Editor's Choice - Our Favorite AQUANEAT Aquarium Lights

1. AQUANEAT LED Aquarium Light Full Spectrum Fish Tank Light 12" 20" 24" 30“ 36" 48" Multi-Color Fres...

User Ratings: 73 3

AQUANEAT First Impressions

"So far A+ rating."

The ramp timer also seems to help the fish and shrimp a lot, especially newer ones. Both are quality lights, well built with excellent output. I am running 20 something aquariums and have multiple lights running in my fishroom. I changed my review and contacted Hygger. That said, I tried it out today and it's gorgeous! I added a moon light separately and all is good. Best of all you see the true color of your plants and fish.

  • AQUANEAT LED Aquarium Light Full Spectrum Fish Tank Light 12" 20" 24" 30“ 36" 48" Multi-Color Fresh Water Light
  • Fits aquarium tank from 18" to 24" in length with adjustable mounting brackets
  • Light body without docking brackets: 17” L x 2.7” W. Tank thickness: No limit to rim size
  • Configuration: Total 42 LEDs, 30 pcs 6500K white LED, 6pcs blue LED, 3 pcs pink LED, 3 pcs Green LED
  • Mode: all lights on and all lights off
  • Super bright and energy efficient LEDs, suitable for all freshwater NOTE: KEEP THE LIGHT AWAY FROM THE SPLASHING WATER
  • Manufacture: AQUANEAT
  • Editor's Impressions Of The AQUANEAT
  • Brightness [star rating='5']
  • Quality [star rating='4.5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.4']
  • Affordability [star rating='5']

AQUANEAT Final Thoughts

"No remote."

The Nicrew comes with 2 different brackets to make sure it fits your aquarium. Overall build quality is really good. It has multiple settings, dimmer and a TIMER! My main display has been running with ecotech radions. It's so bright, I was concerned that I would bleach the corals at the 1 setting. It should be much further down the cord so that it can be hidden if desired. They truly stand behind their products for the full 1 year warranty.

Overall Score
4.5

[star rating="4.5"]
(717 Points)

Peoples Choice - Other Highly Rated AQUANEAT Aquarium Lights

2. Aquaneat Aquarium Light White and Blue LED 12" 20" 24" 30" 36" 48" Fresh Water Fish Tank Light

User Ratings: 75 3

AQUANEAT First Impressions

"Well worth it I think!"

The purple hue bugged me that much I returned it. The daytime lights are MUCH brighter than the lights my Top Fin hood has built in. Both are quality lights, well built with excellent output. It's been a few years since I left this review and thought I'd leave an update. However, each brings a distinct look to the tank. So these lights obviously can produce SPS required PAR light levels. It does give a nice look though if that's what you're going for.

  • Aquaneat Aquarium Light White and Blue LED 12" 20" 24" 30" 36" 48" Fresh Water Fish Tank Light
  • Fits aquarium tank from 18" to 24" in length with adjustable mounting brackets
  • Light body without docking brackets: 17” L x 2.7” W. Tank thickness: No limit to rim size
  • Configuration: total 42 LEDs, 36pcs 6500K white LED, 6pcs blue LED
  • Mode: all lights on and all lights off
  • Super bright and energy efficient LEDs, suitable for all freshwater. NOTE: KEEP THE LIGHT AWAY FROM THE SPLASHING WATER
  • Manufacture: AQUANEAT
  • Editor's Impressions Of The AQUANEAT
  • Brightness [star rating='4']
  • Quality [star rating='4.3']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.8']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.9']

AQUANEAT Final Thoughts

"My cats love it!"

So these lights obviously can produce SPS required PAR light levels. I like that it has a timer built into the control module too. My only concern is that the lowest setting is very bright. I contacted NICREW they were great with customer service. Even the torch, frogspawn and brain at the bottom of the tank is doing well. I actually thought the tank had constant algae blooms before I got this light. So if you set it to white only, it will default to ALL lights on.

Overall Score
4.6

[star rating="4.6"]
(358 Points)

3. Aquaneat LED Aquarium Light Color Adjustable 12" 20" 24" Fish Tank Light Marine FOWLR Blue and White...

User Ratings: 63 5

AQUANEAT First Impressions

"I'm very pleased."

