What tank to get

[kaden192]

Hello everyone! I have been keeping fresh water fish tanks for 3 years and finally decided to join the saltwater, I've been doing my research for 1 month now and think im ready! And now im decided on what tank to get but no bigger than 20 gallons to start, whats your input on what tank to get?

 

[vdubtech25]

Common size to start with is a 40breeder because it has great footprint for aquascaping. Just remember the smaller the water volume the quicker parameters can change from evaporation, Alk/Cal consumption. It really depends on a few factors like FOWLR or Reef, time avaliblity, budget, etc. What are your goals for the set up?

 

[kaden192]

Common size to start with is a 40breeder because it has great footprint for aquascaping. Just remember the smaller the water volume the quicker parameters can change from evaporation, Alk/Cal consumption. It really depends on a few factors like FOWLR or Reef, time avaliblity, budget, etc. What are your goals for the set up?

Im just trying to get a couple of corals and two small fish to start with

 

[ReefJake123]

I started out with a 13.5 gal evo reef tank and it's amazing you can get up to 5 fish and as many corals as possible

 

[ReefJake123]

Where u at in Illinois

 

[Dj24680]

I will second the 40 gallon if possible.

 

[ReefJake123]

I will second the 40 gallon if possible.

I wouldn't it's just too expensive for someone who is new into saltwater they need a smaller tank to start with

 

[TylerStengel]

I am looking at buying a Aquatop Recife 24 Gallon system. It comes with a skimmer, return pump, light, heater, filter sock, 7 gallon sump, and a stand for $699.99. I am also new to saltwater. I am looking to start a reef tank. Does anyone know if this is a good tank? Also I do not want a all in one with the sump connected to the tank I want it below in the stand.

 

[TylerStengel]

I am looking at buying a Aquatop Recife 24 Gallon system. It comes with a skimmer, return pump, light, heater, filter sock, 7 gallon sump, and a stand for $699.99. I am also new to saltwater. I am looking to start a reef tank. Does anyone know if this is a good tank? Also I do not want a all in one with the sump connected to the tank I want it below in the stand.

 

[Fudsey]

Welcome to R2R ! ! !

What light does that set come with? I kinda doubt it will support corals unless it's a T5. And I will also 2nd the opinion that small tanks are harder to keep than larger ones when it comes to if/when something goes wrong

 

[Fudsey]

And that is a good deal on that setup from what I just googled. I would be a little leery about that light though. You might be able to keep some softies with it but I doubt any SPS would survive with only a 20 watt LED

 

[Fudsey]

Just for reference, check out this review

https://reefbuilders.com/2017/09/11/aquatop-recife-one-marine-aquariums-good-not-great/

 

[Gablami]

I think the rimless innovative marine 20g is nice. You can get the peninsula tank too depending on your space.

 

[cody2cannon]

I have the innovative marine nuvo 20 and its awesome!

 

[TylerStengel]

I am planning on upgrading the light and possibly the skimmer. What do you think about upgrading to an aqua illumination prime he led light? Another one I know about is the nanobox duo! If not these what other option would you reccomend. I’m a college student trying to get into the hobby and I’m on a budget but I don’t want to cut corners that could end badly.

 

[TylerStengel]

Thank you Fudsey for the welcome. Also I was looking at putting a ecoTech Vortech mp10 for the wave maker. I really appreciate everyone’s feedback because I need all the information I can get. The thing I don’t like abou the innovative marine 20 gallon tanks is the skimmers that you can fit in the back are very limited and from what I’ve heard not very good. I don’t want a skimmer that is sticking out of the tank either. I’ve heard dumps are the way to go if you have the money. I also stopped at the aquatic experience expo this past weekend.

 

[rsanga87]

Really delayed response, but a 40b with a decent light with a 10g sump cheapest way to get in the game