Which skimmer is better!

[binaryterror]

I am getting a skimmer for the Octo tank I am setting up, and I am wondering which one to get. The first is more exspensive, but I have heard that they are good. I have also heard the second is really nice for the price also, but I am just wondering which is the better buy for the money right now.

http://www.drsfostersmith.com/Product/Prod_Display.cfm?pcatid=7928&N=2004+113771 (up to 100g model)

http://www.drsfostersmith.com/Product/Prod_Display.cfm?pcatid=4400&N=2004+113771 (up to 150g model)

Also, if you know of any better ones for around the same price, please LMK! Thanks!

 

[neilster1]

You definitely don't want the seaclone.

I use the coralife super skimmer... I love it and it is relatively inexpensive.. skims great!

 

[DragonForce]

Binaryterror, do you plan on not using a sump? I would absolutly no excuses run a sump/fuge for an octo tank. You need a tight fitting/locking hood. The octo will knock over anything HOB trust me.

Give us a little run down on how big the tank will be and your budget? This can be done if you have the proper setup and time.

 

[binaryterror]

I have a 50g. I am on a very tight budget. I know that I need a sump. I am going to buy an overflow and a wet/dry with a sump area, for my skimmer and filter. So which skimmer would you recommend? I am getting fuge plants and putting them in the tank to help filter the water. Since the Octopus is a carnivore, it wont eat the plants.

I looked into that Coralife SuperSkimmer. I like it. Is it a good choice? Also, is the Magnum canister filter any good?

 

[melosu58]

I love my excalibur

 

[binaryterror]

How much are they.

 

[greenmaji]

http://bigalsonline.com/catalog/category.xml?pcid1=3203;category_id=3043

 

[natman2]

When it comes to skimmers you pretty much get what you pay for. I don't think you will like either of the ones you linked. Better to wait until you can afford a better one than to throw away half the money you need on a good one buying a piece of junk.

 

[binaryterror]

I see what you mean, but I am going to need one right away for the animals in the tank.