Smok RPM 100 Vape Kit

TL;DR: The SMOK RPM 100 Vape Kit is a 100W pod mod that runs on a single 18650 or 21700 battery, with a colour screen and RPM 3 mesh coils. It suits vapers who want sub-ohm power with the convenience of a pod. Not ideal if you want a small draw-activated starter kit. Note: the battery is sold separately.

Key Facts

• The SMOK RPM 100 fires from 5W to 100W.
• The SMOK RPM 100 takes a single 18650 or 21700 battery, not included; an 18650 adapter comes in the box.
• The kit includes RPM 3 mesh coils in 0.15 ohm and 0.23 ohm.
• The RPM 100 pod holds 2ml in the UK TPD version and fills from a top slide.
• The device has a 0.96 inch TFT colour screen and USB-C charging at 1.5A.
• The SMOK RPM 100 costs £21.99 at Vape Online Store as of July 2026.

The SMOK RPM 100 Vape Kit bridges two worlds: pod-kit convenience and mod-level power. A pod mod is a refillable pod device with a proper chipset, adjustable wattage and a screen. What makes the RPM 100 stand out is the battery bay: it takes a big 21700 cell for maximum life, or a standard 18650 with the included adapter, so you can swap a flat battery for a charged one in seconds instead of waiting on a cable. Versus the VOOPOO Drag H80S, the RPM 100 gives you 20W more headroom and the 21700 option, while the H80S counters with the larger PnP coil ecosystem.

Key Specs Customers Check

• Battery: single 18650 or 21700, sold separately. The 18650 adapter is included; the cell is not.
• Output: 5 to 100W. Plenty for warm, dense sub-ohm vapour.
• Screen: 0.96 inch TFT colour. Shows wattage, battery, resistance and puff data clearly.
• Pod: 2ml (UK TPD), top slide fill. No unscrewing; push the top cap and fill.
• Coils: RPM 3 mesh included. 0.15 ohm (40 to 80W) and 0.23 ohm for slightly tighter, cooler draws.
• Airflow: seamless adjustable ring. Move from restricted to fully open without steps.
• Charging: USB-C, 1.5A. An external charger is faster and kinder to cells.
• Extra platform: RPM 2 coils also work when fitted with the RPM 2 version pod.

Pick Your Inhale: RDL or DTL

DTL (direct-to-lung) is a fully open lung inhale for maximum vapour. RDL (restricted direct-to-lung) is the same style with the airflow tightened for a warmer, denser pull. The RPM 100 covers both, and the coil decides which you get:

• RPM 3 0.15 ohm (included): DTL at 40 to 80W. The cloud and flavour coil; run it around 60W to start.
• RPM 3 0.23 ohm (included): RDL at lower wattage. Tighter and cooler, better on battery.
• RPM 2 coils (with the RPM 2 pod, sold separately): MTL-leaning options down to a tight draw with higher-ohm variants like the 0.6 DC.

Coils and E-Liquid Pairing

The sub-ohm RPM 3 coils need thick juice: use a 70VG shortfill, because VG (vegetable glycerine) is the thick part of e-liquid that makes vapour, and thin liquid floods low-resistance coils. Browse 100ml shortfill e-liquids at 3 to 6mg. If you fit the RPM 2 pod with a 0.6 ohm coil for a tighter draw, switch to 50/50 liquid or 10ml nic salts at 10mg for a smoother, stronger hit.

Battery, Coil Life and Running Cost

A 21700 cell gives most vapers a full day at 60W; an 18650 gives an afternoon and evening. Because the battery is removable, a £6 spare cell means you never wait on a charger. The battery is not included, so add a Molicel P26A 18650 battery at £5.49 to your order. An RPM 3 coil lasts about a week of normal vaping; the SMOK RPM 3 coils 5-pack works out under £2.80 per coil, putting weekly running costs around £5 to £8 with e-liquid.

