Kessil AP9X or 2 A360X?

[mcqueenokc1]

Looking at either one Kessil AP9X or two A360X for a waterbox AIO 50.3? Any thoughts?

 

[xxkenny90xx]

I'm not a kessil guy but typically 2 smaller fixtures will give better light coverage/angles than one bigger fixture

 

[CrimsonTide]

The ap9x comes with an app thats controllable now right? You would still need a kessil controller for the 2 360s? I think.

 

[Reefacist]

A360. It’s better for now and it’ll be useful if you upgrade later to a bigger tank

 

[Hasted]

I am running the AP9x over a 36" tank. I came from 3x AI Prime 16HDs (100% BRS setting Primes = 55% Intensity AP9x). 100% satisfied.

AP9x does not require the dongles and extra stuff to connect. Also has the added benefit of being able to connect most of their other lights through K Link and/or 0-10v and control through the AP9x. Saving money if you ever add more lights (including a Refugium light).

I get an easy 350 par on my rocks at 60% intensity. My rocks are somewhat low in tank, close to halfway point.

 

[Tuffyyyyy]

FWIW the AP700 is on clearance right now for $500. You'd most likely need just a single one for your 36" tank.

https://www.saltwateraquarium.com/ap700-48-led-aquarium-light-kessil/

 

[davidstenb]

I am running the AP9x over a 36" tank. I came from 3x AI Prime 16HDs (100% BRS setting Primes = 55% Intensity AP9x). 100% satisfied.

AP9x does not require the dongles and extra stuff to connect. Also has the added benefit of being able to connect most of their other lights through K Link and/or 0-10v and control through the AP9x. Saving money if you ever add more lights (including a Refugium light).

I get an easy 350 par on my rocks at 60% intensity. My rocks are somewhat low in tank, close to halfway point.

Thinking of getting one as well for my 75 gallon reef only tank that I’m about to build.