We have the finest selection of vaping alternatives in the form of nicotine pouches. The potential health risks of using vapes as a form of nicotine consumption are well documented. Nicotine pouches have been available in the UK market for many years. The rise of these products has seen unprecedented demand, and Snusboys remains at the forefront of supply. If you are looking for a viable substitute for vaping then you have come to the right place.
Reasons to Choose Vaping Alternatives
There has been a significant amount of press regarding vaping and the potential health risks. As such, much of the UK has decided to look for vaping substitutes to consume nicotine. In the United States, heart.org has stated in research that over 3500 teens begin vaping daily. The unprecedented levels of vapers have been widely regarded as hitting epidemic levels. A new condition known as EVALI (E-cigarette or vaping, product use associated lung injury) has been the root cause of at least 68 deaths. The accessibility of vaping products on the UK market has been a cause for concern. New legislation is expected in 2025 that will ban disposable vapes. In preparation for the ban, much of the vaping market has already been in contact with Snusboys questioning nicotine pouches as an alternative product.
Nicotine Pouches: The Best Vaping Alternatives
Nicotine pouches are small, discreet pouches that slip under the gum. They are often called snus, the tobacco version that shot to notoriety during the 2010s. Snus is illegal to sell in the UK and most of the EU. The colloquial term in the UK describes the nicotine pouch version, which is entirely legal and compliant with current regulations. At Snusboys, we have been supplying these pouches for many years and have seen a consistent rise in sales due to health fears surrounding vaping. Much of our customer base has been developed through conversations around the dangers of vaping.
Nicotine pouches contain water, flavouring, and nicotine. There are different strength levels available to satisfy the demands of current vapers. One of the critical differentiators between nicotine pouches and vaping is the ability to use nicotine without negatively affecting the lungs.
Why Choose Nicotine Pouches as a Vaping Substitute
The complications with lung-related diseases continue to be a debate in Western markets. Given the historical data, various bodies have substantiated research with more validity. Many years ago, the theories on the potential adverse effects of vaping were seen by many as hypothetical. These theories have become more worrying as people have developed lung complications and even death.
Nicotine pouches and snus have been widely available, somewhat of a parallel market for those in the know. Now, even significant supermarkets are beginning to stock some brands of nicotine pouches. Nicotine pouches offer a viable alternative to vaping by not eliminating the need for combustible units. The ability to use nicotine without intake into the lungs is one of the main reasons for vapers choosing nicotine pouches.
Vaping managed to convert many smokers to using disposable vapes or coil vapes daily. One of the core reasons for the success was the myriad of flavour profiles available. Nicotine pouches offer a perfect crossover to vapers by catering to the ever-growing list of flavours.
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Vaping Substitutes with Strength
Choosing the right strength level of nicotine pouches to quit vapes is essential. For those who use vapes frequently, some supermarket brands may be too weak to satisfy their nicotine cravings. Brands like Pablo and Cuba Black pack a serious punch. Pablo comes in a variety of flavours with a slow-to-action nicotine dispersion. The pouches are smooth and discreet in a slim-line profile.
Conversely, Cuba is among the best brands for strong vape level users. The superior pouch composition initiates a hard hit almost immediately and disperses nicotine throughout the load phase. Cuba is a viable choice for those looking for a vape substitute that hits hard and is comparable to the harder-hitting units.
Myriad of Flavours Similar to Vaping
The success of quitting vaping using alternative products hinges on experiencing similar flavours. A report by ASH states that over three million people have quit smoking using a vape over five years. The similarities between vaping and smoking are physically congruent in the motion of hand-to-mouth. The flavour combinations do have a relation to traditional tobacco, but very few brands have managed to replicate it accurately. As such, vaping has taken on an identity of its own. One is the excitement of flavour mixes that cannot be replicated in traditional cigarettes.
Nicotine pouches take flavour infusions to a new level with rich flavours and extreme accuracy. Mint and fruit flavours are typically the most purchased among the vaping community, especially among first-time users. Menthol nicotine pouches tend to be one of the most ordered among those quitting traditional smoking. The best vaping alternative for most vapers is to use fruit-flavoured nicotine pouches.
Choosing the right Pouches Instead of Vaping
A simple search online could lead you down the rabbit hole of looking for suitable vaping alternatives. At Snusboys, we have answered questions from hundreds of people who have enquired about the viability of nicotine pouches as an alternative. During that time, we have also encountered questions about patches, chewing gum, and various other forms of nicotine intake. The difficulty in choosing suitable nicotine pouches rests on the current vaping products the customer uses, as the strengths and flavours vary by person.
Elf Bar Alternatives
We know that Elf Bar is one of the most popular disposable vapes in the UK. We have spoken to many of our customers that have successfully transitioned from Elf Bar to nicotine pouches. We researched our customer database to determine our retention rate after three orders by cross-referencing the initial enquiry to repeat orders. Our customer service team helped our customers choose a viable alternative to Elf Bar through our WhatsApp channel.
We found that 70% of our customers were repeat ordering after using Elf Bar with CUBA Ninja 30mg. The Cuba brand is renowned in the UK market for offering life-like flavours with exceptional strength accuracy, and the 30mg complements the 20mg Elf Bar to a tee. The retention speaks for itself, with nearly two-thirds of the customers reordering the Ninja line after seeking to use nicotine pouches instead.
Conversely, the Elf Bar 10mg of CUBA White Line is slightly lighter and has a 60% repeat order rate. The White Line is a flagship product in the CUBA lineup and performs exceptionally well in most online stores and retail. Due to the softer nicotine levels at 16mg, it is smoother and hits less sharply.
Lost Mary Alternatives
Many of our vaping customers have come from the Lost Mary brand. Our customer service team has analysed over 500 enquiries that have amassed a 50% reorder rate on Killa snus. Although Killa is only a shade under 13mg of nicotine (against the 20mg of Lost Mary), the exclusive flavours and sharp nicotine hit appeal to the Lost Mary customer base. We have a vast selection of Killa available at Snusboys. After nearly a decade in the UK market, Killa continues to sell like wildfire. The NGP Empire creators have amplified the UK noise on nicotine pouches. With CUBA close behind as one of the best vaping substitutes, nicotine pouches are becoming the new vapes.
