Softie and ducan test kit

[Zos4me]

I have never tested before and I have been successful with euphyllia and zoanthids but my duncan has not been opening fully. It has sprouted 2 new heads so that could be a reason but I would like to know what is the best test kit to start with just to get basic parameters in order. Red sea has tons and I'm not sure what to get for what I have in my tank
Thanks as always

 

[Mikedawg]

I think the Nyos series makes color comparison relatively easy; don' t think any of the "less than laboratory" kits are particularly accurate and so I look more for consistency of test results over time, especially if corals look good. If you want a digital read out, Hanna seems to be the affordable standout. Good luck

 

[Zos4me]

I guess I was thinking more of what parameters are more important

 

[Randy Holmes-Farley Verified Community Expert]

Calcium and alkalinity are the two to start with.

 

[Zos4me]

Ok great thanks