Are Red Sea test kits reliable

[GoVols]

I will because I am worried that the api is accurate because it shows higher levels than marine

On alk the Marine care is within 0.36 meq/L
Foundation Pro alk is within 0.05 meq/l

If I were cycling would most like go with the three Salifert kits

Salifert Ammonia Aquarium Test Kit

Get accurate, easy to read ammonia test results in minutes! Trusted by discerning reefers for years, Salifert Test Kits feature some of the easiest to read results available. Their test kits include easy to follow instructions and straightforward, accurate results. Salifert test kits are also...

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HI764-11 Nitrite Calibration Check Set for HI764 Checker

Easily calibrate and test proper functionality of your Hanna Checker HI764 Nitrite Ultra Low Range for marine water (saltwater). Contains Standard A and Standard B Follow instructions in packaging Acceptable results must be between 86 and 114 ppb at 25°C Hanna Checker Instructions for...

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RedSea Nitrate Pro Reagent Refill Kit

Reagent refill for Red Sea Nitrate Pro Test Kit. Enough reagent for 100 tests. Red Sea reagent refills make this line of test kits one of the most affordable high quality test kits available.

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[kenziejlooft]

for those readings / context have you dosed bottled bacteria and feed/ammonia to get those results above

No they were just got of my tank water