Bridgelux Vs. Cree LED

I think a easier way to say it, CREE is 15 to 20% more efficient than Bridgelux but cost about 30-40% more. For the same out put of a 80w CREE fixture with same current can product similar PAR as a 100-120W Bridgelux fixture.

PRO for CREE: Saving you even more electric bill in a long run.
Great in coloration for coral
Cons: High up front cost

PRO for Bridgelux: Less upfront cost
Cons: Less efficient, you spend more to match the PAR of CREE with higher Watts

 

Oh, I see. I should look for CREE then.

 

its really just personal preferences, since most people out there are still using MH, so my point of " saving money long term" is kinda the least important point to 99% of the people. Most people care about up front cost and that is why LED has been out there for quite some times, but people refuse to give it a second look until recent years.

 

Well, you are correct. But it makes sense that people won't jump in LED till recently. Pricing dropped ;D