Best Protein Skimmer for 150?

[Scoot]

Having a system built for a new home - the guy is quoting me a "no-name" skimmer for just under $500.

I can get an AquaC EV-180 with Mag 7 for about $380.

Are there any other good (cheaper) alternatives? But good ones?

[melosu58]

This is a good one that is much cheaper.

http://www.drsfostersmith.com/Produc...&N=2004+113771

[Scoot]

How does that compare to the AquaC 180 or the EuroReef 180? I'm looking at both of these coming in around $400 - twice the price of the XL Red Sea skimmer.

Anyone have feedback on that one?

[Steven Pro]

I would chose an ASM, Euro-Reef, or Aqua-C skimmer.

[Devilishturtles]

I agree with Aqua-C. This thing is amazing on my tank, very productive, and not that expensive in the scheme of things.

[Scoot]

I'm down to the Aqua C 180 and the EuroReef 180. Both are coming in around $400 with pump. I'm sure either would be a HUUUUGE step up from my CSS 125

[melosu58]

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