Hello, today let's take a look at Smok RPM 85 & RPM 100 Kit. I will review in this Test each of the features that distinguish these items. I hope that by the end of this reading you will have understood these products, and therefore decided whether to invest in them or not. As always, my opinions are free and based on my personal experience.
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► Smok RPM 85 & RPM 100 Kit; Before starting, let's see together some special features indicated by the manufacturer:
• 1. Choose your RPM Mod with built-in 3000 mAh battery or with external 18650 /20700/21700 batteries
• 2. 1.5A Type-C fast charging
• 3 0.96 inch TFT color display
• 4. IML (In Mold Labeling) technique
• 5. Strong magnetic connection
• 6. Adjust the airflow with rotating air inlet ring
• 7. Design of the childproof pod
• 8. 6ml large e-liquid capacity
• 9. Safe and hygienic top filling system
• 10. Suitable for SMOK RPM 85/100 empty pod
• 11. Suitable for SMOK RPM 2/3 coils
• 12. Safety protections: High temperature/8S/pod detection/short circuit/low voltage protection
► Smok RPM 85 & RPM 100 Kit; Packaging:
The classic Smok cardboard package with a black background, shows on the front: The Brand (Smok), the name of the product, the choice of color and the main technical characteristics in the form of icons. On the back of the box there are: The packing list, Smok's address, warnings, legal trademarks & logos. On the side you will find all the anti-counterfeiting information of Smoktech.
► Smok RPM 85 & RPM 100 Kit; Packing List:
• 1* SMOK RPM 85 device (RPM 100 + adapter for 18650 battery )
• 1* SMOK RPM 85/100 empty pod of 6ml RPM 3 coils
• 1* SMOK RPM 3 Mesh 0.15Ω Coil • 1* Coil SMOK RPM 3 Mesh 0.23Ω • 1* Type-C Cable • 1* User Manual
► Smok RPM 85 & RPM 100 Kit; Specifications:
• Dimensions: 128.5*29*36mm (RPM 100 136*29*36mm)
• Battery: Built-in 3000mAh (RPM 100 external 18650 /20700/21700 not included)
• Output power: 5W-85W (RPM 100 5W-100W)
• Input voltage: 3.3V-4.2V
• Output voltage: 0.8V-4.0V
• Standby current: <100uA
• Maximum output current: <25A
• Resistance range: 0 .15Ω-2.50Ω
• Charging Type: 1.5A Type-C Quick • Charging
Voltage: 5V ± 0.2V
• Charging Current: Max 1.5A
• Display: 0.96 inch TFT Color
• Flow of air: Infinite rotation
• Capacity: 6ml
• Filling: Superior
• Pod Compatibility: SMOK RPM 85/100
• Coils Compatibility: SMOK RPM 2/3
► Smok RPM 85 & RPM 100 Kit; Available Colors:
• Matte Gold
• Matte Red
• Matte Gunmetal
• Matte 7-Color Plating
• Matte Blue
► Smok RPM 85 & RPM 100 Kit; First Impressions:
The RPM family has steadily expanded from the original RPM 40, then to the RPM 80, RPM 80 Pro, RPM Lite, RPM 160, RPM 2, RPM 2S, RPM 4, RPM 5, RPM 5 Pro.
Smok RPM 85 & RPM 100 Kits are two new pod kits that are similar to each other, but have a couple of differences…The main difference between RPM 85 & RPM 100 is in the type of battery. RPM 85 has an internal 3000mAh battery, while RPM 100 uses a single 18650 battery (with adapter included) or a 20700/21700 battery. For RPM 100 external 18650 /20700/21700 batteries are not included.
Both devices have a USB Type-C port that charges up to a speed of 1.5A. They make use of different power output 5-80W and 5-100W. The cartridge is filled comfortably from the top and has a maximum capacity of 6.5ml, supplied with two new RPM 3 Mesh Coils to satisfy DL vape enthusiasts . Smok was kind enough to send me 3 of the 5 colors available for RPM 85 & RPM 100. I like them all equally.
Smok RPM 85 & RPM 100 Kit , are captivating at first glance. Both Mods appear gracefully designed to be portable and durable over time and contemplate with a good degree of finishes. The edges are rounded and offer an elegant look with an ergonomic handle. In the side view there is a very valuable metal decoration in relief "RPM 85" or "RPM 100" depending on the model you have chosen. Between the metal trellises of the frame there are plastic panels which are elaborated with the IML (In Mold Labeling) Technique and depict a sober honeycomb texture. At the top is the AFC control system, it is a large and well braked rotating ring that allows you to open the two lateral ways of the air flow.
► Smok RPM 85 & RPM 100 Kit; Control panel:
On the front at the top there is a beautiful chrome and metal "SMOK" embossed writing, below it the two mods share the same screen with a color display, the 0.96" display has a nice brightness and information fonts at the base they are clearly visible.The fire key is square in shape and is concave in the center to convey a perfect tactile feeling to the fingertips.The "+ and -" adjustment keys are located at the bottom and are arranged above a rocker. Just below you will find the 5V / 1.5A USB C charging port.
