Differences in Features Between IQOS ILUMA™ and Previous Generation IQOS Devices

IQOS ILUMA™ is a tobacco alternative product that works by heating TEREA™ tobacco sticks from the inside, and not burning them. The generations before IQOS ILUMA™ include IQOS 2.4, IQOS 3 DUOS, and IQOS ORIGINALS, which differ in technology and the type of tobacco sticks used.

The significant difference in IQOS ILUMA™ is that it no longer uses a heating blade or is bladeless, as this generation now employs the innovative SMARTCORE INDUCTION SYSTEM™, which means it can only be used with TEREA™ tobacco sticks.

TEREA™ and HEETS tobacco sticks differ in several aspects, such as the technology used, tobacco placement, and the stick variants. TEREA™ is specifically designed to be used with IQOS ILUMA™ technology, while HEETS are made for previous IQOS generations that use HeatControl™ technology with a heating blade. Find the full information about the differences ondifferences on this page.

Additionally, IQOS ILUMA™ also has extra features not available in previous generations. What are the types and benefits of the features offered by IQOS ILUMA™? Check out this article for complete information.

Features of IQOS ILUMA™

IQOS ILUMA™ has many advanced features and smart gestures that make the experience of enjoying TEREA™ tobacco sticks more practical and modern, including:

1. Auto Start/Stop Feature

IQOS ILUMA™ and IQOS ILUMA™ Prime have an auto start/stop function that is not present in IQOS 2.4, IQOS DUOS, and IQOS ORIGINALS.

As the name suggests, the auto start feature means that the IQOS ILUMA™ tobacco heating device will automatically heat the TEREA™ tobacco stick as soon as it is inserted into the holder.

In the same way, the auto stop feature will automatically turn off the heating system in the device after the TEREA™ tobacco stick is removed. This feature further simplifies the use of IQOS ILUMA™. You can also enable or disable the auto start/stop feature through the IQOS Web App.

2. Lift Up Feature

IQOS ILUMA™ is also equipped with the smart gesture Lift Up feature. By lifting the IQOS ILUMA™ Holder when not in use, the light will illuminate to show the remaining usage.

3. Double Tap Feature

The double tap feature is useful for showing the remaining power on your IQOS device. To do this, double tap the Holder during use, and the Holder will vibrate to indicate the remaining usage:

3 Vibrations: 75-50%
2 Vibrations: 50-25%
1 Vibration: <25%

4. Vibration and Lighting Mode Personalization Features

Through the IQOS Web App, you can also use the vibration and lighting mode personalization feature on your IQOS device according to your preferences.

With vibration settings, you can determine when your IQOS vibrates when the holder is fully charged, when the heating process starts, or when usage is almost complete.

In addition, night mode in the IQOS Web App allows you to reduce the brightness of the LED lights at night when your device is charging.

Advantages of IQOS ILUMA™ Devices

Here are the advantages of IQOS ILUMA™ device features:

1. Innovative SMARTCORE INDUCTION SYSTEM™ technology.

2. No tobacco residue due to bladeless technology, so no cleaning is needed.

3. Easier tobacco stick insertion and removal process.

4. Another heating device model option with the IQOS ILUMA PRIME™.

5. More color choices for IQOS devices than before.

6. More diverse IQOS accessory options.

However, the IQOS ILUMA™ device also shares some similarities with previous IQOS generations (IQOS 3 DUOS and IQOS ORIGINALS), as follows: