My Favorite Best Lights For Aquarium Planted Tanks : Top 25 Model Reveled!

Looking for the best lights for aquarium planted tanks for you can be a bit of a pain, because there are hundred of options available on the market. We tried to make it easy and come up with some cool recommendations that can be the best deal for you.

If you’re after the best lights for aquarium planted tanks , you’re in luck as we’ve rounded up all of our top picks for you to have a look at below.

Best lights for aquarium planted tanks – Top 23 Picks In 2022

Bestseller No. 1
NICREW ClassicLED Plus LED Aquarium Light with Timer, 15 Watts, for 18 to 24 Inch Fish Tank Light, Daylight and Moonlight Cycle, Brightness Adjustable
  • The full-spectrum light combines 6500K white, 450nm blue, TRUE 660nm deep red and green LEDs, producing a fine-tuned color spectrum. Adjustable spectrum on 2 lighting modes achieves more control flexibility. (Spectrum adjustable only when using timer, not for manual on)
  • Provides more options to adjust the auto On/Off time and brightness. Featured 15 or 30-minute ramp-up and dim-down to simulate natural sunrise and sunset, waking the fish up in soft lighting and ensuring a good sleep with complete off at night
  • Excellent color rendition with a high CRI of 91 for better appreciation of aquatic plants without distortion, restoring the most accurate natural colors of fish and aquatic plants. Suitable for freshwater or saltwater fish and low-medium light level plants
  • Adjustable docking mounts on both sides provide an easy way for quick adaptability to fit most rimless and framed aquariums
  • Aluminum alloy shell helps best heat dissipation, and this light is recommended for use over glass or acrylic canopy-covered aquariums
SaleBestseller No. 2
hygger Clip On 24/7 Lighting Aquarium LED Light, 14W Sunrise-Daylight-Moonlight and DIY Mode, Adjustable Timer / Brightness Fish Tank Light with 7 Colors for Planted Tank
  • DEFAULT MODE(24/7 Natural Mode): Gradient Orange light (sunrise) from 6 am to 8 am; Gradient White light from 8 am to 6 pm; Gradient Blue light (moonlight) from 6 pm to 10:50 pm; The 24/7 lighting aquarium lights are off in other time periods. The overall default time period can be delayed or advanced.
  • DIY MODE: Full spectrum aquarium light also can change the time + brightness + color. ①Setting time(TIMER key): 3 kinds of time, 6h, or 10h, or 12h; ②Brightness(????/???? key): 5 kinds of brightness. ③Color(ON-OFF/ M key): White, Red, Blue, Green, Purple, Orange, Cyan, Cycle Color (no brightness selection).
  • NEW UPGRADE: Clip style bracket, easy to install, aquarium LED light can be used for different thickness of glass, the body of the fish tank light can be taken off and installed horizontally or vertically. The separable adapter, even if it is damaged, no need to replace the whole light to avoid waste. Thicken aluminum to increase heat dissipation efficiency.
  • HIGH-QUALITY LIGHT: The hygger aquarium light is soft, the color rendering index is close to natural light, up to 85%, protecting eyes and fish, to refuse the discomfort caused by stroboscopic for fish and viewers. Using high-quality 2835 + 5050 model lamp beads, long service life, at least 50,000 hours. Easy to maintain.
  • 14W PRODUCT PARAMETERS: ①Power:14W; ②Led QTY:68PCS(White:32PCS/BLUE:12PCS/ RED:7PCS/GREE:3PCS/ RGB:14PCS); ③CRI:85; ④Application(for Fish Tnak long):12’’-20’’ ; ⑥Power Cord: 4.9ft+2.3ft; ⑦Input Votage:AC100-240V; ⑧Output Votage:DC20V; ⑨Kelvin: White 6500K, Blue 455nm, Red 620nm, Green 560nm; ⑩Lumens:817;
Bestseller No. 3
Aqueon Clip-On LED Aquarium Fish Tank Light for Planted Growing Plants for Up To 20 Gallon Aquariums
  • Clip-on aquarium LED light; ideal for growing plants
  • 60 bright LEDs help support and grow lush plants
  • 3-way soft-touch LED control (all on/blue on/all off)
  • Ideal for planted aquariums up to 20 gallons
  • Easily mounts on framed or frameless aquariums using the versatile mounting screw
Bestseller No. 4
MingDak LED Aquarium Fish Tank Light Fixture,Full Spectrum Lighting for Freshwater Planted Aquariums,Slim & Thin Aluminum Housing,Extendable Brackets Fit 12" to 18" Fish Tank Model MDGLSD01B-12S
  • FULL SPECTRUM: The 6500K natural light with the dedicated white, blue and red diodes has just the wavelengths which are the most conducive to plant growth. Not include extraneous colors such as green, orange, pink, etc. which grow algae.
