Empty carts typically cost anywhere between $1 and $10 depending on the brand and materials. Filled dab carts can cost anywhere between $20 for a lower end, half-gram cart, and $100 for a higher-end, full gram cart. Those prices can of course vary, but a pretty standard cost for a full gram, a decent quality cart is around $60 to $80.

It all depends on how much you puff them! If you puff throughout the day, the cart will run out much faster. But if you save it for little moments where you need some peace of mind or other beneficial effects in a pinch, a full gram dab cart can last you weeks.

There are a few things you can try. First, start simple by rubbing it between your hands - the heat may help loosen clogged oil or wax. Next, try a hair dryer on the lowest setting to heat the cart. If that still doesn’t work, you can try placing the cartridge inside of a sealed waterproof zip lock and running it under hot water, which should definitely loosen clogs.

As long as you are buying from a legal dispensary that carries legal, third-party lab-tested dab carts, they should absolutely be safe to smoke. Always be cautious when purchasing from questionably legal shops or even friends and acquaintances as those carts may not be tested and may be unsafe.