GeekVape Obelisk 200W Dual Battery Sub-Ohm Vape Kit Black

Overview

The GeekVape Obelisk 200W Dual Battery Sub-Ohm Vape Kit Black by Geekvape in Black at 0mg. Free UK delivery over £20, same-day dispatch on weekday orders before 4pm.

Geekvape Obelisk 200W Dual Battery Sub-Ohm Vape Kit: what you are buying

The Geekvape Obelisk 200W Dual Battery Sub-Ohm Vape Kit is a reusable box-mod system built around two removable 18650 cells and a sub-ohm tank. It sits at the high-power end of the Geekvape range, in the same general territory as the Aegis kits, and it is aimed at vapers who want large vapour production, strong flavour and control over wattage rather than a slim pod device that fits in a jeans pocket. The name tells you most of what matters: Obelisk is the design family, 200W is the ceiling of the power output, and dual battery means the mod runs on two cells, which is how a mod reaches that wattage with comfortable headroom instead of pushing a single cell to its limit.

This is a reusable system, not a disposable. You fill a tank with e-liquid, fit a replaceable coil, drop two 18650 batteries into the mod and adjust the output to suit the coil and the liquid you are using. Single-use vapes have been banned from sale across Great Britain since June 2025, and a refillable kit like this one is the sensible long-term replacement if you used to rely on large-puff-count disposables and want a lower running cost and less waste.

What the kit gives you in practice:

• A dual-18650 box mod with a variable wattage output up to 200W, so you can run low-power mouth-to-lung style setups as well as high-power direct-lung vaping.
• A sub-ohm tank that takes replaceable mesh-style coils, which is the technology behind most modern high-flavour, high-vapour setups.
• A refillable design that works with standard bottled e-liquid, including 50ml shortfills mixed with nicotine shots, or ready-mixed freebase nicotine liquids.
• Several colourways in the range, which on this site show up as separate options for the same kit.

Because specifications can differ slightly between production batches, always check the product page and the packaging for the exact tank model, the coil resistance supplied in the box and whether the 18650 cells are included. In most UK listings for kits of this type the batteries are sold separately, so assume you will need to buy two matched high-drain cells and a charger unless the listing says otherwise.

This guide walks through how the kit performs, how to set it up, which e-liquids and nicotine strengths make sense, what to do when something goes wrong, and how it stacks up against other kits you might be considering at a similar price.

Performance and vapour delivery

A 200W ceiling does not mean you vape at 200W. That number is the top of the range, and for most people it is never touched. The practical value of a high-output mod is that it can drive low-resistance mesh coils comfortably across their recommended range without the mod sitting at its limit all the time. A coil rated for 50W to 80W, which is a very common range for sub-ohm mesh, runs easily on a mod like this, and you can step up or down a few watts at a time until the vape feels right.

Here is how the output typically translates into the experience:

• Around 25W to 40W. Cooler, tighter, flavour-forward vaping. This is where you would run a higher-resistance coil of roughly 0.6 to 1.0 ohm for a restricted draw closer to a cigarette or a pod. Throat hit with freebase nicotine is more noticeable here.
• Around 45W to 75W. The sweet spot for most 0.2 to 0.4 ohm mesh coils. Warm vapour, full flavour, a good cloud without excessive liquid consumption.
• Around 80W to 120W. Hot, dense, high-volume vaping on a 0.15 to 0.2 ohm coil. Flavour gets bolder but the liquid disappears quickly and the coil ages faster.
• Above 120W. Rarely useful with a standard consumer tank. Most coils are not designed for it and you will burn through liquid and batteries for little real gain.

Vapour production on a sub-ohm setup is noticeably larger than on any pod kit. That is a feature if you like big clouds and a warm inhale, and a drawback if you want something discreet for use in a shared flat or on a train. The vapour is thick and lingers, so it is considered good etiquette to vape outdoors or in designated areas, and many workplaces, public transport and venues restrict it entirely.

Ramp-up, the delay between pressing the fire button and the coil reaching working temperature, is short on a mesh coil at sensible wattage. Running a coil at the very bottom of its range makes it feel sluggish, and running it above the top of its range can cause dry hits. If you are unsure, start in the middle of the rating printed on the coil, take a few puffs and adjust up or down from there.

