Humidity Control Pack Comparison Test Boveda VS Integra Boost Review

If you’re curing or storing plant material (flowers, buds, or other botanical crops), stable relative humidity (RH) can make the difference between a clean cure and a jar that swings too wet or too dry. In this Integra Boost vs Boveda comparison, Nate from Growers House walks through a simple side-by-side test using the same RH target (62%) and the same amount of plant material to see how each two-way humidity pack performs.

Quick Links to the Products in This Test

• View all Integra Boost humidity control packs
• View all Boveda humidity control packs
• Integra pack in this test: 62% (67g) pack
• Boveda pack in this test: 62% (67g) pack

What Humidity Packs Do (And Why Growers Use Them)

If you’re not familiar with humidity control packs, think of them as two-way humidity stabilizers. You place a pack inside a sealed container with plant material. If RH is too high (for example, ~70–80%), the pack pulls moisture down. If RH is too low (for example, ~50%), the pack releases moisture up. The goal is to bring the environment to the pack’s rated setpoint—like a 62% humidity pack—and keep it there, assuming the container size and the amount of plant material are within what the pack can regulate.

That “two-way” behavior matters during curing and storage because it helps reduce day-to-day swings that can affect texture, aroma, and overall consistency. For hydroponic growers curing harvests, stable RH is a practical way to protect the work you put in from crop to cure.

Boveda vs Integra: Product Notes (From the Bench)

Here’s what Nate noticed right away when handling both products:

• Boveda 62% pack: a small packet that feels like it contains liquid.
• Integra Boost 62% pack: feels more like a gel inside.
• Size difference: the Integra pack used here is 67g, while the Boveda pack compared is 60g.

One unique detail: the Integra Boost indicator card. It’s a simple visual cue—when the dot changes color, it’s time to replace the pack. With Boveda, the pack itself transitions from liquid to solid as it runs its course.

Integra Boost vs Boveda Testing Methodology

To keep the test fair, Nate used the same setup on both sides:

• Two jars with the same amount of plant material in each
• One 62% humidity pack per jar (one Boveda, one Integra Boost)
• A humidistat added to measure relative humidity over time
• Plant material mass: 300 grams per jar to keep conditions even

The jars were monitored daily. Like a lot of real-world curing scenarios, RH initially spiked right after the plant material went in, then each pack began bringing RH down toward the target.

Boveda vs Integra Comparison: Test Results

Both jars started out high—around 80% RH on day one—then decreased steadily.

• Time to reach 62% RH: Boveda reached the target in about 2–3 days.
• Integra Boost: took about one day longer to reach 62%.
• Accuracy after stabilization: after 3–4 days, both packs hovered within about 1% of 62% RH.

Bottom line from the data Nate observed: both humidity control packs were very accurate at maintaining their designed RH once stabilized. The main performance difference in this test was speed—Boveda got to 62% a bit sooner.

Differences Between Boveda vs Integra Packs

A few practical differences came up that growers commonly ask about:

1) Speed vs longevity (claimed, and partially tested here)

Nate notes that Integra claims their packs can take a bit longer to reach the target RH but may last slightly longer than Boveda. This specific test period confirmed the “slightly longer to reach target” part (about one day longer for Integra). The longevity question requires a longer observation window, so Nate continued running the packs over months and planned to share updates once fully verified.

2) Indicator and replacement behavior

Integra includes an indicator card that changes color when replacement is needed. Boveda provides a visual cue through the pack’s texture change (liquid to solid) when it’s spent. If you like an easy “at-a-glance” indicator, Integra’s card can be convenient—especially if you don’t always keep a humidistat in every container.

3) Aroma/taste concerns (user feedback and early observations)

One talking point Nate mentions is that some users report a taste or smell change in plant material after long-term use of Boveda packs—specifically that it can mute aroma. Integra’s position is that their packs reduce that risk. Nate’s take from his own use: he understands what some people mean, but he didn’t find it to be a major or consistently obvious difference. After about three weeks using Integra, he didn’t notice a smell change in the plant material.

4) Price (at the time of the discussion)

Nate observed that pricing was fairly close overall, with Integra coming in at roughly ~20% less at the time. For commercial grows or bulk curing workflows, that gap can add up—though pricing can vary over time.

What RH Should You Use: 62% vs 55% for Curing?

Nate highlights a common debate: many growers aim for 62% RH, while others prefer 55% RH during curing and storage. His practical recommendation is to stay in that 55–62% range. Both companies offer multiple RH options (roughly from the mid-80s down to ~50%), but for curing most plant material, focusing on 55% or 62% packs is a sensible starting point.

Storage Tip That Matters: Temperature and Light

Beyond RH, Nate recommends keeping stored plant material in a cool, dark place. Excess heat can cause issues like decarboxylation, meaning essential oils can become prematurely activated—something you generally want to avoid during storage.

If you want additional resources related to environmental control, temperature management is a strong place to start: temperature control considerations.

Key Takeaways for Growers

• Both packs were accurate: after 3–4 days, each stabilized within about 1% of the 62% target.
• Boveda reached 62% faster: about 2–3 days vs. Integra taking about one day longer in this setup.
• Integra’s indicator card is a nice usability feature: especially if you aren’t always running a humidistat.
• RH range guidance: 55–62% is a practical curing window based on the discussion.
• Don’t ignore storage temperature: cool + dark helps protect oils and quality over time.