They truly stand behind their products for the full 1 year warranty. As long as you seal it before using it, it should perform well. All of the LEDs appear to illuminate and the lights dim smoothly. Thanks u so much Hygger for all the amazing equipment u offer. Both are quality lights, well built with excellent output. I think the blue lights are meant to be an evening light. Its sold in different lengths and worked great for this light.

  • Aquaneat LED Aquarium Light Color Adjustable 12" 20" 24" Fish Tank Light Marine FOWLR Blue and White
  • Color adjustable with 3 group of LED lights, each group can be turned on and off separately
  • Group 1: only 26 pcs white lights on if you do not like blueish tank; Group 2: 3 blue lights on for night mode; Group 3: another 3 blue lights on
  • There are totally 7 combinations you can set to meet all your need. With the design which blue and white can be controlled separately, you can adjust the color of your tank. If you want more blue, turn on all the blue lights.
  • Fits aquarium tank from 11" to 14" in length with adjustable mounting brackets
  • Suitable for Fresh Water Tank: bright, energy efficient and long lasting full spectrum LEDs emit enough light for your fresh water fish. NOTE: KEEP THE LIGHT AWAY FROM THE SPLASHING WATER
  • Manufacture: AQUANEAT
  • Editor's Impressions Of The AQUANEAT
  • Brightness [star rating='3.8']
  • Quality [star rating='4.3']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.4']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.6']

AQUANEAT Final Thoughts

"I'll elaborate in a bit."

It's not too bright and not too dim. This tank is 15 years old with lps and sps corals. All of the LEDs appear to illuminate and the lights dim smoothly. Its sold in different lengths and worked great for this light. This light is amazing, especially for the price. This one beats them all and now Im going to have to get back into some stem plants. It does give a nice look though if that's what you're going for.

Overall Score
4.3

[star rating="4.3"]
(221 Points)

4. AQUANEAT Aquarium Led Clip Lamp Light 48 LEDs Multi Color Full Spectrum Blue White Nano Fish Tank Li...

User Ratings: 68 7

AQUANEAT First Impressions

"Acting completely normal."

This light has some great intensity to it. Suprized how well it lights up this tank. ‍♂️Rgbw, Multiple settings, 3 stage timer. They did well enough during the time I had them. They are so much nicer than the florescent lights that came with my tanks. I purchased 2 of these lights for my 90 gal reef tank. You'll have to DIY it, and even then it might not look great.

  • AQUANEAT Aquarium Led Clip Lamp Light 48 LEDs Multi Color Full Spectrum Blue White Nano Fish Tank Light Up to 10 Gal (Blue White for Rimmed Tank)
  • Suitable for all freshwater, cichlids (not for plant)
  • Totally 48 LEDs: 40 pcs white light, 8 pcs blue light
  • Soft arm can be adjusted by any angles and positions; Suitable for standard rimmed tank up to 0.6" (17mm) thick
  • Recommend aquarium tank size: Up to 10 Gal, tank length: 12" - 20"
  • Two Mode: All lights on and All lights off
  • Manufacture: AQUANEAT
  • Item Weight: 7.2 ounces
  • Batteries Included?: No
  • Batteries Required?: No
  • Editor's Impressions Of The AQUANEAT
  • Brightness [star rating='3.4']
  • Quality [star rating='4']
  • Value For Money [star rating='5']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.7']

AQUANEAT Final Thoughts

"Highly recommended!"

I really wanted to like this light, but ultimately it didn't work for me. So if you set it to white only, it will default to ALL lights on. Overall, this LED light gives new fish tank owners the best bang for the buck. So I contacted customer service and asked them to send me a new transformer. Sealed very well and the shipping was next day. When I ordered my second light it arrived with a dead transformer. Just got this light today, and WOW!

Overall Score
4.4

[star rating="4.4"]
(119 Points)

5. NICREW ClassicLED Gen 2 Aquarium Light, Dimmable LED Fish Tank Light with White and Blue LEDs, High ...

User Ratings: 46

NICREW First Impressions

"It's working fine now."

It's been a few years since I left this review and thought I'd leave an update. As long as you seal it before using it, it should perform well. I am going to have to order more for my 55s after seeing what this one can do . Thanks u so much Hygger for all the amazing equipment u offer. I may purchase this if I decide to start a frag tank. I am going to have to order more for my 55s after seeing what this one can do . The adjustable brightness levels are awesome too.

