Simplicity skimmers

[Reefnoobz90]

Anyone have a good experience with the simplicity skimmers?

https://clearchoiceaquatics.com/collections/protein-skimmers/products/simplicity-240dc

The price is good, I'm torn between the reef octopus 150 or this one. Pretty close in price but the RO has a larger footprint. I have a 90 gallon.

 

[Montiman]

I have used them before. They perform well but I am not personally a fan. Frankly there are many skimmers that perform well so what I am concerned with is ease of use and durability/build quality.

The simplicity skimmers use a wedge pipe outlet and an internal pump. I greatly prefer a gate valve for water level control and an external pump so I can remove it easier for cleaning and have a bigger reaction chamber for increased performance.

I also believe that the heart of a skimmer is the pump and the simplicity pumps are rebranded jebao pumps known to have short life spans. I would prefer a pump with a proven track record.

If it were me I would go Reef Octopus but I am sure the simplicity will serve you well just not my choice.

 

[ryeguyy84]

The simplicity is a decent skimmer for the price, and the size is nice because the pumps inside like the reef octopus space savers. The good part is the warranty and customer service. It might be a rebranded jaebo but at least if it breaks you have someone to call.