Editor's Choice - Our Favorite 30 Inch Aquarium Lights

1. MarineLand LED Aquarium Natural Shimmering Light

User Ratings: 75 5

MarineLand 32996 First Impressions

"It is very bright!"

This one beats them all and now Im going to have to get back into some stem plants. But now was an opportunity to upgrade. Even the torch, frogspawn and brain at the bottom of the tank is doing well. I can set it for 3-12 hours so helps save me sometime before work in the morning. Wanted to return it but decided to keep it for my quarantine tank. I have a very big 55 gallon corner tank that had a big hood on the top. I'd use it for a frag tank or maybe even a coral QT.

• MarineLand LED Aquarium Natural Shimmering Light
• BRIGHTER LIGHT White LEDs create a shimmering illumination that mimics sunlight’s natural underwater effect – now 25% brighter compared to previous model white LEDs
• NIGHT LIGHT EFFECT Enjoy your aquarium at night by switching to the blue night light mode
• RUBBER FEET Use with a glass canopy – rubber feel minimize slipping
• SIZE For aquariums up to 30 inches long
• Age Range Description: All Life Stages
• Update the look of your aquarium with this LED aquarium light and a glass canopy
• Long lasting 60 mW LEDs, never replace a light bulb again
• Energy efficient, low voltage power supply helps reduce energy costs
• Manufacture: Marineland
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 4 x 1 inches; 12 Ounces

• Editor's Impressions Of The MarineLand 32996
• Brightness [star rating='4']
• Quality [star rating='5']
• Value For Money [star rating='4.7']
• Affordability [star rating='3.6']

Peoples Choice - Other Highly Rated 30 Inch Aquarium Lights

2. GloFish Blue LED Aquarium Light

User Ratings: 75 3

GloFish 29014 First Impressions

"Before I begin!"

Therefore you cannot use this fixture on a customer timer. It illuminates my 20g long fish tank entirely and perfectly. Its sold in different lengths and worked great for this light. Overall a good competitor to Nicrew. I am very pleased and plan to get the smaller version for my betta tank. The plants love it and it's easy on the eyes. So my ALL Blues run alone one hour before and an hour after.

• GloFish Blue LED Aquarium Light
• AQUARIUM LIGHT: Easily convert an aquarium into a stunning home for your GloFish fluorescent fish.
• BLUE LED LIGHTS: Suspend GloFish LED Aquarium Light over your aquarium cover to enhance your tank.
• FOR UP TO 10 GALLONS: Add to your 10-gallon aquarium to create the ultimate GloFish environment.
• UNIVERSAL USE: Fits aquariums up to 30 inches long – use with a glass or clear plastic canopy.
• Use one for 5-10 gallon aquariums; use two for 20-55 gallon aquariums.
• Manufacture: GloFish
• Product Dimensions: 3 x 1.88 x 8.56 inches; 8 Ounces

• Editor's Impressions Of The GloFish 29014
• Brightness [star rating='3.7']
• Quality [star rating='4.5']
• Value For Money [star rating='4.3']
• Affordability [star rating='4.6']

3. MQ 8-24 in Submersible LED Aquarium Light, Newest 240° Angle Underwater LED Light, Color Changing w...

User Ratings: 64 8

MQ First Impressions

"The color looks great."

Most lights make it still so dark you can't see. It's not an issue now that I understand it, but I thought it was broken at first. This one beats them all and now Im going to have to get back into some stem plants. The person I sold them to had one start smoking and burnt out the white channel. I have the tank set up as a riverine system, but fairly well planted. I eventually saw the tracking slip and it was terrible. The built-in schedule will restrict you which is super annoying.

• MQ 8-24 in Submersible LED Aquarium Light, Newest 240° Angle Underwater LED Light, Color Changing with Remote Control, 5050 RGB LED Fish Tank Light, 9.3-13W, for Fish Tank 9-30 inch
• 240° Wide-angle Lighting - This LED light for fish tank is made of double row beads, 240°Angle irradiation range for fish tank. The irradiation range is wider and brighter, and the corner of the fish tank is also clear. Provide a perfect living environment for your fish and plants.
• Colorful Visual Effect - 24 keys controller can provide 16 colors and 4 modes for your fish tank. Intelligent switching, intelligent remote control. Multi Color Changing LED Lamp gives bright light effects and a totally different vision.
• Energy Saving - 5050 LED lights chip make the fish tank lights 35% brighter than others. 5050 RGB four core lamp beads are safe, low heat and long-lasting. Can be widely used in fish tank, turtle tank, reptile tank, pond and so on.
• Safety Design - The streamlined housing design and the heat-dissipating aluminum alloy groove make it have better heat dissipation, as well as the humanized power line separation design. And the explosion protection acrylic glass give a more clear and safer light for your aquariums.
• IP68 Waterproof – The fish tank light can be fully submerged in water and work underwater. 2 Strong Suction Cups allow you to fix the submersible fish tank light to the specific place as you wish.
• Manufacture: MQ