► Smok RPM 85 & RPM 100 Kit; Operating guide:
The screen shows all the information useful for vaping as follows:
• Graphic level and percentage of remaining battery charge
• Lock/unlock display
• Wattage
• Volt
• Coil ohm • Last puff duration • Total number of puffs
•• To turn on/off the mod, click five consecutive Fire button
•• Click Up or Down to change the Wattage from 1 to 80W for RPM85 and from 1 to 100W for RPM 100, the increment/decrement is 1W per time.
•• To completely lock/unlock the Mod, press the fire button 3 times.
•• To lock/unlock the wattage press the up/down keys simultaneously.
•• To choose one of the five background colors, press the Up/Fire keys simultaneously, even when the screen is locked.
•• To cancel the total number of puff's press the Down/Fire keys simultaneously, to confirm select yes/no and confirm the choice with the Fire key.
► Smok RPM 85 & RPM 100 Kit; Lower base:
Both devices use a rather large base to stand upright. RPM 85 also has a rubberized profile around the base which makes it very silent when resting on the table. RPM 100, on the other hand, has a metal door controlled by a sliding-type opening key to insert the external cell.
► Smok RPM 85 & RPM 100 Kit; External battery or internal battery:
As we have seen, RPM 85 is supplied with a large non-removable 3.000mAh cell which can be recharged directly from the USB port. While with RPM 100 once the flap is opened it is possible to insert an external 18650 battery with the included adapter, or a 20700/21700 cell without the adapter.
► Smok RPM 85 & RPM 100 Kit; All In One:
Both devices use a powerful magnetic connection thanks to the two magnets on the bottom of the Pod.
► Smok RPM 85 & RPM 100 Kit; Dual Compatible Pods:
Smok RPM 85 & RPM 100 Kit share the same cartridge for RPM 3 Coils which is made of transparent PCTG with an e-liquid capacity up to 6.5ml. The full compatibility with the cartridges for RPM 2 Coils (sold separately) is interesting.
The top cap is of the sliding type with an arrow indicating the opening direction. The filling hole is large enough and is protected by a silicone membrane. The fixed-type drip-tip hinders the filling phases a little with the larger dispensers with short tips. The coils are inserted into the cartridge from the bottom and are locked in place by a red movable lever (Child Proof). Before extracting the coil to replace the coil , you must first move this lever to the side.
► Smok RPM 85 & RPM 100 Kit; Final conclusions:
The Vaping test was particularly pleasant and profitable for me, thanks to a good regulation of the airflow. The rotating wheel is large, and with the double knurled profile for an excellent grip of the fingers it is very comfortable. The infinite type rotation is precise and well braked and allows the two large opposing slots that measure 9.5x3.5mm each to be choked perfectly and without drafts.
• RPM 3 Meshed Coil from 0.15Ω Range From 40 to 80W:
This resistance already starting from 40W works very well, however switching to 50W I am fully satisfied both with AFC completely open and with AFC slightly closed to obtain hotter vapor. By increasing the power it becomes mandatory to keep the airflow wide open otherwise the heat could become excessive, so I would say that 50W (for me) is more than enough also because I like to vary the airflow and I don't want to overheat my tongue. Aroma and clouds are present in abundance, and with little condensation. The puff is not very noisy, and I have not noticed any spitting phenomena, the condensation is low and easily removed with a cloth.
• RPM 3 Meshed Coil from 0.23Ω Range From 20 to 45W:
With this resistor I obtained good performance already starting from 25W and with AFC almost all closed. Is 25W really enough to get big clouds? The answer is absolutely yes! Just open the airflow a little and the Smok coil disproves all theories that say that many watts are needed to get big clouds. An excellent resistance indeed, because it absorbs relatively little energy and will guarantee you a great autonomy before recharging. The Drip Tip of the cartridge is very wide and is of the fixed type and this is perhaps the only limitation. If with the 0.15Ω resistance the wide Drip Tip is perfect, it is not fully with this Meshed Coilfrom 0.23Ω which could achieve great performance even in RDL at low wattages. So to use this coil well even at 20W, it would have been better to be able to change the Drip Tip with a narrower one.
• Double platform of RPM3 & RPM2 coils:
If you are one of the lucky owners of a previous RPM 2 cartridge, you can enjoy getting different vape combinations, if you don't have an RPM2 cartridge you can always buy it separately together with the RPM2 coils. The new RPM 3 coils are up to par with the best competition and I think they are also quite long-lived. The cartridge holds a lot of e-liquid and apart from the non-replaceable Drip Tip (shame) it offers some interesting gimmicks like; the refill from above and the child proof system of the coil .
I really appreciate the work of Smoktech and in particular their large Mods equipped with replaceable cells, or large integrated batteries, so I really feel like complimenting Smok because they managed to present two more new "All In One" Kits with a truly excellent degree of finish, impeccable aesthetics and great ergonomics. The basic chipset manages the batteries of both Mods well, but in particular it manages the integrated cell of RPM 85 very well. The large number of Puffs I obtained with RPM85 is of considerable impact 488 Puffs!. RPM 85 full charge time is approximately 90 minutes. Differently for the external cells that can be used with RPM 100, I only use my trusty XTAR VC8 charger for recharging.
The chipset of both Mods only works in power mode, lacks TC , Smart detection and other functions. However we are talking about cheap "All In One" devices and this can be forgiven. Everything else is very positive for RPM 85 & RPM 100 Kit because they are attractive devices, easy to use, and for the demanding "cloud chasers" they provide great RDL/ DL performance .
