Miricle Mud or what else?

[MitchM]

I've seen example after example of successful tanks running with Miracle Mud. I've heard of only a couple of disappointments.
I've never been a fan of "systems" that solve all your problems, so I decided to get some myself, and incorporate it into a DSB I had running in one of my sumps. My mangrove and macro algae did fantastic, (I've been unable to grow either previously) and I saw no ill effects from the MM.
If it wasn't so expensive, I would try the system on a separate set up of mine. It's not that I can't afford the system, it's just that I can't see the value for the price charged. A good ole' DSB and knowledge about reefs in general will do the same thing, IMO.
I think that a Miracle Mud system is a simple way of having a successful reef tank. I know of no equivalent product to it, though.

Mitch