Having used both for years, here’s the raw truth—neither is "healthy," but they screw you up differently.
Lungs vs. Gums
Vaping left me with a persistent dry cough after 6 months. Snus? Zero lung issues, but my dentist noticed gum recession where I tuck the pouches. Pick your battlefield.
Chemical Roulette
Vape juice contains mystery flavorings that get heated into who-knows-what. Swedish snus has tobacco, water, salt, and soda—boring but predictable. At least it’s not "rainbow unicorn" vape juice from a gas station.
Nicotine Control
Vapes let you chain-hit 50mg salts all day. Snus gives a slower, steadier buzz. I’ve never gotten nic-sick from snus, but that’s because you can’t overdose as easily.
The Convenience Factor
- Vaping: Chargers, leaks, "where’s my mod?" panic
- Snus: Pop a pouch, forget it exists for an hour
What the Science Actually Shows
Vaping’s been linked to lung injuries (EVALI) when people used sketchy THC carts. Snus has decades of Swedish data showing no lung cancer link, but possible gum issues with heavy use.