The cousin chemical of cannabis’s Delta-9, which is for marijuana’s psychoactive effects, Delta-8 is an increasingly popular, high-quality way to consume THC with milder highs, easier availability, and many consumption options. Delta-8 disposable vape pens let users bring their high with them on the go and can be disposed of safely when emptied. With such a large and ever-expanding market, it’s important to be knowledgeable about the effects, options, and legality of Delta-8 disposable pens before you use them.

What are Delta-8 disposable vape pens?

Unlike standard vaping devices and weed pens, Delta-8 disposables are made for single uses. Non-disposable vapes feature separate vape pens that need to be regularly charged and vape cartridges that contain their THC oils, while disposable vape pens contain them all in one. Once the THC oils have been used up, these disposable pens can be safely thrown away. These features make THC disposable vape pens especially great for traveling, hiking, camping, and much more.

Disposable Delta-8 vape pens also let users avoid some of the disadvantages of non-disposable vapes, such as the rechargeable battery running out, sticky oils seeping between the Delta-8 cartridge and pen, and taking time to attach and replace the Delta-8 cart. Always ready to use with a full charge, disposable vape pens make your overall vaping experience a little more “chill.”

How do I use Delta-8 disposable vape pens?

In general, using Delta-8 disposable vapes is the same as using nondisposable vape pens, but without the hassle of removing and attaching cartridges. However, many THC disposable vapes have different functionalities. So, it’s recommended you always read the instructions whenever you buy a new vaping product. Most vape commands consist of pressing a single button a certain number of times (i.e., five times to turn on or off, two times to charge, three times to change intensity), though the exact numbers vary by product, with some Delta-8 THC vapes not having a button at all. 

Once you’ve removed the disposable vape from the packaging and discarded any wrappings, follow these standard steps to begin your Delta-8 high:

1. Turn the vape on. Some vapes don’t have on-and-off features, but those that do typically require you to press the vape’s button five times consecutively.

2. Preheat the vape. Many vapes include a pre-heat feature that raises the temperature of the Delta-8 oils before you take a hit. While this is not always necessary, many people prefer pre-heating their vapes for a stronger effect, to push through thicker, distillate oils, or if they’re vaping in cold conditions. Certain vape carts will leak or run out fast if you incorrectly pre-heat them. Fortunately, this is not a problem with disposable vape pens. 

3. Put the vape to your mouth. Put the vape’s mouthpiece to the edge of your lips. You should not need to put more than the very tip of the vape into your mouth to get the full effect.

4. Press down on the button and inhale. If the vape doesn’t have a button, nothing else is necessary but to inhale once the vape is at your lips. As with most vape products, inhale slowly at your own pace and not for longer than you feel comfortable with. Some vapes offer their own safety guidelines, such as the maximum number of seconds you can safely inhale. So, always refer to the instructions when in doubt.

5. Breathe deeply and exhale. If you immediately let the Delta-8 vapor pour out of your mouth, you’ll only feel a minimal effect — if any. Instead, once you’ve finished inhaling from the vape, remove the vape from your mouth and finish the long, deep breath you already started. It’s crucial to listen to and know your own body’s limits before using Delta-8 vapes for this reason. Once you’ve completed the breath, exhale and let the vapor into the air. 

6. Repeat steps 3–5 if desired. Many users, especially those new to Delta-8 or THC, should be able to feel the full effect of Delta-8 after one hit. However, some people may want a larger dosage. So long as you know your limits, repeating steps 3 through 5 is generally safe. Preheating a second time is usually not necessary unless you took a long break, are in the cold, or are using thicker than usual Delta-8 oils.

Where can I buy Delta-8 disposable vape pens?

Delta 8 disposable vapes are available from multiple online retailers like Bay Smokes. Depending on the state and local laws where you live, they can also be found at cannabis dispensaries, smoke shops, gas stations, and various other locations. However, not every retailer that sells Delta-8 sells Delta-8 disposables. Some retailers only sell Delta-8 vape cartridges, Delta-8 edibles, or Delta-8 tinctures. 

Bay Smokes offers shipping for all of these Delta-8 options with numerous disposable vapes to choose from. Unfortunately, there are many states where you cannot currently buy Delta 8 disposables, including Colorado, Delaware, Idaho, Iowa, Montana, New York, and Vermont. If you live somewhere where Delta-8 disposables are expressly illegal, shipping options will not be available at checkout.

Do Delta-8 vape pens get you high?

