Ultra Reef Protein Skimmer

[revhtree Verified Admin]

What's your thoughts on the Ultra Reef Protein Skimmer brand?

Here they are a "step above" other, more popular skimmers. No experience from me but genuinely wondering what everyone else thinks.

How many of you are using one?

 

[wrasse man]

I have an Ultra Reef UKS 200 on a 240 gal system. It’s a great skimmer. I was previously running a Bubble Magus Elite which was also good just a little undersized for my needs.

I would recommend Ultra Reef, it’s in the “pricey” range but, considering the size I needed it was comparable to other options. It’s quite nice.

 

[Genvid]

I have an Akula UKS 160; it ran on a 90-gallon tank and performed flawlessly—it is very easy to maintain. However, I now have a 230-gallon tank, and it is a bit too small. I’ll be upgrading to a SeaTorch.

 

[revhtree Verified Admin]

Thanks for the feedback! Looking seriously at putting one on the office 180!

 

[spsick]

I have a UKS180 on my 130g spa reef and it’s been great. I have the DC pump which is silent albeit less reliable. I had 1 fail and Ultra Reef is a bit of a pain to deal with through Aquarium Specialty which can be FLAKY unless you pester him.

 

[KStatefan]

I have a UKS180 on my 100ext did have pump issue but Sicce took care of that no issue with Aquarium Specialty on the Ultra Reef but have something on order with them since October that they will not respond to about. Can also get from Premium Aquatics. I would purchase another ultra reef if I was starting a new tank

 

[jabberkaycee]

I’ve purchased one but haven’t used it yet. I purchased the 140 but may return it for the 160. My tank is 90 gallon. I’m really impressed with the craftsmanship. If it performs as well as it’s made, I will be very happy.

 

[EliMelly]

I have one and it’s solid!

 

[jabberkaycee]

I have a UKS180 on my 100ext did have pump issue but Sicce took care of that no issue with Aquarium Specialty on the Ultra Reef but have something on order with them since October that they will not respond to about. Can also get from Premium Aquatics. I would purchase another ultra reef if I was starting a new tank

Not sure what is going on with A.S. but there are a LOT of posts about lack of response and unfulfilled orders - mine included. Did you ever get your product or a response?

 

[KStatefan]

Not sure what is going on with A.S. but there are a LOT of posts about lack of response and unfulfilled orders - mine included. Did you ever get your product or a response?

No

 

[parclife]

I use the UKS 180 and can honestly say straight out of the box it was brilliant. I’ve been through a few different brands but this has been the best!