Draw style matters too. Sub-ohm tanks are designed for a direct-lung inhale, meaning you breathe the vapour straight into your lungs rather than holding it in your mouth first. If you are used to a mouth-to-lung disposable or pod, the first few draws can feel large and airy. You can close the airflow ring partly to tighten the draw, and dropping the wattage a little will make the transition much smoother.

Flavour profile and what the coils bring out

Flavour on a kit like this depends on three things: the coil, the wattage and the e-liquid. The Obelisk 200W is a flavour-capable platform because mesh coils have a large heating surface area, which warms the liquid evenly and produces cleaner, fuller taste than the older round-wire sub-ohm coils did. You tend to get more of the top notes and the sweetness of the liquid, and the lower notes in a fruit or dessert flavour come through with more body.

What works well in a high-power sub-ohm tank:

• Fruit and ice blends. Berry, melon, mango, peach and grape liquids with a touch of menthol hold up well because the heat shows off the fruit rather than flattening it.
• Dessert and bakery profiles. Custard, vanilla cream, biscuit and cereal-style liquids are rich and sweet at moderate wattage but can leave residue on the coil quickly if the sweetener content is high.
• Menthol and mint. Cooling flavours stay crisp at lower wattage and turn sharper and more aggressive as you push the power up.
• Tobacco. Light tobacco liquids work, though heavy tobacco blends can taste smoky or papery on very hot settings. A slightly lower wattage usually fixes this.

As a general rule, a higher PG ratio (for example 50VG/50PG) carries flavour more sharply and gives a stronger throat hit, while a higher VG ratio (70VG/30PG or more) produces thicker vapour and a smoother inhale. Most shortfills sold in the UK are 70VG/30PG or 80VG/20PG, which suit sub-ohm tanks and mesh coils well. A 50/50 liquid suits lower wattage use and keeps the coil wicking comfortably, but it can leak more readily in a tank with generous airflow.

Fresh coils always taste a little off. Prime the cotton thoroughly, wait several minutes after the first fill, and start at the low end of the coil range for your first few draws. After that the flavour settles into its proper character. Coils generally taste their best in the first week of normal use and then gradually dull as residue builds up, especially with sweeter liquids. If a particular liquid begins to taste muddy, a fresh coil often fixes it faster than any change in wattage.

The kit itself has no flavour. It is a delivery system, and the character of your vape comes from the liquid and the coil, which is why it is worth keeping a couple of different liquids to hand when you first set the kit up so you can find the wattage and flavour pairing you prefer.

Design, build quality and colourways

The Obelisk 200W follows the broad Geekvape formula for a dual-battery mod: a rectangular body with rounded edges, a fire button on the front and a battery door that gives access to both cells. The housing is a metal alloy shell, which gives it a solid hand feel and the ability to take a bump or a drop from pocket height without cosmetic damage in normal use. Geekvape has built its brand on durability, and the Aegis range in particular is known for rugged construction, so it is reasonable to expect similar attention to the housing here, although you should still treat it as a piece of electronics rather than a tool.

Some practical points on the build:

• Size and weight. A dual-18650 mod loaded with two cells is noticeably heavier and bulkier than any pod kit. It is comfortable in a bag or jacket pocket, but you will feel it in the back pocket of a pair of jeans.
• Fire button. A single front-mounted button is easy to find by feel. Check the lock function in the menu, since a tap sequence that locks the button helps prevent accidental firing in a bag.
• Display. A small screen shows wattage, resistance, battery level and puff information so you can see what the mod is doing at a glance.
• 510 connection. The standard 510 threaded connector means the mod can take most sub-ohm tanks on the market, not only the one in the box, within sensible size limits.
• Battery door. A secure battery door protects the cells from loose items in a bag. Check it clicks fully shut before you leave the house.

The range is offered in several colourways. On this site the variants include black, blue, gunmetal and silver among others, and stock moves around so availability changes. The colour makes no difference to performance, so choose on looks. Darker finishes hide fingerprints better; lighter finishes show scratches less obviously. If you like to carry the device loose in a bag, the darker colours tend to look fresher for longer.

Build quality is also about what happens over time. Keep the 510 connector and the battery contacts clean, wipe the housing with a slightly damp cloth, avoid leaving the device on a hot car dashboard, and do not rinse the mod under a tap. Only the tank gets rinsed. A mod that is kept dry and clean will outlive several tanks and many hundreds of coils.

