Find the Best ZYN Alternatives
Have you ever stopped to consider what other brands are out there in the absence of your favorite ZYN? What do you buy when 15 cans a month isn’t enough or ZYN is out of stock, like it is right now? We wanted to take a data-driven approach to the problem by curating a list of recommendations that go beyond simply flavor and strength.
Our analysts looked back through months of Nicokick orders to see which products our loyal ZYN customers have switched to during the so-called "ZYN shortage" that's been affecting supply, on and off, since mid-May. Chances are, you’re likely to enjoy a few of these products too.
No matter whether you’re chasing a pouch that matches as closely as possible or are keen to try something completely new, lean on Nicokick's nicotine pouch community and use this guide to explore the top alternatives that can help fill that ZYN-shaped hole in your life.
ZYN Wintergreen Customers Also Like...
This gentle mint with a steady nicotine release is known for consistently being one of ZYN's bestsellers. It seems the top alternatives people are turning to in the absence of these pouches are On! Wintergreen 4mg and Rogue Wintergreen 6mg, with plenty of other wintergreens where those came from:
ZYN Spearmint Customers Also Like...
This pouch brings together the sweetness of peppermint and coolness of menthol. Looking at the order history of other ZYN customers, we can see the #1 spearmint substitute in the Less Intense range is On! Mint 4mg and, for those seeking a Regular strength, it's Rogue Spearmint 6mg. You can’t really go wrong with any of these minty pouches when stocks are low though:
ZYN Peppermint Customers Also Like...
On! Mint 4mg has done it again, this time alongside Rogue Peppermint 6mg – chosen by Nicokick customers as the top 2 ZYN-like pouches when they can’t get their hands on ZYN Peppermint. You'll find zone up there too with other Rogue recommendations that go beyond the peppermint flavor profile:
ZYN Cool Mint Customers Also Like...
Calling all cool customers! If you’re curious what's in the shopping carts of other people who love ZYN Cool Mint, look no further. On! Mint 4mg and Rogue Wintergreen 6mg are the go-to's in this list of alternatives, with varying strengths of On! in high demand:
ZYN Menthol Customers Also Like...
If ZYN Menthol is more your style, then you’ll be pleased to hear that On! Mint 4mg and Rogue Wintergreen 6mg are 2 pouches you can count on, with no shortage of other minty varieties (you'd be familiar with by now) also featuring:
ZYN Coffee Customers Also Like...
The perks of a tobacco leaf- and caffeine-free pouch are obvious, with On! Coffee 4mg favored by those looking for a Less Intense experience and On! Coffee 8mg chosen by customers with a stronger appetite for nicotine. At this point, perhaps it's not so surprising to see that a wintergreen has also snuck its way into this list of espresso-inspired alternatives:
ZYN Cinnamon Customers Also Like...
Judging by their orders, ZYN Cinnamon customers are not afraid to spice things up. While many opt for On! Cinnamon 4mg, a lot of them have also proven to enjoy experimenting with minty pouches, like Rogue Wintergreen 6mg. Click the banner above to continue exploring our cinnamon selection, or consult the recommendations below if you're also in the mood to branch out flavor-wise:
ZYN Citrus Customers Also Like...
Every pouch here has been vouched for by ZYN Citrus customers – with Rogue Citrus 3mg the ultimate alternative for those chasing less milligrams of nicotine and Rogue Citrus 6mg topping the list for 6mg customers as a citrus stand-in. Have you tried (m)any of these?
ZYN Chill Customers Also Like...
When you don't want flavor to take over, you can always turn to our ZYN Chill users for guidance. These customers rank On! Original 4mg and (you guessed it) Rogue Wintergreen 6mg among the best nicotine pouch replacements. Interestingly, our data shows a growing number of mints starting to pop up in normally unflavored shopping carts:
ZYN Smooth Customers Also Like...
A similar mix features alongside each other when looking at ZYN Smooth customers, with slightly more emphasis on unflavored options. It seems like On! Original 4mg and On! Original 8mg are the most popular alternatives catering to different strength preferences, but people are also fond of the following:
All Nicokick's Brands at a Glance
Don't forget that we stock other brands that may or may not feature in this list! Check out how all our nicotine pouches stack up against ZYN by clicking through the different tabs below. You have a world of choice at your fingertips here, including established brands and new arrivals.
Available Strengths: 3mg & 6mg
Nicotine Type: Tobacco leaf-derived
Flavors: 10 including Wintergreen; Spearmint; Cool Mint; Citrus; Peppermint; Cinnamon; Smooth (Unflavored); Chill (Unflavored); Coffee & Menthol
Pouch Size & Feel: Mini, Dry
Pouches Per Can: 15
Our Expert's Take: "ZYN is the #1 nicotine pouch brand in the US, but you shouldn't stick with it just because it's the most popular. The only way to find the right pouch for you is by trying other products and seeing how they compare..."