  • NICREW ClassicLED Gen 2 Aquarium Light, Dimmable LED Fish Tank Light with White and Blue LEDs, High Output, Dual-Channel Timer Included
  • The 2nd generation of the ClassicLED aquarium light, more LEDs and 50% brighter
  • Programmable dual-channel timer simulates a 15-minute sunrise and sunset effects and sets the straight ON/OFF mode without dimming
  • Adjustable mounting brackets to fit rimless or rimmed aquariums from 30 - 36 inches in length
  • Ideal for freshwater, saltwater fish-only and low-high light level aquarium plant tanks
  • This product is recommended for use over glass or acrylic canopy-covered aquariums
  • Manufacture: NICREW
  • Editor's Impressions Of The NICREW
  • Brightness [star rating='4.2']
  • Quality [star rating='4.3']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.4']
  • Affordability [star rating='2.6']

NICREW Final Thoughts

"But I didn't need them."

It illuminates my 20g long fish tank entirely and perfectly. I'd use it for a frag tank or maybe even a coral QT. The last pic is the blue setting on the NICREW light. I contacted Nicrew support over the weekend and received a reply within hours. It's not too bright and not too dim. The adjustable brightness levels are awesome too. Trust me u will not be disappointed!

Overall Score
3.6

[star rating="3.6"]
(4 Points)

6. VIPARSPECTRA Timer Control Dimmable 165W 300W LED Aquarium Light Full Spectrum for Grow Coral Reef M...

User Ratings: 75 4

VIPARSPECTRA First Impressions

"I did not."

I'd use it for a frag tank or maybe even a coral QT. The last pic is the blue setting on the NICREW light. The 300w light is 16lbs, so I wouldn't trust using drywall anchors to mount it. I thought they were fairly easy to set up. So my ALL Blues run alone one hour before and an hour after. No bad algae, Corals show great expansion, nice growth, and good coloration. This light is even better than I expected!

  • VIPARSPECTRA Timer Control Dimmable 165W 300W LED Aquarium Light Full Spectrum for Grow Coral Reef Marine Fish Tank LPS/SPS
  • VIPARSPECTRA Timer Control Series V165 LED Aquarium Light is scientifically engineered to keep the balance of the PAR output and coverage.
  • Internal timer allows you to turn the light on or off automatically and separately. Dimmable feature can be used to adjust two channels brightness individually.
  • V165 is full spectrum with our proprietary layout, which is contributed by thousands of ReefCentral members, has had years of success.
  • Suitable for all photosynthetic corals, be sure to acclimate your tank or new corals to the new light by slowing increasing its exposure/intensity to the light.
  • 1 year local warranty plus 30 days satisfaction or return guarantee.
  • Full spectrum that mimic natural light to help corals/fish achieve the best balance.
  • Built-in-Timer with two on/off settings one for blue and the other one for white.
  • Two channels brightness can be adjusted from 0% to 100% separately.
  • Manufacture: VIPARSPECTRA
  • Product Dimensions: 16 x 8.5 x 2.4 inches; 9.3 Pounds
  • Batteries: 1 Product Specific batteries required. (included)
  • Editor's Impressions Of The VIPARSPECTRA
  • Brightness [star rating='3.6']
  • Quality [star rating='4.6']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.5']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.2']

VIPARSPECTRA Final Thoughts

"Switch has 3 settings."

Just got this light today, and WOW! It has multiple settings, dimmer and a TIMER! They truly stand behind their products for the full 1 year warranty. What happens when you mix a lot of blue with a little red. My only concern is that the lowest setting is very bright. The daytime lights are MUCH brighter than the lights my Top Fin hood has built in. I really wanted to like this light, but ultimately it didn't work for me.

Overall Score
4.5

[star rating="4.5"]
(846 Points)

7. LED Aquarium Light, KINGBO 18W Refugium Light Aquarium LED Light Fish Tank Light Bulb with 6-Band Fu...

User Ratings: 74 4

KINGBO KB-AL18-01 First Impressions

"Switch has 3 settings."

This is another awsome product from hygger. This light coming in at 6500 kelvin is perfect! I think the blue lights are meant to be an evening light. They did well enough during the time I had them. I just set them up today so I will adjust and update this review accordingly. I am so in love with this lights and looking forward to start a new planted tank. But now was an opportunity to upgrade.

