Skimmer Reviews

[Sicklid]

Hello Reefers,
Im about to upgrade my current skimmer witch is a Aquaready HOB 1.5,
My tank volume is approximately 80 gals including the sump volume
My bio load is heavy with many fish that eat 4 times a day pellets and some frozen food once a day as well.
Currently my phosphate levels are around 0.018 ppm, nitrates around 25 ppm,
Im looking to buy the Bubble Magus Curve 5 Elite Protein Skimmer

Does any one have a recommendation for good protein skimmer?
Thanks reefers


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[Tommy Ngo]

That’s an excellent choice, because that come with a reliable Sicce pump. It’s very quiet and for the price you can’t beat it.

 

[joseserrano]

Agree with above. Aquamaxx, thnze, and reef octo are also good alternatives

 

[drexel]

A quality skimmer should have a reliable pump, easy to disassemble and doesn't have a lot of moving parts. I'm a huge Deltec fan, but think Tunze and Reef Octo are great skimmers.

 

[Sicklid]

Thanks for your opinions guys, I was watching some videos about the Reef Octopus Essence s-130, price is higher than the Bubble Magus Curve 5 Elite Protein Skimmer but I like that I can operate it between 7-8 inches of water on my sump
Which one should I buy guys?
Thanks again

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[wishntoboutside]

You can not go wrong with the reef octo line of skimmers they just work as are easy to dial in.

 

[Jimbo327]

I run a RO. It's great.

 

[andre]

I can vouch for the Reef Octo Classic. Great skimmer and easy to dial in. Its also pretty simple to make a skimmer stand out of eggcrate if you need to.

 

[DanK.Reefer]

I have a RO130 essence on 1 tank and it works well. I have a BM curve 3 on another tank and it also works well. The BM took a little longer to dial in but it cranks out very well. The Reef Octo I think is easier to dial in.

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[DanK.Reefer]

Also its a bit of a drive but here is a listing of some BM skimmers for cheap that you could probably ship for like $20. Check with @fity2pounder

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[Dooly]

I have a used curve 7 elite for $120 in la mirada

 

[OldReefGuy]

Take a look here also:
https://store.coralvue.com/outlet-shop-by-product/outlet-protein-skimmers

 

[ilyad]

I've used a few skimmer brands in my time (Reef Octopus, Nyos, Bubble Magus, Warner Marine). If you decide to up your budget, I am currently using a Ultra Reef brand one and its one hell of a skimmer. Super easy to dial in, very very quiet, and built like a tank. It is quite a bit pricier than the other ones you've looked at but personally it was worth it for me.

Im also going to post up my Nyos 120 for sale here tomorrow when I am able to get onto my computer with the pics. If you are local and interested.

 

[Rb122191]

I have a used curve 7 elite for $120 in la mirada

Is this still available?

 

[OldReefGuy]

Thanks for your opinions guys, I was watching some videos about the Reef Octopus Essence s-130, price is higher than the Bubble Magus Curve 5 Elite Protein Skimmer but I like that I can operate it between 7-8 inches of water on my sump
Which one should I buy guys?
Thanks again

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ON SALE: https://store.coralvue.com/reef-octopus-essence-s-130-protein-skimmer-open-box