I've never dealt with that vendor, so I can't comment on them. If you're concerned with the appearance, i.e. want a show-piece for the office/desk or whatever, shell out the extra bucks....if not, go cheaper. If you want to go really cheap, set up a cooler.

65% beads are what I use. I don't use a hygrometer in the smoking humis anymore, just keep watch on my beads.