{"id":3991,"date":"2013-01-30T22:52:26","date_gmt":"2013-01-31T02:52:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/vapingguides.com\/blog\/?page_id=3991"},"modified":"2013-01-30T22:53:48","modified_gmt":"2013-01-31T02:53:48","slug":"v2-cigs-review","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/vapingguides.com\/blog\/breaking-news\/v2-cigs-review\/","title":{"rendered":"V2 Cigs Review"},"content":{"rendered":"

Much of what is written on this site deals with the newest and most exciting hardware and vaping supplies available. \u00a0As electronic cigarette technology has grown more complex, robust and stylized, so have the reviews on Vaping Guides. \u00a0A lot has to do with personal taste; we like our long lasting variable voltage APVs, so that’s what we write about. \u00a0The problem is that most people don’t want to start out with something the size of small flashlight. \u00a0Something that looks like a cigarette is often much more attractive.<\/p>\n

V2 Cigs<\/a> recently contacted me regarding having their products represented on Vaping Guides. \u00a0The ensuing \u00a0conversation made me realize that it had been quite a while since I had sampled an electronic cigarette that really fits that description. \u00a0V2 offered a kit to sample, and I was anxious to find out how their brand stacked up against the larger APV devices that I currently use daily. \u00a0With the vast improvements in personal vaporizers, is there still a place for an electronic cigarette?<\/p>\n

V2 Cigs has been around from nearly the beginning in terms of electronic cigarettes. \u00a0While the industry as a whole has been saturated with larger models, V2 has stuck to offering only electronic cigarettes. \u00a0Rather than developing more complex devices, the company appears to have decided to improve on the basic model and further refine the company image that goes along with it.<\/p>\n

Let’s jump right into the review.<\/p>\n

\"V2<\/a>The Kit<\/strong><\/p>\n

The kit reviewed here is the Ultimate kit, which represents the most feature packed kit that V2 offers. \u00a0It comes with three different batteries, a pass-through, 25 cartomizers, a personal charging case and regular carrying case, lanyard and car and home chargers. \u00a0Everything comes in a very attractive flip top box that also contains a manual and discount coupon. \u00a0The Ultimate kit comes at a rather daunting price, but the peace of mind of knowing that nothing else is needed to start vaping may just be worth it. \u00a0The presentation is attractive enough that this would make a fantastic gift.<\/p>\n

\"V2<\/a>The Batteries<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Ultimate kit includes three batteries, which provides a great foundation for a moderate electronic cigarette user. \u00a0Regular size automatic and manual along with a long automatic were included in my kit in white, black and chrome respectively. \u00a0For those new to electronic cigarettes, automatic means that the battery is activated by simply inhaling on it while the manual is activated by the press of a button.<\/p>\n

All three batteries perform exceptionally well and seem to last a little longer than some competitors. \u00a0These batteries are designed to be the size of a conventional cigarette, however, and as such are limited to the amount of time they will last between charges. \u00a0Having one or two to charge while one is in use is a necessity that \u00a0some new vapers overlook. \u00a0To further ensure uniterrupted vaping, the Ultimate kit also includes the Power-cig, a USB powered passthrough battery that can be powered indefinitely from the wall or car adapter.<\/p>\n

\"V2<\/a>Charging<\/strong><\/p>\n

The batteries can be charged using several different methods, including the USB cord or the personal charging case (PCC). \u00a0The USB charger is another example of the attention to detail that V2 has put into their product. \u00a0The charger has an attractive V2 logo that lights up in blue when connected to USB. \u00a0The logo then turns red when a battery is charging and back to blue when it is fully charged. \u00a0Its a simple thing, but adds to the overall impression of quality that this line of electronic cigarettes radiates. \u00a0The charger can be powered by any USB port or attached to the included wall or 12v car adapter.<\/p>\n

\"V2<\/a>PCC<\/strong><\/p>\n

Another convenient way to charge the batteries is found in the PCC case. \u00a0The case itself is charged via USB, but once charged becomes a portable battery pack that can provide up to eight battery charges. \u00a0The PCC works for any of the included batteries and also has space for 3 cartomizers. \u00a0Once again, it is designed well, with LED status indicators for both the case and the ecig that is charging and a top that slides smoothly and securely to provide access.<\/p>\n

\"V2<\/a>Cartomizers<\/strong><\/p>\n

One of the biggest improvements in electronic cigarettes over the years has been in the cartomizers that they use. \u00a0The V2 Flavor Cartridges are definitely among the best cartomizers that I have tried. \u00a0The Red and Sahara tobacco flavors are fantastic and will easily provide the satisfaction needed to switch to an electronic cigarette. \u00a0The taste is full and rich and the vapor production is excellent. \u00a0These cartomizers seem to last an exceptionally long time and when finished, the vapor simply tapers off rather than tasting burnt.<\/p>\n

v2 Cigs<\/a> has broadened the selection of flavors to include some sweeter flavors including cherry, vanilla and coffee, and all of these have been true representations of the flavors. \u00a0The mint tea flavors was especially enjoyable, with its heavy mint inhale over the taste of green tea.<\/p>\n

The cartridges are stated to be roughly equal to a pack of cigarettes, and I think this is reasonable, if just a little optimistic. \u00a0The flavor cartridges are available for as little as $1.50 each when purchased in quantity, so they represent a very cost effective alternative to cigarettes, regardless. \u00a0These cartomizers have hard end caps that are difficult to remove, so refilling is not an attractive option, although V2 does sell blank ones for just this purpose.<\/p>\n

Warranty<\/strong><\/p>\n

Along with an attractive website and well designed products, V2 also offers an impressive warranty on their products. \u00a0The warranty covers the lifetime of the product up to five replacements, with the reasonable exceptions of damage or tampering. \u00a0This is yet another way that V2 adds value and assurance for the new electronic cigarette user.<\/p>\n

\"V2<\/a>Putting it all together<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wondering what you’ll need to do to get started? \u00a0This will be the shortest paragraph in this article. \u00a0Just charge the battery, screw on a cartridge and inhale. \u00a0That’s really all there is to it, and that makes for an easy transition from smoking.<\/p>\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n

I must admit that I am often skeptical of really well designed marketing. \u00a0Prior to trying this electronic cigarette kit, I had assumed that V2 ecigs were more about marketing than about performance. \u00a0A week or two with the V2 proved me wrong. \u00a0Yes, the marketing is very well done. \u00a0Yes, the product is slick and well packaged. \u00a0And yes, the price is a little high. \u00a0But the level of confidence that comes with purchasing the V2 product may just be worth the extra cost. \u00a0There are lots of lower cost alternatives, but only a few offer the complete ease of entry that V2 does.<\/p>\n

V2 Cigs<\/a> does offer a number of less expensive starter kits ranging from a one battery Express kit through a nice mid range Standard kit. \u00a0There’s also a disposable for less than $9, but keep in mind that disposables can’t be recharged and therefore are not a good value at all.<\/p>\n

Finally, V2 offers 15% off nearly all of the time and includes a coupon with every kit. \u00a0Use it to order more supplies or give it to another smoker who could use a little prodding to make the switch.<\/p>\n

Note: \u00a0In the spirit of full disclosure, the kind folks at V2 cigs sent me this kit to try free of charge and we will be carrying their advertising. \u00a0That in no way influenced this review, and quite frankly, you wouldn’t be reading this if the kit wasn’t worth a look. \u00a0In fact, the V2 product never appeared before on this site because I wasn’t convinced that it was a decent product. \u00a0I am now.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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