Okay hit me with your best shot...just don't mention bubblekings..ca't afford

Something on par with the ATI Bubblemaster 200, which is excedingly difficult to find in Canada. There is only one location i know of and they never got back to me, put it that way. I've looked at the octopus ones, but the DIY'in looks not that great. I am as they say a little behind the times in skimmer technology. Last tank ran great without one, but this time i figure what the hail.
So gimme all your opinions good/bad etc..
Thanks guys/gals