Best hob skimmer

rarelyseriousb · Apr 29, 2013

sredzins said:
I'm in the same debate on which hob to get because I don't have a sump. A big thing I hear is that hob skimmers some times over flow and the aquamaxx has an over flow precaution which you might want to consider

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That is one thing I saw and liked.

rarelyseriousb · Apr 29, 2013

MadCityReefer said:
Have both the Remora-S and Reef Octopus bh100 both work well but if I had to choose one over the other I would vote for the Reef Octopus

It is nice to here from someone who has both!

carlosR · Apr 30, 2013

I just replaced my in the sump skimmer, a vertex I think, with my old Deltec HOB. I'm loving it, it is so much quieter. I'd check out the used equipment classifieds and you can find a good deal on a lot more skimmer for the money than a new one. That's how I got into the Deltec. It's been a couple of years on my other tank and still works like a champ. Definitely go for a quiet skimmer.

oceanparadise1 · Apr 30, 2013

You can get a brand new octo bh-100 for 139 shipped with free shipping from www.thatpetplace.com. Great deal.

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buddythelion · Apr 30, 2013

I have the aquamaxx-hob and love it.

jesterisdead · Apr 30, 2013

I have a new in box AquaC Remora Pro with overflow adaptor and Magdrive 3 pump I can sell you for $125 plus shipping.

DAPG8GT · Apr 30, 2013

Reef octopus BH90. It will Rock your tank. It's a cone skimmer and has all the features of top tier skimmers. Runs my 12 year old overstocked 45 gal like a dream.

I've had the remora also it's a good skimmer but IMO doesn't compare to the BH90. It's dead quiet and pulls some serious crap. It's under $200 also.

backpack · Apr 30, 2013

I have a reef octopus bh2000 and it was good. I liked the external pump becuase snails always jumped in.way easier to clean.

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jesterisdead · Apr 30, 2013

Is there a way to edit or delete a post?

rarelyseriousb · Apr 30, 2013

Wow thanks for all the input. I have some things to consider. Keep this thread going. What hob do you like. I will check the classified and look for a deal. I am very appreciative of the input.

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