Top 10 Best Cigar Cutters To Buy Online For Every Budget & Cigar Size

1. Xikar XO [Original Cutter]

Overview

For the highest-quality cutters, Xikar’s has some excellent offerings. The Xikar XO is a breathtaking device and a special addition to the cigar cutting family.

Their complex yet minimalist circular design is a pleasure to hold in the palm of the hand. It feels solid and weighty and the blades flick open at the push of a button. When the blades are closed again, they lock in position, which avoids accidental cuts when carrying them in your pocket.

The stainless steel blades cut beautifully well. Thanks to their patent pending planetary gear system, they slide cleanly in harmony with little effort. Although they’re advertised to cut up to a 64 ring gauge, you could probably snip a 70. However, you may struggle as the thick frame will make it hard to squeeze a large cigar in there.

Furthermore, it comes with a lifetime guarantee. This is handy in case the complex mechanism ever fails on you. All you have to do is fill out a form on the Xikar site and send it to be repaired.

We have several XO cutters and we’ve used them for a number of years. We also recently discovered that they also make very convenient cigar rests. When the cutter is open, each wing holds a cigar quite well. This can be pretty handy if the ashtray is crowded or if you just want to take a snazzy photo.

Also note that the black XO does have a slight tendency for its paint wear with heavy use as can be seen in the photo above.

Finally, at $80 on Amazon, the XO is indeed on the pricey side. However, it’s well worth it and thanks to the quality and guarantee, you may never need another cutter.

2. Xikar MTX Multi-Tool [Our Favorite]

Overview

For those looking for absolute cutting precision, we recommend premium cigar scissors. Unlike those kept in your kitchen drawer, these fine blades are made from HRC57 stainless steel.

Held by a lightweight and ergonomic body, the scissor blades neatly fold for safe storage and transportation. This avoids accidental snips from the scissors opening in your pocket or bag.

The newer model also includes a screw driver, which allows you to adjust the frame height for better cutting. Being a multi-tool, the scissors feature a small screwdriver for adjusting lighter flames, a cigar poker for any hard draws as well as a handy bottle opener.

Although it’s a little hard to master at first, you’ll realise their potential after a few tries. They’re incredibly sharp and while you can use them just for straight cuts, you can also preen and shape the head.

This allows you to customise the draw to your liking. Furthermore, if you’re careful you could probably use these to cut anything larger than its suggested 58 gauge maximum.

Additionally, the open blades make them much easier to sharp, which means that they can last you a lifetime. Speaking of which, they come with a lifetime guarantee.

Finally, while they are on the higher-end of the scale in terms of pricing, they’re well worth the investment if you can find one.

If it wasn’t for its occasional absence in stores, the Xikar MTX be our first pick! Indeed, they tend to sell out quickly and restocking can take a while.  Therefore, make sure that you check Amazon’s stocks frequently to grab yourself a pair if they’re available. You won’t be disappointed by their performance.

3. Colibri SV [V-Cutter]

Overview

For those that prefer a V-cut in their cigar, it’s always a challenge to find a good quality option. Fortunately, the Colibri offers one of the best V-cuts available. Featuring an ergonomic design and spring-loaded release, this cutter makes the difficult cut a breeze.

Furthermore, it also offers double-guillotine straight cut on the other side. Therefore, you essentially have the choice between two cuts at any given time! This particular model is ideal for cutting both figurado cigars or those with larger gauges. For instance, figurados such as torpedoes need a small opening so this will an ideal cut if not too deep.

Although it only comes with a 2 year warranty, it’s made using high quality materials and craftsmanship. In fact, we’ve been using ours for many years and the v-cut blade has yet to dull with regular use.

Similarly, you’ll be able to cut anything up to an 80 RG. Simply test the draw and if it’s too tight, you can do another cut at a perpendicular angle. Usually, V-cutters are notoriously hard to master. However, this one is very easy to use successfully and cleanly cuts rather than crushes your cigar cap.

Finally, the Colibri V-cutter offers exceptional value. You can buy this particular model for around $75 on Amazon.

4. S.T. Dupont Cutter Stand [Novel Cutter]

Overview

Combining their celebrated construction quality and a novel concept, S.T. Dupont have produced this excellent cutter for those who have a penchant for cigar stands. Thanks to an in-built hinge, this cigar cutter can be easily swivelled into an eye-catching cigar stand.

This makes it pretty convenient if others are hogging the ashtray or if you like taking candid photos of your sticks. Nevertheless, it’s not awkward to use and you’ll find that you won’t be catching your skin every time you try to use it.

