An overview of the pros and cons of buying vapes in stores and online.
A tricky question is raised.
At some point, you will encounter a difficult question: should you buy in store or buy online? There are many factors that lead to your decision. So today, The Vape Club will point out some advantages and disadvantages of buying online and directly so that you can choose the best way for you.
Buy online
Advantage
Every day more and more people are choosing the internet to order goods, not just vapers. The advantage? First, you will have more choices. It is very easy to browse the web to see products, you can also compare product prices of many shops and quickly know what items the shop you choose to buy has.
You can easily find discount deals, information about the latest giveaways as well as new product promotions. If you are a newbie, you can also see the recommended starter kit combos for beginners. The websites operate 24/7 so you can order anytime you want.
The most exciting thing about online shopping is “vape mail”. Ordering online is like buying yourself a gift.
Advantages of buying online:
Wide range of products
Easy to find discount deals
Vape mail
No pressure to buy
Can be ordered at any time
Disadvantages:
Despite the advantages of online shopping, many people still prefer to buy vapes in stores. Why is that? Let’s look at the disadvantages of online shopping before concluding which way is better.
Shopping online is of course very convenient, but the problem is that the original product price also has to include shipping costs, which can make you slightly deviate from your original cost estimate.
Not to mention the wait time. Vape mail is fun, but sometimes you need it as soon as possible, or even immediately. Like when you’ve run out of juice or your only atomizer just broke, that’s a big problem.
Furthermore, sometimes you need to meet with a technician or a professional to ask more specific questions that can help you choose the right product for you. Unfortunately, you don’t have that option when you shop online. In fact, you are limited to knowing the device’s specifications and photos, so it’s natural that you will have a hard time choosing what you really want. Not to mention that if you buy from a different source instead of a reputable store’s website, you may risk buying a clone, a defective product at an authentic price, or encountering the awkward situation of receiving a product that is completely different from the advertised product (the most common scenario).
Currently, the problem of not being consulted directly when purchasing through the website has been solved thanks to the online consulting department.
Worse still, when you want to return the item, it can be a hassle and time consuming to wait for a new product to arrive. Vape mail is no longer fun when you have to go through it twice just to get the same product.
Disadvantages of online shopping:
Shipping fee
Need waiting time
No direct consultation
Risk of encountering cloned or defective goods
Inconvenient return policy
Product information is quite limited without reviews
Buy vape in store
Advantage:
We have seen the pros and cons of buying online, now we will discuss the pros of buying vapes in stores.
Vape shops are more than just stores, they act as a club for members of the community. They are places where vapers can meet, socialize and discuss all things vaping, even find out about upcoming vaping events and new product information. They are also on the front lines of helping smokers transition. It’s great to see a customer who was a smoker become a vaper after leaving the shop.
Vape shops also allow you to get direct feedback from store staff and other vapers, you can also see and touch the product you want to buy. Stores will also allow you to try their e-liquid before buying, this is a huge benefit, also helps you save a lot.
Usually, when you want to try juice, you should go to the store more, not only can you get free samples but also can discuss with other vapers. Vape shops are also a great place to discover new products.
Some stores also double as vape lounges, allowing customers to bring their own food and drinks, watch TV, and relax. One of the best things about shopping in a store is that you get instant gratification.
Advantages of buying in store:
Can see and touch the product
Get direct advice from technical staff
Interact with the community
Get essential oils trial
Disadvantages:
In addition to the advantages mentioned above, we also have disadvantages to face when buying vapes in stores.
First is customer service, there are stores with very good service, enthusiastic and friendly staff, very willing to advise to help you choose the best product. There are also stores with poor service, with staff who do not know much about vaping and only know how to introduce you to the most expensive products without knowing whether you can use it or not. There are also stores with no reputation that sell fake goods and rip off inexperienced customers.
Also, when you buy in-store, you are limited to what they have available. For example, they may have the atomizer you want but in a different color, or the e-liquid you like but with a higher or lower nicotine level.
Another thing to note is that stores always have certain opening hours, while you can buy online 24/7. This is very important when you need to return a product within a certain time frame. It is also very inconvenient if the store opens at the same time as you do.
Disadvantages:
Limited working hours
Sometimes encounter ignorant staff
Limited choices
Stricter return policy
Conclude
Which option is better for you? Ultimately, it all depends on you. It depends on your situation and which one you prefer, as both options have their pros and cons. For example, if you live far away, in an area where there are no vape shops, then the best option is to buy online. But if you are sociable, want to be close to the community or want to get regular direct advice but live near a vape shop, then it is best to just go to the store for convenience.
