How Many Packs of Cigarettes Are in a Vape?

“How many packs of cigarettes are in a vape?” sounds like a simple question, but the answer depends on what you mean by “equal to.” Are you comparing the number of puffs? The total nicotine content in the liquid? Or how long the device lasts in daily use? Let’s break it down so you can translate a vape into a realistic number of cigarette packs based on puffs, nicotine strength, and usage habits.

Three common ways to compare cigarettes and vapes

People usually compare cigarettes and vapes in one of three ways. Puff count measures how many draws you get from a device compared to how many you take from a pack of cigarettes. Nicotine total measures the amount of nicotine in the e-liquid versus what a smoker typically absorbs from cigarettes. Usage time looks at how long a disposable or cartridge lasts for light, moderate, or heavy users. None of these methods are perfect, but together they give a realistic picture.

Puff count: how many puffs are in a pack?

A standard pack contains 20 cigarettes. Most smokers take around 10–15 puffs per cigarette, which means one pack is roughly 200–300 puffs. If you take a disposable vape like the Ezee Go, which offers up to 400 puffs, you’re looking at about one and a half to two packs in terms of puffs. This will vary depending on how long each puff is and your overall vaping style, but it’s a simple rule of thumb most people can understand.

Why puff comparisons are never exact

Not all puffs are the same. A deep, long draw delivers more vapor than a short, gentle puff. Mouth-to-lung inhales feel more like smoking a cigarette and use less liquid per puff than direct-to-lung draws on a powerful device. Temperature, coil resistance, airflow, and even the time you wait between puffs affect how much liquid is vaporized each time. That’s why two people can “finish” the same 400-puff device at very different speeds.

Nicotine comparison: how much nicotine is in a vape?

In the EU and UK, the maximum nicotine strength for e-liquid is 20 mg/ml. If a disposable vape contains 2 ml at 20 mg/ml, that’s a total of 40 mg of nicotine in the liquid. A smoker typically absorbs about 1–2 mg of nicotine per cigarette, or around 20–40 mg for a whole pack, though this varies by smoking style. It’s important to note that you don’t absorb all the nicotine in the vape liquid — some is lost in the vapor and exhalation. Still, a 2 ml disposable like the Ezee Go in 20 mg/ml strength can be quite comparable to a full pack of cigarettes in terms of nicotine potential.

How usage habits affect the comparison

How many “packs” a vape equals also depends heavily on your habits. Light users who take a few puffs at a time may find a 400-puff Ezee Go lasts several days, while heavy users who vape frequently could go through one in a day. Just like with smoking, your consumption is personal, and the same device can last very different lengths of time for different people.

Why this comparison matters for switching smokers

For many smokers thinking about switching, understanding the pack-to-vape comparison helps manage expectations. If you know a device will last as long as your usual daily smoking habit, you can plan purchases accordingly and avoid running out. It also helps you choose the right nicotine strength — for example, if you smoke a pack a day, starting with a higher nicotine option like 20 mg/ml in the Ezee Go may give you a smoother transition without intense cravings.

Choosing the right Ezee-E product for your needs

If you want a device that feels like smoking a cigarette, the Ezee Go is designed to replicate the look, feel, and throat hit of traditional smoking, available in both tobacco and menthol flavors. For an even more cost-effective and eco-friendly option, Ezee’s rechargeable vapes use the same realistic design but with refillable cartridges, giving you a longer-lasting solution without sacrificing the authentic experience. Both are perfect for smokers looking for a simple, no-maintenance switch.