FREE TEST of IOAOI In-Sump Protein Skimmer, DC Pump with Controller, 120-160 Gals Tank

IOAOI · Jan 17, 2023

Hello family members of R2R，
We're launching a FREE TEST of IOAOI big skimmer on R2R. US only.
This is an in sump skimmer which has a very special base design.
We truly look forward to receiving your objective and detailed feedback.
To sign up - Like & comment on this thread.
Don't forget to post a pic of your beautiful tank.
We'll send you a PM.
LOL

Cthulukelele · Jan 17, 2023

Have a 120 I run an RO INT150 classic. Would love to give this a try instead and compare performance for you.

flashsmith · Jan 17, 2023

160 here. I'll give it a try and give honest feedback

dlsorensen · Jan 17, 2023

IOAOI said:
Hello family members of R2R，
We're launching a FREE TEST of IOAOI big skimmer on R2R. US only.
This is an in sump skimmer which has a very special base design.
We truly look forward to receiving your objective and detailed feedback.
To sign up - Like & comment on this thread.
Don't forget to post a pic of your beautiful tank.
We'll send you a PM.
LOL

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I have a 125g that has been running 6 months. I recently started carbon dosing and I am not happy with the amount of noise or footprint of my current skimmer.

Maximitsurugi · Jan 18, 2023

Well @IOAOI you know I’m available for testing. I have 2 tanks running and I’ll be putting the skimmer on one of those. They both run Vertex Omega Protein Skimmers so it will be a good comparison to see how @IOAOI
stacks up.

I’ll test for for quality of skimmate pulled, wattage, build quality etc. Please expect that any review I do will be very objective. I won’t be doing anyone any favours.

This system is the youngest system. I’ve documented this build in my build thread here on R2R and on Instagram. I’ve built everything by hand since I’m working on building systems for others as a business. Even the rocks are built from scratch. You can follow it and other stuff here.

https://instagram.com/st.novakai?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

However I’m thinking I’ll put the skimmer on the Acro dominant system that I’ll post later, that has fat fish and lots of poop.

IOAOI · Jan 18, 2023

Cthulukelele said:
Have a 120 I run an RO INT150 classic. Would love to give this a try instead and compare performance for you.
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Thank you for your interest. PM sent.

dlsorensen · Jan 18, 2023

dlsorensen said:
I have a 125g that has been running 6 months. I recently started carbon dosing and I am not happy with the amount of noise or footprint of my current skimmer.View attachment 2979957

After looking into @IOAOI I'm excited for the prospect of helping to test and report back!

Gtinnel · Jan 19, 2023

I have a 125 that I’m running an old Vertex Omega 180i that I could try this on.

I rarely take full tank shots but here is one I found on my phone where I was playing with some lenses.

I could also try this on my Red Sea Max S400 that is currently using a very old Bubble King Mini 160, but to be a permanent replacement for the Bubble King it would have its work cut out for it. My Bubble King does a great job.

FishPham · Jan 19, 2023

I have a 50 Nuvo and been thinking about switching skimmers since my simplicity skimmer won't tune properly. This would be nice!

Azederach · Jan 19, 2023

I have a 175 gallon that was recently moved and disturbing the sand had upped the nutrient load . It has just transitioned from green water to surface algae. It needs moderate skimming under changing conditions. Cleanup crew going in soon, then fish and soft corals. Old skimmer was DIY, I would love to try a new skimmer.

Gtinnel · Jan 19, 2023

@tbrown3589 it seems like I remember you being interested in their bigger skimmers.

rc8t6353 · Jan 19, 2023

I have a 60 Cube that's always had nitrate issues. Currently running a 6 year old RO 110 classic that takes up too much space in my diy sump. The dimensions of your skimmer would save loads of space and hopefully help get my nitrates under control !

tbrown3589 · Jan 19, 2023

Gtinnel said:
@tbrown3589 it seems like I remember you being interested in their bigger skimmers.

Yep! Thanks! Not sure why it doesn't notify me when they post.

tbrown3589 · Jan 19, 2023

125 mixed reef!

IOAOI · Jan 19, 2023

Gtinnel said:
I have a 125 that I’m running an old Vertex Omega 180i that I could try this on.View attachment 2981294
I rarely take full tank shots but here is one I found on my phone where I was playing with some lenses.

I could also try this on my Red Sea Max S400 that is currently using a very old Bubble King Mini 160, but to be a permanent replacement for the Bubble King it would have its work cut out for it. My Bubble King does a great job.
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So glad to meet you here. You are our first followers. We won't forget that.