Smoking and vaping are often compared, but neither is harmless. While they work differently, both can expose the lungs to addictive nicotine and harmful chemicals that impact breathing and overall health. Smoking Vaping and Electronic Cigarette Toxicity Overview and Recommendations (Project VECTOR) Intrepid Lab Tobacco Smoke, Vaping, and Asthma AAFA.org While vaping is not risk free, it is less harmful than tobacco Our World in Data