BEST LIGHT FOR 55 GALLON AQUARIUM

Umar · Mar 4, 2024

I want the best leds out there for a mixed reef Cade S2/F 900 (900X700X350) (LxWxH). Money isn’t an option just want to buy the best and be done with it

DanyL · Mar 4, 2024

Welcome to R2R!

I join others recommending 2 ReeFi Uno 2.0 Pro.

My frag tank is of a similar size (1070x640x400 mm, excluding the 10cm overflow on the side) and that’s the exact setup I run myself, getting 1008 to 380 PAR top to bottom (SPS dominated) with the 90deg reeflectors with lights mounted 50cm above the tank.

You don’t have to mount them this high though, it’s convenient for me because it is a frag tank, but I also kinda like the looks of it.

The ReeFis is overpowered enough for you to be able to choose between real daylight and blue spectrums, so you can choose whatever spectrum you like after purchasing the light and not before, or even combine them based on schedule like I do.

And no, I wouldn’t even consider adding additional fillers - it’ll be too much imo.

Spare time · Mar 4, 2024

Lots of options. If I had unlimited money, I would combine Kessils with AI blades. This will give you arguably one of the best lighting setups visually and performance wise.

adsf430 · Mar 4, 2024

I'd just get two Radion G6 Blues. If its going to be an acro forest, then two G6 blues with two AI blades in front and back of the tank

Spare time · Mar 4, 2024

I would also look into the ATI stratons. I like the original better due to the diffusers.

twentyleagues · Mar 4, 2024

Umar said:
Thank you so much, So should I go with this ? 2 grow and 1 glow, m gonna buy these.

yes that would cover pretty much everything.
But really really consider the reefi uno 2.0 pros. I have one on my 28"x28"x24" and its pretty great. Blows radions and AI out of the water. I really like the blades to just so much more potential out of the reefi.

Umar · Mar 4, 2024

Spare time said:
Lots of options. If I had unlimited money, I would combine Kessils with AI blades. This will give you arguably one of the best lighting setups visually and performance wise.

You mean 1 AP9X kessil with AI blades?

Jimbhoy13 · Mar 4, 2024

Welcome to R2R. Lots of knowledgeable and helpful people here who will support and advise you when needed.

Umar · Mar 4, 2024

Jimbhoy13 said:
Welcome to R2R. Lots of knowledgeable and helpful people here who will support and advise you when needed.

Thanks and yes really friendly and helpful people

Spare time · Mar 4, 2024

Umar said:
You mean 1 AP9X kessil with AI blades?

I would go with two a360x or a500x and the blades. The a500x is better if you need to mount the lights higher or need a greater par output deeper in the tank.

Umar · Mar 5, 2024

twentyleagues said:
yes that would cover pretty much everything.
But really really consider the reefi uno 2.0 pros. I have one on my 28"x28"x24" and its pretty great. Blows radions and AI out of the water. I really like the blades to just so much more potential out of the reefi.

I agree with you but I checked last night online, it’s hard to get these lights in Saudi Arabia not even online. Brands that are easily available are:
1-aquaillumination
2-Kessil
3-EcoTech Radion
4-ATI

Now from these 4 which will you suggest? And how many? Or any combination

twentyleagues · Mar 5, 2024

I think 3 AI blades 2 grow and 1 glow will work great. They are a little more "flat" in their looks so If you are a fan of shimmer what @Spare time had said would also be a great look and work really well. 2 Kessil a360s and 2 AI grow blades, this would give you all the best in looks, coverage, and par. Kessils look is one of my favorites on a tank. They just need help usually with shadowing and spread. I really wanted to try the Reefi once I had heard about it or I would have gone with a 360 and 2 blades myself.

The only place to really get a Reefi is the website. Its a small states based business. If I were you I'd reach out to @danlu_gt he owns Reefi. I dont know how often he is on here. I looked at the website https://www.reefi-lab.com/ and dont see whether or not he ships international, I dont see why he wouldn't.

ReeferZ1227 · Mar 5, 2024

Umar said:
I agree with you but I checked last night online, it’s hard to get these lights in Saudi Arabia not even online. Brands that are easily available are:
1-aquaillumination
2-Kessil
3-EcoTech Radion
4-ATI

Now from these 4 which will you suggest? And how many? Or any combination

ATI is creme de la creme.

Id probably visit a country where i could get a bunch of reefi unos and get those and bring those back before electing for the other options.

@danlu_gt yall dont ship to Saudi?

Umar · Mar 5, 2024

zzwierzyna said:
ATI is creme de la creme.

Id probably visit a country where i could get a bunch of reefi unos and get those and bring those back before electing for the other options.

@danlu_gt yall dont ship to Saudi?

I guess they do but shipping charges

twentyleagues said:
I think 3 AI blades 2 grow and 1 glow will work great. They are a little more "flat" in their looks so If you are a fan of shimmer what @Spare time had said would also be a great look and work really well. 2 Kessil a360s and 2 AI grow blades, this would give you all the best in looks, coverage, and par. Kessils look is one of my favorites on a tank. They just need help usually with shadowing and spread. I really wanted to try the Reefi once I had heard about it or I would have gone with a 360 and 2 blades myself.

The only place to really get a Reefi is the website. Its a small states based business. If I were you I'd reach out to @danlu_gt he owns Reefi. I dont know how often he is on here. I looked at the website https://www.reefi-lab.com/ and dont see whether or not he ships international, I dont see why he wouldn't.

so I’m gonna buy 2 kessil and A360s and 2 AI grow blades