Delta-8 THC vape pens give most users a “high” similar to standard Delta 9 THC products (such as most marijuana products) but with milder effects. Delta-8 and Delta-9 are both psychoactive compounds with similar chemical structures, though Delta-8’s structure offers milder, less-anxiety-inducing results while still providing a euphoric high. Because of this, Delta-8 has gained the nickname “diet weed.” It’s crucial you know about Delta-8’s effects before you vape.

What is Delta-8 high like?

Delta-8’s “high” may differ by product and user. Many people have claimed to feel sleepy, smooth, fuzzy, forgetful, and relaxed. It typically provides a less potent euphoric feeling than Delta-9 products and some users have reported feeling sleepy instead of euphoric. Particularly with Bay Smokes’s disposables, Delta 8 THC products may make users feel an uplifting bodily feeling, tranquil, relaxed, introspective, and increased awareness of their body. In terms of health benefits, Delta-8 vapes can reduce pain, nausea, anxiety, or a lack of appetite and help with other medical conditions. 

The experience is much more of a full-body high rather than an in-your-head high with “brain fog,” which many users find preferable. One advantage of this is that there are fewer cases of anxiety, paranoia, and panic during a Delta-8 high as opposed to a Delta-9 high. Additionally, many users report that they’re still able to complete everyday activities on Delta-8, whereas Delta-9 would typically leave them crashed on the couch.

Unfortunately, with all THC products, there are sometimes side effects that users may find uncomfortable. Generally, these negative effects are psychoactive, temporary, and avoidable if you don’t surpass your personal limit. However, you should consult a doctor if you have any concerns whatsoever. First-time users should consider trying Delta-8 accompanied by someone else. Potentially negative effects of Delta-8 can include:

• Dizziness

• Dry mouth (aka “cotton mouth”)

• Eye redness

• Fatigue

• Increased heart rate

• Limited motor control

• Loss of memory

• Time distortion

How long does a Delta-8 disposable high last?

Highs from Delta-8 disposable vapes can typically last around three hours, though this time can vary based on the product’s potency, the user’s THC tolerance, and how recently the user last vaped or used THC. Highs can last up to 10 hours, though highs of this duration are more common with Delta-8 gummies than with Delta 8 disposables. 

How much Delta-8 should I take?

When trying Delta-8, it’s important to remember that every user is different. Factors that may impact Delta-8’s potency include your metabolism, age, body chemistry, and how often you use THC products, if ever. Our Delta-8 disposable dosage guide is a great jumping-off point, but you’ll ideally be able to recognize your own limits after using Delta-8 a few times yourself. 

When trying Delta-8 for the first time, you should only start with a minimal dosage, especially if you’re new to THC as a whole. If you’re using a Delta-8 vape, start with one or two puffs. If you’re using Delta-8 edibles, you should only start with one edible or consider cutting the edible in half. Once you’ve taken the first dosage, you should typically wait half an hour to an hour for the full effect to kick in before taking any more.

Delta-8 Disposable Dosage Guide

While studies show that THC potency is related to the user’s metabolism rate rather than their body weight, weight is still a somewhat safe indicator for where to start when you first try Delta 8 disposable vapes. Whether you’re looking for a mellow high or an intense high, check out our Delta-8 disposables dosage guide:

• <80 lbs (35 kg): One puff for a mellow high; three puffs for an intense high.

• 80 lbs (35 kg) – 120 lbs (55 kg): One or two puffs for a mellow high; four or five puffs for an intense high.

• 120 lbs (55 kg) – 160 lbs (72kg): Two puffs for a mellow high; six or seven puffs for an intense high.

• 160 lbs (72 kg) – 200 lbs (90 kg): Two or three puffs for a mellow high; eight or nine puffs for an intense high.

• 200 lbs (90 kg) – 240 lbs (108 kg): Three puffs for a mellow high; ten or eleven puffs for an intense high.

• >240 lbs (108 kg): Three or four puffs for a mellow high; twelve or more puffs for an intense high.

How long do Delta-8 vape pens last?

Delta-8 vapes’ lifespans depend entirely on how often they’re used. A Delta-8 vape pen owned by a frequent user may only last five days, while a less frequently used vape could last for weeks or months. High-quality products will typically last longer. Most Delta-8 vapes last around 300 puffs, but that number can range from 150 to 600 depending on the product and for how long the user hits it. 

There are many other variables to consider as well. For example, a 1 mL Delta-8 vape will last twice as long as a 0.5 mL vape, and a Delta-8 disposable with thicker oils may take longer to cook through than a disposable with simpler vape oils. Other factors that may contribute to a Delta-8 vape having a shorter lifespan include:

• Overusing its preheat feature

• Frequent use

• Longer hits

• Poor manufacturing

• Leaking cartridges (for nondisposable vapes)

Best Delta 8 disposables

With a multitude of Delta-8 disposable pens available, it can be difficult to narrow down your best options. When looking for a new Delta-8 seller, check that their ingredients are natural, that they have been third-party lab tested, usually indicated by a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and for customer reviews to gauge the product’s effects.

