5 XHO ReefBrites or 2 Ecotech Radions...What would you do?

[sean obergfell]

Need Help on deciding which would be best for my 5'x2'x2' mixed reef.

I could go with 5 XHO reefBrites and have great spread. or go with 2 Radions and have 2'x2' spread but the latest tech.

The question is which is best for my reef animals?

Thank You,
Sean

 

[Capt_Cully]

The problem with LEDs is acclimation. I don't know if the Reefbrights possess the adjustability. I've only seen the blues and the color is amazing to be sure. The ecotechs are probably a better choice because of adjustability.

Those are my initial thoughts based on what I've read. I've seen quite a few threads where people switch to LEDs and put them on established tanks on full blast and it doesn't go well. The successful switch overs have been progressive.

Personally, I have no experience with any of this so I'm just bringing up potential pitfalls to keep in mind.

 

[sean obergfell]

Thank you...If I went ReefBrites I would start slow and eventually get to all 5.

 

[pascal32]

Personally I would go radion on (1) better spectrum coverage (2) adjustability

 

[Capt_Cully]

There are other options too Sean. Can I ask why those are the two you've narrowed it down to?

 

[teamdulski]

I've seen the Radion in action at ARC it is pretty nifty.

 

[pascal32]

The reef brites are very nice, however the use of just blue and white along with a lack of dimming.

Alternatives - halide

 

[sean obergfell]

I am always open to other options....one of my favorite parts of this hobby is the research to get the best quality at the time of purchase and stick with it.

Open to suggestions....