This is probably a loaded question as everyone seems to have strong feelings for the controller they own. It's really hard to get your hands around the cost difference between the two for what you want to do. I like the RKE because its made in the USA and support should be better on the other hand Refilux seems like a more polished unit with all needed options available. Any thoughts?
RKE or Refilux Controller?
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chadfarmer
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profilux
aninjaatemyshoe
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The Profilux can certainly do a lot more than the RKE, but it is more expensive. It all depends upon what you want vs. what you're willing to spend.
sfsuphysics
Active member
The AC3 is made in the USA too 
I vote RKE all the way. The system is rock solid and as more modules come out people will really start to see the difference. Give Digital Aquatics the same amount of time with the RKE that the Aquacontroller and the Profilux controller have had and I think there will be no comparison. The RKE has way more potential. DA is putting together modules and software as fast as they can. None of the controllers directly compare to each other, so it is hard to do a side by side.
RKE here as well. I have been immensely happy with the RKE since I installed it back in May. It controls my entire system. What has been even more impressive is DA's interaction with the user community to develop the subsequent modules and firmware updates. You get the sense that we're all developing this together and the result is a system that just keeps getting better.
With the current state of our economy I'm leaning toward RKE. Living in Michigan I'm a big believer in Buy American. So I should practice what I preach. Besides the only feature I wanted from Profilux that the RKE does not have is Tunze control and Tunze is coming out with new 7096 controller for $170.00 in march.
ReefRockerLive
GHL Mitras LX7 Club
Profilux, nuff said...
RKE, better said!
What are you looking to control with it? I own a profilux and yes it a great controllor, might be the best out there. But for my application it more than I need.
I know others that own RKE's and they look great too. I would consider what you want to do with it and research your options. Profilux can do a ton of stuff and is well built, but cost is high. Might be more than you need.
I know others that own RKE's and they look great too. I would consider what you want to do with it and research your options. Profilux can do a ton of stuff and is well built, but cost is high. Might be more than you need.
MantisWrangler
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I was waiting for the RKE to finish working out the bugs before I bought it, then learned about the Profilux. People who own it rave about it. Been around for a while with good performance, they are actively involved with the aquarium community, and have forward and backward compatability. I was very impressed, and became sold when I learned that if you order from Canada you can get the Beginner kit for around $500 (same as RKE). It is currently in transit. I'll let you know how it goes.
solitude127
Proud user of IO Salt!
One the thing about the RKE, is that they have GREAT Customer Service. If you have question and go on their website's forum, you'll usually get an answer by Digital Aquatics or another RKE owner.
I don't own a Proflux so I can't comment on their CS
I don't own a Proflux so I can't comment on their CS
MantisWrangler
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I ordered it from http://progressivereef.com/
It was about $525 USD with shipping. I should get it in 5 days.
It was about $525 USD with shipping. I should get it in 5 days.
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