Ploom AURA vs Ploom X Advanced is a comparison of heating modes, charging requirements and hardware compatibility. The changes are substantial, but several features often associated with AURA were already present on X Advanced.
This guide compares Japanese-market specifications and support documentation. It is a document-based comparison, not a hands-on performance test. Mode names, accessories and app support can differ in other countries.
Quick answer
What changes from Ploom X Advanced to AURA?
AURA has four heating modes and a narrower, taller body. Japanese X Advanced support lists two heating profiles, and both models have Auto-Start and Bluetooth. Their approved Japanese Ploom stick families overlap. Body-fitted accessories do not transfer, but certain charging accessories do.
- Reference market
- Japan
- AURA modes
- Four profiles
- X Advanced modes
- Two profiles
In this guide
Ploom AURA vs Ploom X Advanced at a glance
The figures below are manufacturer estimates for Japan. Battery age, temperature and operating conditions affect actual results.
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| Feature | Ploom AURA | Ploom X Advanced |
|---|---|---|
| Heating technology | SMART HEATFLOW | POWER HEATFLOW |
| Selectable profiles | Standard, Strong, Long, Eco | Default and Balanced |
| Session duration | Approximately 3, 5 or 6 minutes | Approximately 5 minutes in either profile |
| Preheating | Approximately 25 seconds; 30 in Strong | Approximately 25 seconds |
| Empty-to-full charge | Approximately 180 minutes | Approximately 110 minutes |
| Sticks per full charge | Approximately 19–27; 20 in Standard | Approximately 23 |
| Automatic start | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth functions | Yes; includes Heat Select | Yes; includes profile selection |
| Japanese Ploom stick families | EVO, MEVIUS and CAMEL | EVO, MEVIUS and CAMEL |
| Body-fitted accessories | AURA-specific | X Advanced-specific |
Heating and timing: [1] [2] [3] [4] [10] [11] [12]. Battery figures: [5] [6] [7] [8]. Compatibility and connectivity are documented in the sections below.
Heating modes: four versus two in Japan
JT identifies the Japanese X Advanced heating system as POWER HEATFLOW and AURA’s as SMART HEATFLOW. Those are product specifications; they do not establish an independently measured difference in flavor, emissions or health risk. [2] [1]
AURA changes session length as well as the heating profile
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| Mode | Preheat | Session | Estimated sticks per full charge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (default) | 25 seconds | 5 minutes | 20 |
| Strong | 30 seconds | 3 minutes | 25 |
| Long | 25 seconds | 6 minutes | 19 |
| Eco | 25 seconds | 3 minutes | 27 |
All numbers are approximate. Mode specifications: [5] [10].
X Advanced is not limited to one profile
Current Japanese support documents Default and Balanced modes. Default is the original setting; Balanced changes the heating profile. Switching requires a compatible smartphone connection and JT ID. [3]
Unlike AURA’s modes, these two X Advanced profiles do not change the published session duration, charging time, stick count or maximum heating temperature. Both retain an approximately five-minute session. [4] [12]
The table uses Japanese names. A name such as “Balanced” on a different device or in another market is not enough to establish an identical heating program.
Charging: why 90 and 110 minutes both appear for X Advanced
The 90-minute X Advanced figure is the charging time for approximately 20 sticks. It is explicitly labeled that way in the English user guide. Current Japanese support gives approximately 110 minutes for a full charge and approximately 23 sticks from that charge. [9] [7] [8]
AURA’s corresponding empty-to-full figure is approximately 180 minutes with the specified adapter. Its session count depends on the selected mode. [6]
Compare 180 minutes with 110 minutes when discussing a full charge. Use the 90-minute figure only with its 20-stick qualification. Mixing those endpoints exaggerates the difference.