• Editor's Impressions Of The MQ
• Brightness [star rating='3.9']
• Quality [star rating='4.5']
• Value For Money [star rating='4.3']
• Affordability [star rating='3.7']

Here Are Some Other Related Aquarium Lights

4. Galapara UV Light Lamp Submersible LED Lights for Aquarium Fish Tank Light Pond Submersible Water �...

User Ratings: 57 12

Galapara First Impressions

"Thanks Julio!"

The purple hue bugged me that much I returned it. I'm very happy with the light performance. For the price these lights are incredible. PAR readings were taken with an apogee par meter. Sadly I can't really use it yet because the glass canopy I ordered hasn’t arrived. Trust me u will not be disappointed! I was skeptical about only having 3 lighting types at first.

• Galapara UV Light Lamp Submersible LED Lights for Aquarium Fish Tank Light Pond Submersible Water ，make aquarium clean AC110-120V (7W)
• 【 WARNING 】 Light Will Kill Fish if don't separate the fish from the lights! Recommended to use this lamp in aquarium filter system
• 【good quality】High quality filament for high performance and energy-saving. Suitable for controlling malignant bacteria in aquarium and fish tank.Adopt explosion proof quartz glass tube for high transmission of ultraviolet ray.
• 【 Fast Clean 】the UV Light Lamp help to remove the green in the fish tank, pond, make it clear.
• 【safe】Safe water-proof design for totally submersible use.Powerful suction cups for adjusting position freely.Independent power switch is great for safer use.
• 【 Warm Tip 】Due to the long transportion, after receiving the parcel,so please check carefully whether the bulb is intact, if broken or have any crack mark, please contact our service, we will send new replacement parcel in 24 hours.wish you a happy day！
• Part Number: ITO3187358908725ZW
• Material: Glass
• Item Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Batteries Included?: No
• Batteries Required?: No

• Editor's Impressions Of The Galapara
• Brightness [star rating='4.3']
• Quality [star rating='4.1']
• Value For Money [star rating='3.3']
• Affordability [star rating='4']

5. Fluval Plant Spectrum 3.0 Bluetooth LED Strip Light 15-24", 22 Watts

User Ratings: 85

Fluval First Impressions

"So we used tape."

The following Monday they shipped a new power supply. The ramp timer also seems to help the fish and shrimp a lot, especially newer ones. If necessary, I'll just buy one more and I'm sure I'll be fine. It's been about a month since the new LED light came in. Seems to be doing pretty well for my planted tank also! What happens when you mix a lot of blue with a little red. I plan to upgrade all of my aquariums to this light.

• Fluval Plant Spectrum 3.0 Bluetooth LED Strip Light 15-24", 22 Watts
• Features programmable, gradual 24-hour light cycle settings (sunrise, midday, sunset and night)
• Includes six unique band waves for full spectrum results
• Includes optional pre-set habitat light configurations like Lake Malawi, Tropical, and Planted
• Manufacture: Hagen
• Material: Plastic, Metal
• Item Weight: 2.2 pounds
• Color: Black
• Batteries Included?: No
• Batteries Required?: No

• Editor's Impressions Of The Fluval
• Brightness [star rating='5']
• Quality [star rating='5']
• Value For Money [star rating='4.6']
• Affordability [star rating='4.5']

6. MingDak LED Aquarium Light, Fish Tank Light Under Water Light Submersible Crystal Glass Lights White...

User Ratings: 72 4

MingDak First Impressions

"Best thing I did!"

You'll have to DIY it, and even then it might not look great. Therefore you cannot use this fixture on a customer timer. Programming the lights was a breeze, and it lights up my tank well. This lights had the reviews i was looking for. That said, I tried it out today and it's gorgeous! I am going to have to order more for my 55s after seeing what this one can do . I initially planned to put this light on a 10 gallon with some javaferns and moss.

