What's the best hygrometer out there?

[04EDGE40]

I'm in the market for a new hygrometer. The old round Xikars that I have are always a little out of whack, but since I've used Boveda for a while now I never cared to upgrade.

Now that my collection is growing I would like to get something a little more accurate for my peace of mind.

What do you guys recommend that is accurate and not too expensive?

[Horseshoe]

Won't XiKar swap them out if they are out of wack? Just curious.

[jp1979]

I like the Xikars but only the calibratible (sp) ones.

[04EDGE40]

Well these are the "calibratable" type that none ever read the same. So it's not so much a flaw as it is that's the nature of the beast.

[Jordan23]

You'll get a range of answers on this, Collin. Some will say only the NIST certified hygrometers are worth buying. Myself, I use a small round one from quality importers and this cheapie from Walley World (http://www.walmart.com/ip/AcuRite-Di...nitor/16888914).

I change batteries regularly and they've done me just fine so far.

[Indyhp]

I've had really good luck with two different Caliber IV R that I've bought. One was spot on out of the box, the other I had to tweak 1%.

[Browns7213]

I've had really good luck with two different Caliber IV R that I've bought. One was spot on out of the box, the other I had to tweak 1%.

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[Chadderkdawg]

http://www.cheaphumidors.com/hygrome...ygrometer.html

CH has a discount code available too.

[SmokinSpider]

I just have one of those little round adjustable ones with the red diamond button. I keep telling myself once it dies or gets too far off I will replace it, but after a few years it keeps within spec tested both with the salt and Boveda.

I will replace it with http://www.theweatherstore.com/nicedihy.html
Price isn't bad considering how much time and money I wasted testing cheapies.

[Coasty]

I have a number of electronic hygrometers and none are trust worthy. They are consistent showing the wrong rh. The analog type are my choice. Give them all a salt test every few months. Once their set they all (have about 10) seem to stay close +/- 3 to 4 rh.