Comparative ranking of popular e-cigarette cosmetics!

E-cigarettes will become even more popular in the future with repeated price increases for cigarettes, and various types of e-cigarettes are currently available from various companies.

But honestly, I don't know which one to buy....

We have therefore narrowed down our focus to e-cigarettes that we particularly recommend from among the many e-cigarettes available and ranked them based on a comparison of their cost performance.

Here you will find economical and popular electronic cigarettes.

Please see the above for a detailed explanation of the above.

Electronic Cigarette Cosmetic Ranking Summary

In this article, we will start by asking what the difference is between e-cigarettes and heated cigarettes? We will start by discussing the advantages of e-cigarettes and the cost performance of each major product.

Please refer to this page not only for those who are starting e-cigarettes, but also for those who are using heated cigarettes.

Difference between e-cigarettes and heated cigarettes

What's the difference between e-cigarettes and heated cigarettes? I'm sure many of you are wondering.

For those who are not familiar with the term, these areas are often confused and referred to collectively as "electronic cigarettes," but in reality they are completely different things.

Incidentally, "Icos," which are called e-cigarettes by those who are not familiar with them, are not electronic cigarettes because they are classified as heated cigarettes.

Let's start with the differences between e-cigarettes and heated cigarettes.

Electronic cigarettes are not "tobacco products."

The greatest feature of e-cigarettes is that they are not tobacco products, even though the category name includes the word tobacco.

The liquid used is called "liquid," which is vaporized by heating it with the power of electricity to enjoy its flavor and taste.

The ingredients of this liquid are glycerin and propylene glycol, which are used in many everyday items, and no tobacco leaves are used, which means no nicotine or tar is produced.

Since no tobacco leaves are used, they are not classified as tobacco products under the Tobacco Business Act. They are called e-cigarettes because the vapor exhaled from the mouth looks like tobacco smoke, i.e., like a cigarette.

Noted overseas as an alternative to cigarettes

In Japan, the law prohibits the sale of nicotine-containing liquids, so e-cigarettes = nicotine-free, but overseas, nicotine-containing liquids are more common.

This is because e-cigarettes are by far less harmful than paper cigarettes, which is why they are used as an alternative to paper cigarettes.

Not all countries...but some, like the United Kingdom, are encouraging the transition from paper cigarettes to e-cigarettes as part of "tobacco harm reduction.

When purchasing liquid from overseas retailers, it is a good idea to also check for nicotine.
*If you are a private importer, you can also purchase nicotine-containing liquids.

Heated tobacco

Heated cigarettes, like e-cigarettes, are heated by "electric power" but are classified as tobacco products under the Tobacco Business Act because what is heated is "tobacco leaves (processed)".

The difference from e-cigarettes is that nicotine is produced by heating tobacco leaves, and the original taste and aroma of tobacco can be enjoyed just like a paper cigarette.

With the implementation of the revised Health Promotion Law in April 2020 and an increase in the number of restaurants and other establishments where only heated cigarettes are allowed, more and more people are switching from paper cigarettes to heated cigarettes.

Unlike paper cigarettes, they are not burned by fire, so they do not produce tar or carbon monoxide, and their reduced odor is another reason for their popularity.

Advantages of Electronic Cigarettes

Some may be disappointed that there is no nicotine in them...they are not cigarettes, but e-cigarettes have many advantages.

Wide variety of flavors

E-cigarettes come in many flavors.

In addition to tobacco flavors, you can also choose from fruit and juice flavors, so you can change the flavor depending on your mood that day.

In addition, you can customize your own flavors, so you can create your own unique flavors.

No smell of cigarettes

Since no tobacco leaves are used, there is no unpleasant odor characteristic of cigarettes.

Smoking in a room does not leave a lingering odor, nor does it get on your clothes.

The flavored aroma can be smoked at home or in the car because you only smell it while smoking.

Even if someone does not particularly like the smell of cigarettes, it is unlikely that they will be offended by e-cigarettes, so it may be possible to use e-cigarettes near people who do not smoke.

Leads to smoking cessation and reduction

Electronic cigarettes do not contain nicotine, so they do not cause nicotine addiction.

This item is ideal for people who want to quit smoking or reduce their smoking.

One of the attractions of e-cigarettes is that many people have actually succeeded in quitting or reducing smoking by using e-cigarettes.

The trick to actually quitting smoking is not to suddenly use only electronic cigarettes, but to gradually reduce the number of cigarettes while switching to electronic cigarettes, as this will increase the success rate of quitting smoking.

No color on teeth or house walls

Have you ever smoked cigarettes and had the walls and teeth in your room turn yellow?

