As with any hobby, it is typically best to start small when it comes to collecting cigars. This is by no means a poor man's passion project, and the sheer cost of procuring and maintaining a sizable cigar collection can be jaw-dropping if you tally up the overall cost.
But for beginners, who are just now getting into smoking cigars, ease of maintenance, portability, reliability, and performance are just as important as affordability when it comes to humidors. Furthermore, there really isn't a "one size fits all" humidor. So finding the right cigar storage unit that meets certain needs and aesthetic preferences is pretty damn important for beginners.
With all of these things in mind, we decided to narrow things down, all in the hopes of determining what the best humidor for beginners was. What we came up with wasn't un, but three clever cigar humidors, all very different from the next. Two of which were destined to be top picks, with the third being added later as an "honorable mention."
That said, all three humidors have their own unique style and performance perks, are affordable and easy to maintain, and come with loads of positive reviews from our Klaro customers. So, let's get to it, shall we?
The MAG: A Classic Desktop Humidor Reimagined
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For those in search of a traditional desktop humidor design, the Klaro MAG is the clear first choice for beginners looking to get into the cigar game. Available in either a classic walnut finish or a covert "Black Ops" color, this mini-yet-mighty desktop humidor has almost all of the same features as our full-size humidors, but in an easy-to-manage configuration.
Real Spanish cedar inlays, a thick, magnetically sealed glass top, an integrated Klaro hygrometer (with the option to upgrade to our patented Klaro Valet smart hygrometer), ultra-thick sidewalls and lid, and a super tight seal all make the MAG one of our best-selling small humidors. Each unit also comes with our clever Hydro Channel humidification system, which doubles as a divider for keeping your smokes separated and categorized.
Here are a few quick facts on the MAG that make it our top choice as the best humidor for beginners:
- Most Spanish Cedar in the Segment
When it comes to wood, thickness matters. While our competitors are busy pushing humidors with Cèdre espagnol inlays that are little more than 0.2mm thick in most cases, each MAG humidor features a full 5mm of the stuff within the chamber and lid. This extra-thick layer of Spanish cedar not only helps absorb, store, and release moisture to regulate and boost humidity levels, but it also smells sensational.
- The Hydro Channel
Perfect humidity levels year-round are easier to achieve than ever thanks to the Canal Hydro from Klaro. This vertically stacked humidification unit features perforated holes at the top and sides to encourage even layers of evaporation in the open space above the cigars, resulting in all areas of the MAG humidor’s interior receiving moist air. Additionally, each Canal Hydro features a tapered base, which allows it to double as a divider for cigars.
- Perfectly Proportioned for Beginners
Fully loaded, the MAG can hold anywhere between 20–40 cigars, depending upon their size, or vitola. These are impressive figures for something so small. Additionally, this allows ample space for beginners to stock up on stogies, without feeling overwhelmed by complex cigar rotation requirements.
- Digital Hygrometer Accuracy
Accurate and easy-to-read, each MAG comes with a gasket-sealed digital hygrometer that is wall-mounted and shows temp levels from any angle. Upgrading to the aforementioned Klaro Valet smart hygrometer is super easy too, as the stock unit can be quickly popped out and swapped for the app-connected device.
- An All-In-One Cigar Humidor Starter Kit
Every MAG comes with everything you need to get rolling, with two different types of Klaro's specially formulated SOLUTION POUR HUMIDOR, the Canal Hydro, one of our digital hygrometers, and easy-to-follow seasoning and start-up instructions.
The Smoke Can: A 50 Cal Ammo Box Turned Humidor
Another outstanding option for new cigar smokers who are in the market for their first humidor is The Smoke Can. This repurposed piece of military gear is about as bulletproof as it gets, and comes locked and loaded with some seriously creative internal mods.
