Innokin Kroma-Nova Replacement Pod

Overview

The Innokin Kroma-Nova Replacement Pod by Innokin at 0mg. Free UK delivery over £20, same-day dispatch on weekday orders before 4pm.

Innokin Kroma-Nova Replacement Pod Overview and Key Specifications

The Innokin Kroma-Nova Replacement Pod is the consumable half of the Kroma-Nova pod system. It is a refillable cartridge with the coil already built in, designed to be seated on the device, filled with your own e-liquid, used until the flavour starts to fade, and then swapped for a fresh one. If you already own the Kroma-Nova, this is the part you will buy again and again, so it is worth understanding what it does, how long it realistically lasts and how to look after it. This page covers all of that in plain language, written for UK vapers who want straight answers rather than marketing slogans.

Innokin has been building vaping hardware since the early 2010s and is known for compact, sensibly priced devices that favour reliability over gimmicks. The Kroma-Nova follows that approach. Rather than a sealed disposable that you throw away after a few hundred puffs, it separates the long-lived parts (the battery and the body) from the short-lived parts (the coil and the liquid reservoir). The replacement pod is that short-lived part, and keeping a spare in a drawer means a worn coil never leaves you without a working device.

Because this is a refillable pod, you stay in control of three things a disposable takes away from you:

• Flavour: any suitable e-liquid, from tobacco and menthol through to fruit, dessert and drink profiles.
• Nicotine strength: anything from nicotine-free up to the UK legal maximum of 20mg/ml.
• Running cost: a 10ml bottle of e-liquid refills a 2ml pod around five times, and for most people that works out cheaper per millilitre than buying disposables.

Exact figures can differ between production batches and pack variants, so treat the manufacturer information on the product listing and packaging as the final word. The practical picture looks like this:

• Liquid capacity: 2ml. This is the largest size permitted for refillable nicotine tanks and pods sold in the UK, so you will see 2ml on almost every pod system on the market.
• Coil: built into the pod, so there is nothing to screw in or rewick. The resistance is printed on the pod or given on the product page, and it tells you how tight or open the draw will feel.
• Fill method: a fill port closed by a soft silicone bung, sized for the narrow nozzle on a standard UK 10ml bottle.
• Connection: the pod seats into the device and makes electrical contact through its base. It should sit firmly with no wobble.
• Materials: a clear tank-grade plastic reservoir, a metal coil head and silicone seals.
• Typical lifespan: commonly one to three weeks of regular use, which equates to roughly 10 to 25ml of e-liquid passing through the coil.
• Battery: not in the pod. Power comes from the Kroma-Nova device, so changing pods does not affect charging or runtime.

One important note on compatibility. Pods are device specific. This one is made for the Kroma-Nova, and you should not assume it fits other Innokin devices or other brands. Match the model name on the listing to the name on your device, and if you are unsure, contact the shop before ordering.

Performance and Puff Delivery

A replacement pod's performance comes down to how quickly the coil heats, how evenly the wick feeds it, and how the airflow is tuned. Fresh out of the packet and properly primed, the Kroma-Nova pod should deliver consistent vapour from the first draw to the last few drops of liquid, without the spitting or dry patches that poorly made pods can show.

Puff count. A full 2ml fill typically gives somewhere in the region of 400 to 600 draws for most people. That is an estimate rather than a laboratory figure, because draw length matters a great deal. Short, gentle pulls stretch a fill further, while long, hard draws can use it up much faster. Over its whole life a single pod will be refilled many times, so its total output is measured in thousands of puffs rather than hundreds, which is the core advantage over a sealed disposable.

Warm-up and consistency. Pod coils of this type heat quickly, so the lag between inhaling and feeling vapour is short. Consistency does depend on the liquid level. When the reservoir drops below roughly a quarter full, the wick can begin to struggle to keep up, and you may notice the first hint of a dry or slightly toasted taste. Topping up a little early, rather than running the pod empty, is the most reliable habit for protecting the coil.

