Vaporesso GTX Replacement Coils - Pack of 5

What the Vaporesso GTX Replacement Coils are

This pack contains 5 replacement coil heads from Vaporesso's GTX coil family, the coil platform used across a wide range of Vaporesso pod kits and pod mods built around GTX-compatible pod tanks. If your device takes a GTX coil, this is the pack you keep in a drawer so you're never caught out with a burnt-tasting hit and no fix in sight.

GTX coils use mesh coil construction rather than traditional round-wire coils. Mesh heats more evenly across a wider surface area, which generally means faster ramp-up, better flavour reproduction, and a slightly longer working life than older wire-coil designs before performance starts to fall off.

Which devices these coils fit

GTX coils are designed to slot into pod tanks and pod mods that use the GTX coil system. Vaporesso has built several device lines around this platform over the years, spanning simple pod kits through to higher-wattage pod mods. Rather than guess at an exact model list, the safest way to confirm fit is to check the coil compartment or box of your own device for "GTX" branding, or compare the physical coil shape and pin layout against the coil currently fitted. If you're unsure, it's worth checking your device's original packaging or the coil that shipped with it before ordering.

As a general rule: if your Vaporesso pod system originally came with a GTX-branded coil, this pack is a like-for-like replacement.

Coil resistance and what it means for your vape

The GTX range spans several resistances, typically running from low sub-ohm mesh coils through to higher-resistance options. As a rough guide:

• Lower resistance coils (sub-ohm) draw more power, produce warmer, denser vapour and a more direct-to-lung style hit. These suit higher-VG e-liquids and users who want bigger clouds and stronger flavour throw.
• Higher resistance coils run cooler and produce a tighter, more restricted draw closer to a mouth-to-lung style. These generally suit higher-PG liquids and nic salts, and are the better fit if you're using stronger nicotine strengths and want a gentler throat hit.

Always fit the same resistance your device and e-liquid combination was set up for, unless you're deliberately changing your vaping style. Check the printed resistance on the coil itself before fitting, since mixing up resistances on a variable wattage device can push it outside the recommended wattage range for that coil, which affects both flavour and coil lifespan.

When to replace your coil

Coils are a consumable part, not a one-off purchase. Vape juice residue, sugars in sweetened e-liquids, and general heat cycling wear the wicking material and coil wire down over time, and no coil lasts forever. Common signs it's time to swap in a fresh one from this pack include:

• A burnt or "dry hit" taste, especially at the start or end of a puff
• Flavour that's gone flat, muted, or noticeably different from when the coil was new
• Gurgling, crackling, or spitting sounds from the tank
• Reduced vapour production even at the same wattage setting
• Visible leaking around the base of the pod or tank
• A darker, sticky build-up visible through the coil's viewing holes

How long does a GTX coil actually last?

This varies a lot between users, so treat any single figure with caution. Coil life depends on how often you vape, the sweetness and VG content of your e-liquid, the wattage you're running, and how well you prime and store the device. Heavy daily use on sweeter liquids will wear a coil faster than occasional use on a cleaner liquid. Rather than watching the calendar, watch for the taste and performance signs above.

How to fit and prime a GTX coil correctly

Priming properly is the single biggest factor in avoiding a burnt first few puffs and getting the most life out of a new coil. Take your time with this step rather than rushing straight to vaping.

• Empty and disassemble the tank. Pour out any remaining e-liquid and separate the tank from the base where the coil sits.
• Remove the old coil by unscrewing or pulling it straight out, depending on your specific pod tank design.
• Fit the new coil firmly into place, making sure it's seated squarely and any seals or O-rings are sitting correctly to avoid leaks.
• Prime the coil before vaping. Drip a few drops of e-liquid directly onto the visible mesh or wicking holes on the coil, then let the assembled tank sit filled with e-liquid for 5, 10 minutes. This gives the wicking material time to fully saturate.
• Start on a lower wattage for the first few puffs, then work up to your normal setting once you're confident the coil is fully wicked.
• Take slow initial puffs rather than long hard draws, which helps the wick keep pace with the heat and avoids a scorched taste on a coil that isn't fully saturated yet.

Getting the best flavour and longest coil life

A few habits make a real difference to how long each coil in this pack lasts and how good it tastes along the way:

• Don't let your tank run dry. Vaping on an empty or near-empty tank is the fastest way to burn out a coil, often permanently.
• Match your wattage to the coil. Running a coil above its rated wattage range shortens its life and can produce a harsher, less pleasant vape.
• Give sweeter e-liquids extra care. Sweetener residue builds up on mesh and wicking material faster than on unsweetened liquids, so coils used with dessert or fruit liquids may need replacing sooner.
• Let a fresh fill soak in for a few minutes any time you top up, especially after the tank has run low, rather than vaping immediately.
• Store spares properly. Keep unused coils in their sealed packaging until needed, away from heat and direct sunlight, so the wicking material stays in good condition until you fit it.

Why keep a pack of 5 on hand

Buying coils one at a time is rarely the most convenient or cost-effective way to stay stocked. A pack of 5 means you've always got a spare ready to go the moment flavour starts to dip, rather than putting up with a burnt-tasting vape while you wait for a new order to arrive. It also means less packaging waste overall compared with repeated single-coil purchases.

FAQ

Can I use any resistance coil in my device?

Only within the wattage range your device supports for that resistance. Check the resistance printed on the coil and keep your wattage setting within the range recommended for it, whether that's marked on the coil, the box, or your device's manual.

Why does my new coil taste burnt straight away?

This almost always comes down to priming. If the coil wasn't given time to soak up e-liquid before use, or the tank was vaped on too aggressively in the first few puffs, the wick can scorch before it's saturated. Remove it, re-prime with a few drops of e-liquid, let it sit, and try again.

How do I know if it's the coil or the device that's faulty?

If a fresh coil from this pack fixes burnt taste, leaking, or weak vapour, the old coil was simply worn out, which is completely normal. If the same problem happens immediately with a brand-new coil, the issue is more likely with the device itself, the e-liquid, or how the tank has been filled.

Is this product suitable for under-18s?

No. Coils are hardware components used with nicotine-containing e-liquids and vaping devices, which are age-restricted. This product is intended for adults aged 18 and over only, in line with UK law.

Does the coil itself contain nicotine?

No. The coil is a hardware component with no nicotine or e-liquid of its own. Nicotine strength depends entirely on the e-liquid you use with it, and under UK regulations nicotine salt e-liquids are capped at 20mg/ml.