Does anyone have experience with either of these Humi's?

[jonumberone]

I've had a CI desktop for about 8 years, with none of the problems listed by Bill.
It is only a 100 ct, which means it holds about 60 sticks.
I have never had a cooler, as they don't appeal to me.
Bill is right about you outgrowing it much faster than you anticipate.
If you want a desktop over a cooler, go for it.
There are plenty of people like me, who have used cheaper desktops without issues, for many years.

[14holestogie]

I've got to agree with Dom. I've had / have a number of "cheap" humidors and of the 8 I have, only one (glass top) has given me issues holding rh, and even that was repairable. The El Diablo was my first about 10 years ago, although it was called something else back then. No problems whatsoever. Also have one resembling the Treasure Dome. Again, great for what I need it for.

That being said, coolers are the way to go when you want to start collecting by the boxful. Got 2 of them as well.

[Drez]

Originally Posted by jonumberone

I've had a CI desktop for about 8 years, with none of the problems listed by Bill.
It is only a 100 ct, which means it holds about 60 sticks.
I have never had a cooler, as they don't appeal to me.
Bill is right about you outgrowing it much faster than you anticipate.
If you want a desktop over a cooler, go for it.
There are plenty of people like me, who have used cheaper desktops without issues, for many years.

I also have a couple cheap humis and they work great.

another option would be a big tupperware container. i use a couple with great results and are very cheap (5-10 bucks)