AI prime 16hd or Noopsyche k7// Need recommandations

[Clown2Fish]

I just ordered an IM Nuvo 15-gallon tank and now need to choose a light. I’m torn between the AI Prime and the Noopsyche, as I’ve seen great results from both. I plan to keep a mixed setup with softies, LPS, and easier SPS corals. For those who have used them, which one would be best?

 

[Mr. Mojo Rising]

The prime is 55 watts, how many watts is the k7? I use AI Prime on my 15 gallon softie tank for what its worth.

 

[Fish Fan]

I've never had an AI Prime, but they are fine lights, from what I've seen.

I have always liked Kessil lights, and I might suggest that you take a look at a Kessil A160 or even an A360; I've used both over an IM 15, depending on what you want to keep.

I have recently purchased a few Noopsyche K7 IV Pro lights, and I like them so far; great bang for the buck. The older K7 III Pro's were 140 watt, and you can still find these for sale on used markets. The new K7 IV Pro's are 100 watt, for whatever reason.

If you try a Noopsysche, there's a great tool here to help set the spectrum, since the Noopsyche app is less than stellar:
https://beananimal.com/tools/noo-psyche-k7-profile-generator/