The Lotus I+3 is Kaloud's upgraded heat management device — stainless steel base, 4-coal capacity, and session times that run closer to 90 minutes than 60. At Melbourne's Shisha Store we stock it for customers running longer sessions who want more than the original Lotus I+ delivers. This is the Auris Gold finish for customers pairing it with matching gold Kaloud ecosystem gear.

4-Coal Stainless Base · Auris Gold Finish · ~90 Minute Sessions

Kaloud Lotus I+3 in Auris Gold — stainless steel base HMD for extended sessions

What the I+3 adds over the original Lotus

• Stainless steel base delivers cleaner, more even heat transfer than the aluminium Lotus I+.
• 4-coal capacity with the lid on — nearly double the original I+, feeding ~90-minute sessions comfortably.
• ~190 g build is heavier than the I+ but improved heat retention makes the trade worth it.
• Adjustable AirFlow Control lid for precise temperature management through the session.
• Auris Gold finish coordinates with Kaloud's broader Ayara and ecosystem products.
• Fits most flat-lipped phunnel bowls including the Samsaris.

I+ or I+3 — the honest comparison

The Lotus I+ is lighter, cheaper, and ideal for solo hour-long sessions. The I+3 is heavier, costs more, and earns its place on longer sessions and larger bowls where the extra coal capacity matters. Neither is "better" in absolute terms — they're tuned for different use cases. Drop into Melbourne's Shisha Store and our team will lay both out so you can handle them side by side.

How to use it

• Pack your phunnel bowl with shisha to just below the spire.
• Place the Lotus I+3 directly on the bowl — no foil required.
• Load 3–4 fully lit natural coconut coals inside the stainless steel base.
• Close the lid for full heat, open vents for lighter sessions.
• Give it 7–10 minutes for the heat to stabilise before the first draw.

Care

• Cool fully before handling.
• Warm water soak with mild dish soap to loosen residue.
• Soft brush on the stainless steel base — it handles brushing better than aluminium.
• Dry thoroughly before storing.

Specifications

In the box

• 1 × Kaloud Lotus I+3 Heat Management Device (Auris Gold)

Bowl and charcoal are not included.

Common questions

Is it too heavy for smaller bowls?

~190 g is noticeable on a small phunnel — if you're running compact bowls like an Oblako Phunnel S, the lighter Lotus I+ is a better match. For medium and larger phunnels the I+3 sits fine.

Does the stainless steel base really make a difference?

It does — stainless handles repeated heat cycling better than aluminium and the heat transfer profile is more even. Most customers stepping up from the I+ notice the session stability improvement.

Is this genuine Kaloud?

Yes — all Kaloud we stock is sourced through authorised channels.

We dispatch from our Melbourne store with same-day dispatch on weekday orders placed before 2pm AEST. Free standard shipping on orders over $150 — or visit us in person at Melbourne's Shisha Store for same-day pickup.