pico - www.fasttech.com/products/3032/10011027/4849001-authentic-eleaf-istick-pico-75w-tc-vw-apv-box-mod
or the 25mm version - www.fasttech.com/products/3032/10011027/7667805-authentic-eleaf-istick-pico-25-85w-vw-tc-apv-box
Smoant Battlestar Mini 80W - www.fasttech.com/product/9621377

For dual battery:
Wismec Reuleaux RX GEN3 Dual - www.fasttech.com/product/9642575 (from 14/4/18)
I am a MTL vaper only but I really like to have this dual batt mod. It can go up to 230W but that does not mean you have to use it

Yeah so many mods on the market it can be confusing but I learnt in the last 2,5years "Do your homework". Before I buy anything I always watch couple of vids on Youtube or I read reviews about it or and this is the best one ask questions HERE, there are so many helpful people here who always willing to give advices

[Postmodern Smoking]

I currently use a cheap istick pico, I also have a DNA something or other.... but as I dribble a lot, sorry I mean drip (I really mean dribble!), MTL and am messy, for me the higher end mod is a backup/for special occasions.

IMHO Higher end mods are nice/lovely.... but if you expect to abuse it... then there'll be less heartache in replacement of something cheap

[oldleatherlungs]

+1 for the Istick pico 75 watt. They do a range of colours including this one ISTICK PICO RED CRACKLE

[DaveJ]

hi mecnun, I echo what others have said about the Pico.

I've recently obtained a couple of eLeaf Pico 25s. Single 18650 removable/replaceable battery with USB charge. Neat, small, comfy in the hand. After only a short time (about a month) they seems solid and reliable to me. They will do Temp Control - although since I only do watts I cannot speak to how well they do TC.

I bought the "25" as it has slightly more clearance for atties around that battery "top cap". If you have 22 mm diameter atties, then the Pico 75 ought do just as well for you.

If you want the longer run times between charges - the Pico Dual is also pretty slick. Rounded-triangular cross section that sits well in the hand for a dual bat mod. Same height as the single battery Picos - but with the extended run time of double batteries (run in series, if that makes any difference to you).

Good luck with whatever you select.

[mecnun]

Thanks all for the advice. Ordered a Pico....and modefined sirius couldn't resist at those prices. Can always give one to my mate who is struggling between vaping and smoking (says vaping gives him asthma)..i think its boll#&

Used fast-tech for the first time.Hope all goes well with the order. Couldn't order batteries

[beedee]

Good choice with the Pico mecnun, I have had two since they first came out and use them as my carry around - still going strong, and, when they get to look a bit old, you can get a nice cheap stick on cover for them!

[pancser]

Apr 2, 2018 14:04:14 GMT mecnun said:

Couldn't order batteries

You can order batteries from here

www.fogstar.co.uk
18650.uk

[mecnun]

Apr 4, 2018 3:37:03 GMT pancser said:

Apr 2, 2018 14:04:14 GMT mecnun said:

Couldn't order batteries

You can order batteries from here

www.fogstar.co.uk
18650.uk

thanks, I have used these guys before and ordered some more last night although I have to say neither the samsung 25r or the sony vtc4 I got was as good as the original one i bought with the mod (sammy 25r) in terms of life. I am not sure if this is a consequence of my mod getting old, getting dropped/damaged or whatever. Even before I got into rebuild-able atomiser that needs more wattage I noticed it. The sony vtc4 baiscally last less than an hour of vaping now from a full charge whereas the 25R is better. Theres been occasions where my mod used to get hot, not hot enough so that you cant hold it but still hot and Iwonder if Ihave damaged my batteries through that..

[mecnun]

Apr 3, 2018 22:21:54 GMT beedee said:

Good choice with the Pico mecnun, I have had two since they first came out and use them as my carry around - still going strong, and, when they get to look a bit old, you can get a nice cheap stick on cover for them!

A little bit of mishap with the order... There was a 20 days wait time for the order to be shipped when I checked progress which I am pretty positive was not there when I placed the order. The whole reason I didn't order the paranormal was due to the wait time so i am aware not everything is in stock. I got a bit peeved and cancelled the whole order. In hindsight I should have just cancelled the modefined box but what can I say, I am an emotional man...so the pico has to wait.

[beedee]

Apr 4, 2018 14:58:25 GMT mecnun said:

Apr 3, 2018 22:21:54 GMT beedee said:

Good choice with the Pico mecnun , I have had two since they first came out and use them as my carry around - still going strong, and, when they get to look a bit old, you can get a nice cheap stick on cover for them!

A little bit of mishap with the order... There was a 20 days wait time for the order to be shipped when I checked progress which I am pretty positive was not there when I placed the order. The whole reason I didn't order the paranormal was due to the wait time so i am aware not everything is in stock. I got a bit peeved and cancelled the whole order. In hindsight I should have just cancelled the modefined box but what can I say, I am an emotional man...so the pico has to wait.

It's a pain when this happens, mecnun, recently had a similar experience with 2FDeal, they were saying there was an 8 days wait on the order and I had waited three weeks without it being shipped. Took me another two weeks and threats of a paypal complaint to get the money refunded.