which light of these 2?

One more light question...I would like to add another T5 fixture to my tank. This would be to supplement my current fixture which is a Marineland 4-bulb T5 (216 W). Which one of these 2 would you guys pick?

a) Hagen Glo 2 bulb fixture (108W)
b) Odyssea 4 bulb fixture (216W)

Normally this would be a no-brainer, but given that Odyssea does not make such quality products, and given that I have heard that, Watt for Watt, Hagen-Glo is a pretty powerful system (relatively), it is not such an easy choice.

BTW, I know there are much better systems out there, but not in my budget right now.

 

Out of the two, Hagen has a better reputation. Luna

 

I have seen a Hagen Glo in action, and my opinion of them is NOT good. At least as bad as the Oddyseas.
Why not save up for a good, proper fixture and stop meddling with numerous low dollar ones?

 

I would decide by what type of bulbs come in them. doesnt the glow come set up to grow plants?

 

+1, I vote patience. I know it's hard and sucks to wait but in the long run it's going to be better/cheaper. Is something in your tank going to die without the addition of these new lights?

 

I can't understand what the detractors of the Hagen Glo are talking about. I have one and it is by far is a superior fixture to my Nova extreme. The detractors do not give any reasons. And, no, it doesn't come set up to grow plants. You chose the bulbs. I love mine, intense light and the multiple combos you can come up with make it versatile. The bracket kit is a real plus, it allows you different height adjustments and can be angled for adaptation. It is a nice fixture and I recommend it.

 

Odyssea just came out with the T5 pro with built in digital timer, one power cable, individual reflectors. They are trying to make a small comeback with these new fixtures. They have all of the expensive extras that a great fixture would have, but just manufactured cheaper. I saw them going for $120. Just an FYI

 

I agree, I have no complaints with my Hagen GLO. Works brilliantly.

 

I just looked at that new Odysea pro that Matt mentioned and WOW!, it is a sweet unit. I am considering it to go along with my Hagen glo. Thanks Matt.

 

Write up a review about it. I want to know how cheaply made it is compared to previous units. It looks like it has some amazing features but I'm sure its still on the low quality end. Let us know, I'm sure there are other curious people out there.