Editor's Choice - Our Favorite Fluval Aquarium Lights
1. Fluval Aquasky LED Strip Light, 35 Watts
User Ratings: 82 3
Fluval First Impressions
"My cats love it!"Both are quality lights, well built with excellent output. They inquired about the issue with the item and then they replaced it right away. They did well enough during the time I had them. The following Monday they shipped a new power supply. My standard 10 gallon tank's hood finally crapped out on me. I thought they were fairly easy to set up. I bought the smaller one without realizing it.
- Fluval Aquasky LED Strip Light, 35 Watts
- 6500K white LEDs with tri-colored RGB LEDs offer an adjustable light spectrum
- Replicates various natural environments, as well as creating cloud cover, fading lunar, storm and lightning effects
- Skypad remote control: adjust your color & sky effects; choose from up to 11 preset sky effects and a wide array of color selections
- 120 degree light dispersion for full area coverage and uniform lighting
- Extendable mounting brackets allow easy installation on a variety of aquarium widths
- Manufacture: Fluval
- Item Weight: 3.04 pounds
- Editor's Impressions Of The Fluval
- Brightness [star rating='4.2']
- Quality [star rating='5']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.2']
- Affordability [star rating='3.8']
Fluval Final Thoughts
"The blues are beautiful."Wanted to return it but decided to keep it for my quarantine tank. It's not an issue now that I understand it, but I thought it was broken at first. The entire process took only a few days. Will purchase from them again in the future, highly recommended. They immediately sent out the package via UPS but UPS lost it. My only complaint is the missing seal. Mainly keeping montiporas, Xenia, birds nest, gorgonians, various sinularia.
Overall Score
4.7
(327 Points)
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Peoples Choice - Other Highly Rated Fluval Aquarium Lights
2. Fluval Fresh and Plant 3.0 LED Light Fixture, 46 Watt
User Ratings: 83 1
Fluval 14522 First Impressions
"Acting completely normal."I am so in love with this lights and looking forward to start a new planted tank. What happens when you mix a lot of blue with a little red. But I will stick with the Nicrew classic LED PLUS as it also has full spectrum. Therefore you cannot use this fixture on a customer timer. My main display has been running with ecotech radions. I am so in love with this lights and looking forward to start a new planted tank. The purple hue bugged me that much I returned it.
- Fluval Fresh and Plant 3.0 LED Light Fixture, 46 Watt
- 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: Fluval
- Item Weight: 8.8 ounces
- Product Dimensions: 35.83 x 2.64 x 1.02 inches
- Editor's Impressions Of The Fluval 14522
- Brightness [star rating='4.9']
- Quality [star rating='5']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.7']
- Affordability [star rating='5']
Fluval 14522 Final Thoughts
"Then the bars slide out."Overall a good competitor to Nicrew. However, each brings a distinct look to the tank. You just position it over the glass strip where the old strip light used to sit. I like that it has a timer built into the control module too. The adjustable brightness levels are awesome too. All my plants doubled in size in a month as shown in the pictures. Trust me u will not be disappointed!
Overall Score
4.7
(210 Points)
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3. Fluval Marine and Reef 3.0 LED Strip Light 48"-60"
User Ratings: 76 4
Fluval 14517 First Impressions
"They are pretty clear."So these lights obviously can produce SPS required PAR light levels. This light has some great intensity to it. This one beats them all and now Im going to have to get back into some stem plants. I am running 20 something aquariums and have multiple lights running in my fishroom. The timers are exactly what I needed to create sunrise and sunset effect. This is another awsome product from hygger. However, each brings a distinct look to the tank.
- Fluval Marine and Reef 3.0 LED Strip Light 48"-60"
- Full Spectrum Marine & Reef LED Lighting
- With essential actinic blue spectral wavelengths
- Promotes and supports strong coral growth and color
- Balanced combination of multiple LEDs for optimal coral photosynthetic activity, growth & viewing
- Features 6 unique LEDs, including 400, 420, 440, 460nm LEDs for outstanding blue spectrum coverage
- Manufacture: Fluval
- Item Weight: 4.49 pounds
- Product Dimensions: 48.03 x 2.64 x 1.02 inches
- Editor's Impressions Of The Fluval 14517
- Brightness [star rating='4.9']
- Quality [star rating='4.1']
- Value For Money [star rating='5']
- Affordability [star rating='5']
Fluval 14517 Final Thoughts
"I am loving it so far!"I can set it for 3-12 hours so helps save me sometime before work in the morning. Cycling through brightness levels is awkward as well. I think the blue lights are meant to be an evening light. My only concern is that the lowest setting is very bright. All my plants doubled in size in a month as shown in the pictures. When I disassembled it- I found the light had no seal on either end cap. We just run the bright lights during the day.
