Edibles vs Smoking — What's the Difference?
Both are great ways to consume cannabis, but they work very differently. Here's what you need to know.
Onset Time
- Smoking/Vaping: effects hit within minutes. You feel it almost immediately.
- Edibles: takes 30-90 minutes to kick in. Sometimes longer depending on your metabolism and what you've eaten.
Duration
- Smoking/Vaping: effects last 1-3 hours typically.
- Edibles: effects last 4-6 hours, sometimes longer. It's a more sustained experience.
Intensity
Edibles can feel more intense than smoking the same amount of THC because your body processes them differently (through the liver). This is why dosing matters — start with a low dose if you're new to edibles.
Dosing
Smoking: easy to control. Take a hit, wait a minute, see how you feel. Take more if you want.
Edibles: harder to control because of the delay. The golden rule: start low, wait at least an hour before taking more. You can always eat more, but you can't eat less.
No Smoke
The biggest advantage of edibles is no smoke or vapor. No smell on your clothes, no coughing, nothing to bother your neighbors. Vaping is also low-odor if you want quick effects without the smoke.
Which Should You Choose?
Want quick effects you can control? Go with flower or vapes. Want a longer, smoke-free experience? Go with edibles. Many people enjoy both depending on the situation. We carry everything on our menu — browse and pick what works for you.