Thomas' Top Protein Skimmers Under $300 and up to 75 Gallons of Reef Tank!

Here is your quick guide to some Top performing protein skimmers for your saltwater tank from Thomas himself! If you're looking for a budget protein skimmer that will perform in top of its class that also doesn't break the bank, this is the video for you.
Thomas' budget skimmer picks!
➡ Reef Octopus Classic 110INT : brs.li/37iMqlc
➡ Reef Octopus Classic 110SSS : brs.li/2lBWOPC
➡ Bubble Magus Z-Series 8 : brs.li/3bNru7W
➡ Bubble Magus Curve 5 Elite : brs.li/3wWKqJR
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[@franciscogarces9662]

I’ve been running my reef octopus 110 classic on and off for 9 years now still on the original old style pump. That skimmer never quits!

[@mvhpets]

nice to see thomas doing a new kind of video on brs!

[@lincolntowns1480]

I had a bong that looked just like that space saver

[@jacobfmstatefarm6062]

LMAO

[@PunchGaming1007]

Thomas is my most favorite reviewer in BRS.

[@ThomasBReef]

Cheers!!! 😊

[@francescodivincenzo5765]

He has something specials...

[@lunes-1]

Great skimmers👍

[@ou812reefing]

I have the reef octopus 110s works great no regrets👍👍👍

[@rudra7615]

Good thing I had reef octopus 110sss in mind, this video is timely as f***!

[@gewglesux]

I work too hard to keep my tank tip top.. no time for cheap "bargain hope it works" brand equipment.
Thanks Dude!

[@joeyh9116]

Then don't watch the video dude

[@-Wreckanize-]

Curve 5 for 180 bucks is all you need.

[@jamalhicks2380]

What about the best hand on skimmers?

[@1oona8484]

The curve is so underrated. I have the standard version and it performs, and it’s ease of use matches my reef octopus.

[@firebird5288]

Is it loud?

[@francescodivincenzo5765]

Thomas what about 100 gallon? Dsb and mix tank

[@jxj5924]

The z-series is pretty interesting to me. I ended up turning the skimmer section of my sump into a refugium

[@firebird5288]

Anyone know which is quieter of the two, the Z-8 space saver with DC pump, or the Curve 5 elite bubble magnus?

[@josephpuzzo1]

I wonder too..I want that makes least amount of noise

[@spicyreef]

Thumbs up, but I think it's easier and cheaper to WATCH how much you feed!!! and plant ur aquarium :-)

[@htc148]

budget... lol i got a used one $50 works fine. my first skimmer was free also worked fine. 😂 I'm not buying anything new except RO supplies

[@ThomasBReef]

Used is always an option :)

[@modotd3885]

Are nano skimmers worth using
eg for a fluvial flex 32gal

[@BRStv]

For small nano system, most of us around here would agree that a skimmer is not worth it and weekly water changes will be the best option. That said, a 32 gallon tanks is getting to that size range where a skimmer may be worth it. It mainly depends on the space you have available and your budget. Adding a skimmer certainly wouldn't hurt.

[@modotd3885]

@@BRStv Thanx Thomas, appreciate you taking the time to reply.
Are their any nano skimmers you've reviewed before. A top 10?

[@BRStv]

@@modotd3885 Definitely check out Tunze's line of skimmers!

[@benclarkson4205]

Second

[@03bugeye]

That super space saver is a turd with it's wedge valve. Ask me how I know

[@ThomasBReef]

I've always had a good experience with them, but I agree the wedge design does take some upkeep to keep it smooth turning.

[@03bugeye]

@@ThomasBReef that's my experience. There is a very fine line with a wedge valve and it skims super wet or super dry. I sold it and went with a 110 int and haven't looked back.

[@gewglesux]

@@03bugeye 110 int is the one to get then? I don't know if i have that room..

[@ThomasBReef]

@@gewglesux I find them all to be great skimmers, and I personally haven't had any issues tuning any of them, save for any wedge-pipe design usually needing a good scrub once in a while so the wedge pipe keeps being easy to turn. Gate valves are great for sure, but they come with bulk! And gear-driven gates are nice and slim, but usually are on slightly pricier skimmers. All comes down to personal preference and budget!

[@03bugeye]

@@gewglesux if room permits yes get something with a gate valve, especially if there's no air adjustment, which is essentially all of Reef Octos lower end selections.

[@bdanz5851]

I sure hope that Euphylln it? shirt you guys sent me isnt a V-neck like the one he’s got on.....

[@ThomasBReef]

I'm the only weirdo who got V neck shirts 🤪

[@BRStv]

Nope! Just a v neck for Thomas. He's weird, but we'll keep him around anyway 😜