What is the best controller out there?

twinspots_goby · Jun 15, 2009

I'm looking for a powerful controller to control my temp, ph, calcium, lights and other stuffs. What is the best controller you command? I'm not limited on my bugnet. Thanks.

planecrazy · Jun 15, 2009

I just got a Reefkeeper Elite with Net today. It is pretty nice. VERY configurable and expandable. It's right in line pricewise and I've had good support from DA in the past. The big downside is their documentation still sucks. I got no instructions on how to set up the net module. It is, however, available online from their web site. DIY reef has them in stock, and for me it was only 1 day shipping. Debbie is awesome to deal with and is a sponsor on this site.

revhtree · Jun 15, 2009

I like the Digiatal Aquatics Line. I have a ReefKeeper Elite.

Viva'sReef · Jun 15, 2009

Same here ReefKeeper Elite for me...Support from DA has been great so far.

MAXreefer · Jun 15, 2009

I had a Neptune AC II and III Pro which I liked a lot.
A few months ago I switched to the Profilux controller and I am really impressed. Very well build and expandable with Add-on Cards depending your needs. The software is impressive. You have endless possibilities controlling the lights, pumps etc. You can get level sensors also which are ideal for Auto Top-off and they are controlled also by the controller.
Besides the Controller I got also the triple dosing pump unit for my 2 Part and Mag. Absolutely quality product and also controlled with the Profilux controller.
If you are not limited to a budget I really can recommend this.

Murfman · Jun 15, 2009

I have the Nepture AC Jr and it is easy to use.

Poseidon · Jun 15, 2009

Reefkeeper Lite for me, but if budget is not a concern, then the Elite.

Robthorn · Jun 15, 2009

Neptune systems new apex comes out this month. extremely powerful.

stunreefer · Jun 15, 2009

IMO not the Profilux...

My Saltwater World · Jun 15, 2009

ReefKeeper Elite for us. Fantastic little gadget!

twinspots_goby · Jun 15, 2009

Thanks guys. I really like the ReefKeeper Elite. Are there other probes available besides PH and temp?

cparka23 · Jun 15, 2009

There is an ORP probe and salinity. That's it for the RKE to my knowledge.

revhtree · Jun 15, 2009

Yes they are releasing a Salinity probe this month and they also currently offer a ORP probe.

andywe · Jun 19, 2009

RKE and RKL here. Used many over the years. RKE has awesome expandability capabilities, and also it can be applied to dang near anything...very extensible.

planecrazy · Jun 19, 2009

Got my new RKE setup with the NET module and even got a new sig out of the deal! Check it out:

Robthorn · Jun 20, 2009

Whats with the current reading? Did you program that or is it actually reading it?

planecrazy · Jun 20, 2009

Robthorn said:
Whats with the current reading? Did you program that or is it actually reading it?

It actually has current sensors in each PC4. It's pretty cool. It logs it as well so I can see when my heater kicks in as well as see how close to the limit of the PC4 I am.

Robthorn · Jun 20, 2009

Wow that is a sweet feature. You could also use it to show maintenance needs for pumps. Wonder if the neptune has it available? have to look in to that.