The all in one unit has advantages of you don't have to go setting up a sump or a bunch of hob extras. In the long run will save you money.
The bad side is I've heard the lighting on these isn't up to par with lights needed for a reef tank. Corals need much better lighting. There are some other upgrades I just don't remember them off hand. Might want to post in the Nano forum further on down the forum list. Those guy's all have nano tanks and can help you out.
Personally I prefer the second and traditional tank using a sump. Much more versatile and has more volume to be able to increase bioload
Instead I would do the IM 10 gallon for $100 and add a Mars led for another $70 and call it a day. Why? If you decide to add corals you are pretty set and would only need to add another ph like the tunze 6020 or 6040.
Prefer the rimless, looks nicer. I have the top one and the lights suck, only blue and white. Also one switch which means it's all or nothing, non dimable.
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