Overall Score
4.6
(108 Points)
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4. Fluval AQUASKY 2.0 LED Aquarium Light 15-24"
User Ratings: 86 3
Fluval First Impressions
"Hope it lasts."I have the tank set up as a riverine system, but fairly well planted. When I ordered my second light it arrived with a dead transformer. I actually thought the tank had constant algae blooms before I got this light. This light coming in at 6500 kelvin is perfect! This light has some great intensity to it. For the price you will not find a better light on the market. When I disassembled it- I found the light had no seal on either end cap.
- Fluval AQUASKY 2.0 LED Aquarium Light 15-24"
- Operated exclusively via mobile app
- Larger Touch-Switch surface and design offers stable control without any fuss
- Allows you co control the red, green, blue and super bright white LEDs individually
- Wider coverage – each individual LED casts 120° of illumination for wider, uniform lighting without dead spots
- Multiple weather effects – from stormy lightning to dense cloud cover, recreate seasonal systems from the world’s great fish habitats
- Manufacture: Hagen
- Editor's Impressions Of The Fluval
- Brightness [star rating='5']
- Quality [star rating='5']
- Value For Money [star rating='3.8']
- Affordability [star rating='3.8']
Fluval Final Thoughts
"Good build quality."Most lights make it still so dark you can't see. You just position it over the glass strip where the old strip light used to sit. The following Monday they shipped a new power supply. As long as you seal it before using it, it should perform well. This light has some great intensity to it. You'll have to DIY it, and even then it might not look great. The following Monday they shipped a new power supply.
Overall Score
4.7
(104 Points)
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Honorable Mentions - More Top Selling Fluval Aquarium Lights
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']
Fluval Final Thoughts
"Actual length of the 7."I initially planned to put this light on a 10 gallon with some javaferns and moss. I like that it has a timer built into the control module too. They did well enough during the time I had them. The adjustable brightness levels are awesome too. The daytime lights are MUCH brighter than the lights my Top Fin hood has built in. It's not an issue now that I understand it, but I thought it was broken at first. I have the tank set up as a riverine system, but fairly well planted.
Overall Score
4.8
(35 Points)
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Here Are Some Other Related Aquarium Lights
6. Aquarium Fish Tank Light Use 6 SMD RGB LEDs to Provide 16 Colors Changing and 4 Lighting Modes for B...
User Ratings: 72 5
Doomiyaa SPLANee1c36697558-433 First Impressions
"It worked."The person I sold them to had one start smoking and burnt out the white channel. This light is amazing, especially for the price. I thought they were fairly easy to set up. My standard 10 gallon tank's hood finally crapped out on me. But I will stick with the Nicrew classic LED PLUS as it also has full spectrum. I've had other Nicrew lights on other tanks and they have all performed well for me. Both are quality lights, well built with excellent output.
- Aquarium Fish Tank Light Use 6 SMD RGB LEDs to Provide 16 Colors Changing and 4 Lighting Modes for Background Decoration, 10000h Service Life, Full Waterproof, Wireless Remote Control, Doomiyaa
- [Colorful Changing]the fish tank light provide 16 colors changed and 4 lighting modes by use 6 Energy Efficient RGB LEDS for background decoration of aquatic fish and plants.
- [Long Lighting Time]the fish tank lamp have long 12 months service life because of using high quality leds and new technology.
- [Submersible LED Light]the aquarium light is full waterproof and not hot, so it can be placed on the bottom of the fish tank or outside of water by sucker.
- [Wireless Remote Control]the led aquarium light use IR system to control the colors and modes changing, adjust brightness. Please aim at the receiver when control the light.
- Package Include:1 x Aquarium Light, 1 x Power Adapter, 1 x IR Controller, 2 x Suckers, 1 x User Guide.
- Manufacture: DUOYANG
- Material: Acrylic
- Item Weight: 7 ounces
- Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 0.7 x 0.7 inches
- Color: 7.4''
- Style: Classic
- Batteries: 1 CR2 batteries required. (included)
- Power Source: Corded Electric
- Batteries Included?: Yes
- Batteries Required?: Yes
- Editor's Impressions Of The Doomiyaa SPLANee1c36697558-433
- Brightness [star rating='3.8']
- Quality [star rating='4.1']
- Value For Money [star rating='3.7']
- Affordability [star rating='5']
Doomiyaa SPLANee1c36697558-433 Final Thoughts
"Then it'll be 10 stars."I purchased 2 of these lights for my 90 gal reef tank. My only concern is that the lowest setting is very bright. It does give a nice look though if that's what you're going for. The daytime lights are MUCH brighter than the lights my Top Fin hood has built in. The remote that comes with the light leaves a lot to be desired. I've had these lights for three weeks and so far they are AWESOME. The adjustable brightness levels are awesome too.
