Cost Of Vaping

The cost of vaping can vary significantly based on factors such as the type of vape device, the frequency of use, and the type of vape juice used. Here’s a breakdown of the potential costs involved:

Initial Costs

1. Starter Vape Kits/Devices

• Basic Vape Kit: £10 - £30

• Intermediate Vape Kits: £15 - £30

• Advanced Vape Mod : £30 - £60

• Bottles (30ml): £6 - £20

• Premium Brands (100ml): £10 - £20

Recurring Costs

1. E-Liquids

• Average consumption: 30ml per week

• Monthly cost: £40 - £80 (depending on brand and usage)

• Replacement coils: £5 - £15 Pack

• Replacement pods: £5 - £15 Pack

• Monthly cost: £5 - £15 (depending on usage)

• Average cost: £8 - £10 each

• Replacement frequency: every 6 months to a year

Additional Costs

1. Accessories

• Chargers: £10 - £20

• Cases and Skins: £5 - £10

• Replacement Glass: £5 - £10

Annual Cost Estimate

• Basic Pod System User

• Initial setup: £10 (device) + £6 (e-liquids)

• Monthly: £24 (e-liquids) + £10 (pods)

• Annual: £10 (coils/pods) + £24 (e-liquids) * 12 months = £408

• Intermediate Vape Pen User

• Initial setup: £20 (device) + £10 (e-liquids)

• Monthly: £40 (e-liquids) + £10 (coils)

• Annual: £10 (coils/pods) + £40 (e-liquids) * 12 months = £600

• Advanced Vape Kit User

• Initial setup: £50 (device) + £15 (e-liquids)

• Monthly: £60 (e-liquids) + £15 (coils) + £16 (battery replacement)

• Annual: £15 (coils/pods) + £50 (e-liquids) * 12 months = £780

Comparison to Smoking

For smokers, the cost can also vary but is generally higher. For example:

• Pack-a-day smoker

• Average pack cost: £16 

• Monthly: £486.66

• Annual: £5,840

Summary

While the initial cost of vaping may seem high, the ongoing expenses can be lower compared to traditional smoking, especially for heavy smokers. Advanced vape users may invest more initially, but the savings over time can be substantial, depending on individual consumption and choice of vape products. Take advantage before the vape tax increases or why not try a disposable vape before you commit to a vape pen.