• MingDak LED Aquarium Light, Fish Tank Light Under Water Light Submersible Crystal Glass Lights White Light/Blue Light
• Output 12V/0.5A Brighter than 5V/1A
• Great for night viewing,Great night light and tank illuminator,cool White LEDs add a shimmering effect to your reef
• Mingdak's fish tank litht bar brings the light to the inside of your aquarium. The in-frame mounting allows you to see the light without seeing the fixture
• All are fully submersible and come with suction cups to give you endless possibilities on how to use these systems.Super water resistant
• Safe and low voltage:LED lights is 20% brighter and is designed for reliable, long-term performance
• Manufacture: MingDak
• Product Dimensions: 7.09 x 0.98 x 0.98 inches; 5.29 Ounces

• Editor's Impressions Of The MingDak
• Brightness [star rating='5']
• Quality [star rating='4.4']
• Value For Money [star rating='5']
• Affordability [star rating='4.9']

7. LED Aquarium Lights, Waterproof 18 LEDs Fish Tank Light Bright Underwater Submersible Light for Smal...

User Ratings: 53 11

GZKANFUL First Impressions

"The color looks great."

I was skeptical about only having 3 lighting types at first. So my ALL Blues run alone one hour before and an hour after. The timer mode utilized seems like the only timer mode I wouldn't really ever want. Just got this light today, and WOW! The daytime lights are MUCH brighter than the lights my Top Fin hood has built in. The adjustable brightness levels are awesome too. Check out the photos on this 20 gallon grow out tank.

• LED Aquarium Lights, Waterproof 18 LEDs Fish Tank Light Bright Underwater Submersible Light for Small Aquarium Fish Tank, White (7.5inch-18 LEDs)
• IP68 Waterproof --- This aquarium light is IP68 waterproof, can working submersible underwater or out of water. Please note that the power adapter and switch are Non-submersible!
• White color lighting --- Great for night viewing,Great night light and tank illuminator,cool White LEDs add a shimmering effect to your reef.
• 18 LED bulbs --- This waterproof aquarium light is 7.5" long and build-in with 18 LED bulbs, brings bright white lighting.
• Removable suction cup --- This LED aquarium light equipped with 2 easy install suction cups, you can easily put it on the bottom, on the top or any where you want to decorate your fish tank.
• Universal use --- This LED fish tank light can be widely used in fish tanks, cisterns, rockeries, pet cages and others. Bright LED gives a day lighting support for your fish and reptiles.
• Manufacture: GZKANFUL
• Material: Abs plastic
• Item Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Color: 7.5inch-18 Leds
• Batteries Required?: No

• Editor's Impressions Of The GZKANFUL
• Brightness [star rating='3.3']
• Quality [star rating='3.9']
• Value For Money [star rating='3']
• Affordability [star rating='4.1']

8. hygger Full Spectrum Aquarium Light with Aluminum Alloy Shell Extendable Brackets, White Blue Red LE...

User Ratings: 79 3

hygger First Impressions

"It is awsome!"

The plants love it and it's easy on the eyes. The timer mode utilized seems like the only timer mode I wouldn't really ever want. So I contacted customer service and asked them to send me a new transformer. Even the torch, frogspawn and brain at the bottom of the tank is doing well. All my plants doubled in size in a month as shown in the pictures. I am going to have to order more for my 55s after seeing what this one can do . I have a very big 55 gallon corner tank that had a big hood on the top.

• hygger Full Spectrum Aquarium Light with Aluminum Alloy Shell Extendable Brackets, White Blue Red LEDs, External Controller, for Freshwater Fish Tank
• 【Ultra Bright Led Light】this aquarium led light is DC12V/14W, 5730 large leds, super bright, makes the aquarium water look more sparkly clean.Suggest for fish tank 18 inch to 24 inch in width, support low-to-mid light level plant growth. Input: AC100-240V/60HZ. Suitable for freshwater aquarium, not for saltwater use
• 【Adjustable Brackets】the fish tank light comes with 2 metal and 2 plastic mounting brackets, which are both freely extendable. You can easily to install this led fish tank light on most aquarium tanks, with cover or no, with rims or rimless
• 【3 Light Color Modes】this aquarium light has 3 light modes: White LEDS, Blue+white+red LEDS, Red+ blue LEDS, it's very easy to shift the color by press the second button for 1 to 3 times on the controller. Color changes will make your one aquarium change to 3 different wonderful views
• 【Brightness & Timing】 you can adjust the light brightness from 100% to 10% according to your prefer or the light needs of the plants, 5 levels of brightness in total. Besides, on the external controller, you can set the lighting time to 3, 6 or 12 hours by pressing the third button for 1 to 3 times
• 【Durable Aquarium Light】low profile mounting bracket fish tank light, with aluminum alloy metal shell，has a nice feel and fast heat dissipation. With high-quality leds, energy efficient, can last up to 20000 hours of lighting
• The whole light shell is aluminum alloy metal, nice touch feel, fast heat dissipation.
• Comes with 2 kinds of extendable mounting brackets.
• External controller has memory function when timer is off in case of power-down.
• Manufacture: hygger
• Product Dimensions: 16.2 x 3.2 x 2.4 inches; 1.39 Pounds