Vapour volume. This is a modest-power system built for convenience, not for cloud chasing. Expect smooth, moderate vapour that feels closer to the experience of smoking than to a large sub-ohm tank. If you are coming from cigarettes or from a basic disposable, that is usually exactly what you want, because the throat hit and vapour amount stay manageable and discreet.

• Use a liquid of roughly 50VG/50PG or a PG-leaning nicotine salt. Very thick, high-VG liquids wick slowly in a small pod coil and can cause dry hits.
• Give a freshly filled pod a few minutes before the first draw so the wick can saturate fully.
• Take steady draws of two to four seconds rather than very long pulls, which can flood or overheat the coil.
• Sweet, sugar-heavy liquids shorten coil life because sugars caramelise on the heating element over time.

In short, the pod is built to give a steady, predictable experience across its lifespan. How well it performs for you depends mostly on the liquid you choose and how you treat the coil, and the sections below explain both in detail.

Flavour Profile and Choosing E-Liquids

The Kroma-Nova pod does not have a flavour of its own, which is the entire point of a refillable system. What it does have is a flavour character shaped by its coil and airflow, and that character suits some liquid styles better than others. Understanding that helps you avoid wasting money on bottles that do not suit the hardware.

Compact pod coils run at modest temperatures, which tends to favour clean, defined flavours. Fruit, menthol, mint, tobacco and simple drinks profiles usually come through clearly. Very complex layered desserts and heavy custards can taste slightly muted or can gum up the coil faster, because the sugars and creamy flavour molecules that give those liquids their richness are the same ones that build up on the wick.

A few practical pairings to consider:

• Tobacco and nutty profiles: well suited to the tighter draw, and kind to the coil because they contain less sweetener.
• Menthol and mint: a reliable choice for a crisp, cooling hit. Strong menthol liquids can feel harsher at higher nicotine strengths, so consider stepping the strength down.
• Fruit and fruit-ice blends: the most popular category among pod users, and they generally keep a coil healthy for a respectable length of time.
• Dessert, custard and bakery: enjoyable, but expect to replace the pod a little sooner than with fruit or tobacco liquids.

Swapping flavours. A pod holds on to the character of what you put in it, because the wick is cotton or a similar fibre that absorbs liquid. If you change from a strong menthol to a delicate fruit, expect some ghosting of the old flavour for a fill or two. Many vapers keep two pods in rotation, one for menthol or mint and one for everything else, which avoids cross-contamination and also extends the life of both coils.

Variants. The Kroma-Nova pod is sold as a replacement part rather than in flavoured editions, so there are no flavour variants to choose between. Any variation in the pack, such as the number of pods or the stated coil resistance, is shown on the product listing. If the listing offers more than one option, choose the one that matches the resistance your current pod carries, unless you deliberately want to change the draw style.

Finally, always buy e-liquid from a UK retailer that supplies properly labelled bottles with the nicotine strength, ingredients and tamper-evident cap on show. That protects you and ensures the liquid is within the legal limits.

Design and Build Quality

For a part that costs a few pounds and gets replaced regularly, the build quality of a pod still matters, because it is the piece that leaks, cracks or fails to seat if it is badly made. The Kroma-Nova pod is designed around a small footprint, a visible liquid window and a simple fill mechanism, and it shares the clean, uncluttered look of the rest of the Kroma-Nova range.

Reservoir and window. The clear plastic tank section lets you see the liquid level at a glance, which is genuinely useful given the advice above about not running the pod dry. The plastic is intended for contact with e-liquid, but it is still plastic: harsh cleaning products, alcohol wipes left in contact, or prolonged heat can cloud or craze it. Wipe the outside with a dry or barely damp cloth and nothing more aggressive.

Fill port and bung. The soft silicone bung is the part most people interact with, and it is built to flex open for a bottle nozzle and then close again. It should reseal fully each time. If you see liquid weeping around the port, the usual cause is overfilling or forcing the nozzle in at an angle rather than a defect. Fill gently, straight, and stop short of the top.

Seals and fit. Silicone gaskets around the coil base and the mouthpiece keep liquid inside and air flowing along the intended path. When the pod is pushed fully home it should feel positive, and the device should recognise it immediately. A pod that wobbles or needs jiggling to fire has either not been seated properly or has a bent contact, and is worth swapping.