Compatibility and Refills

The kit ships with the RPM 3 fitment pod, which takes only RPM 3 coils. Fit the separate RPM 2 fitment pod and the device runs the wide SMOK RPM 2 coils range too, from 0.16 mesh up to 0.6 DC. The trap to avoid: RPM 2 coils do not fit the RPM 3 pod, so match the coil series to the pod printed on the base. Standard RPM and Nord coils do not fit either pod.

Best Colours

The RPM 100 comes in matte finishes. Matte Gunmetal is the discreet pick that hides wear and fingerprints, ideal for pocket carry at work. Matte Blue and Matte Red add colour without being loud and suit vapers who want their kit easy to spot in a bag. Matte Gold stands out most and tends to be chosen by vapers who like a distinctive piece of hardware.

How to Set Up the SMOK RPM 100

1. Open the battery door and insert a 21700, or an 18650 inside the included adapter, matching the polarity marks.
2. Check the preinstalled 0.15 ohm coil is pushed fully into the pod from underneath.
3. Slide the top cap open and fill with 70VG e-liquid.
4. Wait 10 minutes so the coil primes, meaning the cotton soaks through before first fire.
5. Press the fire button five times to switch on, start at 40W and work up to your sweet spot.

How to Make It Last Longer

• Never fire a dry pod. Refill before the liquid drops below the coil inlets.
• Stay inside the coil's wattage band. Running the 0.15 ohm past 80W burns it early.
• Check the battery wrap monthly. A torn 18650 or 21700 wrap must be replaced before use.
• Avoid chain vaping so the wick can re-saturate between puffs.
• Use 70VG liquid in these coils; thin juice causes flooding and spitting.
• Wipe the pod contacts weekly to keep firing consistent.

SMOK RPM 100 Price Comparison

As of July 2026, other UK stores list the RPM 100 at anywhere from £20 to £28. Vape Online Store sells it at £21.99, at the value end of that spread. For context inside the store, the VOOPOO Drag H80S costs the same £21.99 with 80W and the PnP ecosystem, so the RPM 100 is the pick when you want the extra power and the 21700 battery option.

What's in the Box

• 1 x SMOK RPM 100 mod
• 1 x RPM 100 pod (2ml, RPM 3 fitment)
• 1 x RPM 3 0.15 ohm mesh coil
• 1 x RPM 3 0.23 ohm mesh coil
• 1 x 18650 battery adapter
• 1 x USB-C cable and user manual
• 18650/21700 battery NOT included

SMOK RPM 100 FAQs

Does the SMOK RPM 100 come with a battery?

No. It takes a single 21700 or, using the included adapter, an 18650. Buy the cell separately or the kit will not fire.

Which coils fit the SMOK RPM 100?

RPM 3 coils in the supplied pod. Fit the separate RPM 2 pod and the full RPM 2 coil range works too. RPM 2 coils never fit the RPM 3 pod.

Is the RPM 100 DTL or MTL?

Mainly RDL and DTL with the included coils. For a tight MTL draw, use the RPM 2 pod with a 0.6 ohm coil and close the airflow.

18650 or 21700: which battery should I use?

A 21700 lasts noticeably longer and suits heavy vapers. An 18650 is cheaper and lighter. Both work; the adapter for 18650 is in the box.

How many ml does the pod hold?

The UK TPD pod holds 2ml and refills quickly through the top slide cap. A larger-capacity pod exists outside TPD markets.

What e-liquid should I use?

70VG shortfills at 3 to 6mg for the included sub-ohm coils. Switch to 50/50 or nic salts only if you move to a higher-ohm RPM 2 coil.

Why does my RPM 100 taste burnt?

Reviewers on the E-Cigarette Forum note the 0.15 ohm coil drinks juice fast. Burnt taste usually means the wattage is set past the coil's band or the pod ran low. Refill sooner, prime new coils for 10 minutes and stay within 40 to 80W.