Has anyone compared all the gyres?

[mrpontiac80]

I’ve been using XF330 gyres for almost 4 years now and xf350 gyres for 2 years.

I love them. The controllers were fine but not as tech friendly as I’d like. Although the newer cloud editions look great. I however went with Hydros wave engine so I don’t use either anymore.

They do require cleaning every so often for the best flow but I probably do that once every 3-4 months. I’ve had to replace the rubber bushings once but that’s nothing and they are included in a new set. They just push into place while cleaning so it’s not a big deal.

 

[wrasse man]

I have maxspect 250’s and 350’s. The 250 have been solid workhorses. The controller screen got so bad I could no longer read the display. Picked up the wave engine two 350’s and the connectors. All four pumps work great, wave engine took a while to get right, but I like them. But I also run 2 mp40’s, different flows for different applications.

 

[areefer01]

They do require cleaning every so often for the best flow but I probably do that once every 3-4 months. I’ve had to replace the rubber bushings once but that’s nothing and they are included in a new set. They just push into place while cleaning so it’s not a big deal.

Having used Maxspect, Icecap, and Orbits I found they all need cleaning. Not one more than the other mind you at least that I noticed. Noise level was tied to blade cleanliness, power level, and pattern. Most of the noise in my use case was from Strombus grazer (snails) getting stuck in the cage openings and the blades hitting it. Cage and magnet area are a meca for mini stars and Strombus grazer snail egg laying area.

I have maxspect 250’s and 350’s. The 250 have been solid workhorses. The controller screen got so bad I could no longer read the display.

Couldn't agree more. The original XF 250/280 controller was difficult to use as it relates to reading the text on it. Even after the firmware update which increased the font. Still cumbersome.