Description
TL;DR: The SMOK Novo 4 Pod Vape Kit is a slim MTL pod kit with an 800mAh battery, adjustable airflow and, unlike earlier Novos, replaceable LP1 coils, so you swap a £2.80 coil instead of a whole pod. Great for nic salt vapers and ex-smokers. Not ideal for cloud chasers who want sub-ohm power.
Key Facts
The SMOK Novo 4 has a built-in 800mAh battery and charges by USB-C.
The SMOK Novo 4 outputs up to 25W with a fire button and wattage control.
The kit includes a 2ml pod and two LP1 0.8 ohm mesh coils.
The Novo 4 uses replaceable LP1 coils rather than sealed pods.
The device weighs 51.7g and measures 93.5 x 17.7 x 26.5mm.
The SMOK Novo 4 costs £19.99 at Vape Online Store as of August 2026.
The SMOK Novo 4 Pod Vape Kit fixes the oldest complaint about the Novo range: throwing away a whole pod every time the coil died. This one takes removable LP1 coils, so the pod stays and only the coil changes. A pod kit is a small refillable vape you fill from a bottle of e-liquid, and the Novo 4 adds things small kits rarely get: adjustable airflow, a proper fire button and wattage control. One thing to get right before you buy: this is the Novo 4, not the Novo 4 Mini. The Mini is a stripped-back draw-only version with no button and no removable coils.
Key Specs Customers Check
Battery: 800mAh built-in. A day of moderate MTL vaping; no separate battery needed.
Output: up to 25W, adjustable. Dial the warmth of your draw with the button.
Pod: 2ml (UK TPD), side fill. The coil pushes into the pod from below.
Coils: LP1 series, replaceable. Two 0.8 ohm mesh coils in the box.
Airflow: adjustable. From a tight cigarette draw to a looser pull.
Activation: fire button or draw. Use whichever suits you.
Charging: USB-C at 0.74A. Gentle, battery-friendly charging.
Weight: 51.7g. Light enough for a shirt pocket.
Pick Your Inhale: MTL by design
MTL (mouth-to-lung) is a tight, cigarette-like draw, and the Novo 4 is built for it. The coil fine-tunes the feel:
LP1 0.8 ohm mesh (included): balanced MTL around 12W. Smooth flavour, the everyday choice for nic salts.
LP1 0.8 ohm DC MTL (sold separately): warmer, tighter draw at 12 to 25W. DC means dual coil, which gives a firmer throat hit.
LP1 1.2 ohm options (sold separately): the tightest, coolest draw and the best battery life, closest to a cigarette.
Coils and E-Liquid Pairing
High-resistance MTL coils want thin juice. Use 50/50 e-liquid or nic salts; nic salts deliver nicotine smoothly at higher strengths, which is why they suit ex-smokers and anyone replacing disposables. A 20mg salt in the 0.8 ohm coil closely matches a disposable’s hit, while lighter vapers can run 10mg. Browse 10ml nic salts for flavours. Avoid 70VG shortfills; they are too thick for LP1 coils and cause dry hits.
Battery, Coil Life and Running Cost
The 800mAh cell gives most MTL vapers a full day, helped by the efficient 12W coil. An LP1 coil lasts one to two weeks, and this is where the Novo 4 beats sealed-pod kits on cost: a 5-pack of SMOK LP1 replacement coils works out around £2.80 per coil, so with a couple of 10ml bottles your weekly cost sits near £5. Ecigclick’s reviewers called the Novo 4 basic but praised exactly this: it does the simple things well and cheaply.
Compatibility and Refills
The Novo 4 pod takes the full LP1 coil range: 0.8 ohm mesh, 0.8 ohm DC MTL, 0.9 ohm mesh, 1.2 ohm mesh and 1.2 ohm DC MTL. The traps to avoid: LP2 coils and older Novo 2/2X pods are different systems and do not fit, and the Novo 4 Mini uses its own fixed pods, so Mini pods and Novo 4 pods are not interchangeable. Check the packet says LP1 before buying spares.
Best Colours
The Novo 4 comes in armour and cobra-patterned finishes. Black Armor is the discreet pick for pocket and work carry, and Silver Carbon suits vapers who want a clean, technical look. White Armor stands out without being loud, while the Blue Grey Cobra and the brighter patterned finishes appeal to vapers who like their kit to look distinctive.
How to Set Up the SMOK Novo 4
Pull the pod off and push an LP1 coil firmly into the pod from underneath.
Open the side-fill plug and fill with 50/50 or nic salt e-liquid.
Wait 10 minutes. This primes the coil, meaning the cotton soaks fully so the first puff is not dry and burnt.
Click the pod in and press the fire button five times to switch on.
Start at 12W, then adjust the wattage and airflow until the draw feels right.
How to Make It Last Longer
Never fire a dry pod. Refill before the liquid drops below the coil inlets.
Stay at or below 12W on the mesh coil. Higher wattage burns MTL coils fast.
Use 50/50 or nic salt liquid only. Thick shortfills clog LP1 coils.
Leave a few seconds between puffs so the wick re-saturates.
Change the coil at the first burnt note; running it longer taints the pod.
Top up the battery through the day rather than draining it flat.
SMOK Novo 4 Price Comparison
As of August 2026, UK stores generally list the Novo 4 between £17 and £25. Vape Online Store sells it at £19.99 with free e-liquid included, near the bottom of that range. Inside the store, the Novo 4 Mini costs £13.99 but locks you into fixed pods with no button or airflow control, so the standard Novo 4 is worth the extra for anyone who wants cheaper long-term running via replaceable coils.
What’s in the Box
1 x Novo 4 device (800mAh)
1 x Novo 4 pod (2ml)
2 x LP1 meshed 0.8 ohm coils
1 x USB-C cable and user manual
SMOK Novo 4 FAQs
Which coils fit the SMOK Novo 4?
The LP1 range: 0.8 ohm mesh, 0.8 ohm DC MTL, 0.9 ohm mesh, 1.2 ohm mesh and 1.2 ohm DC MTL. LP2 coils and older Novo pod-style refills do not fit.
What is the difference between the Novo 4 and Novo 4 Mini?
The Novo 4 has a fire button, wattage control, adjustable airflow and replaceable LP1 coils. The Mini is draw-only with fixed pods and a slightly bigger 900mAh battery. Their pods are not interchangeable.
Is the Novo 4 good for quitting smoking?
Yes. Its tight MTL draw with a 20mg nic salt closely mimics a cigarette, and the simple button-or-draw operation keeps the learning curve short.
What e-liquid should I use in the Novo 4?
50/50 e-liquid or nic salts at 10 to 20mg. Avoid thick 70VG shortfills, which cause dry hits in LP1 coils.
How long do LP1 coils last?
One to two weeks for most vapers. A burnt or dull taste means it is time to push in a new coil.
Why does my Novo 4 gurgle or spit?
A question that appears on vaping forums for most MTL kits. It usually means flooding: leave a few seconds between puffs, keep the wattage at 12W or above, and flick the device downward over a tissue to clear excess liquid.
Can I vape while charging?
The Novo 4 supports pass-through vaping over USB-C, though letting it charge uninterrupted is kinder to the battery.
