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REVIEWS

SPECIFICATIONS :

E-liquid capacity : 2ml Dimensions : 22 x 45mm Weight out the box : 42g Single coil build Top fill system 510 drip tip
ASPIRE NEEKO RTA ASPIRE NEEKO RTA Words : Paul Johnson
Today I ’ m taking a look at Aspire ’ s latest addition to their tank range , the Neeko RTA . The one I have is in black but it ’ s also available in stainless steel and gunmetal . So , what ’ s in the box ?
• 2ml RTA with full glass tube
• Spare glass with 2 / 3 metal top
• Seal kit with deck screws & screwdriver
• Five replacement airflow jets
• Longer drip tip In the hand , the Neeko feels very well made with screw threads and seals feeling smooth and tight . Unscrewing the base from the chimney reveals a postless design build deck with top coil mounting flat head screws , dual wicking points and the bottom air jet mounted in the centre . I noticed tightening the screws after fitting a 0.4Ohm coil can knock the coil off centre , so it ’ s best to use a pair of tweezers to hold it in place . Filling is done via the top , a quick ¼ turn and the top is off and the fill hole is revealed . To refit the top , align the locking point , push and twist . - this feels very smooth and secure . Now to give it a blast . A good direct draw , but far too easy for my liking , I prefer a more restrictive draw . Now ordinarily a quick twist of the airflow ring and we are good , but with the Neeko using air jets at the bottom and the top I will need to change them . This is not a problem as there is an array of different sized jets in the box ranging from 0.8 – 2.5mm . The 2mm is pre-installed , so the 1.5mm would be my choice . A quick twist and the top is off , the jet simply pulls out and the replacement fitted . Now for the bottom jet , this is sited underneath the coil in the centre of the build deck ! Things are going to get messy . Having tried to change the jet with the coil still in place I decided it would be less hassle removing the coil completely . Once removed and new jet fitted we are good to go . The 1.5mm jet is more to my liking and giving good flavour and dense vape . I would suggest trying the airflow jets before doing your build , it may not be exact but will give a good idea . After using the Neeko for a couple of days I had no leaks or issues . After my success with the 0.4Ohm 1.5mm jet direct vape build I thought I would try the other jets as a MTL vape . A change to a 1.2Ohm coil and the 0.8mm jet was made and a nic salt juice was added . This resulted in a superb MTL vape , with excellent flavour and great throat hit . After experimenting further with the 1mm and 1.2mm jets I settled on the 0.8mm as my favourite MTL and the 1.5mm jet for direct vaping . There is also a 2.5mm set of jets which I didn ’ t try as the 2mm was too loose for me anyhow . Overall the Neeko is a good RTA , boasting an excellent build quality and a handy spares package . The only downside for me was the jetting system , as I vape different juices and change the airflow dependant on the e-liquid . But if you like a really loose draw on your vape then the 2mm or 2.5mm will be for you . As a MTL tank , once you have your preferred jets in place it ’ s a great piece of kit .
PROS
- Overall build quality , spares package .
CONS
- Jet airflow system ( if you like to adjust on the fly )
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