Battery, charging and cell safety

Battery handling is the part of a dual-18650 kit where it pays to be careful. The Obelisk 200W runs on two removable 18650 lithium-ion cells, which are a standardised cylindrical format around 18mm wide and 65mm long. A 200W maximum output is only achievable if the cells can deliver the current, so the cells you buy matter as much as the mod does.

Whether the cells are included depends on the listing. In most UK kits of this type they are sold separately, partly because shipping lithium cells is regulated and partly because many vapers already own a set. If they are not included, buy two matched, genuine, high-drain 18650 cells from a reputable UK supplier. Look for a continuous discharge rating of at least 20A. Popular choices include the Samsung 25R, LG HG2 and Molicel P26A. Avoid unbranded cells and any listing that claims an unrealistic capacity, since a cell with an inflated mAh figure is usually a re-wrapped or fake product.

Safe battery practice:

• Always use two cells of the same brand, model and age. Never mix old and new, or different brands, in the same mod.
• Keep the cells in pairs. Use them together, charge them together and store them together so their wear stays matched.
• Use a plastic case for spare cells. Loose cells in a pocket with coins or keys can short-circuit.
• Check the wraps. If the outer plastic wrap is torn or damaged, have it rewrapped or stop using that cell.
• Do not leave charging cells unattended or overnight. Charge on a hard, non-flammable surface.

Charging can be done in two ways. Some dual-18650 mods offer charging through a USB-C port on the device, which is convenient and handy when you are travelling. The more cautious approach is to remove the cells and charge them in a dedicated external charger, which is generally gentler on the cells and lets you monitor each one separately. Check the product page to confirm whether this kit has an onboard charging port and what its charging current is. Either way, use a quality charger and a reputable cable, and do not use fast chargers from unknown sources.

Battery life varies enormously with how you use the kit. At 50W to 60W on a 0.3 ohm coil, a pair of 2,500mAh cells will typically last most of a day of moderate vaping. At 100W and above the cells drain quickly and the cells work much harder, so you will want a spare pair if you vape at high power through the day.

When cells reach the end of their life, do not put them in your normal bin. In the UK, lithium cells should be taken to a battery recycling drop-off point, which you will find at most supermarkets, DIY stores and household waste recycling centres. Retailers that sell batteries are also required to take back old ones. Tape over the terminals first for safety. Never throw lithium cells into household rubbish or general recycling, as damaged cells can start fires in collection vehicles and waste sites.

The sub-ohm tank, mesh coils and UK capacity rules

A sub-ohm tank is a tank that takes coils with a resistance below 1.0 ohm. Lower resistance means more current flows through the coil at a given voltage, which generates more heat and so more vapour. Mesh coils, which replace the old coiled wire with a thin sheet of folded metal mesh, spread that heat over a much larger area. That makes them quicker to reach working temperature, more even in how they heat the cotton, and generally better for flavour than traditional coils at the same power.

What you need to know about the tank:

• Coil resistance. Mesh coils for tanks like this one are commonly in the 0.15 to 0.4 ohm range. A lower number means a looser draw and a higher wattage requirement. The recommended wattage range is printed on the side of each coil.
• Coil life. Expect roughly one to three weeks for a daily user, depending on liquid sweetness, wattage and how often you vape. Heavily sweetened dessert liquids shorten coil life; fruit and menthol liquids tend to be kinder.
• Airflow. An adjustable airflow ring lets you choose between a tighter, flavour-focused draw and an open, cloud-focused one. Start half open and adjust.
• Filling. Modern tanks usually fill from the top by sliding or unscrewing the top cap. Fill below the maximum line and never over the airflow slots.

UK rules shape what your tank looks like. Tanks sold in the UK are limited to a 2ml capacity, and nicotine-containing e-liquid is sold in bottles of no more than 10ml. Nicotine-free liquids and shortfills can be sold in larger bottles, which is why 50ml and 100ml shortfills exist. The maximum nicotine strength for any e-liquid is 20mg/ml. The same limit applied to disposables when they were still on sale, which is one reason a 20mg nicotine salt was the usual choice for those products. For this kit, you will fill the 2ml tank more often than you would a larger overseas tank, which is a normal feature of UK-spec equipment. Never fit an oversized glass or a non-UK expansion kit to try to hold more, as it changes the product from its UK-supplied specification.

