May 17, 2023

Here you can learn more about reliable technology of IQOS ILUMA devices. A direct comparison between IQOS ILUMA and IQOS ORIGINALS DUO and lil SOLID shows the differences and specific characteristics of each device.

The revolutionary new IQOS ILUMA series takes tobacco heating to the next level, compared to previous IQOS models. All IQOS ILUMA devices use the innovative SMARTCORE INDUCTION SYSTEM™, which heats the tobacco from the inside without burning it, but without the smoke and ash, and provides a better experience compared to previous IQOS generations.* IQOS ORIGINALS DUO on the other hand, heats the tobacco from the inside thanks to the HeatControl™ temperature control system with heating blade. With the revolutionary SMARTCORE INDUCTION SYSTEM™ and the absence of blade, it is no longer necessary to clean IQOS ILUMA devices because there is no tobacco residue.
* 81% agreement amongst 714 adult consumers in Japan and Italy, 2020 -2021.

 

 

The features of IQOS ILUMA

What is the degree of innovation of the new IQOS ILUMA? These are the features and characteristics of the IQOS ILUMA PRIME, IQOS ILUMA and IQOS ILUMA ONE devices:

• No blade
• No cleaning
• IQOS ILUMA PRIME made of anodized aluminum
• Up to 2 consecutive uses with a single holder charge for IQOS ILUMA PRIME and IQOS ILUMA
• Up to 20 consecutive uses with a single charge for IQOS ILUMA ONE
• SMARTCORE INDUCTION SYSTEM™ technology
The IQOS ILUMA devices have a new design and are available in different colors. They also have the widest range of accessories ever to offer even more protection and customization possibilities.

 

 

 

 

The features of IQOS ORIGINALS DUO

The features and characteristics of IQOS ORIGINALS DUO are:

• Up to 2 consecutive uses with a single holder charge
• Pocket charger enables 20 uses
• HeatControl™ technology with a blade

 

IQOS ORIGINALS DUO is the most advanced device IQOS blade devices and has a compact and shock resistant design.

 

 

 

 

The features of lil SOLID

Lil SOLID 2.0 is a compact all-in-one device with following features:

• Up to 25 uses with a single charge*
• 3 consecutive uses without the need to recharge
• Pin-heating technology evenly heats the tobacco sticks from the inside.
• All-in-one design
• A simple and practical device
*Subject to battery performance degradation and conditions of use.

 

 

 

 

The technology of IQOS ILUMA vs IQOS ORIGINALS DUO and lil SOLID

The IQOS ORIGINALS DUO holder contains a special coated heating blade and with state-of-the-art electronics that regulate the heat for an always constant experience: the HeatControl™ technology heats the tobacco sticks, instead of burning them.
The IQOS ILUMA SMARTCORE INDUCTION SYSTEM™ instead heats the tobacco by induction thanks to a metal heating element inside the tobacco sticks specially designed for IQOS ILUMA.
Lil SOLID 2.0 uses a unique pin-heating technology to evenly heat the tobacco form inside without burning it.

 

 

 

 

The dimensions of IQOS ILUMA vs. IQOS ORIGINALS DUO and lil SOLID

Compared to IQOS ORIGINALS DUO, IQOS ILUMA devices are slightly larger in size. A larger and more robust device was designed to house the new SMARTCORE INDUCTION SYSTEM™ heating technology.
IQOS ILUMA ONE and lil SOLID 2.0 are all-in-one devices. Compared to the lil SOLID 2.0 device, IQOS ILUMA ONE is slightly thinner and has a different design.

 

 

 

 

The advanced features of IQOS ILUMA models

With IQOS ILUMA devices, advanced features and smart gestures are added:

• Autostart, an automatic start of heating when tobacco stick is inserted in the device
• Autostop, an automatic stop of heating if tobacco stick is removed or moved during use
• Battery status check by simply lifting the holder of IQOS ILUMA PRIME and IQOS ILUMA, and a direct check for IQOS ILUMA ONE by pressing the device button
• Indicating experience duration by subtle vibrations for IQOS ILUMA PRIME and IQOS ILUMA holders and by status lights for the IQOS ILUMA ONE device