  • BRIGHTER & MORE ENERGY EFFICIENT:With more leds , higher lumens ,stronger illuminance,but lower energy consumption,this light for 12 inch to 18 inch fish tank has 42 leds ,2700lux illuminance at 12'', energy consume 8W.
  • BRIGHTNESS ADJUST & TIME SETTING: This led aquarium light with an external multi-function controller which can be adjust the light brightness from 100% to 10%, also can be set the lighting time to 3, 6 or 12 hours.
  • 3 LIGHT MODES: White+Blue+red LEDS on,white+red LEDS on and only blue LEDS on. It is not only create a light that mimics the natural underwater effect of sunlight, but also allow for aquarium night time enjoyment.
  • BEAUTIFUL & FUNCTIONAL:Aluminum housing which is slim and sturdy;Adjustable mounting legs can expand from 12 inch to 18 inch,sutable for most tanks with cover or no, with rims or rimless.
SaleBestseller No. 5
Fluval Plant 3.0 LED Planted Aquarium Lighting, 46 Watts, 36-46 Inches
  • Features programmable, gradual 24-hour light cycle settings (sunrise, midday, sunset and night)
  • Includes six unique band waves for full spectrum results
  • Includes optional pre-set habitat light configurations like Lake Malawi, Tropical, and Planted
  • 120 degree light dispersion for full area coverage and uniform lighting
  • Extendable mounting brackets allow easy installation on a variety of aquarium widths
Bestseller No. 6
hygger 26W 24/7 Lighting Aquarium LED Light, Sunrise-Daylight-Moonlight Mode and DIY Mode, Adjustable Timer Adjustable Brightness Fish Tank Light with Extendable Bracket 7 Colors for Planted Tank
  • ????DEFAULT MODE(24/7 Natural Mode): Gradient Orange light (sunrise) from 6 am to 8 am; Gradient White light from 8 am to 6 pm; Gradient Blue light (moonlight) from 6 pm to 10:50 pm; The lights are off in other time periods. PS: The 6-time points on the controller are used as a reference for the first running time setting. In other words, the overall default time period can be delayed or advanced.
  • ????DIY MODE: Time + Color + Brightness can be set. ①Setting time(TIMER key): There are 3 choices, it can run for 6 hours, or 10 hours, or 12 hours; ②Brightness(????/???? key): 5 kinds of brightness. ③Color(ON-OFF/ M key): White, Red, Blue, Green, Purple, Orange, Cyan, PS: The light slowly ramps up and down in 15 minutes, then comes the brightness you set. Cycle Color (No Brightness Selection).
  • ????NEW UPGRADE: The separable adapter, if it is damaged, no need to replace the whole light to avoid waste. The extendable bending bracket can be adjusted in length and easy to install, and can be applied to various freshwater tanks. Thicken aluminum to increase heat dissipation efficiency. Power-off memory function, whether it is 24/7 mode or Time mode, other settings remain unchanged, only the start time changes, the default operation starts at 6 am.
  • ????HIGH-QUALITY LIGHT: The light is soft, the color rendering index is close to natural light, up to 85%, protecting eyes and fish, to refuse the discomfort caused by stroboscopic for fish and viewers. Using high-quality 2835 + 5050 model lamp beads, long service life, at least 50,000 hours. Lamp beads waterproof, the light is easy to clean and wipe, No need to worry even if it falls into the water briefly.
  • ????PRODUCT PARAMETERS: ①Power:26W; ②Led QTY:130PCS(White:63PCS/BLUE:26PCS/ RED:9PCS/GREE:6PCS/ RGB:26PCS); ③CRI:85; ④Application(for Fish Tnak Long):30”-36” ; ⑥Power Cord: 4.9ft+2.3ft; ⑦Input Votage:AC100-240V; ⑧Output Votage:DC20V; ⑨Kelvin: White 6500K, Blue 455nm, Red 620nm, Green 560nm; ⑩Lumens:1662;
Bestseller No. 7
Hygger Auto On Off 18-24 Inch LED Aquarium Light Extendable Dimable 7 Colors Full Spectrum Light Fixture for Freshwater Planted Tank Build in Timer Sunrise Sunset
  • Hygger 957 Planted Aquarium Light features programmable, gradual 24-hour light cycle settings (sunrise, midday, sunset and night), auto on and off, to create a optimal condition for your fish and aquatic plants
  • Build-in Timer - The lighting system enables a variety of features such as customizing the intensity and colors of the light, setting up daytime to nighttime schedules, mimics sunrise and sunset, color gradient loop, fine tune lighting schedule, auto on and off, memory function, and much more
  • Sunrise & Sunset Functions - enable the LEDs to be easily programmed to slowly turn on or off in 15-minute which prevents light shock to fish. The white daylight mode blends the white, red, green and blue LEDs together to produce bright light. Moonlight mode provides 6 single-colored ( red, purple, blue, cyan, green, yellow) and 10 levels dimmable options. 1 programmable preset can save customized color combinations and lighting
