Slim vs. Regular: Choosing the Right Nicotine Pouch Size

Nathan Chilcott

Beginner’s Guides

If you’re new to the world of nicotine pouches then you’re not alone. The popularity of pouches is rapidly increasing as they offer a discrete and practical way to enjoy nicotine anywhere.

Of course, it can be a little daunting when first faced with a row of nicotine pouch packets. You’ve probably not even thought about nicotine pouch size before making your first purchase.

Well, there are three different sizes and in this situation, size matters. However, that doesn’t automatically mean bigger is better.

Pouch Sizes Available

The three main pouch sizes are mini, slim, and regular, (sometimes referred to as standard):

• Mini pouches are generally 7mm x 13mm and have between two and four milligrams of nicotine in each pouch.
• The slim nicotine pouch is usually 8mm x 15mm and offers between four and 12 mg in every pouch
• Regular pouches have between eight and 30 mg of nicotine in each pouch and measure 9mm x 18mm

"In other words, regular pouches are bigger and stronger than slim ones.”

Regular vs Slim: The Contest

Size isn’t everything. The answer to the regular vs slim contest is different depending on what you are looking for:

Regular pouches are bigger, which means they are more likely to create a small bulge in your cheek when placed in position. While some people won’t notice this, others will. Slim pouches are small enough to be virtually invisible once inside your mouth.

If you’re worried about your look and discretion is important you’ll probably prefer the slim pouches. It’s a particularly popular choice with professionals, especially if you regularly attend client meetings. We have some great options for you to look at:

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Alternatively, you may be less concerned with discretion and more with how long the nicotine will last. The higher levels of nicotine in larger pouches are designed to be released slower than pouches with less nicotine.

If you’re after a quick and intense nicotine hit, slim is the way to go. However, if you want a gradual release of nicotine and the sensation to last for up to an hour, the regular pouch is definitely the better option.

Of course, regular pouches tend to be stronger and that means a more noticeable presence in your mouth. If you consider that a good thing then a regular pouch is the way to go.

Your experience is also relevant. Regular smokers are more likely to match their nicotine intake with larger pouches, such as the regular. Newcomers to smoking or non-smokers using nicotine pouches are likely to be happier with the flavour and intensity offered by the slim size.

Summing Up

The bottom line is simple, what works best for you? In a contest of slim vs regular nicotine pouches, the winner is a personal choice.

We recommend you try several flavours and try them in both slim and regular. You’ll soon find the ones that feel most comfortable to you, and that’s what matters.