Best option for a skimmer??

[Rich440]

Looking to find a cheap skimmer that's does its job for a 30 gallon reef tank
Not looking to spend over 50 or 60 bucks on one
Just spent $400 on lights alone and that doesn't include the new tank,rocks,and coral iv already bought
If anyone has any suggestions please lmk

 

[mr_X]

There is no skimmer that's worth your time and money that you can buy for 60 bucks. I would skip the skimmer completely for a 30 gallon tank. You can provide nutrient export with water changes quite easily.

 

[Rich440]

Just looking for somethin to help with water changes
Trying to do water changes every other week

 

[mr_X]

Just feed reasonably and don't overstock. Like I said, all the small nano type skimmers are pretty crappy. Most HOB skimmers put micro bubbles in the water, and also look horrible hanging on the side of the tank.

 

[Rich440]

It's a coral only tank so there is no feeding or overstocking in the picture

 

[mr_X]

You will need something in there to feed the corals and keep a bacteria colony going. I would suggest at least adding one fish.

 

[MarinaClown]

This: Hydor Slim Skim Nano Internal Skimmer for Mini Aquariums and Reefs 23-35 gal
http://amzn.com/B004GB0NX8

 

[Rich440]

I'm not gonna worry about a skimmer
I have two clownfish from another tank I'm going to put in with and monitor feed levels and do frequent water changes
No biggie

Big thanks to everyone helping out