Well, I have used 3 different skimmers is my short time in the hobby. There is no such thing as the best skimmer. There are skimmers that are built with better quality materials, and there are some DIY skimmers that will get job done just as good. If u understand your water chemistry and what type of skimate u are trying to achieve any skimmer will work. U will be better of keeping it simple and spending some of that unlimited cash flow on fish and corals. I've used Tunze, Skimz, & Lifereef all with great results. I can't say either is better than other, but they are built different. Best of luck on your search.