The Smoke Can is also incredibly practical in that il quite literally can be taken anywhere, and thanks to its airtight seal and solid steel construction, it will not be influenced by the elements. This makes our rugged little cigar travel humidor the ideal option for new cigar smokers looking to take their newfound hobby with them to the beach or out on the lake for the weekend. Furthermore, packing and moving est a breeze with this bad boy, as it quite literally can get tossed in a box without a second thought in regard to its safety.
- Military-Spec Street Cred
Constructed from a genuine repurposed M2A1 50 Cal ammo can, The Smoke Can can take a beating and still maintain steady humidity levels year-round. While outdoor enthusiasts will certainly appreciate this humidor's waterproof properties and impenetrable sidewalls, new cigar smokers will love how low-maintenance this unit is. Humidity fluctuations in this unit rarely occur, and to this day, The Smoke Can remains our top pick for being the best humidor for dry climates.
- Operation Humidification & Monitoring
Tucked beneath the upper cedar basket within the humidor is a metal tray for holstering a humidity pack, with a pre-programmed digital hygrometer in a matching Black Ops metal holder up top. Need a bit more humidity? Slap a second humidity pack beneath the bottom cedar tray, or insert a Canal Hydro if you require a bigger bump in moist air inside.
- Spanish Cedar Function & Form
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- Magnetized Modular Accessory Pouch is Go!
Like any cigar smoker, beginners also need a place to safely store their stogie accessories. That is why each Smoke Can includes a ballistic nylon-clad magnetic accessory pouch. This allows you to safely stow your Klaro cutter and torch lighter inside the unit when not needed, and slap the pouch on the outside for easy access when it's time to fire up a stick or two around the campfire.
- Compact Footprint, Spacious Cigar Storage
Despite its small stature, the 50 Cal Smoke Can is able to house close to 60 robusto size cigars, depending upon their ring gauge, of course. Impressive numbers for something so slim, with numerous people reporting that the humidor continues to regulate humidity perfectly, even when loaded down with cigars.
The Cylindor: P
Finally, we come to the "honorable mention" in today's little best cigar storage for beginners suggestion box: The Cylindor.
Unlike the previous humidor, which quite literally is bulletproof, this glass unit is engineered with shelf appeal and transparent cigar display purposes in mind. Part conversation piece, part purposeful cigar storage vessel, this is one of those products that looks just as fantastic as it performs.
- Fully Integrated Hygrometer
Chaque Cylindor features an internal hygrometer that has been positioned right in the center of the cigar divider. Not only does this location ensure more accurate humidity read-outs while reducing the risk of gasket seal issues, but it is also easy to read from almost any angle. Additionally, each hygrometer comes with temperature and battery level read-outs, so you know what's going on inside at all times.
- Hermetically Sealed for Your Smoking Pleasure
Chaque Cylindor contains a hermetic airtight seal and a silicone gasket lock for added security. This makes it one of our most popular humidor options for beginner cigar smokers, as it does not leak and locks tight every time. So no more worrying about whether your humidor lid closed all the way or not!
- Divide & Conquer
Our unique divider system allows smokers to organize cigars by brand, bleTo access your collection, merely grab the handles atop the divider, lift up, snag a stogie, and then slide the divider back down inside.
- Additional Design Perks
Le Klaro Cylindor blends style with functionality, starting up top with the Acacia wood lid, with its ergonomic handle for easy opening. Inside each unit, you will find a thick Spanish cedar puck at the bottom for added aromatics and for adding extra humidity as needed. Meanwhile, underneath it all, there is a silicone base for protecting surfaces from scratches and preventing the humidor from toppling over.
Bouffées d'adieu
Starting a cigar collection is an exciting, time-consuming, expensive endeavor. Having the right humidor at the ready is just as important, if not more vital, than the sticks that you stuff inside. Which is precisely why having a variety of different options at the ready is so crucial.
Everyone has their own aesthetic preferences when it comes to humidors, and oftentimes, performance requirements. That is why each of the cigar humidors listed above comes Klaro tested and approved for new cigar smokers looking to up their stogie storage game. Now all that needs to be done is for you to decide which of the three units we just covered is right for you and your cigar-collecting needs.
