Hello Joshua and welcome to the Asylum.
Lighting cigars?  Before I got into the torch lighter, I use to always use those big fat Diamond Kitchen matches.  Nothing wrong with them.  Then I became aware of the Blazer PB-207 and have had no problems with it to date.  Others here will chime in with their favorites too.
Cutting cigars?  For ring gauge 50 - 54, I use a punch.  There're the good old reliable cheapo variety going for around $3.99ea, and cut just as well as a Xikar Twist punch that can cost up around $32.  I think you get a nice draw with a punch cut.
For ring gauge below 50, a Palio cutter is a winner.  Others may dispute, but 

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Nothing wrong with buying in person and great to support your local B&M.  I think there are some items you probably need to see in-person, touch, and try out.  Others you can just go forwards and purchase on-line.
So, thats my 

 and good luck...