Priming a new coil properly is the single most useful habit you can build. Drip a few drops of e-liquid directly on to the cotton through the holes in the side of the coil, fit it to the tank, fill the tank, tilt the tank gently to help the liquid soak in, and let it stand for five to ten minutes before use. Skipping this step is the main cause of burnt coils in the first day of use.

Coils are consumables and should be recycled. Most UK vape shops and many household waste recycling centres accept used coils and empty vape equipment, and electrical items carrying the crossed-out bin symbol should go to a WEEE recycling point. Never put the mod itself in general waste either.

Nicotine strength guidance for a 200W sub-ohm kit

Choosing the correct nicotine strength is one of the places new sub-ohm users go wrong, and it matters more with a high-power mod than with a pod. A sub-ohm setup produces a large volume of vapour per puff. If the nicotine strength is too high, a single draw can deliver far more nicotine than you intended and cause nausea, dizziness or throat irritation. If it is too low, you will chain vape in an attempt to get enough and use more liquid than necessary.

A practical guide for freebase nicotine in a sub-ohm tank:

• 0mg/ml. Nicotine-free. Common among long-term vapers who no longer need nicotine and people who vape for taste and habit. Most 50ml shortfills are sold at 0mg.
• 3mg/ml. A good starting point for light to moderate smokers moving to a high-power setup, or former smokers who have already dropped their intake. Smooth at moderate wattage.
• 6mg/ml. Suits people who previously smoked around 10 to 20 cigarettes a day. A noticeable throat hit at lower wattage.
• 9mg to 12mg/ml. Only for heavy former smokers using the kit at lower wattage with a tighter airflow. Most people find this harsh on a 200W setup.

Nicotine salts, usually sold at 10mg/ml or 20mg/ml, are designed for low-power pod devices and low-wattage restricted draws. They are very smooth at higher strengths, which is exactly the problem in a sub-ohm tank. Putting a 20mg salt through a 70W mesh coil delivers a huge dose per puff and is likely to make you feel unwell. If you have a 10mg or 20mg salt liquid you want to use, use it at low wattage with a high-resistance coil, or save it for a pod device.

Mixing shortfills is easy once you know the maths. A 50ml shortfill sold in a 60ml bottle leaves room for exactly one 10ml nicotine shot. Add one 10ml 18mg nic shot and the final strength is about 3mg/ml. Shake it well and let it rest for a day or two before use. Always check the bottle's instructions for the specific brand, since the nicotine shot strength and the shortfill size both vary.

The UK legal maximum for any e-liquid is 20mg/ml. If you have been using a 20mg disposable and are moving to this kit, do not simply carry the number across. Start at 3mg/ml or 6mg/ml, see how you feel after a day, and adjust. Higher power gives more vapour per puff, so the same total intake happens at a much lower strength.

If you are not a current smoker or vaper, do not start. Nicotine is addictive, and these products are intended for adults who smoke and want a lower-harm alternative.

Who the Obelisk 200W suits, and who should look elsewhere

The Obelisk 200W is a specific kind of device, and it suits a specific kind of user. Matching the kit to the way you vape matters more than the headline wattage.

This kit is a good fit if you:

• Want large vapour clouds and a warm, full inhale rather than a tight mouth-to-lung draw.
• Are moving away from large-puff disposables and want something refillable with a lower cost per day.
• Already use a sub-ohm tank and want a more powerful, adjustable mod than a basic starter kit.
• Are comfortable handling and charging 18650 batteries, or willing to learn the basic safety rules.
• Value flavour and want the freedom to choose from the wide range of shortfills sold in the UK.
• Like to have control over wattage and be able to dial it up and down for different liquids.

You may want to look at something else if you:

• Want a tight, cigarette-like draw. A pod kit with a small coil or a mouth-to-lung tank is a better match. A high-power sub-ohm kit will feel airy and large by comparison.
• Need something small and discreet. The vapour production and the size of a dual-battery mod do not suit discreet use.
• Dislike dealing with batteries. Removable 18650 cells need rewrapping, matching and safe storage. A built-in battery pod is simpler.
• Are a first-time vaper stepping off cigarettes with high nicotine dependence. Start with a simpler pod kit using a nicotine salt liquid, which delivers nicotine more efficiently at low power. Move to a sub-ohm kit later if you want bigger vapour.
• Have never smoked. Vaping is not recommended for non-smokers or anyone under 18. It is illegal to sell vapes to under-18s in the UK.