Overall Score
4.5
(180 Points)
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7. Aquarium Lighting LED Fish Tank Hood Light Lamp for Freshwater Saltwater Marine Full Spectrum Blue a...
User Ratings: 83 5
PERSUPER First Impressions
"5 betta tank."Best of all you see the true color of your plants and fish. Thia works fantastic for my 75 G salt tank. Therefore you cannot use this fixture on a customer timer. Overall build quality is really good. If necessary, I'll just buy one more and I'm sure I'll be fine. However, each brings a distinct look to the tank. The timer mode utilized seems like the only timer mode I wouldn't really ever want.
- Aquarium Lighting LED Fish Tank Hood Light Lamp for Freshwater Saltwater Marine Full Spectrum Blue and White Decorations Light (11-18IN)
- Energy Saving & LED Light: super bright, energy-saving, durable LED fish tank light, bring amazing and natural effect to your aquarium, easy to use, external controler, adjust the effect and mode the of fish tank from outside with just a simple click.
- Water-Proof Hood: ABS black shell with adjustable mounting metal bracket, and it works all great for the tank with the length 11-18 inch.ensures that maximum light output is focused inside the marine aquarium, while five colors of 120-degree dispersion
- Variable light Modes:Our LED aquarium light are controllable—the user can shift color and intensity throughout the day to simulate dawn and dusk. full spectrum LED fluorescent lightning mode, blue LED luminous lamp multi-color light could be run at the same time, and it coud provide the promising lightning condition both for fresh water and sea water（Cool white light 6000 k-Yellow light 15000k）
- Better Plant Growth: While fish only aquariums can use basic lighting, our advanced LED aquarium lighting can simulate natural light cycles and weather, producing great output that benefit the plant growth of your fish tank.
- Built in Adjustable Frame: our absolute maximum light possible while avoiding any heating of the aquatic environment. The adjustable width aquarium frame mounts with extendable brackets to safely support and position the fixture of different tank sizes.
- Manufacture: PERSUPER
- Item Weight: 12.8 ounces
- Size: 11-18IN
- Editor's Impressions Of The PERSUPER
- Brightness [star rating='4.7']
- Quality [star rating='5']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.7']
- Affordability [star rating='4.5']
PERSUPER Final Thoughts
"Love this light!"It's not too bright and not too dim. Mainly keeping montiporas, Xenia, birds nest, gorgonians, various sinularia. When I disassembled it- I found the light had no seal on either end cap. There IS a purple hue to this fixture. Trust me u will not be disappointed! The adjustable brightness levels are awesome too. Overall a good competitor to Nicrew.
Overall Score
4.6
(30 Points)
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8. Beamswork DA 0.50W Series LED Pent Aquarium Light Marine FOWLR Cichlid (180cm - 72")
User Ratings: 85 4
Beamswork First Impressions
"It is plenty of light."The last pic is the blue setting on the NICREW light. When I ordered my second light it arrived with a dead transformer. I am running 20 something aquariums and have multiple lights running in my fishroom. The following Monday they shipped a new power supply. The purple hue bugged me that much I returned it. Will purchase from them again in the future, highly recommended. Overall build quality is really good.
- Beamswork DA 0.50W Series LED Pent Aquarium Light Marine FOWLR Cichlid (180cm - 72")
- Lumen: 8000
- LEDs: 176x 0.50 watt
- Config: 144x 10000K, 32x Actinic 460nm LEDs
- 2 Modes: All on / 32x only
- Timer Ready
- Manufacture: Beamswork
- Item Weight: 2.2 pounds
- Product Dimensions: 71.5 x 5.25 x 1.5 inches
- Batteries Included?: No
- Batteries Required?: No
- Editor's Impressions Of The Beamswork
- Brightness [star rating='4.2']
- Quality [star rating='4.8']
- Value For Money [star rating='5']
- Affordability [star rating='5']
Beamswork Final Thoughts
"2nd time Purchasing!"No pictures because the camera on the phone couldn't pick it up. The person I sold them to had one start smoking and burnt out the white channel. It's the best bang for your buck for a minimal reef light. PAR readings were taken with an apogee par meter. The last pic is the blue setting on the NICREW light. They inquired about the issue with the item and then they replaced it right away. This light coming in at 6500 kelvin is perfect!
