The Difference Between RPM, LP1 and Nord Coils
The Difference Between RPM, LP1 and Nord Coils
A clear UK 2026 comparison of RPM coils vs LP1 coils vs Nord coils + physical size differences + device compatibility differences + resistance options + cross-compatibility (RPM 2 + RPM 3 generations) + which to choose for your specific SMOK device + UK TPD compliant + buy genuine from established UK retailers (UK Companies House + VAT registered + UK Trading Standards monitored).
The verdict
UK 2026 verdictThree families: device determines choice.
RPM = original generation. LP1 = low-profile. Nord = oldest pod family.
3families
RPM/LP1/Nord
Ω0.16-1.4
Combined range
RPM vs LP1 vs Nord coils UK 2026 + three different SMOK coil families with distinct physical sizes + device compatibility + resistance options + each fits specific SMOK devices + verify before purchase + buy genuine from established UK retailers (UK Companies House + VAT registered + UK Trading Standards monitored) + UK TPD compliant + UK 18+ age verification. RPM coil family: introduced with RPM40 + three generations (RPM + RPM 2 + RPM 3); each generation distinct + not interchangeable; original RPM fits RPM 25 + RPM 40 + RPM 80 + RPM 80 Pro + Nord 2 + RPM 40; RPM 2 fits Nord 4 + Nord 50W + Nord X; RPM 3 fits RPM 5 + Nord 5 + RPM 4 + RPM 100 + RPM Pro; resistance range 0.15-1.2Ω; mesh + DC options + sustained UK consumer choice. LP1 (Low Profile 1) coils: low-profile design + smaller size + fits 4 devices (Novo X + Nord X + Nord 50W + RPM 4); resistance options 0.6Ω + 0.8Ω + 1.0Ω MTL + Mesh available; cross-compatibility designed to maximise device flexibility + sustained UK consumer choice. Nord (original) coil family: oldest pod coil family + fits Nord (original) + Nord 2 devices; resistance options 0.6Ω DC + 1.4Ω + 1.0Ω ceramic + 0.4Ω mesh + 0.8Ω mesh; classic SMOK pod coil + sustained UK consumer choice. Key physical differences: RPM = larger coil; LP1 = smaller low-profile; Nord = original mid-size design. Key device compatibility: RPM has three generations + each generation device-specific; LP1 designed for cross-device flexibility; Nord original fits older Nord pods only. How to choose: identify your device first + check device manual + select correct family + sustained UK consumer protection. Common mistakes: ordering RPM (original) for RPM 4 (uses RPM 3 + LP1 + LP2 NOT original RPM); confusing LP1 with LP2; ordering Nord for Nord 4 (uses RPM 2 + LP2 NOT original Nord) + sustained UK consumer awareness. Always buy genuine: counterfeits common + always buy from established UK retailers + sustained UK consumer protection. UK TPD compliant. UK 18+ age verification. Made in PRC.
RPM vs LP1 vs Nord basics
3families
Three distinct families
Each family different size + device compatibility + resistance.
3RPM gens
RPM/RPM 2/RPM 3
Three RPM generations distinct + not interchangeable.
0.16to 1.4Ω
Combined range
Sub-ohm DTL through to MTL cigarette-like across three families.
