Sorry, I'm a bit the other way on this. I mean I agree with all of this advertising being over the top and mega cheesy corporate.
I bought my FF2 last month. I had read forums reviews etc etc. I had tried a lot of other vapes first - didn't like the idea of the window. Not discreet. I actually thought it was open. No glass until I read more in to it. I knew something was bubbling but had a bit of overtime cash and the ff2's were also reduced.
I didn't like the learning curve- I combusted and ended up reaching out to FF on their website. A little help sorted me out. I don't like stirring after every draw, sometimes I'll leave it an extra one and then it gets 'charred' or I'll just worry about combustion again, just sitting in the back of my mind.
One thing I do enjoy is the flavour of the firefly 2. I never tried a 1 but they look really nice. Like a vintage car? I know we're not here for looks or JUST looks but once I got my sweet spot I was away. I feel like I was pulling too hard for too long.
If they have ironed a few of those things out with the airflow and heating and the plus is much more forgiving in that respect. If they have got the battery sorted and this also accommodates the owners of the previous models then I'm on board.
The only thing I think they could have done would have been to change that logo to a small display. Guess it would be expensive to get a mini round screen manufactured when a lot of people carry a wireless touchscreen in their pockets that. I just think a screen with temp and battery readout to eliminate the need for a phone would be nice for those without a smartphone or if the phone dies or is in the house or on charge. I know the ff2 flashes and you can do most of it on the vape but a screen leaves less to chance. Less guessing.
I don't think these vapes are aimed at, how do I put this tactfully/pc, elder, less capable users? Is that ok? I mean this with respect. I think a volcano and a carer could be a much better solution for these people.
I guess the ff2+ is more aimed at the 'trendy' crowd those who would buy the newest iPhone on release. Those who have more money than sense or a bit to splash out. Something that's a 'treat' birthday gift.
I mean if you look at their advertising- some info was removed from the ff2 thread. I don't think they're that active on these forums and there's an article on Cnet? These guys aren't going for the seasoned vaper that has their comfy chair and their sublimator, volcano, evo or herbie set up next to it.
Personally I don't like this throwaway culture we're in with mobile phones and batteries. I would like to see an option to send the 2 in for a screen replacement and firmware upgrade. I doubt that would happen though.
I really hope they have sorted the batteries AND kept them compatible with all previous models. That would make a lot of current owners really happy.
Everyone has their own thing, I know these are bold claims but I really do enjoy my experience with the 2. I do feel like the vapour is up there. I have a Ghost MV1. That changed my mind on what I thought flavour was. The firefly was bought after and I enjoy both in their own similar but different ways. Feel like the ghost has more of a PUNCH where the ff2 has fuller flavour which can last a little longer if you start at low temps, under 300f on some strains is really tasty. Couple of pull + stirs, bump it up. That's just me. I'm a year in to vaping, I'm still discovering and that's what I like about it.