  • IP68 Water-Resistant Rating - No need to worry about splashes, or other accidental drops of water. Premium fully encased 1.2mm thick aluminum shell provides more effective heat transfer and protects the device from humidity and water intrusion. No fan. Low voltage DC adapter, safe to use, saving electric bill
  • The 18“ freshwater aquarium LED fixture contains (38) 6500K White, (10) 450-455nm Blue, (6) 620-625nm Red, (4) 520-525nm Green, (19) RGB LED's. 1290 lumens. 6500-10000K. This system has adjustable mounting legs which can be used in aquariums with widths between 18 and 24 inches
SaleBestseller No. 8
Lominie LED Aquarium Light, Planted Tank Light 4 Channels Remote Control 6500K Aquarium LED Light for Freshwater Fish Tank Refugium with Gooseneck (F20 18W Freshwater)
  • ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM: The clip on aquarium light can be adjusted in three ways with Remote/ Mannual Dimmer/ Smart Controller with timer and dimmer setup. 360°adjustable rustproof gooseneck, the clamp is wide enough for 1inch thick glass, plastic screws won’t scratch the tank glass.
  • GOOSENECK & SIMPLE OPERATION: 360°adjustable rustproof gooseneck, great for choosing the angle you want the light to come from, suitable for tank glass thickness less than or equal to 0.95inch, plastic screws won’t scratch the tank glass.
  • STRONG BRIGHTNESS & HIGH CRI: This nano fish tank led light is built with 16pcs high-output LEDs, providing uniform illumination for freshwater aquarium. Full spectrum aquarium light including white, blue, red, green, UV). CRI>90Ra, close to sunlight effect, which provides plants, fishes with amazing color.
  • COOLING SYSTEM: Asta 20 aquarium led light uses quality cold forging heat sink and smart cooling fan, efficient cooling system to extend the lifespan of the LEDs. It’s quiet for long time working and won’t gets hot to hurt you.
  • SOLID ABS HOUSING: Diameter 2.7 inches/7.0cm, suitable for 8"~18"(45 cm) long tank. Excellent for 5 gallon freshwater and planted aquarium setups. The lamp housing is made of ABS material, the porous design allows it to have better permeability and heat dissipation capacity.
Bestseller No. 9
NICREW Full Spectrum Planted LED Aquarium Light, with Timer, for Freshwater Fish Tank, 12-18 Inch, 9 Watts
  • Soft light, the color rendering index is 90, close to natural light, refuses the discomfort caused by the stroboscopic. High-quality 2835 LED module, long service life, at least 35,000 hours
  • ① Press M to select 3 timer modes(8 hours/ 10 hours/ 12 hours), only daylight mode. Built-in gentle sunrise and sunset. ②Brightness and color spectrum adjustable: press W to select the brightness of white and red light from 5% to 100%; Press B to adjust the brightness of the blue light from 0% to 100%
  • Water resistant - no need to worry about splashes or other accidental drops of water. This waterproof LED light can be used with most glass canopy or light hood
  • The length of the brackets is adjustable, easy to install for most kinds of freshwater tanks. Also, the new sleek aluminum alloy shell helps good heat dissipation
  • LED chip with a 120° angle can provide the ideal dispersion and color mixing. Designed to support the growth of plants with low to medium light levels
Bestseller No. 10
hygger Advanced LED Aquarium Light with Timer, 24/7 Lighting Cycle & DIY Mode, Full Spectrum Fish Tank Light for 48-54 in Freshwater Planted Tank
  • 【Premium 5050 & RGB LED Bulbs 】hygger 978 Aquarium led Light features a super-bright 6500K white LEDs paired with the full-spectrum RGB LEDs to emit bright light to bring out the colors of your fish and plant. Ideal for used in fish-only tank and planted tank
  • 【24/7 Mode】This 24/7 fish tank light replicates the natural living conditions, starting with warm orange light at sunrise to 0bright full spectrum light at noon and starry blue light at nighttime, default light auto on at 6 AM and auto off at 22:50. Turn on/off time can be postponed or beforehand
  • 【DIY Mode】hygger Fish Tank Light features 3 timers (6 hours, 10 hours or 12 hours), 7 customizable lighting colors (full spectrum, red, blue, green, orange, purple and cyan) and 5 levels of intensities (10%, 25%, 50%, 75% and 100%). By using different effects and colors you can create a spectacular atmosphere that really showcases the fish and creates a beautiful addition to any room
