What is a 5% vape equal to in cigarettes?

A 5% nicotine vape typically contains 50 milligrams of nicotine per milliliter of e-liquid. Comparing this to traditional cigarettes is not straightforward due to differences in nicotine absorption and delivery methods, but we can make a general estimation:

1. **Nicotine Content in Cigarettes:**
- An average cigarette contains about 10-12 milligrams of nicotine, but only about 1-2 milligrams are actually absorbed by the body.

2. **Nicotine in Vaping:**
- A 5% (50 mg/mL) vape pod might contain 1 mL of e-liquid, equating to 50 milligrams of nicotine in total.

3. **Comparative Usage:**
- Vaping 1 mL of 5% nicotine e-liquid is roughly equivalent to the nicotine intake of smoking about 25-50 cigarettes, considering the higher efficiency of nicotine delivery in vaping.

4. **Puff Count:**
- The number of puffs per milliliter can vary widely, but on average, 1 mL might provide around 200-300 puffs. If we consider the nicotine absorption per puff, it could approximate smoking 1-2 packs of cigarettes.

It's important to note that individual vaping habits (like the length and intensity of puffs) and device efficiency can affect this comparison. The actual experience and nicotine intake can vary from person to person.