2x Nicrew hypereef 150's vs 2x Noopsyche K7 pros for lighting a SR 80 Gallon

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I recently bought a Innovative marine 80 gallon SR tank and I was wondering which one of these lights would work better in my currently setup. I would prefer to keep it at 2 lights but I can upgrade to a 3rd in the near future if needed. I was also thinking that the two K7's may be a little weak to light a 80 gallon. I probably won't be keeping any SPS in the near future but it's definitely a longer term goal of mine!

Pic of tank taken from Innovative Marines site:

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I recently bought a Innovative marine 80 gallon SR tank and I was wondering which one of these lights would work better in my currently setup. I would prefer to keep it at 2 lights but I can upgrade to a 3rd in the near future if needed. I was also thinking that the two K7's may be a little weak to light a 80 gallon. I probably won't be keeping any SPS in the near future but it's definitely a longer term goal of mine!

Pic of tank taken from Innovative Marines site:

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I use 3 K7 minis to light a 3' IM AIO tank, so I think 2 K7 Pros might do for an 80SR. The Noops grow SPS just fine at only 50%.
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Oh thank you! your tank looks amazing btw. I might go with the Noops I feel like they have a better rep vs the Nicrew.
 

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Oh thank you! your tank looks amazing btw. I might go with the Noops I feel like they have a better rep vs the Nicrew.
FYI, they are currently on holiday for Chinese New Year. I would coordinate with @Zach B about orders to make sure your order isn't lost in the festivities.
 

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This one is easy, go with NP. LED array is under a single lens, has great spread and no disco ball effect. The three on my 120g have kept everything happy.
 

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