RPM vs LP1 vs Nord coils: complete UK 2026 comparison
RPM coil family explained
RPM coil family explained + sustained UK consumer choice + UK TPD compliant. RPM (original) introduced with RPM40 device: SMOK's second generation pod coil family after Nord + sustained UK consumer awareness. RPM coil generations: RPM (original): fits RPM 25 + RPM 40 + RPM 80 + RPM 80 Pro + Nord 2 + sustained UK consumer choice; resistance options RPM 0.4Ω Mesh + 0.6Ω DC + 1.0Ω MTL + 1.2Ω MTL + Triple Coil + 0.6Ω SC; recommended wattage range 8-32W. RPM 2: fits Nord 4 + Nord 50W + Nord X + sustained UK consumer choice; second generation + larger coil; resistance options RPM 2 0.16Ω Mesh (sub-ohm clouds) + 0.4Ω Mesh (popular all-rounder) + 0.6Ω DC + 0.8Ω DC; recommended wattage range 12-50W. RPM 3: fits RPM 5 + Nord 5 + RPM 4 + RPM 100 + RPM Pro + sustained UK consumer choice; third generation; resistance options RPM 3 0.23Ω Mesh (best flavour) + 0.4Ω Mesh (versatile) + 0.6Ω Mesh + 0.8Ω Mesh; recommended wattage range 12-80W. RPM coil characteristics: Larger physical size: vs LP1 + sustained UK consumer awareness. Wide resistance range: from extreme cloud chasing to MTL nic salts + sustained UK consumer choice. Multiple variations: mesh + DC + ceramic options across generations + sustained UK consumer choice. Reliable performance: well-established design + sustained UK consumer awareness. RPM cross-compatibility: RPM (original) fits Nord 2 + creates options for that device + sustained UK consumer choice; RPM 2 + RPM 3 device-specific without further cross-compatibility (LP1/LP2 cross-compat handled separately). Common RPM mistakes: Mistake 1: ordering RPM (original) for RPM 4 (RPM 4 uses RPM 3 NOT original RPM) + sustained UK consumer awareness. Mistake 2: ordering RPM 2 for RPM 5 (RPM 5 uses RPM 3 NOT RPM 2) + sustained UK consumer awareness. Mistake 3: ordering RPM 3 for RPM 80 (RPM 80 uses RPM (original) + Nord NOT RPM 3) + sustained UK consumer awareness. Always check coil packaging: indicates compatible devices + sustained UK consumer protection. UK Trading Standards investigations: counterfeit products + non-compliant products + sustained UK consumer protection. UK TPD compliant. UK 18+ age verification.
LP1 coil family explained
LP1 coil family explained + sustained UK consumer choice + UK TPD compliant. LP1 (Low Profile 1) coil family: introduced with Novo X device + designed for compact pod kits + low-profile small form factor + sustained UK consumer awareness. LP1 device compatibility: fits 4 devices + Novo X + Nord X + Nord 50W + RPM 4 + sustained UK consumer choice; cross-compatibility designed to maximise device flexibility + reduce coil family proliferation. LP1 resistance options: LP1 0.6Ω Mesh: RDL versatile + 18-25W + 50/50 or 70/30 + sustained UK consumer choice. LP1 0.8Ω Mesh: RDL/MTL hybrid + 12-25W + 50/50 or 70/30 + sustained UK consumer choice. LP1 1.0Ω MTL: cigarette-like + 10-15W + 50/50 nic salts + sustained UK consumer choice. LP1 0.8Ω DC: traditional dual coil + 12-25W + sustained UK consumer choice. LP1 characteristics: Smaller physical size: vs RPM coils + suits compact pod kits + sustained UK consumer awareness. Cross-device compatibility: 4-device flexibility + sustained UK consumer choice. RDL + MTL focus: not designed for extreme cloud chasing + sustained UK consumer awareness. Mesh availability: most LP1 options are mesh + better flavour + 25-50% longer life + sustained UK consumer choice. Smooth experience: low-profile design optimised for compact pod kits + sustained UK consumer experience. LP1 vs LP2: Different families: not interchangeable + sustained UK consumer awareness. LP2 fits different devices: Nord 4 + Nord 5 + RPM 4 (3 devices); LP1 fits 4 devices; some overlap with RPM 4. LP2 supports lower resistance: more cloud production options (0.23Ω + 0.4Ω); LP1 more MTL focused. LP2 is larger: physical size + sustained UK consumer awareness. RPM 4 unique: only device accepting both LP1 + LP2 + RPM 3 (3 families) + maximum coil choice flexibility + sustained UK consumer choice. Common LP1 mistakes: Mistake 1: ordering LP1 for Nord 4 (Nord 4 uses LP2 + RPM 2 NOT LP1) + sustained UK consumer awareness. Mistake 2: confusing LP1 with LP2 (different sizes + different devices) + sustained UK consumer awareness. Mistake 3: ordering LP1 for original Novo (Novo uses Novo coils only NOT LP1) + sustained UK consumer awareness. Always check coil packaging: indicates compatible devices + sustained UK consumer protection. UK Trading Standards investigations: counterfeit products + non-compliant products + sustained UK consumer protection. UK TPD compliant. UK 18+ age verification.
