How do IQOS models differ from each other?

IQOS ILUMA vs earlier blade devices like IQOS 3 DUO

IQOS ILUMA uses induction heating whereas previous IQOS generation devices used resistive heating technology. This is why we have IQOS 3 DUO with HEETS^TM and IQOS ILUMA with TEREA, with the same wide range of expertly crafted variants.

Here you will find a short summary of each IQOS model:

IQOS ILUMA
BONDS by IQOS
IQOS Originals
Previous IQOS Generations

IQOS ILUMA

IQOS ILUMA is more intuitive and simpler to use. Cleaning of the holder is no longer required.

It’s now easier to extract the stick as the sliding of the cap has been eliminated from the holder. And IQOS ILUMA has an auto start advance feature when you insert a TEREA stick.

IQOS ILUMA uses induction heating whereas previous IQOS generation devices used resistive heating technology. This is why we have IQOS 3 DUO with HEETS^TM and IQOS ILUMA with TEREA, with the same wide range of expertly crafted variants.

Innovative technology enhances and elevates your tobacco experience, while advanced features and customization allow you to personalize your device to your tastes and needs.

BONDS by IQOS

BONDS by IQOS* is an all-in-one pocket-size tobacco heating device. It features ROUNDHEAT Tobacco system which heats on the external circumference of the tobacco stick, thus, no cleaning required. When the device is fully charged, you can enjoy up to 20 experiences** including 3 back-to-back sessions.

_{*BONDS by IQOS is designed for use only with BLENDS tobacco sticks. **Depending on usage}

IQOS Originals

Both IQOS Originals DUO and Originals ONE use our HEATCONTROL TECHNOLOGY and a unique ceramic blade to optimally heat tobacco from the inside.

This blade with platinum and gold tracks, inserts into the HEETS^TM tobacco stick so all its wide surface touches the tobacco optimally heating it and providing cigarette like satisfaction. Both devices offer cigarette-like satisfaction and real tobacco taste. Both devices can be customized with accessories, while IQOS Originals DUO offers an enhanced range of colored doors and caps.

As of October 2023, both IQOS Originals ONE and IQOS Originals DUO models are no longer available. Here are the differences between the two.

IQOS Originals DUO		IQOS Originals ONE
It comes in the same form as IQOS 3 DUO, providing the same real tobacco taste for two consecutive experiences, but with four vibrant color options and accessories. The Pocket Charger houses our a compact lightweight Holder, which can give up to 20 experiences including 2 consecutive uses on one full charge.		It is a compact, easy-to-use, and all-in-one device, made better* for your on-the-go moments. When fully charged, you can use this device for up to 20 experiences** including 3 consecutive uses. vs IQOS 3 Multi *Depending on usage

IQOS Originals DUO

IQOS Originals ONE

It comes in the same form as IQOS 3 DUO, providing the same real tobacco taste for two consecutive experiences, but with four vibrant color options and accessories.
The Pocket Charger houses our a compact lightweight Holder, which can give up to 20 experiences including 2 consecutive uses on one full charge.

It is a compact, easy-to-use, and all-in-one device, made better* for your on-the-go moments. When fully charged, you can use this device for up to 20 experiences** including 3 consecutive uses.

_{*vs IQOS 3 Multi **Depending on usage}

IQOS Originals DUO is a facelift of the IQOS 3 DUO device. It comes in the same form as its predecessor 3 DUO, providing the same real tobacco taste for two consecutive experiences, but with vibrant color options (Slate, Turquoise, Silver, and Scarlet), an elevated accessories range, and a new cleaning tool.

Both IQOS Originals ONE and IQOS 3 MULTI use the HEATCONTROL TECHNOLOGY, optimally heating the tobacco from the inside using a flat wide ceramic blade, to provide real tobacco taste and cigarette - like satisfaction for the same experience duration: 6 mins or 14 puffs, whichever comes first.

IQOS Originals ONE however offers a greater number of uses, a more intuitive user experience and greater battery power. IQOS Originals ONE delivers up to 20 uses on a full charge, including 3 consecutive experiences while IQOS 3 Multi delivers up to 10 consecutive uses on a full charge.

Previous IQOS Generations

The IQOS 3 DUO, IQOS 3 Multi, and IQOS 2.4 Plus models are no longer available.

IQOS 3 DUO	IQOS 3 MULTI	IQOS 2.4 PLUS
The IQOS 3 DUO consists of two units: a holder, with which the HEETS^TM tobacco sticks are consumed, and a pocket charger, in which you can charge the holder. With a fully charged holder you can consume two HEETS^TM tobacco sticks without interruption. The Pocket Charger provides the Holder with enough energy for a total of 20 HEETS^TM tobacco sticks.	The IQOS 3 MULTI is an all-in-one solution: Holder and Pocket Charger form a single unit. When fully charged, you can consume 10* HEETS^TM tobacco sticks. That’s why many people choose to use IQOS 3 Multi as a second device, such as in their car.	The IQOS 2.4 PLUS is the entry-level model and works according to the same principle as the IQOS 3 DUO. Here, too, there is a holder that must be charged in the Pocket Charger. When the holder is fully charged, you can consume one HEETS^TM tobacco stick, while the pocket charger supplies the holder with enough power for 20* HEETS^TM tobacco sticks.