Updated for 2026 — This article has been reviewed and updated with the latest recommendations.
Best Cigar Ashtrays for Indoor and Outdoor Use
Cigar ashtrays are not the same as cigarette ashtrays. A cigar needs a wider, deeper groove to rest in without rolling off. The bowl needs to be big enough to hold the substantial ash a full-sized cigar produces. And if you smoke outdoors, you need something heavy enough that a gust of wind does not send it tumbling off the table.
A good ashtray is one of those accessories you use every single time you smoke.
It is worth getting one you actually like.
What Makes a Good Cigar Ashtray
Rest grooves: The grooves where your cigar sits should be wide enough to cradle the cigar securely. Most cigar ashtrays have grooves sized for ring gauges between 48 and 60. Some have adjustable or tapered grooves that accommodate a range of sizes. If you smoke mostly thin lanceros or mostly thick 60-ring cigars, check that the grooves match what you actually smoke.
Weight: Heavier is better, especially outdoors.
A lightweight plastic ashtray tips over when you rest a cigar on the edge. A solid ceramic, crystal, or metal ashtray stays put. On a patio or deck with any breeze at all, weight is the difference between a functional ashtray and a mess.
Easy to clean: Cigar ash and tar build up over time. A smooth, non-porous surface wipes clean easily. Textured or porous materials stain and retain odors.
Glass, glazed ceramic, and polished metal are all easy to maintain.
Craftsman's Bench Black Ceramic Ashtray
This is one of the most popular cigar ashtrays sold, and the reason is simple: it works. The black ceramic body is heavy, the four grooves hold cigars securely, and the large bowl catches ash without overflowing. It sits flat and stable on any surface.
The matte black finish looks good in any setting, from a cigar lounge to a backyard patio.
Cleanup is easy since ash wipes right off the glazed ceramic. It handles indoor and outdoor use equally well, though on a particularly windy patio you might want something even heavier.
At around $25 to $30, this is the ashtray to buy if you want something solid and reliable without overthinking it.
Stinky Cigar Ashtray
The name is memorable and so is the design. The Stinky ashtray is a stainless steel design with four deep grooves that grip the cigar at a downward angle toward the center of the bowl. This means even if a cigar burns down to a nub, it falls into the bowl rather than off the edge.
The steel construction makes it virtually indestructible and heavy enough to stay put outdoors.
The finish resists staining and cleans easily with soap and water. It comes in a range of colors and finishes if you care about matching your setup.
The Stinky is a premium option, typically running $40 to $60 depending on the finish. But it is genuinely a buy-it-for-life product. Stainless steel does not chip, crack, or wear out.
Prestige Import Group Crystal Ashtray
If you want an ashtray that doubles as a conversation piece, a crystal ashtray delivers.
The Prestige Import Group makes a polished crystal ashtray with four cigar rests that catches light beautifully and looks at home on a study desk or formal entertaining space.
The weight of solid crystal keeps it firmly in place. The smooth surface is easy to wipe clean, and the material does not absorb odors or stain. The grooves are well-sized for standard ring gauges.
The tradeoff is fragility.
Crystal can chip or crack if dropped, which makes it better suited for indoor use on a stable surface. It is not the ashtray to bring to a tailgate or toss in a cooler. But for home use where aesthetics matter, crystal is hard to beat.
Xikar Ceramic Ashtray
Xikar is known for precision cigar accessories, and their ceramic ashtrays reflect that attention to detail.
The grooves are precisely sized, the ceramic body is thick and heavy, and the design is clean and modern.
The version with two cigar rests is perfect for solo smoking or sharing with one other person. The four-rest version handles a full group. Both are available in several colors to match your setup.
Xikar backs their products with a lifetime warranty, which is unusual for an ashtray but reassuring. The price is moderate, sitting between the budget ceramic options and premium crystal models.
Mantello Patio Ashtray with Windproof Lid
This is the dedicated outdoor option. The Mantello patio ashtray has a deep bowl and a perforated lid that lets smoke through while blocking wind from blowing ash around. It sits on a heavy base with rubber feet that grip surfaces and prevent sliding.
The lid is the key feature. On a breezy patio, an open ashtray turns into an ash launcher. The lid contains everything and makes cleanup much easier since you can carry the closed ashtray to the trash without spilling.
The metal construction handles rain and temperature changes without damage. At under $20, it is the most practical choice for anyone who primarily smokes outdoors. It is not the prettiest ashtray on this list, but it is the most functional in windy conditions by a wide margin.
A Note on Size
Think about how many people you typically smoke with. A single-cigar ashtray is fine if you always smoke alone. But if you regularly host friends for cigars, a four-rest ashtray saves everyone from balancing their cigar on the edge of a drink or laying it on the table.
Having one large communal ashtray works for a group setting. Some people prefer individual ashtrays for each smoker, which keeps things tidier and gives everyone their own space. Either approach works as long as the ash has somewhere proper to go.
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