Every way to use cannabis, compared

There's no single "best" format, just the one that fits what you want. See how the main types of legal cannabis products compare, with links to read more on each.

At a glance

FormatOnsetDurationSmoke-freeWho it suits
Dried flower Minutes 1 to 3 hrs No Any
Pre-rolls Minutes 1 to 3 hrs No Any
Vapes Minutes 1 to 3 hrs Yes Any
Edibles Up to 2 hrs 4 to 8 hrs Yes Start low
Beverages 15 to 60 min 2 to 6 hrs Yes Start low
Tinctures & oils 15 to 45 min 4 to 6 hrs Yes Any
Capsules Up to 2 hrs 4 to 8 hrs Yes Any
Concentrates Minutes 1 to 3 hrs No Experienced
Hash Minutes 1 to 3 hrs No Any
Topicals Varies Localized Yes Any

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