I'm in the process of trying to find a humidor in the $800-$1500 range and their are just way to many options. Hope these links help a little. The set and forget system looks cool it automatically operates two fans in the unit as required. It looks like the decision of which unit to purchase is based on weather you want to keep the unit for 5-10 years or a life time along with your budget and storage requirements. I wounder what the units are built out of when they don't say, most likely particle board. Here is a couple of paragraphs I found on a comparison site.
"One of the issues I have found is what the damn things are made of. Wood, yes. Cedar lined, yes. But from the doors to the top to the rest of the thing, you could be dealing with everything from solid walnut to veneered medium density fiberboard(MDF) to particleboard. The type of MDF that most use is Medex, which is certainly a good choice from a structural perspective. However, it is not solid wood. Keep in mind that
all wood construction is not the same as
solid wood construction.
That being said, many claim that Medex is actually a superior material for humidor construction, as it is more tolerant of fluctuations in temperature and humidity than solid wood. It is more tolerant of humidity fluctuations, and all but two of the vendors in this chart use Medex or a similar MDF. Others agree about the tolerance of Medex, but note that the construction of solid wood humidors, using mortises, dados, and dovetails, typically means that the structures can tolerate these fluctuations, without failing like glues can. Also, solid wood can withstand dings, scratches, and dents much better than any MDF." Watch out for anything with a particle board frame it will swell over time and loose it's seal.
Here is a link that compares the construction of several of the humidors, most of them are end table size.
http://morrisxp.cstcis.cti.depaul.edu/humidorguide.html Some of the more expensive units include humidification systems. Instead of having to buy two Cigar Oasis at $110 each and a couple of fans, you can purchase a Aristocrat These includes a set and forget system that retails for $299 and includes a reservoir and two fans. The shipping on the aristocrats is about the same as the tower of power about $125-$150.
I believe CBID and Cigar international are the same company
Tower of Power
Dimensions: 72ââ¬Â x 23ââ¬Â x 17ýââ¬Â
16.77 S.F. C-Bid $699 + 2 Cigar Oasis $220 = $920
- Holds 2,000+ cigars
- Dual-pane tempered beveled glass door
- 1 glass hygrometer
- 4 shelves (3 adjustable) for box storage
- 8 drawers for single storage
- 4 removable trays with dividers
- Lined with premium kiln-dried Spanish cedar
- Gold-plated lock & key, knob and hidden piano hinges
- Engrave able brass nameplate
- Rich oak finish
- External dimensions: 72ââ¬Â x 23ââ¬Â x 17ýââ¬Â
Aristocrat Plus 48"
Dimensions:
[size=2]22" wide x 48" high x 25" [/size]
[size=3]15.27 S.F. 50-60 boxes $1,349[/size]
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1 Each full extension drawers: Capacity 200-300 loose cigars
3 adjustable shelves
Glass or flat panel wood door
Lock and 2 keys
Digital Set and Forget Humidification included
[size=-1]Set & Forget with M-L humidifier 1.0 quart
capacity.
Shown with optional remote fans for difficult
to reach areas. While up to 5 additional fans
may be used, it is recommended that cabinet
air flow design be reconsidered before using
more than one or two additional fans.
It has been our observation over the long
term, that proper air flow design is
preferable to adding multiple
electromechanical devices .
x-small size-$269.00 2.1" x 3.2" x 3.1"
small size- $279.00 3.2"x 4.5"x 3.5"
Link to just about every Humidor vendor online[/size][/size]
[size=2]http://www.cigargroup.com/weblist/hum.htm[/size]
[size=2]Here is another of there units for $1,299
I like the pull out drawer on this one.
[size=-1]The Aristocrat M Cabinet Humidor is for maximum storage in a bookcase footprint. A combination of the unparalleled precision of computerized cutting technology & old fashioned hand craftsmanship & finishing.
The net result is an exquisite piece of furniture & an outstanding humidor at an affordable price.
*Digital Set & Forget Electronic humidification is standard.
*Tempered glass door is standard.
*
Dimensions-38"W x 17"D x 36" H
*Capacity 300 loose cigars, 50+ Boxes.
Here are a couple of pics of a Aristocrat M from a gallery on Cigar Weekley. Notice the drawer in the top of the cabinet in the first photo.[/size][/size]