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10mg vs 20mg: Understanding Nicotine Strength in Pods and E-Liquids (2026)

Last updated: 29 October 2026. Guide by Cloud Express, based on the pods and e-liquids we stock. This guide explains product labels. It is not medical advice.

Every pod and bottle of e-liquid shows a nicotine strength. In our range that’s mostly 20mg, with a 10mg option. Here’s what those numbers mean, how they interact with your device and which options are available.

What the numbers mean

Strength is measured in milligrams of nicotine per millilitre of liquid. 20mg means 20mg in every ml, which is 2%. 10mg is half that, or 1%. So a 2ml pod at 20mg holds twice as much nicotine as a 2ml pod at 10mg.

LabelPer mlPercentageHow it usually feels in a pod
10mg10mg1%Softer throat hit
20mg20mg2%Stronger throat hit

Strength and coil work together

The same liquid feels different in different coils. A lower-resistance coil (like 0.4Ω) heats more liquid per puff, so each puff delivers more vapour and more nicotine. That’s why high-strength saltnic is normally used in higher-resistance coils (0.6Ω to 1.0Ω), and lower strengths in lower-resistance coils. More in our coil resistance guide.

The type of nicotine matters too: saltnic feels smoother at the same strength than freebase. See saltnic vs freebase vs HTPC.

Strengths in our range

Want 10mg? You’ll need an open pod

All the pre-filled pods listed above come at 20mg. If you want a lighter strength, use an open pod device, such as the Aladdin Pro PE511, ASDF Core or Syokbar Target, and fill it with Vapetape Saltnic 10mg. Our refill guide shows you how.

Good to know

  • If a vape feels too strong, stop and take a break.
  • Keep pods and e-liquids out of reach of children and pets.
  • Nicotine is addictive. Vaping products are for adults aged 18 and over only.

FAQs

Is 20mg the same as 2%?

Yes. 20mg per ml is 2%, and 10mg per ml is 1%.

Do you sell 10mg pre-filled pods?

The pre-filled pods on this page are all 20mg. For 10mg, use an open pod with Vapetape Saltnic 10mg, or WhatsApp us at 019-620 6083 to ask about a specific pod.

Does a bigger puff count mean more nicotine?

Puff count depends on how much liquid a device holds. Strength tells you how much nicotine is in each ml. Check both on the label. See puff counts explained.

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