GHL ProfiLux 4e Starter Set Black fit check
GHL ProfiLux 4e Starter Set Black is a full controller from GHL. This page covers the black finish; GHL ProfiLux 4e Starter Set White is the other catalog version. Listed features: head unit + pH probe + temp probe + power outlets; built-in conductivity, pH, temp, ORP; WiFi+USB.
GHL ProfiLux 4e Starter Set Black: best for systems 30 gallons and up. Specs, compatibility math, sizing risks, and alternatives before you buy.
Who it is for
Good fit for
- ✓ 30+ gallon systems, per the catalog fit range.
- ✓ Keepers who want alerts on a specific risk such as temperature, pH, salinity, or alkalinity.
Not a fit for
- ✕ Tanks under about 30 gallons; it is sized above them.
- ✕ A first purchase before the heater, ATO, and maintenance routine are stable.
Listed features
- head unit + pH probe + temp probe + power outlets
- built-in conductivity, pH, temp, ORP
- WiFi+USB
- myGHL cloud
Compatibility math
Build role
Example: GHL ProfiLux 4e Starter Set Black belongs in the plan only if it solves a real stability or maintenance job.
ReefCrafter keeps optional upgrades behind core stability requirements.
Risk notes
- Automation can add complexity if the basic heater, ATO, and maintenance plan are not already stable.
Professional fit context
- Check probe support, controllable outlets, alerting, redundancy, and setup complexity.
- GHL ProfiLux 4e Starter Set Black best for systems 30 gallons and up; confirm that range against the final display volume, sump volume, and livestock plan.
Other versions of this model
- GHL ProfiLux 4e Starter Set White
White finish instead of black.
Alternatives to compare
- Focustronic Alkatronic Alkalinity Controller
Catalog fit range 20+ gallon systems (premium tier).
- Inkbird ITC-308 WiFi Temperature Controller
Balanced-tier alternative in the same category.
- Inkbird ITC-308S Dual Stage Temperature Controller
Budget-tier alternative in the same category.
Full spec snapshot
- Category
- Controllers
- Build tier
- Balanced
- Estimated price
- $799
- Tank fit range
- best for systems 30 gallons and up
- Format
- Full Controller
Related reading
Questions
How is the GHL ProfiLux 4e Starter Set Black different from the GHL ProfiLux 4e Starter Set White?
Per ReefCrafter's catalog, the GHL ProfiLux 4e Starter Set White differs by: white finish instead of black. Everything else on this page applies to both unless the listing says otherwise.
What tank size is the GHL ProfiLux 4e Starter Set Black for?
ReefCrafter's catalog fit range for it is 30+ gallon systems. Confirm that against your final display volume, sump volume, and livestock plan rather than the box label alone.
What should I compare the GHL ProfiLux 4e Starter Set Black against?
Focustronic Alkatronic Alkalinity Controller (Catalog fit range 20+ gallon systems (premium tier)); Inkbird ITC-308 WiFi Temperature Controller (Balanced-tier alternative in the same category); Inkbird ITC-308S Dual Stage Temperature Controller (Budget-tier alternative in the same category).
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