Inexpensive lights recommendation

[Thorne19]

Hello all, I am new to the hobby and looking for recommendations. I have a tank that measures 36x20 and is 22 tall. I am looking to grow soft corals and possibly hard later on down the road. I am looking to see what lights are best for cheap. I am looking to spend 200-300 dollars US. I know this is less than ideal but wanted to see if anyone else has had good success with cheaper lights and a similar size tank. Thank you!

 

[tzabor10]

Try a used light. Marketplace usually has something

 

[ieatbugman]

I personally like smatfarm lights, it does depend on how deep your tank is though. And how much money you are ready to shell out

 

[ieatbugman]

Also welcome

 

[shakacuz]

smarfarm
aliexpress led bar
noopsyche
vipar spectra

some good black box/off brand lights in no particular order. the noops are probably the better ones off this list

 

[Bj’s Reef]

Noopsyche has worked for me. I have three that have run for six years without any problems.

 

[exnisstech]

Noopsyche for great budget lights. Been running six K7s over the tank in my showcase for a bit over a year

 

[YaboiNathan]

I got a redsea reefled90 for sale for cheap, let me know if u need

 

[bradreef]

smarfarm
aliexpress led bar
noopsyche
vipar spectra

some good black box/off brand lights in no particular order. the noops are probably the better ones off this list

100% this recommendation. Or used. I am seeing a lot of people getting out of the hobby lately. Also, the t5 fixtures will grow anything.

 

[Fungusamongus]

I like my Noopsyche K7 pro. Good lights for my 4 ft tank.
Lots of high end lights go up for sale in marketplace. You can also check out Offer Up for lights and other gear as well.

 

[Peair]

Hello all, I am new to the hobby and looking for recommendations. I have a tank that measures 36x20 and is 22 tall. I am looking to grow soft corals and possibly hard later on down the road. I am looking to see what lights are best for cheap. I am looking to spend 200-300 dollars US. I know this is less than ideal but wanted to see if anyone else has had good success with cheaper lights and a similar size tank. Thank you!

Try the Maxspect Jump 60W Blue 2nd edition, it has a nice adjustable spectrum and schedule, and it has a better updated app, you can use their recommendation for spectrum and schedule, and when you get the hang of the app you can set your own, they regularly run about 279.00, but they are on sale a lot for under 200.00, nice lamp and has good coverage.

 

[Dragen Fiend]

36x20 I'd go for some noopsyche V3 lights. Hard to find good lights with wifi control at this price point.

 

[oreo54]

Hello all, I am new to the hobby and looking for recommendations. I have a tank that measures 36x20 and is 22 tall. I am looking to grow soft corals and possibly hard later on down the road. I am looking to see what lights are best for cheap. I am looking to spend 200-300 dollars US. I know this is less than ideal but wanted to see if anyone else has had good success with cheaper lights and a similar size tank. Thank you!

Since nobody mentioned Nicrew..
Slightly over budget.
200 total watts for your 65gal-ish aquarium.
All are about the same $/watt price AFAICT.
For $250-ish you can downgrade to 2 50W-ers and consider adding on later. They are daisy chain-able.

 

[Brandon3000]

Used definitely the way to go. Most savings in this hobby

 

[FUNGI]

Try these.....I have the bigger version. Cant be beat.

Maxspect Razor X 150w LED Lighting Fixture (CLOSEOUT)

Limitless Spectral Combinations to Fit Your Tank’s NeedsEffective Coverage: 40in x 22in | Maximum Coverage: 48in x 26inDimensions: 27.6in x 10.2in x 1.25in (LxWxH) | Suited for tanks: 27in - 37.5in long

store.coralvue.com

 

[Sophie"s mom]

Hello all, I am new to the hobby and looking for recommendations. I have a tank that measures 36x20 and is 22 tall. I am looking to grow soft corals and possibly hard later on down the road. I am looking to see what lights are best for cheap. I am looking to spend 200-300 dollars US. I know this is less than ideal but wanted to see if anyone else has had good success with cheaper lights and a similar size tank. Thank you!

I have 2 each of the Hipargero 100 watt. They are $180. each. You could probably do with just 1 but it is an excellent light. I have soft corals, a few LPS, and 1 SPS. So far at least all are very healthy and happy. Oh, I also have a very happy RBBTA

 

[Beta reefs.]

Reefi they have similar performance to radions and are cheaper.

 

[Mwatts12]

I would also recommend a used light on marketplace.

 

[X-37B]

If you were local I would give you my Giesemann 6 bulb T5. This light will grow whatever you want.
I just dont use T5's anymore and shipping it is not an option.
I also have a noop k7 im never going to use along with a BM filter roller used 1 roll, and a 48" aquatic life hybrid fixture.
I have offered free to locals but I only want them to go to people that will use/need them and not resell them.
Anyone local, lol.

 

[jhadaway]

2 used AI Prime 16HD's