refractomer or hydrometer

[WhoPoopWrasse]

I started out with a hydrometer and it was always off, it wouldn't read the same thing twice in the space of 5 minutes so I switched to a refractometer...

[StirCrazy]

Originally Posted by Aquattro

Using the same hydrometer I've had for 10 years. Checked it once against a refractometer, it was bang on.

I think someone needs to update this post.

Steve

[Keri]

I like my refractometer, I had little faith in my hydrometer being right as I was always getting bubbles in it. I just don't have the patience to flick them all out

[Aquattro]

Originally Posted by StirCrazy

I think someone needs to update this post.

Steve

Shut up!! Yes, my trusty hydrometer finally gave up, and threw y salinity off (1.030). I've since bought a refractometer

[RSM]

Refractometer = accuracy.

[saltwater-virgin]

Originally Posted by marie

I use both, I use the hydrometer because its quick and easy to use and i periodically use the refractometer to check on the accuracy of the hydrometer

I do the same

[fragNplug]

Finaly got a refractometer, 60$ at redcoral, my hydrometer was out by .04
my supposed 1.024 sal was actully 1.029

[Mrfish55]

I use the pinpoint salinity meter, it has been checked against a refractometer and my old hydrometer and all three are accurate.

[dkcrx]

After reading this thread, I'm going to get a refractometer tonight, now I don't trust my 8 year old hydrometer.

[0sprey]

Refractometer. Fast, easy, reliable. Hydrometers are a PITA.