Lovesalt Posted February 16, 2016 Share Posted February 16, 2016 I need to invest in a new set. Which should I get? Or should I buy the kits separately? Advice much appreciated! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milesmiles902 Posted February 16, 2016 Share Posted February 16, 2016 It depends on what you are testing for. I think some test kits provide a level of accuracy that is needed, while others are just over the top. Either way, you'll be paying for the level of accuracy. I use the Reef Master Test Kit by API for most of the common things tested (pH, NO3-, NO2- and NH3), but I also have a single calcium test kit by API. For more specific things like magnesium and alkalinity I use a Red Sea test kit. I have dabbled with the API phosphate test kit, but I am color blind and can't use it effectively. Some people swear by it, others don't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exodus Posted February 16, 2016 Share Posted February 16, 2016 I say keep at least 2 Test kit sets around, It doesn't matter what manufacturer you have every once in awhile a test will be inaccurate and before making any rash decisions in correcting the problem you see, you have another brand to get a second result from. the Most commonly used though are API, Red Sea & Salifert. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubbarockies Posted February 16, 2016 Share Posted February 16, 2016 I am partial too the red sea kits for ca alk and mag. The titration method it uses is excellent imo, minimizing user error. I don't really have much preference for the rest though. API is generally cheapest and most available. I strongly agree with exodus though. Either have a second "fresh" kit to check readings or get someone else to confirm before making changes. Just my .02 Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StayPuff Posted February 16, 2016 Share Posted February 16, 2016 I lov my hanna they have been 100% on and if i feel they are not i test with my API as a back up and yep all good.. But i love digital put a drop in and read it for ya 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt Posted February 16, 2016 Share Posted February 16, 2016 Either red sea or hanna checker!!! It is so nice to do a test with the hanna and it gives you a number instead of a color. They are almost idiot proof and we'll worth the money!! IMO. sent from a Samsung note 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uliulimaka Posted February 22, 2016 Share Posted February 22, 2016 I like the red sea kits. Thinking about picking up some hanna checkers though. looks like they simplify things! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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