Alternative Menorahs: Minimal or Digital?

We were cruising the MoMA store website with the intention of writing about a set of lovely glass ornaments we just received as a gift when this LED Menorah caught our attention. It reminded us of another alternative we saw last year — the portable Hanukit. We love so many elements of each one, it would be hard to decide between the two...

The LED Motherboard Menorah is great because of its clean lines and concept for longevity. If your not into fire, this one is for you. Weigh in on the Hot or Not over at Re-Nest or check out this DIY version on Unplggd.

We love the Reddish Hanukit for its simplicity and its elevation of the match to the center of attention. We're suckers for a little fire and the "after" picture makes this hard to resist.

Which do you prefer?

For more Menorah inspiration check out this Top 10 List here on AT.

Comments (6)

Definitely not impressed with the digital version.

posted by Kathryn on December 10th 2008 at 4:15pm
view Kathryn's profile

Ha! I love the the match menorah! I have one that uses birthday candles at home. Love it!

posted by JSward on December 10th 2008 at 4:21pm
view JSward's profile

Are they special matches? I love the simple match menorah but it's too bad it probably wouldn't burn for the recommended/required 30 minutes.

posted by airportwithaview on December 10th 2008 at 4:25pm
view airportwithaview's profile

The match menorah is very beautiful and simple, but I have to agree with airportwithaview; if your intent is to light the menorah in accordance with true tradition, the candles have to burn for at least 30 min. You'd be lucky to get 30 seconds burn time with this ;)

posted by thefayga on December 10th 2008 at 4:48pm
view thefayga's profile

For simple glass cubes works-

http://shop.thejewishmuseum.org/jmuseum/product.asp?s_id=0&prod_name=Glass Cubes Menorah and Hanukkah Candle Set&pf_id=PAAAIABFPBLAHIDB&dept_id=3308

posted by LoriSF on December 10th 2008 at 5:27pm
view LoriSF's profile

I like them both!

posted by als1 on December 10th 2008 at 5:38pm
view als1's profile