How much could you save?
See exactly how much you'd save each month — and each year — by switching from cigarettes to vaping. Enter how much you smoke and your expected vape costs, and we'll do the maths.
Smoking vs Vaping Cost Calculator
Current monthly smoking spend
Your vaping cost
Enter your expected e-liquid and coil costs. We'll work out how much you'd need based on your current smoking habits.
E-liquid needed / month
59 ml
Coils needed / month
3.3 coils
Based on the figures above, here's your comparison.
Monthly vaping cost
Monthly savings
Annual savings
Note: this is your ongoing monthly cost. A one-time starter kit (typically £15–30) isn't included.
Three ways to start
Pick the setup that matches how you'd like to vape.
Easiest to start
Pre-filled pods are sealed, mess-free, and the closest experience to disposables. Slot in a pod and you're vaping.
Browse prefilled pod kits or try the popular Hayati Pro Max Plus.
Best for ex-smokers
A refillable pod kit with 10ml nic salts is the cheapest long-term setup — buy the device once and refill it for pennies.
Explore vape pod kits and nic salts.
More flavour & vapour
If you want bigger clouds, longer battery life, and tank customisation, a full sub-ohm kit with shortfill e-liquid is the way to go.
Shop vape kits and shortfill e-liquids.
Frequently asked questions
How does the vape calculator work?
It compares your current smoking spend to your predicted vaping costs. It uses your cigarette consumption to estimate how much e-liquid and how many coils you'd typically go through per month if you vaped instead. Using the prices you provide, the calculator gives you a monthly and yearly cost comparison, so you can see your potential savings.
What's the average vape to cigarette ratio?
It varies depending on how strong your e-liquid is and how often you puff, but a useful rule of thumb is that 1ml of e-liquid covers roughly 5 to 10 cigarettes' worth for most vapers. The exact number depends on nicotine strength and vaping style. Our calculator uses an average figure based on real UK vaper usage to estimate your monthly e-liquid needs.
Can this calculator help me decide if vaping is cheaper than smoking?
Yes — that's exactly what it's for. By entering your cigarette usage and vaping costs, you'll get a clear picture of your total monthly and yearly spend for each. The difference between those figures is how much you'd save by switching. For many people, the savings run into thousands of pounds a year.
How accurate is this calculator?
It gives a close estimate based on UK averages. Actual usage may vary depending on your vaping style, device efficiency, and nicotine strength. You can adjust your inputs at any time to test different setups and see how your costs change. Note that the calculation only covers ongoing costs — it doesn't include the one-time cost of a starter kit, which is typically £15–30.
What should I enter for e-liquid and coil prices?
If you're new to vaping, a good starting point is £2 to £3 per 10ml for e-liquid and around £2 to £4 per coil. If you already vape, use the prices you actually pay. The calculator then works out how much you'd need based on how much you currently smoke, turning that into a real-world comparison.
What if I prefer disposable-style pod kits over refillables?
This calculator assumes you're using a refillable kit with separate e-liquid and replaceable coils — the cheapest long-term setup. If you prefer big-puff pod kits or pre-filled pod systems, your costs will be slightly different. Even so, it'll still be significantly cheaper than smoking 20-a-day.
Ready to start saving?
Browse our range of starter kits and refillable pod systems — designed to make switching from cigarettes as straightforward as possible.