Overall Score
4.7
(50 Points)
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9. JackSuper Bright Classic LED Aquarium Light, Reef Plant Fish Tank Light with Extendable Brackets, Aq...
User Ratings: 72 10
JackSuper First Impressions
"I love this light."This light is amazing, especially for the price. PAR readings were taken with an apogee par meter. When I ordered my second light it arrived with a dead transformer. Trust me u will not be disappointed! The second pic is my old Top Fin light for comparison. I just put half inch molding around the lights so they don't move. I contacted Nicrew support over the weekend and received a reply within hours.
- JackSuper Bright Classic LED Aquarium Light, Reef Plant Fish Tank Light with Extendable Brackets, Aquatic Plant Growth Lamp White and Blue LEDs
- 【Upgrade LED and Super bright】Full-spectrum white light with more than 88% high color rednering "HCRI" and can render any object closest to the natural color. Super safe LEDs for fish tank plants and fishes.
- 【Aplication】Suitable for freshwater or saltwater fish-only and low-high light level aquarium plants recommended for use over glass or acrylic canopy-covered aquariums
- 【Professionally designed】 1.35m Cable length, Made of the high luminance LEDs 7500K Color temperature, professionally designed for aquarium plant cultivation and fish,frog,turtle,chichlids
- 【Extendable Brackets】 Adjustable metal brackets to fit tank length from 7.5 inches to 11.5 inches and glass less than 0.3 inch thickness.
- 【Energy-saving LEDs】 LED lights are more energy-efficient than fluorescent bulbs and will save your money and last up to 20,000 hours.
- Manufacture: JackSupermall
- Product Dimensions: 8.85 x 1.61 x 0.31 inches; 6.38 Ounces
- Editor's Impressions Of The JackSuper
- Brightness [star rating='5']
- Quality [star rating='3.4']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.2']
- Affordability [star rating='4.9']
JackSuper Final Thoughts
"So far A+ rating."It's a simple design, easy and intuitive to set up, adjustable and fits great. For the price range of this light that is truly outstanding customer service. I actually thought the tank had constant algae blooms before I got this light. They immediately sent out the package via UPS but UPS lost it. I am running 20 something aquariums and have multiple lights running in my fishroom. What happens when you mix a lot of blue with a little red. My only concern is that the lowest setting is very bright.
Overall Score
4.3
(80 Points)
PRICE AVAILABLE ON AMAZON
10. Galapara UV Light Sterilizer Lamp Submersible LED Lights for Aquarium Fish Tank Light Pond Submersib...
User Ratings: 70 11
Galapara First Impressions
"No issues out of the box."I was skeptical about only having 3 lighting types at first. ♂️Rgbw, Multiple settings, 3 stage timer. You just position it over the glass strip where the old strip light used to sit. Best of all you see the true color of your plants and fish. I would highly recommend this light for anyone looking. But I will stick with the Nicrew classic LED PLUS as it also has full spectrum. It's been a few years since I left this review and thought I'd leave an update.
- Galapara UV Light Sterilizer Lamp Submersible LED Lights for Aquarium Fish Tank Light Pond Submersible Ultraviolet Sterilization Water Disinfection AC110-120V (11W)
- 【 WARNING 】 Light Will Kill Fish if don't separate the fish from the lights! Recommended to use this lamp in aquarium filter system.Hello, dear customer, because this product is fragile, please contact us in time if it is broken during transportation, we will return it to you, and wish you a happy day!
- 【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: DKQ2151076697946PR
- Material: Plastic
- Item Weight: 6.2 ounces
- Color: Black
- Style: Men
- Power Source: Battery-powered
- Batteries Included?: No
- Batteries Required?: No
- Editor's Impressions Of The Galapara
- Brightness [star rating='5']
- Quality [star rating='3.4']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.7']
- Affordability [star rating='4.6']
Galapara Final Thoughts
"No remote."I was skeptical about only having 3 lighting types at first. I'd use it for a frag tank or maybe even a coral QT. The person I sold them to had one start smoking and burnt out the white channel. This light is amazing, especially for the price. I purchased 2 of these lights for my 90 gal reef tank. This is the second Nicrew light I have purchased for my aquariums. Wanted to return it but decided to keep it for my quarantine tank.
Overall Score
4.2
(12 Points)
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