Best DNA Mods 2018
Meticulously engineered, constructed out of die-cast zinc alloy with leather battery doors and wooden/resin side panels.
Evolv’s DNA boards are powering some of the most accurate and well-made vape mods the market has to offer. A temperature-control vaper’s dream, a DNA-powered device also offers a wide degree of customization with the use of the EScribe software. If you are after a tailor-made vape experience, you can literally tweak and modify every aspect of your puff!
This list features our favorite 250C and 75C DNA-powered mods in the market right now. Keep reading for a brief history of the DNA board and our tips that will guide you in the right direction for learning how to use the EScribe software.
Lost Vape Paranormal DNA250C
The Lost Vape Paranormal is a meticulously engineered DNA250C-powered mod. Constructed out of die-cast zinc alloy and using real leather for the battery doors (three configurations) and uniquely patterned resin or wooden side panels (four configurations). Capable of 200 watts with the use of two 18650 batteries.
Vapecige VTBox DNA250C
Vapecige’s VTBox is a no-nonsense dual-18650 mod housing the DNA250C chip. Firing up to 200 watts, it is a sturdy and industrial-looking box mod constructed out of T6 aluminium alloy with an anodized finish. Not by any means a small device, the VTBox will easily fit 30 mm-diameter atomizers with no overhang.
Lost Vape Triade DNA250C
The Triade is Lost Vape’s triple-18650 DNA250C-powered mod. Featuring a genuine leather battery door and symmetrically placed ventilation stripes, it has a futuristic but classy look. It is capable of firing at 300 watts while being one of the most ergonomic and comfortable to hold triple-battery mods in the market.
Lost Vape Therion DNA75C
The first device to ever house the DNA75C chip, the Lost Vape Therion is still one of the best of its kind. Constructed out of die-cast zinc alloy and coming in a variety of color and material configurations, the dual-18650 Therion follows the design lines of the Paranormal in a lighter and slightly smaller package.
Think Vape Finder DNA250C 300W
Think Vape’s Finder is made out of durable zinc alloy and features a leather battery cover, a stainless steel face plate and a 0.96” colored TFT screen. The Finder is ergonomically designed to fit three 18650 batteries — allowing it to fire up to 300 watts. The device comes in four color configurations.
Lost Vape Mirage 100W DNA75C
Lost Vape’s Mirage is a stunning DNA75C-powered mod that can fire up to 100 watts with the use of a single 18650, 20700 or 21700 battery. Combining a durable anodized aluminum frame with a resin or wood-dyed accent body, it comes in five color options each with unique patterns and color combinations.
HCigar VT250S DNA250
An oldie but goodie, HCigar’s update to the VT250 still has some tricks up its sleeve. Featuring interchangeable battery covers, the VT250S can be run either in dual- or triple-18650 mode. It houses the DNA250 chip, giving it a max of 167 watts in dual battery and 250 watts in triple battery configuration.
What is a DNA board?
Evolv’s DNA boards are widely considered some of, if not the most accurate box mod chipsets available. Starting in 2012 with the Darwin, the first variable wattage device to ever hit the market, continuing with the introduction of temperature control with their DNA40 board in 2014, and introducing Replay mode with their DNA75C and DNA250C boards in 2018, Evolv has drastically shaped the way we use our vapes.
Evolv didn’t just invent the concept of temperature control, but is still after all these years considered the benchmark for TC performance. Simply put, if you are a TC vaper you need a DNA-powered device.
Here is a timeline with the highlights of Evolv’s history:
- 2010 – The Darwin: the first variable wattage device to ever hit the market.
- 2014 – DNA40: the first ever TC-capable chipset.
- 2015 – DNA200: introduced firmware upgrades and raised the wattage limit to 200 watts.
- 2016 – DNA75: limited to 75 watts, it brought down the manufacturing costs.
- 2016 – DNA250: raised the wattage limit to 250 watts and added various features.
- 2016 – DNA60: an updated DNA40 board with EScribe compatibility.
- 2017 – DNA75C: a colored screen and various updates to the DNA75 board.
- 2018 – DNA250C: a colored screen and various updates to the DNA250 board.
- 2018 – DNA Go: an EScribe compatible board made for pod-systems.
What is the EScribe software?
One of the most distinguishing features of the DNA boards is their customizability through the use of dedicated software. EScribe is by far the most advanced vape-related software available and allows for a very in-depth control over a wide array of parameters, from simple profile and theme creation to every imaginable vape experience micro-adjustment.
This 32-page manual by Evolv will get you started with EScribe – it was written with the DNA200 board in mind but most info will also apply to newer boards.
You can also take Evolv’s introductory course on EScribe, which features full narration and detailed categorized slides (note that Chrome browser will not display the slides properly.)
For a more in-depth look to the ins and outs of Evolv’s EScribe software and its updated features on the DNA75C chip, check this video by popular YouTube reviewer DJLsb Vapes:
