I have the Apex as well. It can do a lot easy enough. Internet has never been an issue with me as I just have it hardwired. It is a love/hate relationship though. When you need it the most, like on vacation, is when it seems to let you down or just prior to leaving. Never-the-less, I won't set up a tank without one, now.
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Welcome to R2R and back to reefing. Lots of knowledgable and helpful people here to support and advise you.
+1 IM is probably your best option for a 20 gallon tank. Waterbox makes nice nanos too but I like the IM aps stands better. If you were willing to go a bit bigger, the Jbj rl tanks are very nice. I have the 45 but they also make a 30 and 60. As for skimmer For an aio, I recommend the tunze or aquamaxx. They both make great products. For controllers, I have an apex system and like it. You might not need it at first but down the road it is very helpful with maintenance and monitoring the tank when you’re on vacations. I would for sure set aside some money for lights. Keep the light you have now but have money set aside. With an older fixture, who knows how much time it has left.
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I’ve had three IM AIO..the Fusion 30L, Fusion 40 & I still have the Fusion 25 Lagoon to use as a frag tank.
Apex is a great controller. I’ve had one since my first tank
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