Metal Halides vs. T5's vs. LED's vs. Ecofriendly Bulbs Which is better?
 

I am curious how many Canreefers out there use any of these types of lighting and maybe describe why you think this way? Have you tried them all?

Let the voting begin!:biggrin:

LED fan. Price, annual costs, repair are what got me hooked. And intensity of the light. Not to mention, nearly zero heat output!!!!!

LED fan as well.

oh boy, here we go!!

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.. I use MH+T5 combo :-)

The only reason not to use LED is financial.

or you simply do not like how LEDs look :-)

Tried LED.....Switched back to MH/T5.

Or you like better coral colors..:)

That can't be the only reason. I use a MH/T5 combo and I am super content with this fixture that I see no need to switch to LED. Oh, and I should mention that I have seen a few set ups that use LED lighting and I have not been impressed, so this is not just about money. I have the cash for it and I chose my current MH/T5 fixture over any LED fixture.

Correct. I had MH, switched for humidity reasons, and the MH was a better light. It has a few negatives for sure, but for coral growth and color, as well as the overall look of the tank, I prefer MH.