The cost of cigarettes in NZ isn’t getting any cheaper. In fact, it’s only getting more expensive, so there’s probably never been a better time to think about making the switch from smoking to vaping.
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So, what does a packet of cigarettes cost in NZ?
The average cost of cigarettes in NZ is now $37.41 for a pack of 20.[1] And depending on how many cigarettes you smoke and how often you smoke, this can add up quickly over a week, a month and a year.
Let’s break it down for you. If you were to smoke a pack of cigarettes every day, it would cost you over $13,654 per year.[2] If you smoke 10 cigarettes a day that’s over $6,827 per year.[2]
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How much has the cost increased in recent years, and how much will it continue to increase?
The cost increase has been on an upward trend for some time. Between 2012 and 2023, the average price for a pack of 20 cigarettes went from $14.90 to $37.41[1] - that’s a 151% increase.
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So, the question is, will you save a lot of money switching to vaping from smoking?
Yes. Even with the initial setup cost and the ongoing costs of vaping it’s still a lot more economical.
First things first, you need to buy an e cigarette device. When it comes to choosing a device, a closed pod system often costs less than an open pod system and a closed pod system has fewer parts to maintain and purchase.
Once you have a closed pod device, you’ll only need to spend on replacement e Liquid pods.
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What is the cost breakdown?
A Vuse Go Reload device costs $9.99. This, along with a pack of Vuse e Liquid pods, is all you need to get started. If you're thinking of switching from smoking to vaping, we’d recommend you try our Tobacco e Liquid flavour, it’s $12.99 for a pack of 2 pods (all other Vuse flavours are $14.99). Tobacco is the preferred flavour for those who have recently made the switch from smoking to vaping.
Or if you’re feeling more adventurous, there’s a great variety of different Vuse flavours to choose from.
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How often do you need to buy a new vape device and pods?
A Vuse Go Reload device has a 12-month warranty. How often you need to buy a pack of pods will depend on how often you vape. Each Vuse e Liquid pod delivers approximately 1000 puffs. This may vary depending on your vaping behaviour.
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Try our cost savings calculator to see how much you could save.
To find out just how much you could save by making the switch to Vuse, use our Cost Savings Calculator tool. Tell us what type of tobacco you smoke (cigarettes or roll your own) and how often, and we’ll tell you just how much you could save if you made the switch to vaping today. It could be up to $5000 a year. Imagine what you could do with that much money back in your wallet.
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Are you ready to make the switch?
Explore the range of high-quality e cigarettes and e Liquids that Vuse has to offer today. The Vuse Go Reload vape pens are available in a range of premium colours with our Ready to Vape Kits and are simple and easy to use - just click a pre-filled e Liquid pod in place and you’re good to go.
We have a great selection of nicotine salt e Liquids available in a variety of different flavours, from classic tobacco and menthol to fresh and fruity flavour combinations. Our e Liquid pods come in several different nicotine strengths so you can find the level that works for you.
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References:
[1] Recommended Retail Price Lists 2012-2023.
[2]Â Based on smoking a pack of 20 cigarettes a day (365 days) at $37.41 per pack.
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