Likewise, “up to 27 sticks” describes AURA in its three-minute Eco mode. It is not evidence that AURA delivers more five-minute sessions: its Standard estimate is 20, while X Advanced’s full-charge estimate is 23. These are published estimates, not a controlled battery test between the two devices. [5] [8]
AURA is narrower and taller, but not smaller in every dimension
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| Model | Dimensions |
|---|---|
| Ploom AURA | 24.2 × 109.4 × 29.2 mm |
| Ploom X Advanced | 43.5 × 88.5 × 24.0 mm |
AURA changes the broad X Advanced outline to a vertical form. The listed dimensions show a narrower body, additional height and greater depth. Calling it thinner in every direction would be inaccurate.
Dimensions also explain why fitted panels and covers must be treated separately from stick compatibility.
Do AURA and X Advanced use the same sticks?
In Japan, both official support pages name EVO, MEVIUS and CAMEL tobacco sticks made for Ploom. EVO compatibility is therefore not exclusive to AURA. [13] [14]
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| Stick family | AURA | X Advanced | Boundary |
|---|---|---|---|
| EVO for Ploom | Supported | Supported | Japanese Ploom range |
| MEVIUS for Ploom | Supported | Supported | Ploom sticks, not ordinary cigarettes |
| CAMEL for Ploom | Supported | Supported | Ploom sticks, not ordinary cigarettes |
| Other manufacturers’ sticks | Not approved | Not approved | Do not infer compatibility from physical fit |
This is a regional compatibility list. It does not establish support for every product sold under the same brand elsewhere, or for older Ploom capsule systems. A shared brand name is less specific than the device family printed on the pack.
The Ploom sticks FAQ separates the regional ranges. For other device platforms, see the heated tobacco stick compatibility guide.
Which X Advanced accessories work with AURA?
The Japanese answer has specific exceptions. Ploom lists the following charging accessories as compatible with AURA; other accessories such as fitted front panels are excluded because the shapes differ. [15]
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| Accessory | Works with AURA? | Exact limitation |
|---|---|---|
| X Advanced front panel and fitted body accessories | No | Different body shape |
| Ploom USB-C AC adapter | Yes | Specified model WA-UN-06A |
| Ploom USB-C to USB-C cable supplied with X Advanced | Yes | Officially listed charging cable |
| Second-generation Ploom X docking station | Yes | Specified model PX1.5CD-Black |
| Other docks, cables or adapters | Not established by this list | Check the exact model and local documentation |
The standard Japanese AURA kit contains a USB-C cable but no AC adapter. Ploom separately confirms support for the dedicated X Advanced adapter and cable. Kit contents can differ for reused devices or regional bundles. [16]
“All old accessories work” and “no old accessories work” are both too broad. The useful distinction is between fitted body parts and specifically approved charging equipment.
Auto-Start and Bluetooth are shared features
JT’s 2023 X Advanced announcement already described automatic heating after stick insertion. Its Japanese support also documents manual start. AURA retains automatic heating, so Auto-Start alone does not distinguish the two generations. [2] [11] [1]
X Advanced connected functions
Japan’s support lists mode changes, device-location functions, Auto-Start control, device lock and battery status. Bluetooth was not introduced with AURA. [18]
AURA connected functions
AURA adds its four-mode controls within a connected feature set that includes device radar, lock, battery and device status, plus firmware updates when released. [17]
For Japanese AURA support, Android uses My Ploom, while iOS uses Connect Browser. Do not assume an imported device follows the app instructions or account requirements of another market. [19]
General AURA operation and troubleshooting remain in our Ploom AURA FAQ.
Neither model is maintenance-free
Ploom Japan advises cleaning both devices about once a month, or sooner if stick insertion becomes tight. AURA’s guidance also covers a dirty slide-cover surface. X Advanced’s instructions explicitly retain regular cleaning even with CleanSeal sticks. [20] [21]
Both procedures require the device to cool and the front panel to be removed during cleaning to prevent unintended automatic heating. Their detailed cleaning and drying steps are model-specific; follow the relevant manufacturer instructions linked below rather than applying one model’s procedure to the other.
