The Complete Guide to Vaping vs Smoking: Health Benefits and Making the Switch SMOKO E Cigarettes Toki Let's be real, what's the difference between vaping versus smoking cigarettes? We know that vaping contains no tobacco and far less chemicals than cigarettes but the keyword here is 'less'. VAPING VS. SMOKING Both smoking and vaping have side effects and risks. The long term health effects of electronic cigarettes (e cigarettes) are not fully understood, but the science indicates they are not a ASHES, Vol. 17(9) Are vaping and smoking similar, in terms of quitting? BASIS (The Brief Addiction Science Information Source) Vapes might be less harmful than traditional cigarettes and might help smokers quit smoking, but they are not safe, especially for individuals younger than 25 years old. Plus, much is still unknown E Cigarettes vs. Vaporizers: What's the Difference?