Nano Cube( Which one would be better)?

[Stingray12]

This one is $500

Nano-Cube HQI Aquarium Kit

*High tech nano reef aquarium with advanced built-in features*Popular Nano-Cube aquarium upgraded for serious reef hobbyists*Metal halide aquarium lighting, protein skimmer, wavemaker, and more!

Comprehensive, compact aquarium system designed for the nano reef enthusiast. The new 28 gallon Nano-Cube HQI system maintains the stylish, clutter-free appearance of an integrated aquarium setup but boasts the power and capabilities of larger, custom aquariums. The Nano-Cube HQI is a new class of nano reef systems designed to satisfy the specific conditions necessary to successfully house hard corals, small polyp stony (SPS) corals, and clams. Enjoy advanced features including, 150 watt 14000°K HQI metal halide lighting, 3-stage filtration, counter-current protein skimmer, nocturnal LED lighting, alternating wavemaker, 532 gph flow rate, built-in cooling fans, and more. Glass aquarium with rounded corners for seamless panoramic viewing. Measures 18" x 22" x 22" high. Features:

• 150 watt 14000°K HQI metal halide lighting
• (4) Nite-Vu LED lighting with separate power cord
• (2) UL-Listed Accela Powerheads (266 gph each for a 532 gph total)
• (2) Directional flow nozzles
• (1) Ocean Pulse Duo - Alternating wavemaker
• (4) Integrated cooling fans (3,000 RPM's)
• Counter current protein skimmer with air pump
• 3-stage filtration with removable media basket
• Center overflow system
• Designated area for a heater
• Flame retardant ABS canopy housing
• Thermal protector for canopy (Auto Shut Off protection

 

[Stingray12]

Or this one:
The larger, 24 gallon Nano Cube Deluxe expands possibilities for avid nano reef hobbyists. With more usable space for fish, corals, and other aquarium inhabitants, this larger model features two 36-watt 50/50 compact fluorescent lamps offering 72 total watts or 3 watts of lighting per gallon. Measures 18" x 18" x 19-3/4" high. 290 gph. UL-Listed.

I want to get both hard and soft corals, plus clams. This one 240.00

 

[Stingray12]

any1?

 

[ShadowBass]

The first one.
The 2nd is only 3 watts per gallon CF, not too good for what you seem to be going for. The whole reason the deluxe is cheaper is because it doesn't have the same options or lighting as the HQI system.

Also look into a 24g HQI aquapod, they're cheaper with the same overall lighting as a 28g HQI nanocube.

 

[Stingray12]

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