ReefMat vs Algae Scrubber

[redyoshi]

Looking into upgrading from a Biocube 32 to the Red Sea 170 in the spring. Been planning ahead with filtration ideas for it. Looking into using an algae scrubber over the ReefMat 500. Any recommendations?

 

[Jmp998]

The nice thing about both is that they are adjustable; you can cut down the photoperiod on the algae scrubber or raise the float valve on the fleece roller if your nutrients are too low. I think I may try both in my next tank, but it may be hard to fit both in the sump on a Reefer 170.

 

[redyoshi]

The nice thing about both is that they are adjustable; you can cut down the photoperiod on the algae scrubber or raise the float valve on the fleece roller if your nutrients are too low. I think I may try both in my next tank, but it may be hard to fit both in the sump on a Reefer 170.

I know the Reefer Max 170 comes with a skimmer and a ReefMat. So I’ll have to look when I get it to see if I can squeeze a small one in there somewhere.