Need recommendation for DC Powerhead

[benjc]

I'm currently using Koralias on my 120 gal, and aside from some minor issues am happy with them. Looking to replace one with a dc pump though so that I can setup a battery backup in case of a prolonged power outage. I've listed below the pumps I'm looking at and would appreciate some input or suggestions for other pumps I hadn't thought about.

Vortech MP10
Pros - Good brand/support, battery backup small and self-contained (important since going inside sump stand). Cons - Cost and need for continued replacement wet sides.

Vortech MP40
Pros - Same as above with greater potential flow variability. Cons - Same as above.

Tunze 6095
Pros - Great support, low wear & tear costs. Cons - Cost, battery backup not self-contained; would need to create dry box for inside stand

Jebo WP25
Pros - Price. Cons - Narrow flow pattern, same battery backup issues as Tunze.

Jebo WP40
Pros - Price and wide flow pattern. Cons - Size, more flow than desired, same battery backup issue as Tunze.

Also, I'm using a Reef Keeper and I have non-Radion lights, so whichever pump I go with will be stand alone and not integrated with the rest of my tank's functions/controls.

 

[octopus737]

WP 40. No contest. I have both wp40 and mp40 running in my cube. Yes the mp40 has better support. But that is about 4x the price not including wet side replacements if needed.

 

[TimeConsumer]

I would use the Tunze. You can just do a little rewiring with the Vortech battery backup to use it.

 

[azjohnny]

Vortech or Tunze

if you keep up the preventive maintenance with the wet sides of a Vortech they will last. I have very little confidence with the WP40 pumps and I have a problem with copyright infringment even if your local government allows it

 

[matty0206]

I don't understand peoples constant need to replace wet sides, clean them once in a while, it does wonders!

My vote would be Mp-40, 2 if it is in the budget.

 

[Timber77]

wp 40 is a no brainer,,, can probably get one and a reef angel ...for less than the mp40 then you got it all... well if your tanks bigger get a couple wp 40's sold my tunzes and dont miss them since they paid for a controller and the new pumps.. the eco pumps are good but ugly and high maintaince or you gotta keep buying wet ends or deal with the noise...

 

[slief]

I love my Tunze's.. I have 3 of them (two 6205's and one 6105) in my tank and they run great. I control them with my Apex and create great waves as well as a number of different flow patterns. Coming up on 3 years now without a single issue. Considering the Tunze 6095 is just over $100 more than the Jebao (not including a controller), that is the route I would go. You are getting a higher quality pump that actually includes support and a warranty unlike the Jebao.