Table of Contents
1. Introduction
Introducing the RabBeats RC10000 Touch, a groundbreaking addition to our lineup featuring the first-ever touch screen on a disposable vape. This release signifies the second installment from RabBeats, effectively enhancing the RC10000 model. Despite holding 4 mL less juice (14 mL), the Touch compensates with 3x power modes, a sophisticated touchscreen interface, and an expanded menu offering 12 flavors (all at 5% nicotine salt concentration). Furthermore, it boasts rechargeable capabilities, utilizing a USB-C port paired with a 620 mAh battery, mirroring the functionality of the RC10000.
For those familiar with my review of the RC10000, the Touch offers a distinctive allure of its own. Its innovative features deliver a unique vaping experience. Thus, the decision between the two models ultimately hinges on your flavor preferences. However, if you find the Touch’s features intriguing, allow me to delve into why it stands as a compelling recommendation in this review.
2. Flavor
RabBeats RC10000 comes with LA Mint, Dragon Strawnana, Coconut banana, Citrus grape, Blueberry Watermelon, Blue Razz Ice, OMG, Georgia Peach, Cherry Lemon, Mount Splash, Ruby Raspberry, Watermelon Bubble Gum.
3. Design & Quality
In the original RC10000 review, I described it as a “fresh new disposable with a familiar design.” Now, I believe the Touch rightfully claims that title. While maintaining a consistent aesthetic, notable differences emerge in the body construction, particularly with the integration of the touch screen feature.
The RabBeats RC10000 Touch presents a hard plastic exterior, in contrast to the rubberized exterior and shimmering front panel of the RC10000. Notably, the front panel now hosts the touch screen, doubling as a mirror when inactive. This subtle yet refined detail significantly enhances the device’s value proposition. However, it’s worth mentioning that the mirror surface tends to attract fingerprints, and the matte finish of the plastic exterior can make the device slightly slippery. Nonetheless, it remains visually appealing with an ergonomic grip.
Measuring 43 mm x 22 mm x 85 mm and weighing approximately 60 grams, the RC10000 Touch maintains parity with its predecessor in terms of dimensions and weight. Moreover, it retains the same slim and flattened duckbill-style mouthpiece, providing a comfortable draw with its wide, circular bore. While articulating the superiority of one mouthpiece over another can be challenging, the thoughtful design of this mouthpiece speaks for itself.
While further elaboration on the screen and its functionalities will follow in the subsequent section, it’s worth noting here that the screen is highly legible without being overly bright. During usage, a subtle screensaver depicting a rotating ball within a cloud enhances the overall user experience without overwhelming the device’s design. Moreover, when held with the screen facing the hand, the RC10000 Touch can seamlessly function as a discreet vaping solution.
3.1 Does the RabBeats Touch RC10000 leak?
Users of the RabBeats Touch RC10000 will enjoy a leak-free experience thanks to its solid build and tight seals. There are no messes to worry about!
3.2 Durability
The RabBeats RC10000 Touch is designed to withstand the rigors of frequent usage over time, ensuring a reliable vaping experience with consistent quality and performance. However, it’s worth noting that the intensity of flavor, warmth, and vapor volume escalates with higher modes. It’s essential to consider that battery life and juice capacity will deplete more rapidly when utilizing “smooth” and “strong” modes.
Here’s how RabBeats rates the modes:
Light: up to 14,000 puffs
Smooth: up to 12,000 puffs
Strong: up to 10,000 puffs
3.3 Ergonomics
The device features an ergonomic mouthpiece, designed for comfortable handling.
4. Battery and Charging:
As outlined in the “Getting Started” section, both the puff rating and battery longevity are contingent upon the selected mode of operation.
For prolonged usage without frequent recharging, it’s advisable to avoid the higher power modes, particularly the “strong” setting, which can deplete the 620 mAh battery within a few hours—an aspect that may seem somewhat impractical. However, such trade-offs are inherent in the design. Personally, I appreciate the device’s compact size and am disinclined to compromise it for a larger battery capacity.
Charging the device is a straightforward process—simply connect it to a power source using a USB-C cable. The charging cycle typically completes in approximately 80 minutes. Notably, the RC10000 Touch features pass-thru charging, allowing vaping while connected to a power source, with just a minute’s wait from reaching 0% battery capacity—an admirable convenience.
On a related note, it’s worth highlighting a missed opportunity with the RabBeats RC10000 Touch: the absence of a puff counter. Considering its advanced features like the touchscreen and anti-burn technology, adding a puff counter seems like a logical enhancement. This feature would enable users to track juice consumption and better understand the device’s performance. While this sentiment applies to disposable vape manufacturers in general, given the extensive features of the RC10000 Touch, such an addition would be particularly beneficial in this device.
5. Performance
The RabBeats RC10000 Touch has a loose MTL draw but still has nice resistance. I thought that the original RabBeats RC10000 Touch draw was great but maybe a bit too loose, considering it’s basically in “light” mode. Although the RC10000s don’t have an airflow controller, the loose MTL draw shines best in the “smooth” and “strong” modes due to having a bit more airflow than something like the BC5000.
Like most disposables, there is a mesh coil inside that fires quickly. It’s a quiet and smooth draw, no matter the mode. The throat hit from the 5% nicotine is pleasurable without getting extreme, even in the higher mode.
A standout feature of the hit is that RabBeats incorporated an anti-burn technology that works like temperature control. When the liquid gets too low, you won’t be able to take a puff. I love that I don’t get a surprise burnt hit, ever.
6. Price
7. Verdict
The RC10000 Touch stands out as a compelling recommendation. With its intuitive touchscreen interface, anti-burn technology, versatile 3x power modes, and convenient pass-thru charging capability, it represents a semi-advanced disposable vape that excels in user-friendliness.
However, one minor area for improvement lies in the menu selection. Introducing more dessert-style flavors, such as strawberry and cream, could enhance the overall appeal of the device. Presently, options like coconut and banana, and dragon strawnana, offer a semblance of dessert flavors, albeit limited. Nonetheless, despite the potential for expanded flavor offerings, the RC10000 Touch remains a commendable disposable vape, delivering on its existing features with excellence.
