What do you consider to be the top reef equipment introduced in 2022?

[vlangel]

You mean there is still new equipment being made for aquarium????? Who knew!!!!!

 

[Spicy Reef]

Yes but it doesn’t seem to be for sale yet.

"INTRODUCED"
but to be fair, I guess it's not "equipment" either... semantics bites

 

[jtichenor]

The Hydros X10 & Kraken for sure!

 

[ninjamyst]

Best equipment ever made that I use everyday and been with me for 10+ years....is....turkey baster from Dollar Tree. I bet they released a new version this year....

 

[dpfriedman]

the red sea roller mat is on my wish list, I think it deserves the title. However I am looking forward to see how the new line of red sea skimmers perform which drops in early 2023.

We bought and installed our ReefMat after visiting the Reefapalooza in Dallas the first of October. I just got a notice two days ago that the mat will need to be changed in about 5 days. That is 12 weeks for the first roll. It has worked flawlessly!

 

[Lowsingle]

Red Sea reef mat is the best new equipment hands down. It is light years ahead of my old theiling compact roller mat.

Darren

 

[HankstankXXL750]

"INTRODUCED"
but to be fair, I guess it's not "equipment" either... semantics bites

No problem, I just went online to try to get some. Wanted to try it. Was hoping the introduced meant a launch not a sneak preview.

 

[ScubaShane]

We can add other products to the poll of you feel they are worthy?

Hanna Marine Master Kit.

 

[ReefCheef]

Something I learned 2 tanks ago: if it's not made in Germany, it's not the best in the hobby.

 

[cvicente]

Red Sea Fleece roller. I run the 1200 in my system, the best piece of equipment I have ever purchased for my mixed reef, game changer !

 

[piranhaman00]

All of that equipment isn’t new, apex v3 is the same thing as v2, not sure how that got any votes.

I bought 3 Reefmats this year. Love that they replace the socks so that became automated. However if they keep using this much a day 60-90” it is going to become pricey.

As far as the APEX goes. I had 6 of the 2016. When I got one for my Frag tank system, I called my lfs and found out they still had one of the 2016 and I had them hold it. I prefer the probes it comes with vs the water gauge. That being said, I had an ATO stick on and caused me a small flood. Now wondering if I should get the water gauge?

ATO should always be on timer

 

[Tuan’s Reef]

Another Reefmat vote . Will never go back to socks

 

[Vivid Creative Aquatics]

I fully recognize I am a little bit bias here but I think the top reefing equipment introduced in 2022 was the new RFG Flex Series. It was introduced in August at RAP Cali earlier this year.

The RFG Flex Series improves on our original rigid Random Flow Generator® Nozzle in every way. It i s extremely durable, more compatible and does exactly what it promises. Plus - it is still very affordable for what it provides and might just be the most durable product being use in the aquarium hobby today.



At least that's my option anyway - LOL

 

[HankstankXXL750]

All of that equipment isn’t new, apex v3 is the same thing as v2, not sure how that got any votes.


ATO should always be on timer

Actually I run Autoaqua smart ATO RO on 7 different systems. The system in question for what ever reason didn’t close the solenoid and the float valve for whatever reason also failed. First time I have had this happen. But yes ATO does need some safeguard. Unfortunately both of mine failed.

 

[flashsmith]

How about the biggest bust of 2022 ? Has to be the Hanna Mag checker..Something I could have done without but I got got with it anyway. Still haven't received my "updated" unit yet. I don't know why people still buy Hanna products.

 

[Tuan’s Reef]

How about the biggest bust of 2022 ? Has to be the Hanna Mag checker..Something I could have done without but I got got with it anyway. Still haven't received my "updated" unit yet. I don't know why people still buy Hanna products.

To be fair Hanna did fix the issue and sent out replacements. I am glad we have Hanna as an option . I use mostly Salifert nowadays but i use the ULR Phos and HR Nitrate frequently

 

[bushdoc]

Aiptasia devouring nano bots from FutureReefTank.

 

[nuxx]

How do the rollers work in your tank?

What was the difference before and after?

They were only starting to show up DIY in 16/17 when I took my tank down.

 

[flashsmith]

To be fair Hanna did fix the issue and sent out replacements. I am glad we have Hanna as an option . I use mostly Salifert nowadays but i use the ULR Phos and HR Nitrate frequently

Well, I'm still waiting on mine. Have been for months. Even after speaking to them directly and exchanging multiple emails and messages through r2r. Still nothing. Gave them everything they needed. Proof of purchase etc.. As a business owner myself I would expect a bit better.

 

[HankstankXXL750]

How do the rollers work in your tank?

What was the difference before and after?

They were only starting to show up DIY in 16/17 when I took my tank down.

As for me, I think it makes maintenance easier as I don’t have to pull and clean socks. Also since it rolls up, the dirt doesn’t sit in the water, and so I think nutrients are better removed from the water.