  • 【Build in Timer Control】Easy to program by using switch timer. It allows you to dim or intensify the output or change light color. Sliding brackets adjust to the tank smoothly and sit steadily. Color changing loop is an extra bonus. DC powered adaptor is safe to use and energy saving
  • 【For 48-54 IN Tank】The 48“ freshwater aquarium light contains (106) 6500K White, (43) 450-455nm Blue, (15) 620-625nm Red, (8) 520-525nm Green, (43) RGB LED's. 2815 lumens. 6500K. This system has adjustable mounting legs which can be used in aquariums with widths between 48 and 54 inches
Bestseller No. 11
hygger Auto On Off LED Aquarium Light, Full Spectrum Fish Tank Light with LCD Monitor, 24/7 Lighting Cycle, 7 Colors, Adjustable Timer, IP68 Waterproof, 3 Modes for 12"-18" Freshwater Planted Tank
  • ☘️【Upgraded High-quality LED Light】This aquarium light uses WRGB lamp beads. The three primary colors are scientifically adjusted to simulate natural light without flickering. It not only promotes the growth of water plants, but also makes water looks more sparkly clean and the color of the water plants is lifelike. Suitable for freshwater fish and aquarium plants, not for saltwater use
  • ☘️【Three Programmable Usage Modes】The DIY mode has 8 time periods, covering 24 hours, the start time, end time, light color and brightness of each time period can be set freely according to your preferences. The brightness of the white light in day mode can be set from 10% to 100%. Light color of night mode can be set to one of red, orange, yellow, green, cyan, blue, and purple. The time of day mode and night mode can be set freely
  • ☘️【Good Waterproof and Heat Dissipation】 Optimized lamp body design. Full sealed process protects the device from humidity and water intruction, IP68 waterproof rating, no need to worry about splashing or accidentally falling into the water. 1.2mm premium aluminum shell provides more effective heat transfer, no fan and low voltage DC adapter, safe to use and energy saving
  • ☘️【Wired Controller with LCD Monitor】The controller has a clock on it to keep time for the 24 hour settings. When the time is up, the light will turn on or off automatically. You can see the current time, current mode, running start time or running end time, current light color and brightness on the LCD display. There are six setting buttons to ensure a more convenient and fast setting of the working mode you want
  • ☘️【What You Get】Comes with everything you need: 1 x LED light with controller, 1 x AC/DC adapter, 2 x adjustable metal brackets, 1 x user manual. The 14W aquarium light has 29 white lamp beads, 4 red lamp beads, 2 green lamp beads, 11 blue lamp beads and 12 RGB lamp beads
Bestseller No. 12
NICREW SkyLED Plus Aquarium Plant Light, Freshwater Fish Tank Light with Ramp Up and Dim Down, Spectrum Adjustable and Lighting Schedule Programmable with Controller, 18-24 Inches, 18 Watts
  • EXCELLENT SPECTRUM: Super bright 6500K white LEDs combined with 450nm blue and 660nm red LEDs, creating full spectrum lighting, efficiently maximizing the photosynthesis of plants
  • EASY TO USE: SkyLED Plus 2.0 upgraded the wired controller with an LCD screen, more flexibility for programming Day and Night cycles. Optimize the programming process, making it more simple for finishing the settings
  • NATURE-CENTERED DESIGN: More options to adjust the auto On/Off time and brightness. Featured 6 ramp-up and dim-down options to simulate natural sunrise and sunset (0, 15, 30, 60, 90 or 120-minute), waking the fish up in soft lighting and ensuring a good sleep with complete off at night
  • WIDE APPLICATIONS: Adjustable docking legs allow quick and easy adjustments for a wide variety of installations, equipped with brackets to extend to 18 - 24 inches
  • FULLY SEALED FIXTURE: The new version features water-resistant function for easily handling daily splash and humidity intrusion
Bestseller No. 13
AQUANEAT LED Aquarium Light Full Spectrum for 12 Inch to 16 Inch Fish Tank Light Fresh Water Light Multi-Color
  • Fits aquarium tank from 12" to 16" in length with adjustable mounting brackets
  • Light body without docking brackets: 9.25” L x 2.7” W. Tank thickness: No limit to rim size
  • CONFIGURATION: Total 30 LEDs, 22 pcs 6500K white LED, 4pcs blue LED, 2 pcs pink LED, 2 pcs Green LED
  • MODE: all lights on and all lights off
