What skimmer is everyone liking these days?

[Angler02]

I used to run an octopus 300 if memory serves. Im looking at the octopus elite for my 150 cube. Not trying to break the bank but I want a decent skimmer.

 

[griss]

Look on FB marketplace. Tons of used reef equipment on there. I’m still running an old eShopps S-120 that I’ve had forever.

 

[Angler02]

Look on FB marketplace. Tons of used reef equipment on there. I’m still running an old eShopps S-120 that I’ve had forever.

Yeah I've been looking on there. I see mixed opinions on the eshopps. There are a few on there though.

 

[griss]

Yeah I've been looking on there. I see mixed opinions on the eshopps. There are a few on there though.

I bought the S-120 from Saltwater Island (at their original location) new for $150, that should tell you how long I’ve had it. Try finding a new skimmer rated at 120 gallons for that price today. And Saltwater Island went out of business a long time ago.

 

[griss]

Oh, the eShopps isn’t flawless. Every once in a while it does go beserk.

 

[Uncle99]

Bubble Magus I’ve been very happy with.

 

[Angler02]

I bought the S-120 from Saltwater Island (at their original location) new for $150, that should tell you how long I’ve had it. Try finding a new skimmer rated at 120 gallons for that price today. And Saltwater Island went out of business a long time ago.

Oh yeah I of course find the most exspensive without even trying. The one I really want is $800 lol. Back in the day I would have spent without thinking. 2 kids can change that outlook lol. I appreciate the input.

 

[griss]

Oh yeah I of course find the most exspensive without even trying. The one I really want is $800 lol. Back in the day I would have spent without thinking. 2 kids can change that outlook lol. I appreciate the input.

lol, I understand the kids thing. Mine are all grown and pretty much self-reliant now.

 

[griss]

There’s a local (Fairview Heights) who posted a Reef Octopus NW-150 for sale for $150 on FB. Reef Octopus have a great reputation and, IMO, that’s a fantastic price.

 

[Nanook]

You need the Double Diamond Platinum Edition V32 Bubble Banger from Maldovia. Only limited runs exist every 5 years and they cost more than a testicle, but the results (they claim) are just extraordinary.

 

[Angler02]

You need the Double Diamond Platinum Edition V32 Bubble Banger from Maldovia. Only limited runs exist every 5 years and they cost more than a testicle, but the results (they claim) are just extraordinary.

Do they take anything other than testicles? I handed those over some years back.

 

[Nanook]

Do they take anything other than testicles? I handed those over some years back.

You’re outta luck then, friend

 

[Nanook]

Bubble Magus Curve 7 Extreme Protein Skimmer

CURVE 7 EXTREME Small space save skimmers, perfect for small tank Dimensions：7.87" x 9.25" x 20.87" Rated Aquarium 132-238 Gallon ROCK SP3.0 Pump 120V, 60Hz, 1A Air intake: 660 LPH Water level 7-8”

premiumaquatics.com

 

[Nanook]

I do love my Lifereef skimmers. Venturi skimmers, last forever and you pick the pump.

 

[Nanook]

Pics

 

[Nanook]

Pic of the dual mazzei monster

 

[Nanook]

That dual Mazzei is 8” body and over 5 feet tall. The nog it consistently pulls is putrefying

 

[Uncle99]

Bubble Magus Curve 7 Extreme Protein Skimmer

CURVE 7 EXTREME Small space save skimmers, perfect for small tank Dimensions：7.87" x 9.25" x 20.87" Rated Aquarium 132-238 Gallon ROCK SP3.0 Pump 120V, 60Hz, 1A Air intake: 660 LPH Water level 7-8”

premiumaquatics.com

Running this skimmer for a couple of years. Works well.
In the end, it’s a tube with bubbles.

 

[Nanook]

It’s a solid design! Bang for the buck.

 

[mellotang]

Tunze