It is also worth being honest about where wattage stops being useful. You do not need a 200W mod to enjoy sub-ohm vaping, since most users settle between 40W and 80W. But the headroom in a dual-battery mod means the cells are working well within their limits at those settings, which tends to be kinder to battery life and means the mod stays cooler during longer sessions.

How to set up and use the kit

Setting up a new sub-ohm kit takes ten minutes if you follow the steps in order, and it avoids most of the problems people run into on day one.

• Step 1: Check your cells. Inspect two matched 18650 batteries for any damage to the wrap. Make sure both are charged to a similar level. Use only genuine high-drain cells with at least a 20A continuous discharge rating.
• Step 2: Fit the cells. Open the battery door and insert the cells with the polarity as shown inside the compartment. The positive end usually goes towards the top, but follow the markings on your specific mod.
• Step 3: Prime the coil. Drip e-liquid on to the cotton through the coil's side holes until it is visibly wet, then fit the coil into the tank base and screw it down finger tight.
• Step 4: Fill the tank. Open the fill port, pour in e-liquid up to the maximum line, close the port and wait five to ten minutes for the cotton to soak.
• Step 5: Attach the tank to the mod. Screw it gently on to the 510 connector. It should sit flush without forcing.
• Step 6: Power on. Press the fire button five times in quick succession to switch on, which is the standard sequence for most mods of this type. The screen should light up and show the detected coil resistance.
• Step 7: Set the wattage. Adjust to the lower end of the range printed on the coil, then take a few short pulls without inhaling deeply.
• Step 8: Fine-tune. Increase by 2W to 5W at a time until the flavour and warmth are right.

To switch off, press the fire button five times again. To lock the button, check the manual for the specific key sequence, since it can vary. Locking is useful when carrying the device in a bag, as accidental firing can drain the cells or heat the coil with no liquid on it.

Everyday care takes a minute. Keep the tank topped up before it falls below a quarter, since running a coil dry is the quickest way to ruin it. Take regular short breaks rather than chain vaping, which gives the cotton time to re-wet. Wipe the 510 pin and the battery contacts with a dry cotton bud now and then. When changing flavour, rinse the tank under warm water, dry it fully, then fit a fresh coil. Never submerge the mod itself.

Draw gently. A slow, steady inhale of three to five seconds suits sub-ohm vaping. Fast, harsh pulls can flood the coil and cause gurgling and spit-back.

Troubleshooting common problems

Most problems with sub-ohm kits come from the same handful of causes. Work through the likely ones before assuming the device is faulty.

• Dry or burnt taste. Almost always a coil that was not primed properly, a tank that has run too low, or wattage set above the coil's rating. Fit a new coil, prime it well, let it soak, and start at a lower wattage. A burnt coil cannot be revived.
• Leaking from the tank. Check the coil is screwed in tightly, the o-rings are seated, the tank is not overfilled, and the airflow is not wide open with a thin liquid. Wipe the threads dry before reassembling. Leaks that start suddenly after a drop may indicate a cracked glass.
• Gurgling or spitting. Condensation in the airflow channel or a flooded coil. Blow gently through the tank base with the coil out to clear it, wipe it dry and refit. Reducing the draw speed also helps.
• Check Atomizer or No Atomizer Found message. The mod is not detecting the coil. Unscrew the tank, clean the 510 pin and tank contact with a dry cotton bud and refit it. A coil that is loose or not fully screwed in, or one that has failed, can cause this.
• Short Circuit or Low Resistance message. Something is bridging the connection. Remove the tank and test it on another mod if you have one. A damaged coil or a pin that has been over-tightened can cause this.
• Low Battery or the mod fires weakly. The cells may be flat, worn, or not capable of the current at that wattage. Swap in a freshly charged pair of matched high-drain cells.
• Mod will not switch on. Check the cells are inserted the correct way round, the battery contacts are clean, and the cells are charged. Press the fire button five times firmly.
• Overheat warning. Let the mod cool down, check the wattage is within the coil's range, and avoid chain vaping.
• Weak flavour from a fresh coil. The cotton is probably not fully soaked. Give it another five minutes, tilt the tank, and take a few gentle puffs at low power.

