Do I need a apex in my life?

[Whitey1973]

I am contemplating buying the new Apex controller ( although here in the uk we don't get the new power bar!!!!) do I really need one? I rally can't make my mind up, what are the pros and cons? Please give me some advice on what you think

 

[Brew12]

I am contemplating buying the new Apex controller ( although here in the uk we don't get the new power bar!!!!) do I really need one? I rally can't make my mind up, what are the pros and cons? Please give me some advice on what you think

Pro's? Too many to list.
Con's? Once you have one you will wonder how you ever did without it.

 

[Jason mack]

Yes and so do I

 

[Bj’s Reef]

I went years without one. There is so much you can do with it. Once you have it setup you will find that it makes all sorts of task easier. Water changes, light programming etc. not to mention having the ability to monitor your tank from anywhere. As mentioned above if you get one you will not want to setup a tank without it.

 

[Idoc]

While you are at it, take a look at the GHL Prolifux 4 controller. GHL is a German company and seems quite popular in Europe.

 

[Rufus’ goofs]

When I get a controller (if ever), it will be a profilux.

 

[Jason mack]

When I get a controller (if ever), it will be a profilux.

May I ask why you prefer this too the apex ... just curious!!!

 

[Rufus’ goofs]

May I ask why you prefer this too the apex ... just curious!!!

Just appears to be a cleaner system to me.
I like the look better, and I don't really like having several screens.
I'm sure there are ways around that with the apex.

Also, the quality of German made products has really astounded me at times.

 

[Idoc]

May I ask why you prefer this too the apex ... just curious!!!

I can't give you a personal experience yet since I'm just inbound the process of setting my system up! But, several months ago, I was researching controllers like crazy. My searching resulted in me finding no complaints Abbott the GHL systems and do many problems with the Apex... so, I ordered the GHL Profilux 4 system... still in the box right now, lol. But, one thing I liked was that its almost all in one controller... no need for all those additional modules that Apex ends up making you buy to do the same thing. Plus, those already using the GHL who have also used Apex in the past prefer the GHL system. Another plus is the ease of usr of programming the GHL which uses drop down menus where Apex requires actual writing lines of code. The GHL cones with the 4 major probes as well. One downside I see array though is the GHL only had 6 outlets on their power bar where I believe Apex has 8. Definitely worth the time to look into the GHL system.

 

[Killer Karma]

I just bought the new apex controller and while setup was not exactly easy it required no code. Further it does come with the 4 major probes counter to what Idoc said. I also enjoy the ability to add the extra modules, I'm running the doser which is extremely well made and runs with no noise and is accurate. All in all I can't imagine going back to not having the apex after getting it running smoothly.

 

[Rufus’ goofs]

I can't give you a personal experience yet since I'm just inbound the process of setting my system up! But, several months ago, I was researching controllers like crazy. My searching resulted in me finding no complaints Abbott the GHL systems and do many problems with the Apex... so, I ordered the GHL Profilux 4 system... still in the box right now, lol. But, one thing I liked was that its almost all in one controller... no need for all those additional modules that Apex ends up making you buy to do the same thing. Plus, those already using the GHL who have also used Apex in the past prefer the GHL system. Another plus is the ease of usr of programming the GHL which uses drop down menus where Apex requires actual writing lines of code. The GHL cones with the 4 major probes as well. One downside I see array though is the GHL only had 6 outlets on their power bar where I believe Apex has 8. Definitely worth the time to look into the GHL system.

Yeah that. All of that. Totally what I meant to say.;Joyful

 

[Mal11224]

I went back and forth about getting the apex controller and I can definitely say that I am glad I got it. It has saved me from disaster on several occasions. Also, I recently went on vacation for a week and used the app to closely monitor my tank and make adjustments as needed. When I came back after a weeks long vacation, everything was good to go. I was able to adjust feedings, check my ato and keep an eye on my ph, salinity, etc.. there is just so much you can do with the apex and in my opinion, worth every penny.

 

[jmt1030]

The answer is simple...YES.

 

[Jason mack]

Neptune apex is made just a few Miles from Where i live in Holland ( just found out )

I can't give you a personal experience yet since I'm just inbound the process of setting my system up! But, several months ago, I was researching controllers like crazy. My searching resulted in me finding no complaints Abbott the GHL systems and do many problems with the Apex... so, I ordered the GHL Profilux 4 system... still in the box right now, lol. But, one thing I liked was that its almost all in one controller... no need for all those additional modules that Apex ends up making you buy to do the same thing. Plus, those already using the GHL who have also used Apex in the past prefer the GHL system. Another plus is the ease of usr of programming the GHL which uses drop down menus where Apex requires actual writing lines of code. The GHL cones with the 4 major probes as well. One downside I see array though is the GHL only had 6 outlets on their power bar where I believe Apex has 8. Definitely worth the time to look into the GHL system.

thank you ! Thats was Some good advice and Very insightful !!

 

[Whitey1973]

Well I've made my mind up thanks for everyone's input... I've ordered the apex!! Hurry up Mr postman

 

[jmt1030]

Well I've made my mind up thanks for everyone's input... I've ordered the apex!! Hurry up Mr postman

You won't regret it. It really does make fish keeping much easier, in my opinion.

 

[jimmyzhou]

Get it ! Worth it !! Use on ever fish tank build. Life's is easy. No more crazy looking for witch wire is return pump and much more more more.a lot of thin to play

 

[Sir Chris]

I've been contemplating it and the junior is a joke basically when it comes 2 a 75 sump'd so not 2 tag but should I go all hog as I hate being regretful in this industry? Thx and the GHL is that way 2 non user friendly? Thanks again