Would like opinions on possible new system choices

[Duane Clark]

I am looking at upgrading to a little bigger system (for me) and have two in mind. I am looking at:

1. Red Sea Deluxe 170 system

2. Waterbox Platinum 75.2


Both have about the same display volume (35 to 40 gallons) with everything included. The Red Sea does come with the light however (1x AI Hydra 26 HD LED) so in terms of $ that is an advantage.

Would love thought and feedback between the two.

 

[Xandernfs]

You cannot go wrong with Red Sea. They are proven and many have them. I found out about waterbox after I purchased my Reefer 250. I do like the design of the sump in the waterbox a little better, but it is still not a lot of room to work with. I'm not sure how effective a fuge would be in that small of a space. On the other hand, you are getting a lot more volume of total water with the waterbox which will helpl keep things stable. If it were between the two, I'd go waterbox and this way you have the ability to pick your own lighting system.