Buying Vape Juices online - 2017 EJuice Buying Tips
Posted by Courtney McElligott on Jul 14th 2017
Buying vape juice online gives you far more flavor, nicotine-strength, and bottle-size options than a gas station or corner store - but quality varies, so it pays to know what to look for. Here are a few things to check before you order e-liquid online.
Start with quality e-juice
Most established USA e-juice companies make great-tasting vape juices and keep tight control over quality. There are excellent e-liquids made outside the US too, though shipping can sometimes be slower or pricier. Be cautious with ultra-cheap juices sold near gas-station checkouts - in our experience it's rare to find anything worth vaping there, even at rock-bottom prices.
Look for real customer service
Beyond quality, check that the shop lists a way to reach them - a phone number or email, often on an About Us page or in the site footer. Clear contact info is a good sign that support is there if you need it. If a company hides how to contact them, treat that as a red flag.
Check the return policy
Before you click buy, make sure the shop stands behind its products with a solid return policy or money-back guarantee. If a flavor isn't to your taste, you should be able to make a return or exchange without a hassle.
Keep quality, service, and a fair return policy in mind next time you shop online for e-liquid, and you'll have a much better experience.
This post was originally published in 2017; specific offers and policies may have changed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it better to buy vape juice online or in a store?
Online shops carry a far wider range of flavors, nicotine strengths, and bottle sizes than most physical stores, and it's easier to compare brands and read the product details. Buying from an established retailer with clear contact info and a return policy is the main thing to look for.
How can I tell if an online vape juice is good quality?
Look for USA-made or reputable-brand e-liquid, clear ingredient and nicotine-strength labeling, and batch or production details. A shop with real customer service and a return policy is more likely to stand behind its products.
What nicotine strengths can I choose when buying online?
Most online shops let you pick a strength to match your device - commonly 0-6 mg freebase for sub-ohm setups, and higher freebase or nicotine salts for small MTL pods. Many flavors are also offered in 0 mg.
Do I need to verify my age to buy vape juice online?
Yes. These products are for adults 21+ only, and reputable US retailers use age verification at checkout and on delivery.
What if I don't like a flavor I ordered?
Check the shop's return or exchange policy before ordering. A retailer with a money-back guarantee should let you return or exchange an unopened order without a runaround.
These products are intended only for adults 21+. Nicotine is an addictive chemical. This article is general product information and is not a smoking-cessation claim.