Nord (original) coil family explained
Nord (original) coil family explained + sustained UK consumer choice + UK TPD compliant. Nord (original) coil family: SMOK's oldest pod coil family + introduced with original Nord pod kit + classic SMOK pod design + sustained UK consumer awareness. Nord device compatibility: fits Nord (original) + Nord 2 devices + sustained UK consumer choice; some Nord coils also fit RPM 40 + RPM 80 + RPM 80 Pro (cross-compatibility with RPM devices). Nord resistance options: Nord 0.6Ω DC: dual coil + sub-ohm RDL + 18-25W + sustained UK consumer choice. Nord 0.4Ω Mesh: sub-ohm + 25W + better flavour + sustained UK consumer choice; mesh upgrade for original Nord. Nord 0.6Ω Mesh: RDL + 25W + better flavour + sustained UK consumer choice. Nord 0.8Ω Mesh: RDL/MTL hybrid + 12-25W + sustained UK consumer choice. Nord 1.4Ω MTL: cigarette-like + 8-12W + 50/50 nic salts + sustained UK consumer choice. Nord 1.0Ω Ceramic: smoother + slower flavour + sustained UK consumer choice. Nord characteristics: Mid-size physical design: between RPM (larger) + LP1 (smaller) + sustained UK consumer awareness. Wide resistance range: from sub-ohm RDL to MTL cigarette-like + sustained UK consumer choice. Classic experience: well-established design + reliable + sustained UK consumer awareness. Cross-compatibility with RPM (original): works with RPM 40 + RPM 80 + RPM 80 Pro + Nord 2 + sustained UK consumer choice. Mesh upgrades available: even on original Nord device + sustained UK consumer choice. Nord 2 coils (separate family): SMOK created Nord 2 specific coils + fits Nord 2 device only + don't confuse with original Nord coils. Common Nord mistakes: Mistake 1: ordering Nord coils for Nord 4 (Nord 4 uses RPM 2 + LP2 NOT original Nord) + sustained UK consumer awareness. Mistake 2: ordering Nord coils for Nord 5 (Nord 5 uses RPM 3 + LP2 NOT original Nord) + sustained UK consumer awareness. Mistake 3: confusing Nord with Nord 2 coils (different families) + sustained UK consumer awareness. Always check device generation: original Nord vs Nord 2 vs Nord 4 vs Nord 5 use different coils + sustained UK consumer protection. UK Trading Standards investigations: counterfeit products + non-compliant products + sustained UK consumer protection. UK 18+ age verification.
Side-by-side comparison
Side-by-side comparison + sustained UK consumer choice + UK TPD compliant. Physical size comparison: RPM: larger coil (across generations) + sustained UK consumer awareness. LP1: smaller low-profile + compact + sustained UK consumer awareness. Nord: mid-size + classic design + sustained UK consumer awareness. Device compatibility comparison: RPM (original): 4 devices (RPM 25 + RPM 40 + RPM 80 + RPM 80 Pro + Nord 2). RPM 2: 3 devices (Nord 4 + Nord 50W + Nord X). RPM 3: 5 devices (RPM 5 + Nord 5 + RPM 4 + RPM 100 + RPM Pro). LP1: 4 devices (Novo X + Nord X + Nord 50W + RPM 4). Nord (original): 2 devices (Nord + Nord 2). Resistance range comparison: RPM (original + RPM 2 + RPM 3): 0.16Ω to 1.2Ω (combined) + sustained UK consumer choice. LP1: 0.6Ω to 1.0Ω + sustained UK consumer choice. Nord (original): 0.4Ω to 1.4Ω + sustained UK consumer choice. Vaping style comparison: RPM: covers sub-ohm DTL + RDL + MTL + extreme cloud chasing options. LP1: focused on RDL + MTL + not designed for extreme clouds. Nord (original): covers sub-ohm RDL + MTL + cigarette-like. Mesh availability comparison: RPM: excellent mesh availability across all generations. LP1: most options are mesh. Nord (original): mesh upgrades available + classic DC also available. Cost comparison: RPM: typically £9-15 per 5-pack at established UK retailers. LP1: typically £11-15 per 5-pack. Nord (original): typically £9-13 per 5-pack. Best for: RPM: widest range of vaping styles + RPM 25/40/80/Nord 2/Nord 4/5/RPM 4/5/100/Pro device owners. LP1: compact pod kit owners (Novo X + Nord X + Nord 50W) + RPM 4 owners wanting MTL/RDL options. Nord (original): classic Nord pod kit owners + Nord 2 owners. Mesh + flavour winner: tied between RPM 3 0.23Ω Mesh + LP2 0.23Ω Mesh (LP2 not LP1); LP1 0.6Ω Mesh strong RDL flavour. Cloud chasing winner: RPM 2 0.16Ω Mesh (within pod kit limits) + RPM 3 0.23Ω Mesh. MTL nic salts winner: RPM 1.0Ω MTL + LP1 1.0Ω MTL + Nord 1.4Ω MTL all excellent. Always buy genuine: counterfeits common + always buy from established UK retailers (UK Companies House + VAT registered + UK Trading Standards monitored) + sustained UK consumer protection. UK 18+ age verification.
