Essential Equipment for a Reef Tank on a Budget

Name: Reefify
Address: Phoenix, AZ, US
Telephone: +16026765476
Price range: $$

Beginner

You don't need to spend thousands to start reefing. Essential budget equipment: AIO (all-in-one) tank ($150-300), a decent LED light like AI Prime or Nicrew ($100-200), a small protein skimmer ($50-100), heater with controller ($30-50), refractometer ($20), and a basic test kit ($30). Total startup cost can be under $500. Where to save: buy used equipment, start with dry rock, and dose two-part instead of buying a calcium reactor early on.