Question for all of you that have or SELL controller's

[PoonTang]

I chose the Apex because of the support out there and the fact that I could monitor and control my tank from anywhere either by phone or Internet. The Apex also allows you to receive alerts both by text messages to your cell and emails. Another reason that I went with the Apex was they already had stuff built into their controllers that DA had been promising for a year and still not delivered.

[The Grizz]

Originally Posted by PoonTang

I chose the Apex because of the support out there and the fact that I could monitor and control my tank from anywhere either by phone or Internet. The Apex also allows you to receive alerts both by text messages to your cell and emails. Another reason that I went with the Apex was they already had stuff built into their controllers that DA had been promising for a year and still not delivered.

The RFE has a module called NET that does the same thing and now comes with both the RKE and the RKL packages.

[Doug]

I have had my Reefkeeper for close to 4yrs. now. Not a problem except a temp probe failure. I now keep them on hand and replace as needed, every year or so, just in case. Also had nothing but great customer support from them.

I would have no problem going with one of the newer RK models but if I had a large tank and was doing it all again may choose the Profilux models sold by several of our sponsors.

[The Grizz]

So I think I am leaning towards the Reef Keeper Elite, here is what I would get:

ReefKeeper Elite (NET)
Package Contents:
1 x ReefKeeper Elite Head Unit (GC1)
2 x RKM-PC4 (total of 8 outlets)
1 x RKM-SL1 (Inputs: pH, ORP, Temperature, 2 x Switch Ports)
1 x RKM-NET
1 x Temperature probe
1 x Digital Aquatics pH probe
1 x SID - System Interface Device
1 x 6' USB Cable
1 x 6' Bus Cable
2 x 3' Bus Cable
2 x 1' Bus Cable
1 x 7' CAT5 Ethernet Cable
10x Mounting Screws

SL2
Package Contents:
1 x RKM-SL2 module
1 x 3' Bus cable
2 x Mounting Screws

I would also get a double float switch and when available the new version probe for conductivity.

[Slick Fork]

I've got the profilux and am quite happy with it. I would consider the controller as an investment... consider all the things you'd love to do to the tank and buy the controller that will grow with you.

With a tank your size, I would NOT buy the cheapest one that will "work for now". It should facilitate your add-on goals, not limit them.

[The Grizz]

I hear ya Chris, I really don't for see any more major add-on to this tank. I am almost happy with the way it is and the RKE has a lot more that I could add down the road. I just like the simple set-up factor, I have talked to a few people with both APEX and RKE and most say RK is a little easier to set-up and run. As my wife will have to be show how it work to it has to be a little easier.

[Slick Fork]

Don't know what the other two you are looking at cost but this is a good deal on a profilux

http://www.canreef.com/vbulletin/sho...threadid=70598