Choosing the right family for your device
Choosing the right family for your device + sustained UK consumer protection + UK TPD compliant. Step 1: identify your exact SMOK device: model name + generation + version + sustained UK consumer protection. Step 2: match device to coil family/families: RPM 25 + RPM 40 + RPM 80 + RPM 80 Pro: RPM (original) coils + Nord coils (cross-compatible). Nord (original): Nord (original) coils only. Nord 2: Nord 2 coils + RPM (original) coils. Nord 4: RPM 2 coils + LP2 coils (NOT LP1 or Nord). Nord 5: RPM 3 coils + LP2 coils (NOT LP1 or Nord). Nord 50W: RPM 2 coils + LP1 coils. Nord X: RPM 2 coils + LP1 coils. RPM 4: RPM 3 coils + LP1 coils + LP2 coils (3 families). RPM 5: RPM 3 coils only. RPM 100: RPM 3 coils only. RPM Pro: RPM 3 coils only. Novo X: Novo coils + LP1 coils. Step 3: choose vaping style: sub-ohm DTL clouds + RDL + MTL nic salts; sustained UK consumer choice. Step 4: choose resistance + type: match e-liquid to coil + match wattage to device + sustained UK consumer protection. Step 5: choose mesh or regular: mesh = better flavour + 25-50% longer life; regular DC = lower cost + traditional + sustained UK consumer choice. Step 6: verify before purchase: check coil packaging + retailer compatibility chart + SMOK official website + sustained UK consumer protection. Step 7: buy genuine: established UK retailers (UK Companies House + VAT registered + UK Trading Standards monitored) + sustained UK consumer protection. Common confusion + solutions: Confusion 1: "I have a Nord device so I need Nord coils" + WRONG for Nord 4/5 (uses RPM 2/3 + LP2); RIGHT for original Nord + Nord 2. Confusion 2: "I have an RPM device so I need RPM coils" + WRONG for RPM 4/5 (uses RPM 3); RIGHT for RPM 25/40/80. Confusion 3: "LP1 and LP2 are similar so interchangeable" + WRONG; different sizes + different devices. Solution: always check device manual + retailer compatibility chart + SMOK official website + sustained UK consumer protection. UK consumer rights: faulty coils = retailer replacement obligation under Consumer Rights Act 2015 + sustained UK consumer protection. UK 18+ age verification: established UK retailers verify age + never sold to under-18s + sustained UK consumer protection. UK Trading Standards investigations: counterfeit products + non-compliant products + active enforcement + sustained UK consumer protection. UK TPD compliant. Made in PRC. Manufacturer SMOK Technology Co. Ltd.
Six steps to choose RPM vs LP1 vs Nord
Identify exact SMOK device
Model name + generation. Determines correct coil family.
Match device to family/families
Some devices accept multiple. Check compatibility chart.
Choose vaping style
Sub-ohm DTL clouds + RDL + MTL. Determines resistance.
Choose resistance + type
Match e-liquid to coil + match wattage to device.
Choose mesh or regular
Mesh = better flavour + 25-50% longer life. Recommended.