  • LED Aquarium Light, KINGBO 18W Refugium Light Aquarium LED Light Fish Tank Light Bulb with 6-Band Full Spectrum for Coral Reef Saltwater Tank Plants Growth
  • 【High Power/Lumen/PAR Value】This led refugium light design with 18pcs 1watt super bright LEDs, 90 degree Optical Lens, ensure the fish tank led light more concentrated, reducing 30% light loss, improved high PAR/Lumen output and maximize Growth.
  • 【Full Spectrum 6-Band】The LED aquarium lights includes professional full spectrum includ cool white14000K 4pcs/ 6500K 2pcs, blue 460nm 8pcs, uv 420nm 2pcs, red 630nm 1pcs, green 520nm 1pcs. This fish tank lights can help your fish, corals and reefs need the full spectrum to grow.
  • 【Better Heat Dissipation】The saltwater aquarium light build with new upgraded 0603 aluminum cooling heat sinks, keep good temperature even after 24 hours of continuous use, longer lifespan of light and health growing of fish, coral and reef.
  • 【Easy to Used】This fish tank led light is designed to fit standard E26/E27 sockets, 100~240V AC, Easy to set up and use. The led fish tank lights suitable for freshwater/saltwater fish/coral tank small nano and pico aquariums.
  • 【Worry-Free Warranty】12 months warranty plus 30 days satisfaction or return guarantee, 100% money back. If you have any questions, you can contact us by clicking on sold from - on the product detail page or on the Amazon order page and you will be directed to--Ask a question - to send us a message. We will provide you with a professional guide to help your plants grow better.
  • Design with 18pcs 1W super bright LEDs with lens, high power/lumen/PAR value.
  • Full spectrum 6-band, includ cool white/blue/uv/green/red spectrum the most usefull royer for your fish coal reef tank.
  • Better heat dissipation and easy to used, 100~240V AC, E27 PAR38 LED aquarium bulb.
  • Manufacture: KINGBO LED
  • Part Number: KB-AL18-01
  • Material: Glass, Metal
  • Item Weight: 1.05 pounds
  • Product Dimensions: 4.8 x 4.8 x 5 inches
  • Color: 6-band Full Spectrum
  • Style: Coastal
  • Power Source: Corded Electric
  • Batteries Included?: No
  • Batteries Required?: No
  • Editor's Impressions Of The KINGBO KB-AL18-01
  • Brightness [star rating='4.4']
  • Quality [star rating='5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.6']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.9']

KINGBO KB-AL18-01 Final Thoughts

"It is very bright!"

The last pic is the blue setting on the NICREW light. It's so bright, I was concerned that I would bleach the corals at the 1 setting. This tank is 15 years old with lps and sps corals. They immediately sent out the package via UPS but UPS lost it. This light is amazing, especially for the price. My only complaint is the missing seal. So these lights obviously can produce SPS required PAR light levels.

Overall Score
4.5

[star rating="4.5"]
(124 Points)

8. Marine Saltwater Aquarium Light for 10-30 Gallon or 12-18 inches Nano Reef Coral Tank 18W Full Spect...

User Ratings: 65 7

LUXCARE 40A First Impressions

"What a pain!"

Like most led strips, this is low profile and thin. It's been a few years since I left this review and thought I'd leave an update. No pictures because the camera on the phone couldn't pick it up. The second pic is my old Top Fin light for comparison. Overall build quality is really good. I am so in love with this lights and looking forward to start a new planted tank. It's been about a month since the new LED light came in.

  • Marine Saltwater Aquarium Light for 10-30 Gallon or 12-18 inches Nano Reef Coral Tank 18W Full Spectrum Light Including Royal Blue (410- 430 nm) Royal Violet (390- 400 nm) , LPS & SPS 80 LEDs
  • PMMA Lens/High Power/Lumen/PAR Value:Total Power 18W and up to 100μmol PAR value at 11.8 inches height. Design with 80pcs Full Spectrum LEDs, 60 degree Optical Lens, ensure the light more concentrated and reducing 30% light loss, improved high PAR/Lumen output and maximize Growth.
  • Full Spectrum 7-Band: 80pcs LED inside. Professional full spectrum light include green (490-560 nm),red (630- 790 nm),royal blue (410- 430 nm),royal violet 390- 400 nm),blue (465 nm),blue (430- 480 nm). Suitable for freshwater and Saltwater aquarium, Reef ,Coral LPS & SPS.
  • Two lighting modes: Full spectrum LEDs for coral tank landscape + coral growth or Blue LEDs only for coral growth, created especially for Saltwater aquarium ,Reef ,Coral LPS & SPS
  • Adjustable Light Color :You can adjust light mode and brightness ;Tap “M” button to Switch 3 light modes, hold button for 4 seconds to turn it off .Tap “W” button to control brightness of White LEDS and Tap “B” button to control brightness of blue LEDs .
  • Safety voltage: 20V input voltage with UL listed wall plug switch power. Our 30-day money back guarantee policy and 3 Years Warranty.
  • Manufacture: LUXCARE
  • Material: Metal
  • Item Weight: 1.52 pounds
  • Color: Black
  • Batteries Included?: No
  • Batteries Required?: No
  • Editor's Impressions Of The LUXCARE 40A
  • Brightness [star rating='4.6']
  • Quality [star rating='3.6']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.4']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.1']

