How Much Nicotine Is in a Cigarette?

A cigarette contains 10 to 14mg of nicotine. You absorb 1 to 2mg of it. That gap is why almost every vape-to-cigarette comparison you have read is wrong, and it is why a 20mg pod is not "20 times stronger" than anything.

How Many Cigarettes Are in a Vape?

A standard 2ml pod at 20mg holds about 40mg of nicotine, which is roughly a pack of 20 cigarettes. But the puff count on the box has nothing to do with it, and most comparisons online get this badly wrong.

Is Vaping Cheaper Than Smoking?

Smoking twenty a day costs around £6,000 a year. Vaping on a refillable kit costs £500 to £800, and it stays cheaper even after the vape tax lands in October 2026. Here are the actual numbers, and where they come from.

Nicotine Strength Guide for Smokers Switching to Vaping

This comprehensive guide helps UK smokers choose the right nicotine strength when switching to vaping. Based on Ecigone's experience since 2014, it matches your cigarette consumption to optimal mg/ml levels - from 3-6mg for light smokers to 18-20mg for pack-a-day habits.

Does Vaping Affect Fitness? What the Research Actually Shows

After running Ecigone for over a decade and being a gym regular since 18, I've had countless conversations about vaping and fitness. Recent Manchester Metropolitan University research shows vapers perform similarly to smokers in exercise tests - not ideal news. But here's the crucial context: it's still massively better than smoking. I tested this myself, avoiding my trusty OXVA before training sessions, and the difference was significant. If you're serious about your fitness goals whilst vaping, timing matters more than you think.

MTL vs DTL vs RDL: Vaping Styles Explained

Get clued up on the different vaping styles with this guide as I show you the differences between them to help you pick the style that’s right for you!