Review of iJoy Zenith 3

Today we will talk about the new, updated version of the Zenith 3 varivolt mod from iJoy, which now runs on 20700 batteries.

Once, the variwatt, which replaced devices with only voltage regulation, seemed to have finally and irrevocably displaced the outdated format of adjustable battery mods of the varivolt format. By and large, this is still the case today, and only a few manufacturers are producing devices with voltage regulation. The reason, in my opinion, is simply the recently popular “power race” among manufacturers. And it has only recently lost its relevance due to the fact that it ran into the physical ceiling of battery current output. The latter problem is intended to be solved by the new 20700/21700 battery format, which is gradually bringing more and more interesting models to the market. Agree that “Two hundred watts” on the device packaging looks much more attractive to the buyer than some “Nine volts”. Although, in fact, there may not be much difference between these devices, since the variable wattage is just a slightly more complicated version of the same variable volt. Here, capacity, minimum supported resistance and maximum current output become much more important. For me, it is the ability to adjust the voltage that remains the most convenient option for electronic mods; I often pay attention to the presence of this mode in the menu. The reason is simple: for most windings, no matter whether a microcoil of 0.32 kanthal with 7 turns or a pair of framed staple coils in 0.05 Ohm, just a voltage of 3.7 V (i.e. nominal for lithium-ion 18650/20700/21700) is often the “starting” one. And already starting from this value, decreasing or increasing the voltage, you can quickly achieve your zen in a pair.

Zenith 3 packaging

The device comes to the buyer in a black cardboard box with a colored sleeve, on which all the useful information about the product is located. australian vape shop sydney The most important thing that may interest us is the inscription on the yellow round sticker that the kit already includes 20700 batteries. Information about the color of the device can be found on the back side on a sticker with a barcode, the characteristics of the box mod are also listed here. On the side there is a check with a code under a scratch-off layer, which can be entered on the manufacturer’s website.

Zenith 3 delivery set

IJOY Zenith 3 box mod

20700 batteries 2 pcs.

Adapter for 18650

Micro USB cable

Manual

Warranty card

The box mod kit includes two branded batteries in separate packages, a dual silicone adapter for the dying but still relevant 18650 cans and a cable for charging via USB.

The appearance and design of Zenith 3

As noted above, the device is very reminiscent of another product of the manufacturer – Diamond PD270, the same impressive box with a large number of edges in a variety of places. The case is made entirely of metal, due to this, even without batteries, it weighs almost two hundred grams, and with cans and an atomizer, already all three hundred. In general, such a heavy brick. The front and back panels (it is also the cover) are painted matte black, the frame around the perimeter is covered with glossy colored varnish. Already out of the box, there were traces of scratches and small dots of translucent metal on the colored coating. I immediately want to give iJoy a dislike for the coating, because in a few days the paint on the corners has noticeably worn off.

In general, despite the apparent angularity of the device, it lies confidently in the hand and does not cause discomfort. Even the potentiometer regulator protruding above the case does not interfere if it is turned towards the palm. But the size of your palm also plays a role here.

Impressions and conclusions

Painting the iJoy Zenith 3 Box ModIt is quite difficult to make a definite conclusion about the Zenith 3, especially considering that the device has both significant advantages and noticeable flaws. I will start, perhaps, with the disadvantages. The first, the most insignificant, concerns the discrepancy between the declared resistance support. The fact that the box does not raise the promised 0.05 Ohm, although not critical, is a rather unpleasant moment. In any case, in addition to this “promise”, iJoy also initially announced 360 watts (albeit from 20700, but from two batteries?), and a slightly different voltage range. Here, doubts creep in about the degree of refinement of the IWEPAL board itself. Okay, if it was a Sample not for sale, but we are talking about the release version. And the manufacturer has not previously been noted for the ability to admit its mistakes and correct miscalculations, it is easier for it to release a new device. Which it does with enviable regularity. The second drawback, more critical (for me), is the sloppy painting. The layer of colored varnish is very thin and quickly (we are talking about several days and very careful home use) begins to be covered with small dots and dents, through which the metal of the case shines. I am not even talking about the “bonus” in the form of scratches on the case right from the unpacked box. I want to believe that at least this jamb will be corrected in the next batches.

Fitting the Wake RTA atomizer (24 mm) on the iJoy Zenith 3 The main advantages include very fast response when pressing Fire. Unfortunately, here, as in any electronic mod, this does not apply to the first click, which wakes up the electronics and takes winding measurements (the operation of built-in protections), but with the second click, the delay is minimal. However, just as it used to be fashionable to “measure power”, now every manufacturer considers it their duty to write about some incredible 0.(0)1 s, which cannot be verified without special equipment. The only question is, how much sense does this make if the average human reaction time is somewhere around 0.1-0.2 seconds? There are no complaints about the build quality, everything looks and is assembled well, the only disappointments are the aforementioned color coating and the Fire button that rattles when shaken (there is such a sin for the device). The cover also sits like a glove, as there are no problems with the batteries, both with the native 20700, and with the adapter and 18650. I’m not sure that everyone might need the built-in pre-heat (which also cannot be configured or disabled), especially since the manufacturer is somehow modestly silent about it. But it seems that the Zenith 3 “fries” wow! However, it actually produces its voltage quite well, as long as the battery charge allows it. In principle, all of this has already been stated in the text above.

Liked:

Varivolt

Simple control

Appearance (if only there was no gloss)

Build quality

USB charging (compared to the first version)

Works with 20700 and 18650

Price

Disliked:

Peeling coating

No paster mode

Incorrectly working cutoff when the voltage on the batteries drops

Works with a resistance of 0.08 Ohm (instead of the declared 0.05 Ohm)

Zenith 3 Box Mod with a dotRDA24 dripper

To buy/not to buy? It is very difficult to say a definite “yes” or “no”, as always, the choice should be made only independently and based on your feelings. The new “Zenit” looks much more attractive than the first “Ryx-like” box, it now has an independent charger and works from 20700.