A customer came back to buy the same pod for the third time in a month, convinced it was normal, when his device was clearly showing signs of wear that called for a proper replacement rather than just rebuying a consumable.
A taste that turns burnt or flat
When a pod or coil starts giving a burnt taste from the first puffs, or on the contrary a flat, dull taste, it's often a sign the coil is at the end of its life. This happens faster if the device is used at too high a power for its coil.
Leaks: a signal not to ignore
A pod that starts leaking, even slightly, around the mouthpiece or at the base usually indicates a worn seal or a badly fitted coil. Continuing to use it in that state gradually damages the whole device, not just the part concerned.
Average lifespan depending on use
A coil generally lasts one to three weeks depending on how often you use it and the power you choose, while the body of the device can last months or even years with good maintenance. Replacing just the coil when possible is still cheaper than buying a whole new device.
"I used to buy the whole device every time the taste went bad. Someone explained that only the coil needed changing – it's saved me quite a lot of money since."
If your device has tasted strange for a few days, bring it to the shop in Yverdon-les-Bains – we can quickly tell you whether it's the coil or the whole device that needs replacing.
