Vapor vs Smoking: Why is Vapor more economical?

For many smokers, the cost of tobacco can be a significant financial burden. But turning to vapor may be a cheaper option in the long run. ¿ Why? We explain it here.
1. Reduce equipment costs:
The initial cost of e-cigarette devices is higher compared to traditional cigarettes. However, this one-time expense can be compensated for over time because the electronic carburetor is reusable and only requires the purchase of steam liquid and occasionally spare parts as resistors. In contrast, smokers have to buy cigarettes on a regular basis, which results in consistent and substantial expenditures over time.
2. Reduce nicotine use:
E-cigarettes allow users to control the amount of nicotine they consume by choosing the appropriate concentration in the e-cigarette liquid. Some studies have shown that e-cigarette smokers tend to consume less nicotine than traditional smokers, which may lead to lower nicotine consumption in the long run.
3. Lower cost per use:
The cost per use of e-cigarettes tends to be much lower than that of traditional cigarettes. While the initial price of an electronic carburetor may be higher, long-term operating costs are much lower, making the carburetor a more economical option.
4. Long-term health benefits:
In addition to being cheaper, e-cigarettes offer potential long-term health benefits. By preventing tobacco burning, e-cigarettes greatly reduce people's exposure to toxins and carcinogens in tobacco smoke, which could lead to further savings in health care costs related to tobacco-caused diseases.
References:
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Hartmann-Boyce, J., McRobbie, H., Bullen, C., Begh, R., Stead, L.F., & Hajek, P.(2016). Quit smoking with e-cigarettes. Cochrane Systematic Review Database, 9(9), CD010216.
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Polosa, R., Rodu, B., Caponnetto, P., Maglia, M., & Raciti, C.(2013). Harm reduction from e-cigarettes: the case of e-cigarettes. Journal of Harm Reduction, 10(1), 19.
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Goniewicz, M. L., Knysak, J., Gawron, M., Kosmider, L., Sobczak, A., Kurek, J.,... Benowitz, N.(2014). Selected levels of carcinogens and toxins in e-cigarette vapor. Tobacco Control, 23(2), 133-139.
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In short, vaping is more economical than smoking in the long run because of the lower cost of the vaping device, reduced nicotine use, lower cost per use, and potential long-term health benefits. By switching to e-cigarettes, smokers can not only save money, but also improve their health and quality of life.