best skimmers red sea vs reef octo vs eshoppes

[jft]

what skimmer would you chose for a 125 gallon tank FO plus 40 gallon sump and why?

 

[Screwgunner]

The only reason we use them is to slow down on water changes. They are both good skimmers but my preference would be octopus.

 

[Gtinnel]

Of those brands I would choose the reef octopus, but to be fair of those 3 brands it’s the only one I’ve used.

 

[PigDaddyF15E]

I won't buy another Reef Octopus. Been a couple of years but I heard they were bought out...then I had this issue which was never resolved. Eventually just glued the pieces together...the last time I looked...the build video still shows the incorrect piece.

ReefOctopus Elite-150 Assembly NEED HELP!

So I'm trying to put together the Elite 150 INT with the "instructions" they provide. The "instructions" are no more than a diagram of the parts. I am attempting to put the T-Joint onto the base but it doesn't seem right. When I google videos they were provided a T-Joint that was LARGER than...

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EDIT: No matter what brand you choose...I would get one with a DC pump. A gate valve to help control the output would be helpful as well.

 

[jtichenor]

The Reef Octo Elite 150 is the best for me because the DC pump can be controlled with the Hydros controller. It skims great too.

 

[jft]

Thanks Does the Elite 150 take up alot of space?

 

[arafas]

reef octupus is really good. I know people had issues with red sea, with overflowing and to dial in. eshops mot sure. I have a maxspect duo skimmer in mine. Its a beast.

 

[Blue Spot Octopus]

Regal 150SSS 6" Space Saving Protein Skimmer (VarioS) - Reef Octopus
This, you do not need the best, get this saves some money and spend on other things.
There is one for sale in the used section, I would buy it, but just how many skimmers do I need?

 

[Rams]

I used all of them and ended up with deltec..deltec skimmers are beast if you change your mind.

 

[Geebs19]

Ive had Reef Octops and Red Sea and I LOVED the Red Sea, im so bummed it doesnt fit my new tank and sump. That thing started skimming the second I turned it on and ran like a champ and was super quiet.

 

[jhadaway]

Got a reef octo classic 150 and it does a great job on my wb 100.3. Check out open box specials too. Always seems to be a few good ones in there.

 

[design.maddie]

I had constant issues with my RSK300 on my RS200XL. I worked with it for about 18 months before just tossing it in the bin.

 

[Manny’s Reef]

You'll never hear my octo elite 150. I constantly check to make sure its on. It is. And the 150 is a decent size that fits in a lot of sump setups. I have the 750 xxl and the standard sump. No issues at all with in fitting in the sump. Great footprint. The controller is also 1-10v controllable. I love the level sensor as well. Avoids messy spills.