Geekvape Aegis Mini 80W TC Kit with Cerberus Tank 2200mAh

[timwis]

Hi Vaping Underground members, In this review i take a look at the Aegis Mini 80W TC Kit with Cerberus Tank 2200mAh from Geekvape. The Aegis Mini 80W TC Kit with Cerberus Tank was supplied for the purpose of this review by Carrie from Geekvape.

https://www.geekvape.com/project/aegis-mini/



Introduction

When the original Aegis was released their was a bit of a buzz about it, almost indestructible, firing time to rival the Drag and battery options that included a 26650. Then we had more recently the Legend a duel battery version so it was obvious a mini version would follow and here it is. The Aegis Mini is s 80w device with a 2200mAh internal battery and is almost identical in looks to the original Aegis just shrunk down. Just has tough and durable as it's bigger brothers we find it in this kit paired up with the Cerberus tank with 0.3ohm mesh coils and 5.5ml capacity (2ml EU version), so let's give the Aegis Mini Kit a good look!

Comparison Between The Aegis Family




In the Box



Contents:


5.5ml Standard Edition

1 x Geekvape Aegis Mini MOD
1 x Cerberus Sub-ohm Tank 5.5ml(Pre-installed: Super Mesh X2 Coil 0.3ohm)
1 x Extra Super Mesh X2 Coil 0.3ohm
1 x Spare Regular Glass Tube 4ml
1 x USB Cable
1 x Spare Parts Pack
1 x User Manual

2ml TPD Edition

1 x Geekvape Aegis Mini MOD
1 x Cerberus Sub-ohm Tank 2ml(Pre-installed: Super Mesh X2 Coil 0.3ohm)
1 x Extra Super Mesh X2 Coil 0.3ohm
1 x Spare Regular Glass Tube 2ml
1 x USB Cable
1 x Spare Parts Pack
1 x User Manual



Aesthetics and Ergonomics

The Aegis Mini Kit came in the usual Geekvape all Black box that sample versions come in and once opened i was met by the familiar Aegis but shrunk down. The Mini's aesthetics are very busy due to the use of many different durable materials, making the device look as solid as it is. The materials used include, LSR Silicone, Die-Cast Aluminium, Die-Cast Zinc Alloy, Leather and Stainless Steel. I received the Stealth Black version, it' also available in Black & Green, Black & Blue, Camo & Gunmetal and Black & Red. Looking at the device from the side towards the front we have army grade black silicone, then we have a Metal bracket in the colour of choice which helps secure the leather on the spine that feels padded. The front has a rectangular fire button at the top, at the bottom we have the - and + buttons that are also rectangular but smaller, between the + and - buttons and fire button we have a large screen. The spine of the device as already mentioned has a leather cover which has padding underneath for comfort, the bottom has battery venting and you can just make out where the silicone bung is for the micro USB port. Moving to the top of the device the rear is rounded and has a large 510 plate, the 510 connection is Gold plated and spring loaded. Ergonomically the Mini is superb, with the cushioned leather and position of the fire button it is very comfortable to use. The build quality is has good as it gets and the Mini seems just has solid and durable as the original Aegis and the Legend.



Cerberus Specs and Features:

Size: 27 x 46.8mm (25mm around base)
Capacity: 5.5ml(Extra 4ml regular glass tube included)
Easy Top Filling Design with 5.5ml Large E-juice Capacity
Innovative Super Mesh Coil for Optimal Flavor
Compatible with TFV8 Baby Coils
Adjustable Bottom Airflow Control
Thread: 510
Colour: Stainless Steel, Gunmetal, Blue, Rainbow, Black



Cerberus Overview

The Cerberus Subohm tank is quite a short subohm tank which has a maximum capacity of 5.5ml with the bulge glass, there is also a 4ml straight glass and a TPD version which i guess will have a capacity reducing bung. The airflow control is duel cyclops with stopper and the fill method is top-fill, sitting on top is a low profile 810 drip tip with wide bore (you can fit your own 810 if you wish). The Cerberus borrows the same type of top-cap as the 2 Zeus RTA's, so a bayonet fitting needing just a quarter turn to open or secure shut. Both top and base of the tank has nut style knurling which is as much aesthetic as not really needed for grip as all the tolerances on the tank are spot on. The Cerberus comes with 2 mesh coils which are justifiably all the rage at the moment, they are the Super Mesh X2 kanthal mesh coils with a resistance of 0.3ohm. The coils are rated at between 30w and 45w with best being between 30w and 40w, so unlike the X1 coils supplied when you buy the tank separately the X2 coils have a less broad rating and suitable for lower wattage. A big pro for the Cerberus is Baby Beast coils will fit which means there are many mainstream coils compatible with the tank.