If the problem remains after these checks, contact the retailer with your order number and a short description of what happens. Faults that appear in the first weeks are normally covered under your statutory consumer rights, and Geekvape equipment typically carries a manufacturer warranty on the mod itself. Coils, o-rings and glass are consumables and are usually not covered by warranty, so keep spare ones handy. Never attempt to open the mod or modify its electronics.

Value for money

Assessing value on a refillable kit means looking at the whole cost of running it, not only the price on the box. The upfront price of the Obelisk 200W covers the mod and tank. After that, three recurring costs apply: coils, e-liquid and battery replacement.

A rough monthly picture for a moderate daily user:

• Coils. Mesh coils usually come in packs of three or five. At one coil every one to two weeks, a pack lasts roughly a month or two.
• E-liquid. A sub-ohm user at 60W will typically get through somewhere between 3ml and 6ml a day, depending on how often they vape. A 50ml shortfill with a nicotine shot is therefore often a one- to two-week supply.
• Batteries. A good pair of 18650 cells lasts a year or more with sensible care and charging, so the cost per month is small, but it is a cost you do not have with a built-in-battery pod.

Compared with a heavy habit on disposable vapes, a refillable kit usually works out considerably cheaper after the first month or two. A single large-puff disposable can cost several pounds and last a few days for a heavy user, and the single-use ban has removed that option for new purchases anyway. Compared with cigarettes, the running costs of a refillable kit are generally a fraction of the cost of smoking.

What you get for the money is an adjustable device with a wide wattage range, a standard 510 connector that lets you change tanks without replacing the mod, and removable batteries you can replace individually. These are the points where a dual-battery mod outweighs a closed pod system on long-term value. If one component fails, you can replace it. If a newer tank appeals to you in a year, the mod keeps working.

Where value is less clear is if you will use only a small fraction of the available power. If you know you prefer a mouth-to-lung draw at 15W to 25W, a high-wattage dual-battery mod gives you capability you will not use, and a simpler pod kit would be cheaper and easier to live with. Be honest about how you actually want to vape before you buy.

Check the current price on the product page, compare it against the price of the equivalent Aegis kit in the same Geekvape range, and add the cost of a set of cells and a charger if they are not included, so you are comparing like with like.

How it compares with rival kits

The market for dual-battery sub-ohm kits is crowded, and the better ones are close enough that personal preference and price often decide it. Here is a fair look at where the Obelisk 200W sits against the options most UK vapers will weigh up.

• Geekvape Aegis Legend 2 (L200). The closest sibling in the same maker's range. The Aegis line is known for its tough build and water resistance rating. If you work outdoors, cycle or generally subject devices to rough handling, the Aegis family is an obvious comparison. If durability is your main concern, compare the ingress protection claims on the two product pages rather than assuming they match.
• Vaporesso GEN 200. A well-known dual-battery rival with a similar wattage ceiling. Vaporesso tends to emphasise a touch screen or interface-driven feel and its own GTX-style coil range. Compatible coils are widely available in UK shops, so both brands are easy to feed.
• Voopoo Drag series. A long-established range of dual-battery mods known for a strong chipset and a classic mod shape. The newer models are comparable in power and build, with differing menus and styling.
• Geekvape Obelisk 65 pod kit. The smaller Obelisk-branded pod device on this site is a good comparison if you are still deciding between a pod and a mod. It uses a lower-power, single-battery design and suits tighter draws and a smaller footprint, but it cannot deliver the big vapour output of the 200W kit.

On the points that matter day to day:

• Coil availability. Geekvape, Vaporesso and Voopoo all have wide UK coil support. Check the replacement coil price before you commit, since this is your biggest ongoing cost after e-liquid.
• Interface. Differences here are subjective. Some prefer a simple button-and-screen layout; others like touch controls. Watch a video or read a manual if you care about menus.
• Power and battery life. All of the major dual-18650 mods deliver similar real-world runtime on the same cells at the same wattage, because physics sets the limit. Choosing good cells matters more than choosing between these brands.
• Warranty and support. Geekvape has a long-established distribution chain in the UK, which helps if you ever need a replacement part or a warranty claim handled through a retailer.

The honest conclusion is that the Obelisk 200W is a competent, mainstream high-power kit rather than a niche product. If its look, price and feature set appeal to you, there is no strong reason to hold out for a rival. If you want the rugged reputation of the Aegis line or a different interface, those alternatives are worth a look before you buy.