While vaping is not risk free, it is less harmful than tobacco Our World in Data Some reports state that these new, flavored smoking devices are less harmful than tobacco cigarettes but how safe is vaping? In this third part of a four part series, China Daily examines the E Cigarettes (Vapes) Smoking and Tobacco Use CDC Vaping vs. Smoking Which is Safer for Your Lungs? Think vaping is the "healthier" option? Think again. Both smoking and vaping come with serious risks to your lung health,