Building an IQOS Starter Kit: One Device, One Carton, Nothing Else
A starter kit sounds like it should involve a list of accessories. With the ILUMA i ONE it doesn't. You need the device and you need TEREA sticks. That's the whole kit. The only real thinking is which finish to choose and which blend to put in your first carton, and the second of those matters more than the first.
On iqoser.in you can put both together with the "Start with a set" option, which pairs a device in your chosen finish with a carton. You can also buy the device and the sticks separately; the choices below apply either way.
Decision 1: the finish
Every finish is the same device inside: same SMARTCORE induction heating, same four-light status bar, same battery of about 20 sessions per charge. Only the colour changes.
| Finish | Price |
|---|---|
| Breeze Blue | ₹4,990 |
| Leaf Green | ₹4,990 |
| Digital Violet | ₹4,990 |
| Midnight Black | ₹4,990 |
| Electric Purple | ₹5,290 |
If you can't decide, Midnight Black is the most understated and Electric Purple the most noticeable. Our ILUMA i ONE colours guide compares all five properly.
Decision 2: the blend for your carton
This is where starter sets go right or wrong. A carton is 200 sticks of one blend, so it should be a blend you're confident you'll enjoy. Start from what you like now.
| If you currently prefer | A sensible first carton | What to try later |
|---|---|---|
| Plain tobacco, nothing unusual | Amber | Bronze if it feels mild, Silver if it feels heavy |
| A full, rich tobacco taste | Amber, or Bronze if you're sure | Bronze |
| A lighter taste | Amber | Silver |
| Menthol | Turquoise | Purple Wave |
| Menthol with something extra | Turquoise | Purple Wave or Sun Pearl |
| A flavour burst you control | A pack of Sun Pearl or Oasis Pearl first | A carton once you've chosen |
Amber and Turquoise are on that list a lot for a reason. They are the most straightforward blends in their families: Amber is the balanced roasted tobacco, and Turquoise is cool menthol over toasted tobacco. They're the lowest-risk choice for 200 sticks you haven't tasted yet. Our TEREA guide for Ahmedabad goes into first-pack choices in more depth.
Not sure? Hedge
If you genuinely can't choose, there is a sensible middle path: take the carton in Amber or Turquoise, and add one or two single packs of other blends. After a week you'll know whether your second carton should be the same.
What else you need
Almost nothing:
- A USB-C cable and a reputable adapter for charging. The device charges over USB-C in about 90 minutes, so a phone charger you already own will usually do. Check what is included in the box.
- A pocket or bag with no keys or coins in it. That is genuinely it for accessories.
What you don't need
- A cleaning kit. The ILUMA i ONE has no heating blade. The heating element is sealed inside each TEREA stick, so there is no residue and no cleaning routine.
- A separate holder or charger case. It's one piece.
- HEETS. They don't work in ILUMA devices, so don't add old sticks to your kit.
- A lighter or ashtray. There's no flame and no ash.
Your first day with the kit
Charge the device fully first. Then hold the button for 4 seconds, slide the cap toward the light end, insert a TEREA stick until the line on the filter meets the top, and wait about 20 seconds for the second vibration and four steady lights. Our step-by-step guide to using the ILUMA i ONE covers everything else.
Before you order
The ILUMA i ONE is for adults 18 and over who already smoke or use nicotine. TEREA sticks contain nicotine, which is addictive, and heated tobacco is not risk-free. If you are thinking about stopping instead, quitting completely is the better choice for your health.
When you're ready, pick a finish on the ILUMA i ONE page and browse blends in the TEREA collection. Order on iqoser.in; checkout shows the delivery options for your pincode.
Questions
What comes in an IQOS starter set on iqoser?
The "Start with a set" option pairs an ILUMA i ONE in your chosen finish with a carton of TEREA. Check the product page for the current contents and price.
Which TEREA blend should I choose for my first carton?
Amber if you prefer plain tobacco, Turquoise if you prefer menthol. Add single packs of other blends if you want to explore.
Do I need to buy a cleaning kit for the ILUMA i ONE?
No. There's no blade and no residue, so there is no cleaning routine.
Do I need a special charger?
No special charger is needed. It charges over USB-C; use a reputable adapter.