5. Victorinox Cigar 79 [Multi-Tool Cutter]

Overview

With more popular cigar cutting pocket knives on social media, Victorinox’s intuitive creation is often overlooked. However, it tends to excel where the other models fail.

In our experience, cigar cutting pocket knives tend to crush and damage a cigar rather than a clean cut. Meanwhile, Victorinox has created a genuinely practical and convenient pocket knife that is capable of giving you a clean cigar cut every time.

Instead of designing a multi-purpose blade that will cut the cigar, Victorinox has taken advantage of its tried-and-tested concept by making a separate tool. Furthermore, it’s Swiss-made so you can rest assured on the build quality.

There are two models available: The smaller 36 and the larger 79. We have a preference for the 79, which features more tools and is available on Amazon for around $60.

6. Colibri Quasar [Stylish Table Top Cutter]

Overview

For something a little different, why not consider a table top cutter? There are plenty of well-known models available, including another listed below. However, it’s the Colibri Quasar that has truly captured our hearts!

This beautifully-constructed cutter looks great on your desk and closes shut when not used thanks to a convenient spring mechanism. It’s quite heavy too so it will unlikely slip off your desk by accident.

With a simple push, it slides open and then you can use either its V or double guillotine blades. If you enjoy the occasional cigar in your office or study, this is our top pick. Bear in mind, though, that its reservoir is quite small so you might want to consider the Scorpion below if you welcome many guests at a time.

Finally, it’s a bit pricier too, and comes in at $150 on Amazon. However, we feel that it’s a very good investment for the quality and design.

7. S.T. Dupont Maxijet Cutter [Premium]

Overview

The Maxijet by S.T. Dupont is a classic cigar cutter that has been around for a number of years. An overall well-crafted double-guillotine cutter, it’s composed of visible stainless steel and glossy lacquer components.

We’ve owned and used a couple over the course of our cigar adventures and we’ve yet to be let down. Although there are more unique and exciting cutters around on the market, it’s one of our favourite options if you’re looking for a dressy and elegant cutter to take to special events.

Needless to say, they’re a bit on the pricey side. However, it’s a good investment as they last for many years. These days, they fetch for around $110 on Amazon. You can also find the matching lighter so you have a complete set.

8. Scorpion [Classic Table Top Cutter]

Overview

If you’re regularly hosting fellow cigar smokers either at the office or at home, the Scorpion table top cutter is an ideal addition. Unlike the Quasar, it’s much larger with a deeper reserve for cuttings. As a result, it’s more welcoming for a greater number of guests.

Made from heavy-duty metal, it’s also an attractive decorative item that sits well on any coffee table or desk. Furthermore, it features four different sizes in order to make short work of any cigar.

The two large sizes should be able to cut cigars of a ring gauge up to around 80. Meanwhile, the smaller size is perfect for more common Robustos and Coronas. Meanwhile, a v-cut option is available in each of the sizes for a little variety.

Rather than passing around a typical cutter, the Scorpion is a superb alternative, which offers a more grandiose and exclusive experience when shared. At around $50 on Amazon, it also offers great value for money given its build quality.

9. Alaska Bear Steel Cutter [Under $10]

Overview

Normally we wouldn’t recommend that you skimp on a decent cutter. After all, cigars aren’t cheap so why try to save a few bucks on a cutter? However, if you’re really hard up or you’re looking for a budget option for whatever reason, there are options.

We’re particularly fond of the Alaska Bear double bladed guillotine. It’s a sturdily-built all-metal cutter with sharp blades enclosed by rivets. It performs very well and gives you a clean cut on even stubborn cigars.

Furthermore, the blades are fixed tightly against one another. Therefore, they are able to slightly self-sharpen through friction. The opening will allow anything up to a 60 ring gauge, which should be enough for the majority of common sizes.

Naturally, they aren’t as sharp as the other premium models on this list. However, there is nothing at there that cuts as well as these around the same price point. In fact, you can buy these for as little as $9.99 on Amazon.com!

10. Prestige Punch Cutter [Keychain]

Overview

Some people love the convenience of a punch cutter while others aren’t huge fans. Nevertheless, it’s worth owning at least one so it’s handy on your keychain. After all, you never know when you might find yourself having a cheeky cigar!

This particular model by Prestige Imports Groups ticks all the boxes. It’s spring-loaded so you can push out the circular blade when needed, which pops back in, discarding the scrap tobacco in the process, at the press of a button.

Not only is it small and easy to carry but punch cutters can are quite versatile. For instance, if you have a cigar with a ring gauge that’s too large for your guillotine cutter, several holes with the punch cutter will work nicely instead.