• Editor's Impressions Of The hygger
• Brightness [star rating='5']
• Quality [star rating='3.9']
• Value For Money [star rating='4.2']
• Affordability [star rating='5']

9. Current USA Dual Adjustable Aquarium Light Arm Mount Kit

User Ratings: 77

CURRENT 4192 First Impressions

"I love it."

I am very pleased and plan to get the smaller version for my betta tank. I have to once again sing praises for this light and company. Another note, there are more blue LED than red LED. I am going to have to order more for my 55s after seeing what this one can do . It illuminates my 20g long fish tank entirely and perfectly. I'm very happy with the light performance. My plants have been pearling by late evening since installing the light.

• Current USA Dual Adjustable Aquarium Light Arm Mount Kit
• LOW PROFILE DESIGN - Low profile design provides a sleek, stylish look.
• UNIVERSAL FIT - Fits most rimless and framed tanks up to 1.5 inches thick
• EASY INSTALLATION - Mounts directly to aquarium tank
• ADJUSTABLE POSITIONING - Allows light to be adjusted front-to-back and in height
• COMPATIBILITY - Compatible with Current USA, Orbit Marine LED, Orbit IC LED, Satellite LED Plus, Satellite LED Plus PRO, SereneSun LED and SereneSun LE PRO
• Manufacture: CURRENT
• Product Dimensions: 15 x 2.5 x 7.5 inches; 3.03 Pounds

• Editor's Impressions Of The CURRENT 4192
• Brightness [star rating='3.9']
• Quality [star rating='5']
• Value For Money [star rating='5']
• Affordability [star rating='4.3']

10. DOCEAN LED Aquarium Light, Acrylic Fish Tank Light, Upgraded LED Aquarium Light IP68 Waterproof Fish...

User Ratings: 72

DOCEAN First Impressions

"✔ Very fast shipping!"

I really like that I can get a 24-hour effect with the timer. I've had these lights for three weeks and so far they are AWESOME. As long as you seal it before using it, it should perform well. Programming the lights was a breeze, and it lights up my tank well. I've had these lights for three weeks and so far they are AWESOME. Also note this is an initial impression review. The corals look beautiful and the color spectrum is great.

• DOCEAN LED Aquarium Light, Acrylic Fish Tank Light, Upgraded LED Aquarium Light IP68 Waterproof Fish Tank Lights Submersible Underwater Aquarium Lights
• PRODUCT SPECIFICATION: US plug, NO RGB. 15* 5050SMD LED lights beads, approx 11inches/28cm aquarium lighting bar.
• EASY to USE and CLEAN: 2 suction cups use to attach the fish tank light bar to the aquarium directly, so you can easily put the aquarium light bar anywhere you love . On/off switch design, so you do not need to plug out the adapter every time. Acrylic outer tube is very easy to clean.
• IP68 WATERPROOF RATE: This LED fish tank light uses acrylic outer tube and plastic protection caps to protect light beads and aluminum substrate, so it can put into/out of water, but the power adapter with switch is not submersible!
• SAFETY and GOOD QUALITY: DC12V output voltage, so it is harmless for you and your fish. The fish tank LED lights uses explosion protection acrylic outer tube, so fish cannot bite the light.
• CUSTOMER SERVICE: 180 days guarantee. If any problems happen during this period, please contact us for help, we will help to solve ASAP.
• Manufacture: DOCEAN

• Editor's Impressions Of The DOCEAN
• Brightness [star rating='5']
• Quality [star rating='5']
• Value For Money [star rating='4.6']
• Affordability [star rating='3.9']