LUXCARE 40A Final Thoughts

"Look at this!"

Overall build quality is really good. I have a very big 55 gallon corner tank that had a big hood on the top. This light has some great intensity to it. Has all the functions I need and want, and I am happy with this purchase. I am running 20 something aquariums and have multiple lights running in my fishroom. This will also give you the blue lights while the whites are on throughout the day. However, each brings a distinct look to the tank.

Overall Score
4.3

[star rating="4.3"]
(51 Points)

9. Coralife T5 Replacement Lamp Colormax

User Ratings: 52 25

Coralife 100105624 First Impressions

"But for a DISPLAY."

All of the LEDs appear to illuminate and the lights dim smoothly. I purchased three of these for my 240 gallon reef tank and they work incredibly well. No pictures because the camera on the phone couldn't pick it up. However, each brings a distinct look to the tank. Programming the lights was a breeze, and it lights up my tank well. I got my light today couldn't wait to put it on my blackwater tank. Programming the lights was a breeze, and it lights up my tank well.

  • Coralife T5 Replacement Lamp Colormax
  • High-intensity output that enhances the natural beauty of freshwater fish and plant
  • Color-enhancing phosphors that provide full-spectrum light
  • Simulates the sun at high noon with a slight cloud base
  • Energy efficient
  • Manufacture: Coralife
  • Product Dimensions: 2.1 x 36.8 x 1 inches; 6.4 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Coralife 100105624
  • Brightness [star rating='3']
  • Quality [star rating='3.9']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.9']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.2']

Coralife 100105624 Final Thoughts

"- no color control."

This light is even better than I expected! It's so bright, I was concerned that I would bleach the corals at the 1 setting. This is another awsome product from hygger. I thought they were fairly easy to set up. For the price these lights are incredible. Thanks u so much Hygger for all the amazing equipment u offer. I eventually saw the tracking slip and it was terrible.

Overall Score
3.6

[star rating="3.6"]
(35 Points)

10. Finnex Stingray Aquarium LED Light

User Ratings: 66 5

Finnex JL-30S First Impressions

"100% recommend!"

I have a very big 55 gallon corner tank that had a big hood on the top. Sealed very well and the shipping was next day. Its sold in different lengths and worked great for this light. I contacted NICREW they were great with customer service. So these lights obviously can produce SPS required PAR light levels. Thanks u so much Hygger for all the amazing equipment u offer. It's not an issue now that I understand it, but I thought it was broken at first.

  • Finnex Stingray Aquarium LED Light
  • 30" Pencil Thin Multi Color LED Fixture
  • (32) 7000k + (8) Actinic Blue LEDs + (8) 660nm Red LEDs
  • True 660nm RED High CRI Scoring LED Bulbs
  • 16 Output Watts
  • Tri-color Blend to Promote and Showcase Inhabitants
  • Manufacture: Finnex
  • Product Dimensions: 30 x 2 x 0.75 inches; 1.4 Pounds
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Finnex JL-30S
  • Brightness [star rating='4.5']
  • Quality [star rating='3.8']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.1']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.5']

Finnex JL-30S Final Thoughts

"They are pretty clear."

If you're considering using the LED stick-on lights to upgrade- don't bother. I think the blue lights are meant to be an evening light. Overall, this appears to be a good light for the price. I purchased three of these for my 240 gallon reef tank and they work incredibly well. My only concern is that the lowest setting is very bright. All of the LEDs appear to illuminate and the lights dim smoothly. I've had these lights for three weeks and so far they are AWESOME.

Overall Score
4.4

[star rating="4.4"]
(93 Points)

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