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The little notch on the side makes lighting the incense much easier without burning my fingers. The ceramic feels weighty and well-made, and it catches the ash perfectly.

Finally, a holder heavy enough that my cat can't knock it over — the brass base is substantial. The stick sits at the perfect angle too, no dripping ash on my table.

Finally found a holder that doesn't tip over when the stick gets heavy—the base is surprisingly wide and weighted, so it stays planted. The matte ceramic finish also wipes clean easily after a few spills.

I was skeptical about this holder’s unusual shape, but the way it catches the smoke and lets it trail out slowly is actually mesmerizing. The ceramic feels surprisingly heavy and smooth, and it makes my usual cones last a few minutes longer.

I was a bit skeptical about the ash-catching groove at first, but it really keeps the surface clean. The matte finish feels nice under my fingers, though I wish it had a slightly wider base for stability.

The ash collects neatly in the dish without scattering, which is a relief. I do wish the holder was just a tad heavier so it wouldn't tip as easily with longer sticks, but it looks great on my shelf.

I wasn't sure about the open design at first, but the ash actually falls neatly into the tray instead of scattering everywhere. The ceramic feels substantial and the subtle matte finish looks great on my desk. Only wish the slot were a tiny bit deeper for thicker sticks.

The carved grooves really hold the stick steady as it burns, which is a nice change from my usual setup. Only wish the finish was a bit more matte, but it still looks good on my shelf.

It’s a nice-looking ceramic piece, but the hole for the incense stick is a bit too wide, so the stick doesn’t always stand straight. The design is clean and modern, though.