  • Super bright and energy efficient LEDs, suitable for all freshwater. NOTE: KEEP THE LIGHT AWAY FROM THE SPLASHING WATER
Bestseller No. 14
hygger Clip On Full Spectrum Aquarium LED Light, 14W Day-Night Dual Timer Sunrise-Day-Sunset-Moon Fish Tank Light, Adjustable Timer Brightness with 9 Colors for Planted Tank
  • ????4 MODES TO CHOOSE: 1.Only set daylight lighting:3 time options 6H/10H/12H, the color simulates sunrise sunset (gradient orange - full spectrum white light - gradient orange). 2.Only set moonlight lighting:3 time(3H/5H/12H) + 6 brightness(10%-25%-35%-50%-75%-100%) + 7 color(red, orange, yellow, green, cyan, blue, purple). 3.Set both daylight + moonlight lighting. 4.Manually mode.
  • ????NEW STYLE CLIP: Clip style bracket, easy to install, aquarium LED light can be used for different tanks(less than 0.74in thick), a variety of sizes to meet the different lengths of fish tanks. The separable adapter, even if it is damaged, no need to replace the whole light to avoid waste. Thicken aluminum to increase heat dissipation efficiency.
  • ????5 ROWS OF LAMP BEADS: The hygger aquarium light is soft, the color rendering index is close to natural light, protecting eyes and fish, to refuse the discomfort caused by stroboscopic for fish and viewers. Using high-quality 2835 + 5050 model lamp beads, long service life, at least 50,000 hours. Easy to maintain.
  • ????SPLICING USE: The biggest feature of this clip on aquarium light is that it can be spliced and used for extra-long fish tanks. 14W+42W=be used for tanks up to 60in long; 22W+26W=be used for tanks up to 60in long, and other free collocation. The position of the light itself in the middle of the tank also can be adjusted back and forth through the extendable rod.
  • ????14W PLANTED AQUARIUM LIGHT PARAMETERS: ①Power:14W; ②Led QTY:60PCS(White:31PCS/BLUE:8PCS/ RED:7PCS/GREE:2PCS/ RGB:12PCS); ③CRI:81.3; ④Application(for fish tank long):11inch ~19inch ; ⑥Power Cord: 4.9ft+2.3ft; ⑦Input Votage:AC100-240V; ⑧Output Votage:DC20V; ⑨Kelvin: White 6500K, Blue 455nm, Red 620nm, Green 560nm; ⑩Lumens:895.0 lm;
SaleBestseller No. 15
NICREW Clip on Aquarium Light, Fish Tank Light with White, Blue and Red LEDs, Planted Aquarium Light for Nano Tank, 2 Lighting Modes
  • The clip light allows accurate views of plants, invertebrates and fish in their natural colors, producing amazing shimmer to your aquarium
  • Features white, blue and red LEDs for daylight mode and blue LEDs only for a nightlight mode
  • For greater customization, the brightness of the blue and white LEDs can be adjusted independently from 0% to 100%. 15 minutes ramp-up and ramp-down to make creatures better adapt to changes in lighting effects
  • Easily mounts on and secured to the glass of framed or frameless aquariums up to 5/8'' with the clip on bracket design
  • This clamp aquarium light is suitable for planted tanks from 2.5 to 5 gallons
SaleBestseller No. 16
NICREW RGB+W 24/7 LED Aquarium Light with Remote Controller, Full Spectrum Fish Tank Light for Planted Freshwater Tanks, Planted Aquarium Light with Extendable Brackets to 12-18 Inches, 12 Watts
  • NICREW RGB+W 24/7 plant aquarium lights, highly customizable, make your aquarium more vibrant. Full spectrum for freshwater fish&plants and adjustable spectrum to provide better lighting environment for your aquatic plants. Suitable for low to high light level plants
  • Manual 24/7 setting: Built-in 5 time periods to set the lighting mode covering 24 hours. Equipped with 3 sunrise and sunset modes (0/15/30 mins) for higher customization. Power-off memory function, you only need to set the current time to return to the previous settings after the power is restored
  • Multiple Functions: Built-in preset 24/7 mode to take care of your freshwater fish and plants, just set the current time to enter the loop. 5 built-in preset lighting modes create a dreamy aquarium environment. Comes with 4 weather modes to better simulate the natural ecosystem
  • High Performance: Aquarium light is equipped with a remote control function for setting the exclusive mode. LCD screen help you easily operate the entire fish tank light.The CRI is up to 90, which can better show the true colors of plants and fish without distortion
  • More Durable: IP67 Waterproof protect the light from water and humidity intrusion even if it is accidentally immersed in water. High-quality LEDs, at least 35,000 hours service time. The aluminum shell with high heat dissipation capacity is adopted to improve the durability of the fish tank light