The cause of the yellowing is the tar contained in cigarettes.

E-cigarettes do not contain tar, so there is no need to worry about yellowing your teeth or the walls of your room.

If you live in a rental property, for example, and cannot smoke in your room but would like to, electronic cigarettes are recommended.

You should be aware that if you smoke in a rental property and turn the wallpaper yellow, you will have to pay less than 50,000 yen, even if it is for one room.

low cost

Due to repeated tobacco tax hikes over the past few years, paper cigarettes have reached around 600 yen per 1 pack (please check official websites for the latest prices).

Electronic cigarettes, however, are not classified as cigarettes and are therefore not affected by tobacco taxes.

Let's look at the actual monthly costs of paper cigarettes and electronic cigarettes,

Considering that a pack of paper cigarettes costs 600 yen and you smoke one pack a day, 600 yen x 30 days is 18,000 yen.

Smoking the same amount of e-cigarettes as paper cigarettes with a rechargeable VITAFUL, the starter kit costs 1,598 yen plus about 4,410 yen for liquid and other expenses per month, for a total of about 6,000 yen.

18,000 yen for paper cigarettes - 6,000 yen for e-cigarettes, a savings of 12,000 yen per month just by using e-cigarettes.

If you continue to use the product, you can save even more money by paying for the starter kit.

Electronic Cigarette Cosmetic Ranking Summary Table

We have just presented a cost comparison between paper cigarettes and rechargeable VITAFULs, but how much do other electronic cigarettes cost? Here are some examples.

Let's take a look at a table that summarizes the overall cosmetic e-cigarettes!

*The cost-performance ranking uses calculated reference prices (as of 2021). Prices may have changed since then; please check each official website for the latest prices.

COSPAC calculation conditions

• 600 yen per pack of cigarettes
• Average number of cigarettes smoked 20/day
• 1 cigarette = 10 smokes
• 1ml of liquid: 70 smokes (50 smokes for a real vape)
• Liquid used: veporever (195 yen/5ml)

trade (brand) name	Starter Kit Price	1Monthly cost
Rechargeable VITAFUL	1,598 yen	4,410 yen
SMOOTH V!P	2,950 yen	5,178 yen
VAPE STEEZ	1,620 yen	5,356 yen
EMILI MINI+	4,980 yen	6,038 yen
EMILI LIGHT	4,980 yen	7,013 yen
VAPE ONE II	2,980 yen	7,192 yen
C-Tec DUO	2,484 yen	7,452 yen
FLEVO	1,058 yen	7,609 yen
JPvepor I-1600	4,980 yen	9,192 yen
Loales	2,376 yen	10,167 yen
myblue	2,700 yen	11,880 yen
Disposable VITAFUL	1,058 yen	11,426 yen
tobacco	600suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.	18,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
C-Tec STICK	1,620 yen	17,496 yen

The best value for money by far is the Rechargeable Vitaful, a Japanese e-cigarette containing vitamins!

The Vitaful is a low-cost starter kit and cartridge, and I also use it because of its excellent design.

In terms of types, the cost generally increases in the order of "liquid-infused type, cartridge type, paper cigarettes, heated cigarettes, and disposable type," but the rechargeable Vitaful is a more cost-effective e-cigarette than the liquid type.

Heated Cigarette Cosmetic Ranking Summary Table

Next, how about the cosmetics of heated cigarettes? I will introduce you to them.

*The cost-performance ranking uses calculated reference prices (as of 2021), and prices may have changed since then (please check official websites for the latest prices).

trade (brand) name	Starter Kit Price	1Monthly cost
tobacco	600suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.	18,000suffix for names of swords, armour, musical instruments, etc.
PloomTECH	3,000 yen	13,584 yen
glo	3,980 yen	16,400 yen
iBuddy Se	4,838 yen	18,338 yen
Osean-C T1	5,000 yen	18,500 yen
IQOS	7,980 yen	21,480 yen
ACE	7,980 yen	21,480 yen
iBuddy iS	8,532 yen	22,032 yen
EFOS E1	8,980 yen	22,480 yen

Heated cigarettes cost more money than paper cigarettes when calculated on the first month's cost, because some starter kits are more expensive.

Some devices used in heated cigarettes, such as Icos, are compatible and low-cost, so compatible devices are recommended for those who do not want to spend money on a starter kit.

summary

How did you like the e-cigarette cosmetic ranking?

If you actually look at the cost comparison, the cost of cigarettes is really high.

I hate to think about how much money I would save if I didn't smoke, so I'll end today's article here.

If you are looking to save money or quit smoking, you should definitely try using electronic cigarettes.