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Of course, everyone knows you've got to get water testing kits to monitor water quality, however I have a little confession to make-I haven't gotten them yet!-And I already have some tanks up and running. Well, I know this just isn't a good idea so I would like to get the following kits:
pH, Ammonia, Nitrites, Nitrates, kH and possibly D.O.
However, after doing a little bit of shopping, I quickly found way to many options, etc. So, I want some opinions on which testing kits are the best, as well as most affordable in the long term, Please help!
 
Aquarium Pharms' Master Freshwater test kit is a good start..:)
 
if you have a pet store in your area, or even a petco, they usually do your water for free

that is what I do, and so far it has been VERY easy on my wallet
 
Also, what's the difference between dry tab testing kits and solution testing kits? (in terms of effectiveness, reliablitiy, etc.)
 
The only dry-tab testing equipment I've ever used was on my hot tub at my old house....the convenience factor was nice, but I'm not too sure as to the accuracy.

I've got the Laborett test kit they sell at WM. It's got fw and sw tests, though, so you have to be sure you're using the right stuff....
 
We use both the liquid and the test strips. I like the test strips for the speed that the test is done. But I also use the liquid test for a double check and if the test strips come out funny. They both work the same but the test strips are more $$$$$.
 
I would personally vouch for Salifert, Sera (used Ammo and Nitrite kits), and although I was happy with Red Sea, they are way too slow for my liking. I Personally believe that the more reagents you mix together for results, the more accurate. For this reason I don't use tabs myself.
 
I like LaMotte test kits myself, though expensive. Most people would do fine with a "Tetratest Laborett" kit...good beginner kit...being accurate as well as relatively inexpensive.
 
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I use the aquaruim pharm . Liquid . I have used the test strips,very convient but costly.
 
Originally posted by Slappy*McFish
I like LaMotte test kits myself, though expensive. Most people would do fine with a "Tetratest Laborett" kit...good beginner kit...being accurate as well as relatively inexpensive.
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That's the kit I was talking about. Pretty easy to use, combination of reagents instead of "one vial, one drop", but only $20 at walmart.

Here's a thought....if you're wondering if you're getting all the chlorine/chloramine out of your tank, what about using a pool testing kit to test for chlorine? I always wondered if they'd be sensitive enough for it....(doubtful, I'd guess...)
 
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