SaleBestseller No. 17
Lominie LED Aquarium Light, Full Spectrum Fish Tank Light, Clip on Freshwater Planted Light Adjustable Gooseneck for Saltwater Coral Fish Tanks, Dimmable Nano Refugium Tank Light Supports Remote WiFi
  • ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM: The light can be adjusted in three ways with RF Remote/ Mannual Dimmer/ Wifi Controller. 360°adjustable rustproof gooseneck, the clamp is wide enough for 25mm thick glass, plastic screws won’t scratch the tank glass.
  • GOOSENECK & SIMPLE OPERATION: 360°adjustable rustproof gooseneck, great for choosing the angle you want the light to come from, suitable for tank glass thickness less than or equal to 0.95inch, plastic screws won’t scratch the tank glass.
  • SOLID ABS HOUSING: Diameter 2.7 inches/7.0cm, suitable for 8"~18"(45 cm) long tank. Excellent for freshwater and planted aquarium setups. The lamp housing is made of ABS material, the porous design allows it to have better permeability and heat dissipation capacity.
  • COOLING SYSTEM: Asta 20 aquarium led lamp uses quality cold forging heat sink and smart cooling fan, efficient cooling system to extend the lifespan of the LEDs. It’s quiet for long time working and won’t gets hot to hurt you.
  • NEW UPGRADE: This Aquarium Light has been fully upgraded and will not work faulty, if in the process of use, problems arise, please contact us promptly, we will reply you within 12 hours; and solve all your problems
Bestseller No. 18
IREENUO Aquarium LED Light, Full Spectrum Fish Tank Clip on Light with Remote, Color Changing Lighting for Reef Coral Aquatic Plants and Fish Keeping (10W(11.8inch))
  • ECO-LIKE NATURAL LIGHTING: Aquarium fish light comes with a 24-hour Automatic Sunlight Cycle Mode and 4 Weather Effect Modes (Cloudy, Thunder, Sunny, Moon). You can also choose the custom color mode to create a lighting solution tailored to your aquatic plants.
  • SUIT FOR VIRTUALLY ANY TANKS: Adjustable clip-on fish tank light can be clamped on any position of the fish tank wall whose maximum thickness is 0.9 inches (2.3 cm).
  • MAKE YOUR FISH MORE BEAUTIFUL: High-quality lamp bead of IREENUO fish tank light, with excellent color, provides a splendid soft lighting environment for your fish and fish tank landscape, which promotes a better color synthesis of fish scales and help them growing up.
  • HIGHER ENERGY EFFICIENCY: Low power consumption operation promises the security of aquarium lighting. 7W/13W energy-saving LED light allows low power consumption even for a long time working.
  • NOTE: There are three sizes for choice, 11.8*2.6*0.4 in (30*6.5*1 cm) with 10W; 20.5*2.6*0.4 in (52*6.5*1 cm) with 16W;23.6*2.6*0.4 in (61*6.5*1 cm) with 20W. And this aquarium light isn't waterproof, please dont use or put it underwater.
Bestseller No. 20
NICREW AquaLux 24/7 LED Aquarium Light, Freshwater Fish Tank Light for Planted Aquariums, 24 Hours Lighting Cycle and Automatic Timer Function, 12-18 Inches, 9 Watts
  • NICREW AquaLux 24/7 aquarium plant light, with 3 built-in lighting modes, makes the water in the aquarium look more crystal clear. It is a great option for entry-level 24/7 light, ideal for freshwater and low-medium light level plants, noticeably make aquarium more brilliant and vivid in color
  • Default 24/7 Mode: Easy to run 24/7 mode in timer A. 24-hour lighting cycle to create a natural vision for your aquarium. It only needs to set the current time to automatically enter the loop, which better simulates the changes of nature in a day. Please note the brightness cannot be adjusted in 24/7 lighting cycle, only accurate to the hour
  • Two Setting Modes: Include manual mode and timer B mode. Equips with 8 preset lighting modes in manual mode (P1-P8). For timer B, you can set Color + Time + Brightness, which means you can choose a 6, 8, 10, 12 or 14 hour cycle for playing a preset color (P1 to P7) and your desired brightness (10%-100%) with built-in 15 minutes gentle sunrise and sunset
  • NICREW fish tank light use seamless aluminum alloy shell and transparent acrylic board to build as water-resistant design, no worry about daily splashes. LED chip with a 120° angle can provide the ideal dispersion and color mixing
  • Package List: 1 x Light Fixture, 1 x Power Supply, 2 x Extendable Docking Mounts, 1 x Instruction Manual. The 9W aquarium light has 24 white LEDs, and 12 RGB LEDs

