reef angel or apex?

[daniella3d]

I cannot connect the controller via cable as my router is on the second floor..way too far away from the aquarium, so I need wifi. Yes I want to use this for an Iphone, to monitor and maybe control.

Can I get the Apex to do what I want for less than 400$?

If I need to buy an ATO or some other module with the Apex to do the ATO then it is added cost. Do you get a PH probe with the Apex lite? or do you need to buy one?

For wifi I guess one can use a game adapter for the Apex, or the wifi module, again more cost.

Originally Posted by Reef Pilot

There are some good comparisons on RF; here is just one example.
http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh....php?t=2184396

I recently acquired an Apex, and can see no limit of things I can do with it, from ATO, flood prevention, etc, etc. I think that is its big advantage, being able to add modules and program it to do almost anything you want. I haven't researched the Reef Angel, but understand it is not as comprehensive and expandable.

But am curious about what you are looking for with wifi communication to your iPhone. With the Apex, it is connected to your home network and internet through your router, so works with anything that is connected to the internet and your router (incl wifi to your iPhone) . Also you can add wireless connectivity between your Apex and your router (just don't use it for firmware upgrades). Of course I am assuming you have a wifi router (who doesn't?).

[subman]

I'm using one of these on my son's apex:
Www. dx.com/p/vap11g-ieee802-11b-g-wifi-bridge-blue-100432?item=18

Cheap and works great

[Maverick00]

Ive had good a experiance with this wireless bridge

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/NETGEAR+...2001&cp=1&lp=1

I kept losing connection on my iphone but found out it was due to the apex firmware being out of date.

[Reef Pilot]

Originally Posted by daniella3d

Can I get the Apex to do what I want for less than 400$?

No, not if you want ATO and wifi. I don't know much about the RA, but I'm sure once you start using it you'll want to do a lot more with it. I have the Breakout I/O box, and it gives you a lot more DIY capabilities.

I have my Apex controller downstairs too, from my router, but just drilled a hole and fished a network cable down and over to where I needed it. I also have a theater room down there, so used an old router as a switch so I can connect to more devices.