wattage

I’m looking at the Nicrew gen 2 200 or the SMATFARM 140w. Which would be better? What other options? Budget is max $1k I have a 7 ft long, 2 ft deep and wide. Plan on fish and corals. I’m sure I’m going to start with LPS mainly until I can learn more.

Something odd happened yesterday and I am wondering if someone might be able to provide some insight. I will try to make it short and concise. I have a VarioS-8 DC pump that has been running for two years. The pump has been using around 74 watts per what Neptune Apex is showing. Yesterday for...