Mouthpiece. The drip tip is moulded into the pod, so you do not have to buy a separate one. It is a comfortable shape for most people, but you cannot swap it for a different drip tip, which is a trade-off of every integrated pod design.

• Inspect the pod when it arrives. Check that the bung is seated, the seals are intact and the coil base is clean and dry.
• Store spare pods upright in the original packaging, away from heat and direct sunlight.
• Keep pods out of reach of children and pets, because they contain residual nicotine liquid once filled.

Overall the design is functional and sensible. It is not meant to be exciting, and for a replacement part that is the right priority: it should do its job quietly and fit properly every time.

Battery and Charging

There is one thing to be clear about up front: the replacement pod has no battery. The power for the Kroma-Nova system comes from the rechargeable battery inside the device, so buying a fresh pod does not change how long a charge lasts or how often you need to plug in. Check the product listing for the Kroma-Nova device for its exact battery capacity in mAh, because that figure sits with the device and not with the pod.

That said, the pod does influence how much battery you use. A lower resistance coil draws more current to heat up, so it empties the battery slightly faster than a higher resistance coil would. If you notice the battery running down sooner after changing to a pod with a different resistance, that is normal and not a fault.

Charging. Pod devices of this kind charge from a standard USB power source through the cable supplied with the device. A few good habits apply:

• Use a reputable low-power USB adapter or a computer port, rather than a rapid-charge brick intended for tablets or laptops.
• Do not leave the device charging unattended overnight on a soft surface such as a bed or sofa.
• Charge at room temperature. Avoid charging in a hot car or in direct sunlight.
• Stop charging and contact the shop if the device becomes hot, swells, or the charging light behaves oddly.

Making a charge last. Plenty of everyday habits affect runtime. Short, gentle draws use less battery than long ones. Keeping the device out of cold pockets in winter helps, because lithium cells lose capacity in the cold. A weak battery can also make the vapour feel thin or the flavour weak, so if a brand-new pod seems underwhelming, charge the device before blaming the pod.

Do not charge with liquid on the contacts. If any e-liquid has leaked onto the base of the pod or the device connection, wipe both clean and dry before charging or firing. Moisture and sticky residue on contacts are a common cause of intermittent firing and charging errors.

In practice, a pod swap takes only seconds and has no bearing on battery health. Treat the battery and the pod as separate maintenance jobs: the battery needs sensible charging, and the pod needs sensible filling.

Coil and Mesh Technology

The coil is the reason you buy a replacement pod. Inside the base of the Kroma-Nova pod sits a small heating element wrapped in or backed by a cotton-type wick. When you draw, the device sends power to the element, the element heats, and the liquid soaked into the wick is turned into vapour. Everything about flavour, throat hit and vapour volume starts here.

Resistance matters. Coil resistance, measured in ohms, is the single most important number on the pod. The figure is printed on the pod or shown on the listing, and it works like this:

• Higher resistance, around 1.0 ohm and above: a tighter, mouth-to-lung style draw, lower vapour production and a stronger throat hit at a given nicotine strength. This pairs well with nicotine salts and suits people stepping across from cigarettes.
• Lower resistance, below roughly 1.0 ohm: a slightly looser draw, more vapour and a warmer vape, usually with freebase-style nicotine at lower strengths.

Mesh versus traditional wire. Many modern pods use a mesh heating element, a flat perforated sheet of metal, rather than a simple wrapped wire. Mesh has more surface area in contact with the wick, which spreads heat more evenly and tends to give fuller flavour and faster warm-up. Traditional wire coils can be a little more forgiving of thick liquids but heat more unevenly. Check the product description for the coil type that applies to your pod, because that detail can vary between versions.

Priming and coil life. A new coil needs to be saturated before use. The cotton wick is dry when it arrives, and firing a dry wick burns it on the first draw, which ruins the coil and leaves an acrid taste that never goes away. Always fill and wait. Coil life then depends on how you use it:

• Sweet liquids and high-sugar flavours shorten life through residue build-up.
• Chain vaping without pauses can overheat the wick and dry it out.
• Running the pod low on liquid causes localised burning at the wick.
• Consistently gentle use with a thinner liquid stretches a coil toward the upper end of its life.

