It looks like I will be getting my tank alot sooner than I thought. My financial manager (wife ) says Next month so which tank gives more bang for the buck San Diego Plastics, Inc, SeaClear Aquariums, Clear for life, ATM or Tenecor Aquariums.
if you're ok with used equipment, i would try to travel that route 1st. i was able to purchase $800 (retail) of lighting and pumps for $225 earlier this year.
you may be able to purchase a full setup from someone for a lot less than you would pay for new.
Used is the way to go. I bought my 300 setup, with everything excepts lights for $1000. It was in bad shape and required a lot of work, but well worth it.