Aegis Mini Specs and Features:

Dimensions: 78mm x 40mm x 30mm
Power output: 5-80W
Resistance range: 0.05-3.0ohm
Output Mode: Power/TC(Ni,Ti,SS)/TCR/VPC/BYPASS
Material: Zinc/Aluminium Alloy + Stainless Steel + LSR silicone + leather
Battery: Built-in 2200mAh
Temperature Range: 100-315℃/200-600℉
Level: IP67 waterproof and dustproof
All-new AS Chipset with maximum 80W
Waterproof, Shockproof and Dust-proof for long service life
Passes TPX6 and IP7 certificate
USB charging and firmware upgrade
Thread: 510
Colour: Black & Green, Stealth Black, Black & Blue, Camo & Gunmetal, Black & Red



Review Continued Below:

 

[timwis]

Review Continued:

Waterproof, Dustproof and Shockproof.

It's a great durable mod and although no one including Geekvape will suggest going diving or throwing the device from a 9th floor window you would have to go some to break the device by accident. Made from many different durable materials including army grade silicone it will take some knocks. The device is IP67 waterproof which means it will withstand being immersed in water up to 1 meter in depth for up to 30 mins and there's some clever ways the Legend is a fully operating device yet waterproof. When looking at the device you might think well water will get in there, there and there etc but there is a way it is kept sealed everywhere, i will mention 2 of them. The most obvious one is the USB port which is kept sealed with a silicone bung, then there's the battery venting. When looking at the base of the device you can see 6 circular soft pads which will pop out with the heat from venting then revealing the venting holes allowing venting through these.



Using the Aegis Mini

The Mini is the usual 5 clicks to turn on and 5 clicks to turn off and it has a large bright screen with a very clear layout. There are some combination key press functions which are, + and fire together increases the brightness of the screen, - and fire together decreases the brightness of the screen and - and + together locks the device. The screen displays the mode at the top, under this the wattage (temperature when in temp control), under this the 2 battery status bars, then the resistance, under this the volts (wattage when in temp control), then the volts (TCR value when in temp control) and finally puffs which when you vape changes to time vaped and then goes back to puffs afterwards. Pressing the fire button 3 times highlights the mode which now can be changed. When highlighted each press of the + button takes you to the next mode and if you overshoot the - button takes you back, the modes are Power, TC-Ni, TC-SS, TC-Ti, TCR, VPC (variable power curve, usually called CCW) and Bypass. If you use temp control then when the mode you want is highlighted each press of the fire button takes you to the next item on the screen you can alter, you can lock resistance and set wattage. The interface is very uncomplicated and those that have the original Aegis or the Legend will be very familiar with it. The only thing i personally am disappointed with is that Geekvape reverted back to a mono screen with the Mini rather than keeping the colour screen of the Legend.



Performance

As usual i must state i do not vape in temp control or have access to data so simply review devices as a personal experience. The mini fires instantly and performed great with all the various tanks i tried, the fire button is very clicky and the overall feel of the mod in the hand is superb. Curves worked great and all the various wattage's i vaped at certainly seemed accurate. The flavour from the supplied coils with the Cerberus was what you would expect from a mesh coil but i must say i found 40W perfect for the coil which was quite a cool vape which won't suit those that like a warm vape. The battery life was not that great at 40w but fine for out and about, it doesn't seem the claimed 2200mAh to be honest. I did also use the Mini with the Ammit MTL RTA at 15w which gave me very decent battery life but still not convinced it's 2200mAh. The device does support 2A quick charge so at least getting the device charged takes less than an hour and another big pro is it will accommodate up to a 28mm tank without overhang which is impressive for a mini device. As you would expect the Aegis mini is also fully firmware upgradeable.



Likes

Build Quality
Build Materials
Comfort of use
Waterproof
Dustproof
Shockproof
Fires Instantly
Solid, no rattles
Fire and navigational buttons nice and clicky
28mm tanks without overhang
Curves
Temp control (not tested)
Inbuilt battery (pro for some, con to others)
Large, good layout display
Easy to use
Firmware upgradeable
Cerberus 5.5ml capacity (standard version)
Straight 4ml glass included
Good flavour with supplied mesh coils
Baby beast coil compatibility

Cons

Battery life not that good
Inbuilt battery (pro for some, con to others)
Cool vape with supplied coils (ok for me but many like a warm vape)
Not a colour screen as on Legend (objective)



I would once again like to thank Carrie from Geekvape for supplying the Aegis Mini 80W TC Kit with Cerberus Tank 2200mAh for the purpose of this review.

https://www.geekvape.com/project/aegis-mini/