Knowing when to change it. The sign is a slow fade. Flavour dulls, the vapour thins out, and you may notice a faint burnt or metallic note even with fresh liquid. When that happens and a fresh charge does not fix it, the coil has reached the end of its life, and the sensible move is to fit a new pod rather than increasing the nicotine strength to compensate.

Nicotine Strength Guidance for UK Vapers

The rules in the UK are straightforward. Nicotine e-liquid on sale for vaping is capped at a maximum of 20mg/ml, and refillable bottles containing nicotine cannot be larger than 10ml. That 20mg/ml limit is the same ceiling that applies to disposables, and it applies equally to the liquid you put in a refillable pod. Because the Kroma-Nova pod is filled by you, the nicotine strength is entirely your choice within that cap, and picking a sensible strength is the main thing that decides whether a pod feels satisfying or harsh.

Two types of nicotine. E-liquids use either freebase nicotine or nicotine salts, and the difference matters for pods:

• Nicotine salts: smoother at higher strengths, absorbed quickly, and widely used in pod systems. Typical strengths are 10mg/ml and 20mg/ml, though you will also find 5mg/ml, 12mg/ml and 18mg/ml.
• Freebase nicotine: a sharper throat hit, which becomes harsh above about 12mg/ml. Common in lower strengths of 3mg/ml to 6mg/ml for looser draws, and 12mg/ml for tight pods.

Choosing a starting point. A general guide, not medical advice, is as follows:

• Heavy smokers (around 15 or more cigarettes a day): often start at 18mg/ml to 20mg/ml salt in a high-resistance pod, then reduce over time.
• Moderate smokers (around 10 cigarettes a day): usually settle at 10mg/ml to 12mg/ml salt, or an equivalent freebase strength.
• Light smokers or social smokers: typically 5mg/ml to 6mg/ml is plenty.
• Ex-smokers and non-smokers: nicotine-free or very low strengths. Anyone who does not already use nicotine should not begin vaping with it.

Matching strength to resistance. A tight, high-resistance pod delivers less vapour per draw, so it often needs a higher strength to satisfy. A looser, lower-resistance pod delivers more vapour per draw, so the same strength will feel stronger. If the throat hit is too harsh, lower the strength before changing anything else. If you feel unsatisfied and keep vaping constantly, you may need a modest step up.

Signs the strength is too high include a scratchy throat, dizziness, nausea or a rapid heartbeat. If that happens, stop, take a break, and drop to a lower strength next time. A stop-smoking adviser or pharmacist can help you choose a plan if your goal is to quit.

Who the Kroma-Nova Pod Is For

The Kroma-Nova replacement pod is a narrow-purpose product, which makes it easy to say who it suits and who should look elsewhere.

It is a good fit for:

• Existing Kroma-Nova owners. This is the obvious group. If your pod is worn, cracked or simply past its best, a replacement restores the device to proper working order for a few pounds, which is far more economical than replacing the whole kit.
• Vapers who prefer simplicity. There are no coils to prime separately, no wicking, and no adjustable settings to fiddle with. Fill, wait, vape.
• People moving on from disposables. A refillable pod gives you freedom to choose flavours and strengths, and the running cost usually compares well with buying a new disposable every few days.
• Smokers switching to vaping. The tight, mouth-to-lung style draw that suits most pod systems is the closest match to the feel of a cigarette, which many switchers find easiest to adapt to.
• Anyone who values portability. The compact pod keeps the device pocket-sized and discreet.

It is probably not for:

• Cloud chasers and sub-ohm users. A small pod with a modest coil will never produce large volumes of vapour, and trying to force it will only shorten coil life.
• People who do not own the matching device. The pod does nothing on its own, and it is not guaranteed to fit other models.
• Those who want full control of power and temperature. Pod systems keep things simple by design, which means there is limited scope to adjust the vape.
• Anyone who does not already smoke or vape nicotine. Vaping is intended as an alternative for adult smokers, and it is illegal to sell to anyone under 18.
• Very high-VG, thick liquid fans. These liquids wick poorly in small pod coils.