Types of Delta-8 disposables

Despite only taking up a fraction of the Delta-8 market, Delta-8 disposables have expanded to cover multiple other forms of cannabinoids and extraction processes. While some of these hemp-derived products are still new and somewhat unregulated by the FDA, a few give even more potent effects than standard Delta-9 and Delta-10 vapes.

Delta-8 disposable

Standard Delta-8 disposable pens contain less than 0.3% THC and use a similar hemp extraction process as most Delta-9 disposables and other THC vapes. Delta 8 disposables give their users a mild high that’s less potent than Delta-9, typically lasting a few hours. 

Delta-8 live resin disposable

Live resin vapes are developed through a diligent production process that’s more toilsome than most other THC oils. Heavy-duty extraction equipment is used to extract the THC compounds such as natural terpenes necessary from freshly harvested and frozen cannabis buds. This fine-tuned extract combination preserves the natural resin from cannabis plants for a strong, fresh hit you customarily can’t find in most other vapes.

Delta-8 live resin disposables give users a truly unique experience, feeling both the lively high of the resin and the milder kickback of the Delta-8. Whereas standard live resin vapes may be too much for some users, especially those new to THC, Delta-8 live resin vapes should give users a more relaxed yet lucid high. 

One downside of live resin disposable vapes is that, due to their complicated production, they tend to be more expensive than other vaping options. Thankfully, as the market grows more competitive and production costs go down, retailers such as Bay Smokes can sell Delta-8 live resin for more affordable prices than before. For many people, live resin’s more potent effects make the upcharge worth it.

Delta-8 + THCh:THCjd Disposable

THCjd and THCh are two more hemp-derived cannabinoids that’ve recently entered the cannabis market, particularly as a substitute for other THC products like marijuana. While THCjd is the weaker of the two, THCh is said to be 10 times stronger than standard Delta-9 THC. However, more research needs to be done on both compounds, particularly THCjd, the newest of the two. 

Both THCjd and THCh share many chemical properties with Delta-8 THC, which might explain how these three compounds deliver such a cool effect when combined. While reactions and effects are still being studied, Delta-8 + THCh:THCjd disposable vapes offer users a potent and powerful all-in-one experience with a euphoric sensation similar to yet still quite different from standard Delta-9 THC. At this time, the market for Delta-8 + THCh:THCjd products is still growing. So, it can be difficult for cannabis users to find any of these disposable vapes from a reputable brand for the time being. 

Delta-8 + THCP disposable

33 times more potent than Delta-9 THC, THCP is yet another new cannabinoid overtaking the THC market. While many other cannabinoids can give their users psychoactive effects, the effects of THCP border on psychedelic. Delta-8 + THCP disposable vape pens are great for users that want a near-psychedelic experience that’s still somewhat grounded.

Like THCjd and THCh, much research and regulation are still needed for THCP products. At this time, it can’t be concluded if THCP products are entirely safe or if they have consistent effects. However, with what information we have now, Delta-8 + THCP disposable vapes are a seemingly safe and intense way for users experienced with THC to have a borderline psychedelic experience. 

Delta-8 disposable strains

Once you know what type of Delta-8 disposable you want to use, you need to pick out a strain and flavor profile. THC strains like Blue Dream and Gelato fall into one of three categories: indica, hybrid, and sativa. Indica (nicknamed “In Da Couch”) is the most relaxing type of strain and works great with Delta-8 products. Sativa is considered the “caffeine” of the THC world and is great for productivity. Hybrid strains are a cross between indica and sativa usually with close-to-50/50 balance. 

Bay Smokes’ best Delta-8 strains include:

• Blueberry Afgoo (hybrid)

• Do Si Dos (indica)

• Grand Daddy Purp (indica)

• Grape Ape (indica)

• OG Kush (hybrid)

• Pineapple Express (sativa)

• Strawberry Cough (sativa)

• Sour Diesel (sativa)

• Super Lemon Haze (sativa)

• Tangie Tits (hybrid)

• Wedding Cake (sativa)

How does a disposable Delta-8 vape pen work?

As with most vaporizers, Delta-8 disposable vapes operate by heating the THC oils or “vape juice” stored inside the vape pen. This is activated when you inhale from the mouthpiece or when you hold the disposable vape’s main button down. Instead of smoke, the disposable’s atomizer creates a vapor that can form a cool-looking cloud when you exhale.