Which Aquarium Light Fits Your Tank?

Answer a few quick questions about your tank size, plant needs, and control preferences. We’ll point you to the best-matching lights from our reviews.

Turn on JavaScript to use the quiz. Here are all the models it chooses from:Fluval Plant 3.0 Aquarium LED — Great all-around choice for planted freshwater tanks when you want broad coverage and app-based scheduling. Read our reviewKessil A360X Tuna Sun — Compact, powerful choice for deeper planted setups that benefit from premium control and a small footprint. Read our reviewNICREW ClassicLED Plus Aquarium Light — Best when you want a simple light for fish-only or low-light planted tanks without advanced automation. Read our reviewhygger Advanced Full Spectrum LED Aquarium Light with 24/7 Lighting Cycle 6 Colors 5 Intensity Customize Fish Tank Light for 24-30 in Freshwater Planted Tank — Convenient 24/7 automation and adjustable brackets suit 24-30 inch freshwater planted tanks. Read our reviewFluval Plant 3.0 Bluetooth LED, 46W, 36–46″ / 91–115 cm — Strong output and Bluetooth scheduling make it a fit for larger planted tanks with more demanding plants. Read our reviewFluval Plant 3.0 Bluetooth LED, 22W, 15–24″ / 38–61 cm — Better for smaller planted tanks where you still want app control and a planted-aquarium schedule. Read our reviewNICREW ClassicLED Plus LED Aquarium Light, 18W, 24–30 in — Sensible starter light for low-tech planted tanks and easy plants in the 24-30 inch range. Read our reviewhygger Advanced 24/7 LED Aquarium Light, 30–36 in — Automatic sunrise-and-sunset routines suit easy to moderate planted tanks in the 30-36 inch range. Read our reviewFinnex Stingray 3 (24 in) — A clean, no-frills option for easy plants and low-tech layouts. Read our review

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Which Aquarium Light Fits Your Tank?

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