A word on honesty. A pod system is not a risk-free product. Vaping is widely regarded as significantly less harmful than smoking, but it is not harmless, and it contains nicotine, which is addictive. If you are pregnant, have a heart condition or are unsure whether vaping is suitable, speak to a GP or pharmacist first.

How to Fit, Fill and Prime the Pod

Getting the first fill right is the difference between a pod that lasts weeks and one that burns out within a day. The process takes a few minutes and is the same every time you change the pod.

Step by step:

• 1. Check the device is switched off or idle. Handle the pod with clean, dry hands so you do not transfer oils or moisture onto the contacts.
• 2. Unpack the new pod. Remove any packaging, plugs or film from the mouthpiece and the base. Look it over for cracks, a displaced bung or damaged seals.
• 3. Open the fill port. Pull back or lift the silicone bung to expose the opening. Keep the pod upright, away from the airflow slots.
• 4. Fill with e-liquid. Insert the bottle nozzle straight into the port and squeeze gently, filling slowly so air can escape. Stop at the maximum fill line or just under the top. Avoid overfilling, and never let liquid run into the central air tube.
• 5. Close the port. Press the bung fully home and wipe away any liquid from the pod's exterior.
• 6. Wait. Let the filled pod stand upright for around five to ten minutes. This allows the wick to soak up liquid and prevents the dry hit that can ruin a fresh coil.
• 7. Fit the pod. Push the pod firmly into the device until it seats. Make sure it is aligned and does not wobble.
• 8. Take a few gentle draws. Start with short, soft pulls without pressing hard, to draw liquid into the coil before using it normally.

Refilling an existing pod. Remove the pod, wipe it dry, refill and close as above, and leave it for a minute or two before refitting. Refill when the liquid is low rather than completely empty.

Changing flavours. If you want a different flavour, empty the pod by drawing the remaining liquid or tipping it out and wiping the inside with a dry tissue. Do not rinse a pod with water, as moisture trapped in the coil can cause spitting and damage.

• Never use a damaged or cracked pod.
• Use only e-liquid designed for vaping. Do not fill with oils, flavourings or other substances.
• Keep the airflow slots clear. Blocked airflow causes gurgling and leakage.

Follow these steps and a pod should deliver steady, trouble-free vaping for its full lifespan. If you leave out the wait before first use, you are far more likely to burn the coil.

Troubleshooting Common Pod Problems

Most problems with a replacement pod come down to a handful of causes, and most are fixable in moments without replacing anything. Work through the symptoms below before assuming the pod is faulty.

Leaking. Liquid appearing around the base, mouthpiece or device contacts is the most common complaint. The usual causes are:

• Overfilling, especially pushing liquid past the fill line.
• A bung that is not fully seated.
• Changes in pressure, for example on a flight or after a car journey in heat. Store the device upright and refill after travel if necessary.
• Very thin liquid, which will seep through if the seals are slightly worn.

Wipe the pod and contacts dry, refit the bung, and fill a little lower next time. If a brand-new pod leaks straight away with correct filling, it may be defective and should be returned.

Gurgling or spitting. This usually means condensation or flooded airflow. Blow gently through the mouthpiece with the pod removed to clear the air path, and wipe the base dry. Spitting can also mean the liquid is too thick or the coil is nearing the end of its life.

Burnt or dry taste. If a fresh pod tastes burnt, the wick was probably dry when first fired, so allow longer to soak next time. If an older pod tastes burnt, the coil has likely worn out, especially after sweet liquids. Replace it rather than persevering, since repeated dry hits only get worse.

No vapour or no firing. Check these in order:

• Is the device charged and switched on?
• Is the pod pushed firmly into position?
• Are the contacts clean and dry on both pod and device?
• Is there liquid in the pod?
• Has the device gone into a protection mode after a long or repeated draw? Wait a few seconds and try again.

Weak flavour from a new pod. Prime it longer and take a few gentle draws. Check the battery level and the liquid itself, since some old or heat-damaged liquids lose their flavour.