Things to Consider Before Buying the best lights for aquarium planted tanks

Now, when you do research prior to buying lights for aquarium planted tanks, there are certain things you need to consider. Because these considerations come into play by ensuring that you do not end up with the wrong choice.

Finding the best lights for aquarium planted tanks is not rocket science and doesn’t require extensive research. Some important features which you should look out for are described below.

Brands

While there are numerous brands on the market, the truth is not all of them can give you the features you may need.

We’ve done the legwork of locating the most reputable brands around for you. Choosing from these, you’ll be much less likely than going to a store and grabbing something without considering the brand and everything behind it.

Durability

Durability is one of the primary features which are important for most products. They don’t often have long lifespans and require replacement every now then.

Before you buy any product from the store, make sure you know about the material well. Sometimes, many people buy the wrong product even after spending a lot of bucks.

Why do they do that? Probably because they don’t know which material ensures ultimate durability.

You should always focus on the quality of a lights for aquarium planted tanks before getting it. Make sure it’s sturdy and built to last.

Features

Before deciding on a specific product, be certain that it has all the necessary features you require.

If you’re unsure concerning something, don’t hesitate to ask the manufacturer. That way, you can make the right purchase that provides precise results.

Quality

The quality of the product is an important factor. If you happen to get one with low-quality material, you will have a tough time trying to maneuver them.

Whatever you choose to buy, the quality should be first-rate. You don’t want to waste money on something that looks or feels cheap when what you desire is elegance, coziness, and style.

Cost

Cost shouldn’t be an issue if you’re willing to invest in a high-quality product. An inexpensive product often has great features, so you get great value for your money.