Buy genuine + verify
Established UK retailers + UK Companies House + VAT registered.
Nord 50 vs RPM 4 key points
Both UK TPD compliant
Same e-liquid compatibility + same regulatory framework + same UK 18+ verification.
RPM has three generations
RPM (original) + RPM 2 + RPM 3 distinct + not interchangeable.
LP1 = cross-device flexibility
Fits 4 devices. Smaller low-profile design. RDL + MTL focus.
Nord = oldest pod family
Original Nord + Nord 2 only. Mesh upgrades available.
RPM vs LP1 vs Nord coils UK 2026 + three different SMOK coil families with distinct sizes + device compatibility + resistance options. Identify your device first + check compatibility before purchase. Buy genuine from established UK retailers (UK Companies House + VAT registered + UK Trading Standards monitored). UK TPD compliant. UK 18+ age verification. To pick up your SMOK coils see the SMOK coils collection.
Pick up your SMOK coils
RPM vs LP1 vs Nord coils UK 2026 + three different SMOK coil families with distinct physical sizes + device compatibility + resistance options. RPM coil family: introduced with RPM40 + three generations (RPM + RPM 2 + RPM 3); each generation distinct + not interchangeable; original RPM fits RPM 25 + RPM 40 + RPM 80 + RPM 80 Pro + Nord 2 (resistance 0.4-1.2Ω 8-32W); RPM 2 fits Nord 4 + Nord 50W + Nord X (resistance 0.16-0.8Ω 12-50W); RPM 3 fits RPM 5 + Nord 5 + RPM 4 + RPM 100 + RPM Pro (resistance 0.23-0.8Ω 12-80W); larger physical size; mesh + DC + ceramic options. LP1 (Low Profile 1) coils: low-profile small form factor; fits 4 devices (Novo X + Nord X + Nord 50W + RPM 4); resistance options 0.6Ω Mesh (RDL 18-25W) + 0.8Ω Mesh (RDL/MTL 12-25W) + 1.0Ω MTL (cigarette-like 10-15W) + 0.8Ω DC (12-25W); cross-device flexibility; RDL + MTL focus (not extreme clouds); mesh availability strong. Nord (original) coil family: oldest pod coil family; fits Nord (original) + Nord 2 devices (some cross-compatibility with RPM 40/80); resistance options Nord 0.6Ω DC + 0.4Ω Mesh + 0.6Ω Mesh + 0.8Ω Mesh + 1.4Ω MTL + 1.0Ω Ceramic; mid-size physical design; classic experience. Side-by-side comparison: Physical size RPM larger + LP1 smaller + Nord mid-size; Device compatibility RPM (original) 4 devices + RPM 2 3 devices + RPM 3 5 devices + LP1 4 devices + Nord (original) 2 devices; Resistance range RPM 0.16-1.2Ω + LP1 0.6-1.0Ω + Nord 0.4-1.4Ω; Vaping style RPM all styles + LP1 RDL/MTL + Nord RDL/MTL/cigarette-like; Mesh availability all three excellent; Cost RPM £9-15 + LP1 £11-15 + Nord £9-13. Best for: RPM widest range of styles + most device options; LP1 compact pod kit owners + RPM 4 owners; Nord classic Nord pod kit owners + Nord 2. How to choose: identify exact device + match device to family/families + choose vaping style + choose resistance + type + choose mesh or regular + verify before purchase + buy genuine. Common confusion: "I have a Nord device so I need Nord coils" WRONG for Nord 4/5; "I have an RPM device so I need RPM coils" WRONG for RPM 4/5; "LP1 and LP2 are interchangeable" WRONG. Always check device manual + retailer compatibility chart + SMOK official website. Always buy genuine from established UK retailers (UK Companies House + VAT registered + UK Trading Standards monitored) + counterfeit prevention + UK 18+ age verification + UK consumer rights faulty products = retailer replacement obligation under Consumer Rights Act 2015. UK TPD compliant. Made in PRC. Manufacturer SMOK Technology Co. Ltd.
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For SMOK coil compatibility see SMOK coil compatibility. For SMOK LP1 vs LP2 see SMOK LP1 vs LP2. For SMOK RPM vs Nord see SMOK RPM vs Nord.
