New tank suggestions- Red Sea reefer 350 vs...?

[Madonia]

Hey everybody, I am ready to upgrade my 32 gallon bio cube to a bigger display tank. I am looking into a 75-100gallon system. Looking for an all-inclusive system with display tank, stand, and sump.

The red sea reefer 350 fits the bill. Are there other brands that I should be considering? In terms of build quality, design, value, and appeal, is the red sea 350 what I am looking for?

Are there other brands that I should be researching right now?

I really like the fact that the red sea reefer gives you the ability To use custom equipment.

Any Reviews of the tank are greatly appreciated. Any suggestions for other all-inclusive systems are greatly appreciated.

 

[Ron Reefman]

My only issue with the Red Sea tanks is that their sumps are small and full of 'stuff'. And there is very little room around the outside of the sump if you happen to spill or splash any water behind or down the sides of the sump.

 

[Madonia]

Thanks for the input. Aside from this, generally, are they well constructed and a good choice?

 

[Regular_Reefer]

Have you checked out SCA tanks. They are out of California.

 

[BighohoReef]

Waterbox? They are probably the closet direct competitor to Red Sea. One thing about the new Red Sea's is that have the seal guards added all portions of the tank now. Just another layer of security to protect against leaks and damage to the corners.

 

[Deschutes541]

Waterbox and Planet Aquarium would be similar to RS. I have a SCA aquarium on a home made stand that I'm very happy with.

I've never had a RS aquarium but I was put off by some of their larger tanks having issues with the stands being defective. If I recall correctly, they weren't able to hold the weight and would bow.

 

[Darren in Tacoma]

Our local shop has Red Sea for their displays and a Waterbox for sale. The WB is certainly a beautiful looking set up.

Contrary to Ron, I like the RS sump. It has room for a refugium, which the WB doesn't have and a good sized ATO reservoir.

 

[AlgaeBarn]

Hey everybody, I am ready to upgrade my 32 gallon bio cube to a bigger display tank. I am looking into a 75-100gallon system. Looking for an all-inclusive system with display tank, stand, and sump.

The red sea reefer 350 fits the bill. Are there other brands that I should be considering? In terms of build quality, design, value, and appeal, is the red sea 350 what I am looking for?

Are there other brands that I should be researching right now?

I really like the fact that the red sea reefer gives you the ability To use custom equipment.

Any Reviews of the tank are greatly appreciated. Any suggestions for other all-inclusive systems are greatly appreciated.

I would definitely check out the new Cade aquariums that we carry! ~Shaun K