Official AURA cleaning instructions · Official X Advanced cleaning instructions
NARNAY assessment
Final verdict: more mode flexibility, with charging and accessory tradeoffs
AURA’s clearest technical changes are its four modes, variable session durations and different body design. X Advanced already provides automatic start, Bluetooth and two Japanese heating profiles.
What changes materially
AURA spans three-, five- and six-minute sessions. Its body dimensions and fitted accessories also change.
What the specifications do not show
AURA is not uniformly ahead on charging or battery figures. Full charging takes longer, and its maximum session count depends on Eco mode.
The Japanese stick families overlap, while accessory compatibility depends on the exact part. That makes this a redesign with specific tradeoffs, rather than evidence that every function has improved.
Frequently asked questions
Does Ploom X Advanced have different heating modes?
Does Ploom AURA charge faster than X Advanced?
Can EVO sticks be used in Ploom X Advanced?
Will an X Advanced front panel fit AURA?
No. The bodies have different shapes. The Japanese compatibility exceptions cover specified charging equipment, including the WA-UN-06A adapter and PX1.5CD-Black second-generation dock, not the front panel. [15]
Is Auto-Start new on Ploom AURA?
Does AURA always provide 27 sessions per charge?
No. Approximately 27 is the Eco-mode estimate. Standard, Strong and Long have different session durations and battery estimates. It is not a guarantee for every setting or battery condition. [5]
Sources and updates
Reference market: Japan. Manufacturer documentation checked on . Current support pages are used for modes and full-charge figures; older launch documents are identified separately.
- JT: Ploom AURA specifications and Japan launch. SMART HEATFLOW, dimensions, automatic heating and published mode specifications.
- JT: Ploom X Advanced Japan launch (2023, PDF). POWER HEATFLOW and the original Auto-Start specification.
- Ploom Japan: X Advanced Default and Balanced modes. Two selectable profiles, smartphone pairing and JT ID requirement.
- Ploom Japan: what changes between X Advanced modes. No change to charging time, stick count, session duration or maximum temperature.
- Ploom Japan: AURA Heat Select modes. Four modes, session lengths and estimated sticks per full charge.
- Ploom Japan: AURA full charging time. Approximately 180 minutes with the specified adapter.
- Ploom Japan: X Advanced full charging time. Approximately 110 minutes from empty to full.
- Ploom Japan: X Advanced sticks per full charge. Approximately 23 sticks after approximately 110 minutes.
- Ploom X Advanced English user guide (PDF). Page 13: dimensions and the separate 90-minute / 20-stick charging figure.
- Ploom Japan: AURA preheating time. Approximately 25 seconds, or 30 seconds in Strong mode.
- Ploom Japan: X Advanced preheating time. Approximately 25 seconds; automatic and manual start.
- Ploom Japan: X Advanced session duration. Approximately five minutes without a fixed puff-count limit.
- Ploom Japan: sticks supported by AURA. Japanese EVO, MEVIUS and CAMEL sticks made for Ploom.
- Ploom Japan: sticks supported by X Advanced. The same three Ploom stick families in Japan.
- Ploom Japan: X Advanced accessories usable with AURA. Specific adapter, cable and second-generation dock exceptions; panels do not transfer.
- Ploom Japan: AURA charging accessories and kit contents. USB-C cable included in the standard kit; AC adapter excluded; compatible X Advanced charging equipment.
- Ploom Japan: AURA Bluetooth functions. Modes, radar, device lock, battery status and firmware updates when released.
- Ploom Japan: X Advanced Bluetooth functions. Mode selection, locating the device, Auto-Start control, lock and battery status.
- Ploom Japan: AURA apps for Android and iOS. My Ploom on Android and Connect Browser on iOS.
- Ploom Japan: AURA cleaning guidance. Monthly or condition-based cleaning and model-specific handling.
- Ploom Japan: X Advanced cleaning guidance. Regular cleaning remains necessary with CleanSeal sticks.
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