However, expensive products don’t necessarily mean to be of exceptional quality. We prefer to say you select something that fulfills your needs.

Ease of Use

People feel more comfortable using products that come with a straightforward process of use.

So, you should always look for the ones that come with an easy to use process. You can find different designs, so you should choose the one that comes with more convenient features.

Warranty

It is always recommended to have a product with a warranty, however, it’s not compulsory. However, if the brand provides warranties for a certain timeframe, then certainly, it’s a favorable deal.

Size

The product size is one of the most important aspects to consider before purchasing a lights for aquarium planted tanks. You need to know what kind of lights for aquarium planted tanks you want to buy that fits your need.

It is essential to buy a product that addresses your needs based on your product dimensions. Spending money on something you will likely need is a waste of money. You should choose a item that will meet your needs based on its power.

Design

Many products with countless designs are available in the market. Some designs are redundant, and others aren’t as efficient. Make sure you know what you do and whether the tools you choose will help you do your job better.

Safety Measure

No matter how passionate you are about your occupation or work, your safety must always be a top priority. Since you’ll be using, make sure it has all the features that ensure the safety of the users. You do not want to experience any kind of accident.

Don’t just pick any brand, no matter how excellent, inexpensive, or available it is. Ensure that safety measures have been considered.

Materials

We advise not to buy products from brands that don’t specify the materials they use unless we’re sure the product is made with good quality materials. It’s important to be confident about a purchase before you make one, so when the materials used aren’t clearly specified, it makes us doubt the product’s quality.

It’s imperative to consider what material will work best for your requirements before you make an investment since you could find yourself wasting your money.

Types

As you know by now, there are various types of lights for aquarium planted tanks available in the market. You have to understand the pros and cons of individual types of products before picking the perfect one for your needs.

It is best to compare the advantages with each other before determining the perfect type.

Instruction Manual

Before you can utilize a product, often there are some fundamental guidelines that must be followed to get the most out of it. While some people may be able to just figure it out on their own, others may need an instruction manual.

Instruction manual is designed to provide you with information about how to use the product. The manual also goes over the safety precautions and explains how to recognize potential hazards. So you should buy the product that comes with an instruction manual.

Performance

When you are planning to buy any product, you will definitely think of its performance because nobody wants to waste his money buying a wrong product. So, check ins and outs of the lights for aquarium planted tanks from user’s review, forums and expert people before you pick a specific model.

Versatility

It can be frustrating when you buy something and then it turns out three days later that it is not what you need. With a little thought and effort, it is possible to avoid this by purchasing a versatile product that has multiple uses. You can use one product for many purposes.

You can also use the product in different ways, depending on the need at the time. In this way, you can also save money as you’ll just need to purchase the perfect one.

Accessories

When you are planning to buy a product, you will definitely think of the accessories available in the market. Because anytime soon, it may cause damages due to unwanted accidents at any stage of its usages.

Some products also come in bundles, where they have a combo package of the necessary items that you may need with it.

Colors

Yup, color does matter! When you are planning to buy a Whole House Water Conditioners from dozens of models, you will definitely wish to get your desired color. As, color is the symbol of choice, aristocracy and represents your personal taste.

We have reviewed some of the best lights for aquarium planted tanks considering this option of course.

Compactness

A Whole House Water Conditioners is highly compact in order to have a high usage capacity. Compactness also ensures good portability and easy handling of a unit. Because if product doesn’t comes handy, you may face it tough to manage while using it.

After reading our buying guide, you will get the answers for the following questions:

  • How much does the lights for aquarium planted tanks?
  • What are the benefits of a lights for aquarium planted tanks?
  • Where to buy the lights for aquarium planted tanks?
  • What is the best brands of lights for aquarium planted tanks?
  • How long does a lights for aquarium planted tanks last?
  • Does lights for aquarium planted tanks comes with a manufacturer warranty?
  • Are lights for aquarium planted tanks worth it?

Final Words

Selecting the best item from a group of choices is a difficult job. We hope that our effort in finding the best lights for aquarium planted tanks has contributed something to you.

To help you make the right choice, we have included reviews of our top choices, a thoroughly researched buying guide, and a simple comparison.

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