Supernova26 March 16, 2011 Share March 16, 2011 So it is about time for me to get a controller for my 90 reef. I have read a bit about them and I am kind of torn. My final 3 are above. If you had to pick one for yourself which would you pick. I am personally leaning towards the Apex but i can be persuaded otherwise. You can throw another name that is not in the list. The only request I have is that it has to cost less than 500. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LanglandJoshua March 16, 2011 Share March 16, 2011 I am going to try to get the reefkeeper elite. Its so infinitely expandable, that and for anyone with a smart phone and an obsession for their reef. I think that it is the ultimate nerve calmer. Just to be able to check in on the tank every fifteen minutes, from anywhere in the world. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supernova26 March 16, 2011 Author Share March 16, 2011 I believe you can do the same with the Apex. Someone please correct me if I am wrong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supreme Reefs March 16, 2011 Share March 16, 2011 I believe you can do the same with the Apex. Someone please correct me if I am wrong. Yeah you can have it so you can check on your tank status with your smart phone for apex as well. I have an apex lite and love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Country March 16, 2011 Share March 16, 2011 More members on here have the neptune systems controllers so if you need help with a problem it's easier to get help so I would go with the APEX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldReefer March 16, 2011 Share March 16, 2011 I loved my Aquacontroller III and now my Apex. It is great having a large installed base. There are lots of experienced users to help out and plenty of opportunity to pick up pieces used on RC. I also spent an hour this Sunday trading emails with the owner of the company sorting out a minor software issue. The support is amazing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Der ABT March 16, 2011 Share March 16, 2011 have an acIII and love it, for the price of these things used its just great, you can get it to your smart phone though it takes a lill set up where the apex is pretty much just internet settings. one day ill have an apex or whatever the next gen is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mando77 March 16, 2011 Share March 16, 2011 I just bought the apex and am glad i bought it. U have to factor that there are more neptune products in peoples home because they have been around a while and they are a trusted name with very good customer service. You cant go wrong with the apex for the money its the best controller. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypertech March 16, 2011 Share March 16, 2011 (edited) Go with the Apex. The reef keeper lite is a deal at the price point, but no way I would spend more money than that on a Digital Aquatics product. Their customer service is horrible and they are always over promising and under delivering. As to the post above suggesting that the RKE is infinitely expandable implying that the Apex is not - well, I just don't understand that. The Apex does everything the RKE does and then some. Apps are available to connect to the Apex via iphone, android and maybe some others. Go with the Apex. If you don't need the variable ports and the extra pH probe, get the lite. They are otherwise identical. A brs probe works fine. There is an appeal to the reef angel in that I like to tinker and it is probably more customizable, but I wouldn't recommend it to most people since I don't think it is really a consumer product - more of a DIY style project almost. Edited March 16, 2011 by hypertech Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluce March 16, 2011 Share March 16, 2011 I have an RKL - so not sure about the elite, but I read that the RKE like the RKL is much easier to setup out of the box. I heard that neptune products require alot more tweaking and programming - that is not to say they are not as good, just a little more complicated to get going (what I have heard) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypertech March 16, 2011 Share March 16, 2011 I just don't think that's accurate. Once you connect it to the network, it is very easy to go with standard programming. There are drop down boxes for most typical uses and no programming at all is required. Just a couple boxes to fill in for setpoints. If you want to, you can select advanced and write your own program. Basically, my opinion is that the people spreading that rumor have never used an apex. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L8 2 RISE March 16, 2011 Share March 16, 2011 What about the new profilux touch? I don't know anything about it, but it looks cool Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypertech March 16, 2011 Share March 16, 2011 Its just a screen and costs almost as much as the complete controllers he listed. I've never owned Profilux stuff, but I'm pretty sure you still have to buy the profilux controller on top of that. But, it does look cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roni March 16, 2011 Share March 16, 2011 i've got the aquatronica and i think it falls into the category of "too much" for the average consumer. i may end up selling it to someone who likes to tinker and get a more idiot proof controller Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supernova26 March 16, 2011 Author Share March 16, 2011 (edited) ..... Edited March 16, 2011 by Supernova26 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supernova26 March 16, 2011 Author Share March 16, 2011 Thanks everyone for the input. Does the Apex come with ATO sensors or do I need to purchase them sepparately? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad March 16, 2011 Share March 16, 2011 separately. You need a breakout box and whatever you plan on using for a level sensor (float switch, pressure switch, etc.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad March 16, 2011 Share March 16, 2011 I do not have an apex, but I have researched it extensively. I found this to be very useful for figuruing out what I would need and how to go about using it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lhcorals March 16, 2011 Share March 16, 2011 What about the new profilux touch? I don't know anything about it, but it looks cool I have a couple of buddies that have the Profilux. They say its really nice but really difficult to set up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supernova26 March 16, 2011 Author Share March 16, 2011 Very well. Apex it is. Do you guys know of any LFS who usually carry them? i don't mind ordering online but just thought I would check the locals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jager March 16, 2011 Share March 16, 2011 i know way back BRK had the apex. I would imagine sean @ F&F could also order it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad March 16, 2011 Share March 16, 2011 I second that BRK has them (not sure if they are in stock, but they do carry them, there was a recent thread that discussed it). I also know that Petland does not have them and cannot get them. But other than that, I am not sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supernova26 March 16, 2011 Author Share March 16, 2011 Thanks guys. BRK is a little drive for me so I better call first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Origami March 16, 2011 Share March 16, 2011 I'd go Apex. I have an AC-III and can can access it from my Android phone. The same applies for the Apex. BRK is your local source. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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