Hi all,
Still trying to decide on a new tank for my upcoming move. I had decided on IM and was debating between INT and EXT, and the size. The one I thought I had decided on (IM EXT 75 in white), will now not be available until after I need it, so I started reviewing options. If I go up to the larger size I was considering, I could do either IM or Waterbox. Both have plusses and minuses for my use:
IM EXT 100: Would need a custom lid to accommodate light mounts; comes with a return pump, though not the one I'd purchase (I like the mighty jets, but would probably do Sicce SDC); a deeper tank front to back which is nice for the fish/aquascape but more difficult placement in my room
Waterbox EX 110.4: big issue is that its not yet released and is anticipated in January. Given my timeframe to move in February, there is leeway, but this feels extra risky; narrower front to back by about 5" which works better in my room; more storage in the cabinet due to smaller sump; I like the look of the stand better; comes with a screen top with light cutouts, so while I may wish to replace, would definitely be something I could do later.
If I move to an internal overflow, there are different plusses/minuses, but nothing is exactly what I want (which is why I went custom last time, but then it ended up not being built to spec anyway...sigh....and this time I don't have time).
From my research, both of these companies are well thought of. I have a small IM tank that I was quite impressed with which is why I initially picked them.
Still trying to decide on a new tank for my upcoming move. I had decided on IM and was debating between INT and EXT, and the size. The one I thought I had decided on (IM EXT 75 in white), will now not be available until after I need it, so I started reviewing options. If I go up to the larger size I was considering, I could do either IM or Waterbox. Both have plusses and minuses for my use:
IM EXT 100: Would need a custom lid to accommodate light mounts; comes with a return pump, though not the one I'd purchase (I like the mighty jets, but would probably do Sicce SDC); a deeper tank front to back which is nice for the fish/aquascape but more difficult placement in my room
Waterbox EX 110.4: big issue is that its not yet released and is anticipated in January. Given my timeframe to move in February, there is leeway, but this feels extra risky; narrower front to back by about 5" which works better in my room; more storage in the cabinet due to smaller sump; I like the look of the stand better; comes with a screen top with light cutouts, so while I may wish to replace, would definitely be something I could do later.
If I move to an internal overflow, there are different plusses/minuses, but nothing is exactly what I want (which is why I went custom last time, but then it ended up not being built to spec anyway...sigh....and this time I don't have time).
From my research, both of these companies are well thought of. I have a small IM tank that I was quite impressed with which is why I initially picked them.
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