Unexpected taste of an old flavour. This is ghosting from the previous liquid soaked into the wick. It fades after a fill or two.

If none of that helps, stop using the pod and contact the shop with your order number, photos of the fault and a short description. A genuine defect is covered by the returns process, which is explained in the FAQs below.

Value for Money and Comparison with Alternatives

Value is more than the sticker price. For a replacement pod, the useful measure is how much vaping you get per pound over the lifetime of the part, and how that compares with the alternatives.

Cost per day. A pod that lasts one to three weeks and costs a few pounds works out at a small fraction of a pound per day for the hardware. Add the e-liquid, which for a typical user is a 10ml bottle every four to seven days, and the total weekly cost usually comes in below buying a disposable vape each week. Exact savings depend on the liquid prices you choose, but the refillable route is generally the cheaper one for anyone vaping daily.

Against disposables. A disposable gives you zero fuss, but you pay for convenience: the battery, coil and liquid are discarded together, and you are limited to a single flavour and strength. A refillable pod keeps the battery and body in use for far longer, creates less waste and gives full control. The trade-off is that you need to fill it and look after it.

Against other pod systems. Several established brands sell similar 2ml refillable pod systems, including Vaporesso XROS, SMOK Novo and others in the same category. Those platforms are widely stocked, and their pods are often easy to find at low prices because of high volumes. That is a fair point in their favour. The sensible way to choose is by the device you already own, because pods are not interchangeable between brands. If you have a Kroma-Nova, this pod is the correct part. If you are choosing a new system, compare the device battery size, draw feel, pod price and availability together rather than looking at any one of them alone.

• Buy this pod if you own a Kroma-Nova and want to keep it running.
• Look at alternatives if you are starting from scratch and want the widest choice of pods and flavours of third-party coils.
• Buy a spare if you use the device daily, so that you can rotate pods and avoid being caught without one.

Ways to get more from each pod:

• Choose less sugary liquids when you can.
• Refill before the pod is empty.
• Prime properly every time.
• Rotate two pods, giving each a rest between uses.

Taken together, the pod offers sensible value if it matches your device, and a clear path to cutting your running costs compared with disposables.

UK Rules, Safe Storage and Recycling

Vaping products sold in the UK are subject to specific rules, and it helps to understand how they affect a refillable pod.

Age limit. You must be 18 or over to buy nicotine vaping products in the UK, and a reputable retailer will check your age at the point of sale or on delivery. Do not buy for anyone under 18.

Nicotine and capacity limits. Nicotine e-liquid is capped at 20mg/ml. Refillable pods and tanks are limited to 2ml, and nicotine e-liquid bottles to 10ml. These limits are why you will see almost identical sizes across brands.

Disposables and the wider picture. The UK has moved to restrict single-use vapes because of waste and the appeal to young people, which is one more reason refillable systems like the Kroma-Nova have grown in popularity. Whichever route you take, the same 20mg/ml cap applies to the liquid.

Safe storage.

• Store pods and e-liquid upright, in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight.
• Keep everything out of reach of children and pets. Nicotine liquid is toxic if swallowed or if it gets on skin or eyes in quantity.
• If liquid gets on your skin, wash it off with soap and water. If it is swallowed or gets in your eyes, seek medical advice straight away.
• Do not carry loose pods in a pocket with keys or coins.

Recycling and disposal. A used pod contains plastic, metal and a small amount of residual e-liquid, so it should not go into your household rubbish or general recycling. Retailers that sell vaping products are obliged to take back waste electrical equipment, and many local authorities run recycling drop-off points for small electrical items and vapes at household waste recycling centres and supermarkets. Look for the specific vape recycling bins. Before disposal:

• Empty out any remaining e-liquid where possible and wipe the pod dry.
• Keep pods separate from lithium batteries and devices, which need their own battery collection point.
• Never put a device with its battery fitted into household bins, as damaged lithium cells can start fires in refuse vehicles and recycling plants.

Handling pods responsibly takes little effort and keeps waste out of landfill. It also lets you enjoy the cost and environmental benefits of a refillable system without the downsides of careless disposal.