Available Strengths: 2mg, 4mg & 8mg
Nicotine Type: Tobacco leaf-derived
Flavors: 7 including Wintergreen; Mint; Coffee; Cinnamon; Citrus; Berry & Original (Unflavored)
Pouch Size & Feel: Mini, Dry
Pouches Per Can: 20
Our Expert's Take: "Let's get it On! This is one of our top brands, known for their distinctive rectangular cans, commitment to quality and similar flavor range to ZYN (with the addition of Berry)."
Available Strengths: 3mg & 6mg
Nicotine Type: Tobacco leaf-derived
Flavors: 11 including Wintergreen; Peppermint; Tabac; Apple; Berry; Spearmint; Cinnamon; Mango; Honey Lemon; Citrus & Original (Unflavored)
Pouch Size & Feel: Slim, Dry
Pouches Per Can: 20
Our Expert's Take: "Rogue's crowd-pleasing pouches are the same strength as ZYN and offer even more flavor variety."
Available Strengths: 6mg & 9mg
Nicotine Type: Synthetic
Flavors: 7 including Wintergreen; Mint, Dragonfruit, Citrus, Spearmint, Peppermint & Tobacco (tobacco-free)
Pouch Size & Feel: Slim, Ultra-Soft
Pouches Per Can: 20
Our Expert's Take: "zone offers a slightly stronger alternative in a softer pouch, but still has a decent flavor overlap with ZYN and long-lasting nicotine release."
Available Strengths: 6mg & 12mg
Nicotine Type: Synthetic; Zero Tobacco Nicotine® (ZTN)
Flavors: 5 including Watermelon Strawberry Mint; Mango Strawberry Mint; Raspberry Lemonade Mint; Peach Pineapple Mint & Blueberry Lemon Mint
Pouch Size & Feel: Slim, Semi-Dry
Pouches Per Can: 20
Our Expert's Take: "Juice Head specializes in exotic fruit fusions, which ZYN does not. Their pouches are complemented by a touch of mint too if that's what you're chasing."
Available Strengths: 6mg, 9mg, 12mg & 15mg
Nicotine Type: Synthetic
Flavors: 4 including Wintergreen; Mint; Lush (Tropical Fruits) & Sweet (Unflavored)
Pouch Size & Feel: Regular, Semi-Dry
Pouches Per Can: 20
Our Expert's Take: "FRE is the strongest brand currently stocked on Nicokick – perfect if you're looking for more milligrams of nicotine per pouch than what ZYN can offer."
Available Strengths: 4mg & 7mg
Nicotine Type: Tobacco leaf-derived
Flavors: 10 including Wintergreen; Spearmint; Mint; Citrus & Citrus Burst; Dragonfruit; Peppermint; Cinnamon; Black Cherry & Coffee
Pouch Size & Feel: Slim, Dry
Pouches Per Can: 20
Our Expert's Take: "While VELO is comparable to ZYN in terms of strength (containing only 1 extra milligram per pouch), they do offer a few more exciting flavor options in their range."
Available Strengths: 4mg, 8mg & 12mg
Nicotine Type: Synthetic
Flavors: 8 including Wintergreen; Mango; Cinnamon; Espresso; Mint; Apple Cider; Berry Citrus & Apple Ice
Pouch Size & Feel: Slim, Soft & Breakers, Moist
Pouches Per Can: 15
Our Expert's Take: "Lucy offers a softer and more moist pouch format than what you'd be used to as a ZYN customer, which means the nicotine is typically absorbed faster."
Available Strengths: 4mg, 6mg & 8mg
Nicotine Type: Synthetic
Flavors: 3 including Wintergreen; Mint & Mango
Pouch Size & Feel: Extra Soft
Pouches Per Can: 20
Our Expert's Take: "Sesh puts quality over quantity in terms of their flavor range and is a close ZYN-match if strength matters most to you."
Available Strengths: 7mg
Nicotine Type: Tobacco leaf-derived
Flavors: 3 including Spearmint; Wintergreen & Peppermint
Pouch Size & Feel: Slim
Pouches Per Can: 20
Our Expert's Take: "Grizzly just launched this range of nicotine pouches after years producing snus and other tobacco products, but it was worth the wait. They've quickly asserted themselves as mint specialists."
Using ZYN as a reference, you can now:
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- Increase/decrease the milligrams per pouch;
- Decide which type of nicotine you prefer;
- Stick with similar flavors or branch out;
- Experiment with different pouch formats;
- See where the best value lies in terms of price vs pouches per can.
Whichever brand you choose, we've got you covered with secure payment options, trackable delivery and age verification on all orders for extra peace of mind.
Let us know what you think by leaving a review and we’ll make sure this list is regularly updated with Nicokick's top picks too!