Opinion on tank choice?

[mapn4reef]

OK, here are my options that I'm looking at:

A.G.E. Semi-Custom 36x24x24 Rimless, Starphire 3 sides w/ PVC bottom, black silicone, 3 hole center OF
Approx. $1,200 (including shipping)

DSA (Deep Sea Aquatics) Neo 90 Pro (36.5x24.5x25) in black, no Starphire available
$490

Marineland 93g cube (30x30x24), $550

Oceanic 58g RR Ultimate series, Starphire front $341

Thoughts, suggestions, comments?

I'd appreciate your input, Thanks.

 

[barclayrl]

Go as big as you can, if you don't you will buy a bigger one later... I know I did a few times.... Wish I would have bought the biggest tank that would fit in space to begin with... Would have saved $$... As for the Starphire, Its nice, but is it worth the extra money? I never had one so i cant tell you...

 

[Macimage]

My next tank will be an AGE with Starfire & PVC bottom. I'd recommend the biggest one by them that you can fit.

Joyce

 

[tipmoff]

Those are some really different set ups from size to price. barclayrl is right, go as big as you can. Remember to think about your lighting, sump, refugium, and other factors. If money is no object then it's really up to your objective and where it's going. All are well built and will do the job. I have regular glass and with MH lights and it looks crystal clear to me so starfire was not worth it IMHO. I like the cubes myself and my next tank will be similar if not the Marineland 120 gal cube.

 

[mapn4reef]

I'm locked into the 36 width. Although, I had my mind set on Starphire...and sort of the rimless look, I think the DSA Neo 90 is at the top for quality, design, and price. The A.G.E. without a doubt is the cream of the crop. I think I'll start back with a lower price point...then order a LAAAARRRGEEEE tank from them when I go to the next level...

Thanks for the input.

 

[Macimage]

Originally posted by mapn4reef
I think I'll start back with a lower price point...then order a LAAAARRRGEEEE tank from them when I go to the next level...

You'll be surprised at how fast the upgrade fever hits you!

Joyce

 

[fewskillz]

Yeah, I had started my second saltwater tank within two months of buying my first one.

I say go for your favorite one right out of the gate. It will save you money in the long run.

 

[Macimage]

Originally posted by fewskillz
I say go for your favorite one right out of the gate. It will save you money in the long run.

That's a fact!!!

Joyce

 

[demonboy369]

lol buy a cheap walmart special 10g then in 2 weeks you'll be ready for the monster and only wasyed about 15$ lol trust me it hits fast and hard. gotta have more. its like a disease once it starts you gotta find the BEST CURE

 

[demonboy369]

I myself want a monster cube. gotta have that wall to glass depth