In the UK, vaping is more popular than smoking. Both cigarettes and vapes contain nicotine and are easily accessible, however there are several key differences between the two. Many smokers have already made the change to vaping. For those thinking about making the change, there are some common queries for choosing between the two.
Our insightful guide will help to answer any questions you may have about making the switch from smoking to vaping.
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Smoking vs Vaping: what’s the difference?
The key difference between smoking and vaping is how nicotine is delivered. Smoking burns tobacco and produces smoke which contains nicotine along with other harmful chemicals. Vapes on the other hand, heat e-liquid (which contains nicotine), creating a vapour rather than smoke.
Furthermore, there are various aspects to consider when comparing the two, such as safety, value, price and health. Understanding the key differences can help individuals make more informed choices about their health and nicotine use.
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Is Vaping safer than Smoking?
Vaping is generally considered less harmful than smoking, as it doesn’t involve combustion or tar. Therefore you won’t be breathing in the harmful toxins that smoking creates. Furthermore, researchers have extensively studied cigarettes, proving them to be linked to:
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cancer
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heart disease
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and respiratory illnesses.
While vapes do contain nicotine, they eliminate the combustion process that creates the most harmful chemicals found in cigarette smoke. The absence of combustion and tar is why many have taken up vaping as a replacement to help them quit smoking.
Is Vaping as bad for your teeth as smoking?
No, vaping is not as bad for your teeth as smoking. This is because vaping doesn’t contain tar and can exclude nicotine, two factors in tooth and gum disease. Remember, it’s not completely harmless and can cause some dental problems depending on usage.
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How many puffs of a vape equals one cigarette?
Estimates suggest that 10 to 15 puffs of a vape are the equivalent to one cigarette. That said, the number of vape puffs equal to one cigarette depends on several factors, including:
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the nicotine strength of the e-liquid - A general rule is that 1 ml of 20 mg/ml nicotine strength e-liquid is roughly equivalent to 20 cigarettes a day.
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the type of vape device
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and how deeply someone inhales.
Furthermore, it’s also important to take into account:
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the nicotine strength of your e-liquid
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your vaping habits
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your vaping device
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your puff duration and intensity
Each of these factors can influence the amount of nicotine you take in from your vape. Therefore, the amount of puffs equal to one cigarette may differ from vaper to vaper. If you’re using vaping as a tool to stop cigarette smoking, it’s best to choose a nicotine strength that matches your current smoking habits and gradually reduce it.
For more information, check out our guide on how to calculate how many puffs in e-liquid.
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Is Vaping cheaper than smoking?
Yes, for regular users vaping costs significantly less than vaping in the long run. Vaping does have an initial cost of around £10-£50 when purchasing a new refillable vape. Furthermore, there are other costs to consider, as you’ll need to purchase pods and accessories, coils, tanks and replacement glass. However, what makes vaping cheaper in the long run, is the lower cost of e-liquid.
On average, vaping costs £8.39 a week, coming to £436 a year. On the other hand, the average price of a packet of 20 cigarettes is £16.45. This adds up to £2,993 annually, if you were smoking 10 cigarettes a day. Therefore, if you made the switch from smoking to vaping, depending on your usage, you could save up to £2,557 a year.
Smoking vs Vaping: the verdict
While vaping isn't risk free, it is a less harmful and more economical alternative to smoking. Vaping eliminates many of the toxins associated with burning tobacco and is a helpful tool for those aiming to quit smoking. Although frequent vapers should remain aware that long-term health effects are still being researched.
If you’re thinking about switching from smoking to vaping, explore our range of affordable vape kits.
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