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I have no personal experience with the product in question, but Ehiem makes an excellent product. I think if you have a dsb and at least 1 lb of LR per gallon, you shouldn't need it, with light stocking levels and use of a skimmer. If you plan to feed heavily or keep predators or max out the stocking capacity of the tank, then yes I would use it and it's not overkill.