Controllers
A3 Apex Aquarium Controller System
Neptune Systems · $799
fits roughly 55-500 gallon systems
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Controllers and Monitoring checked by reef math.
A controller is useful when it reduces a real risk in the build, not when it replaces basic husbandry.
Controllers
Apex Trident Auto Water Tester (Ca/Alk/Mg)
Neptune Systems · $899
fits roughly 55-500 gallon systems
Controllers
Inkbird ITC-308 WiFi Temperature Controller
Inkbird · $55
fits roughly 5-999 gallon systems
Controllers
Inkbird ITC-308S Dual Stage Temperature Controller
Inkbird · $39
fits roughly 5-999 gallon systems
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American Marine Pinpoint pH Monitor
American Marine · $129
fits roughly 5-999 gallon systems
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American Marine Pinpoint Salinity Monitor
American Marine · $179
fits roughly 5-999 gallon systems
Controllers
Apex System with Trident Bundle
Neptune Systems · $1,499
fits roughly 55-500 gallon systems
Controllers
Hydros WaveEngine LE Dual Pump Controller
CoralVue · $169
fits roughly 20-300 gallon systems
Controllers
American Marine Pinpoint pH Controller
American Marine · $199
fits roughly 30-999 gallon systems
Controllers
Apex Classic Controller with Lab-Grade pH Probe
Neptune Systems · $399
fits roughly 30-300 gallon systems
Professional buying context
- Automation can add complexity if the basic heater, ATO, and maintenance plan are not already stable.
- Check probe support, controllable outlets, alerting, redundancy, and setup complexity.
- Professional fit checks should validate the catalog value behind "controller value = monitored risk + reliable alert + controlled response" against the actual tank dimensions, bioload, livestock goal, and maintenance cadence.