Single travel joints and multi-pack “minis” both promise an easy, no-fuss way to elevate a weekend getaway—but they deliver value in different ways. For shoppers trying to make the most of a tight budget (and limited suitcase space), it helps to look at how each option really performs once price, potency, and trip plans are factored in.

Pre-rolls in general are booming. Industry data shows they were the fastest-growing cannabis product category from 2023 to 2024, generating more than $4.1 billion in sales and 394 million units during that period. That growth is being driven by two formats: classic single 1-gram joints and multi-packs of half-gram or mini pre-rolls.

What singles actually offer

A single 1-gram pre-roll in most U.S. markets runs somewhere around $5–$15, depending on quality and whether it’s infused. Singles remain the single most popular pre-roll size, accounting for more than 40% of all pre-roll units sold across major markets.

For travelers, singles shine when:

• Testing new brands and strains – Buying one joint is a low-risk way to see how a cultivar feels before committing to several grams.
• Stepping up to premium or infused options – If someone wants that $20 infused joint dripping in rosin, it can be smarter to buy one “hero” product instead of an entire pricey pack.
• Light-consumption weekends – If the plan is a hike, a nice dinner, and a joint on the balcony, a single or two might be plenty.

The trade-off is cost efficiency. On a per-gram basis, singles are usually more expensive than multi-packs, especially in tourist-heavy markets.

Where multi-packs win on value

Multi-packs of pre-rolls—commonly five half-gram joints totaling 2.5 grams—have exploded in popularity. In some markets they now make up nearly half of all pre-roll sales and have seen multi-year growth in share.

While sticker prices are higher (think $35–$50 per pack in many legal states), the price per joint and per gram can be 10–20% lower than buying comparable singles. For a weekend getaway, that value shows up in a few ways:

• Built-in portion control – Half-gram “shorties” are perfect for quick sessions between activities without overdoing it.
• Shareability for group trips – Everyone can have their own joint instead of passing one around a big circle.
• Strain variety – Some multi-packs include curated flights, letting travelers compare effects across several strains in one purchase.

Consumers do pay a premium for convenience and packaging, but for anyone planning multiple sessions across a two- or three-day trip, multi-packs often deliver more usable value than piecing together several singles.

So which is the better value for a weekend away?

For most travelers, “value” isn’t just about the cheapest option—it’s getting the right amount of cannabis, in the right format, with minimal waste.

• Choose singles if the plan is light consumption, exploring new strains, or splurging on a special infused joint.
• Choose multi-packs if the weekend includes several sessions, a group of friends, or a desire to stretch the budget further on a per-joint basis.

Layer in local deals, loyalty programs, and daily specials, and shoppers can often grab a premium multi-pack for only slightly more than the cost of a couple of singles.

The bottom line: singles are ideal for curated moments; multi-packs are the workhorses for busy, social weekends. The “better value” depends on how much someone plans to actually spark up once the getaway begins.