nanocube/aquapod for beginners

[jeepguy]

I've been reading the forums for a bit now and have been very impressed with the wealth of information. I'm planning on purchasing and beginning a saltwater aquarium in the next few months and have been researching all of the different tank options and parameters that a tank must have as well as fish pairing, maintenance, etc. Being that I'm a poor college student, it looks like an aquapod/nanocube 24gl would be one of the most economical options for me. At around $200 + stand this kit seems to include most all of the hardware needed to keep a tank. Seeing that it has filtration, skimming, and lighting, it appears the only other immediate piece of hardware needed would be a heater. Is this accurate or am I forgetting something? Thanks in advance.

 

[jdinger29]

I have only looked at a few of these in person but the ones I looked at had heaters but did not have skimmers... I don't know if that helps or not...

 

[zanski]

nano's come pretty much loaded up. not sure about a heater, i think the lights will be enough unless you will in canada or something. i live in Atlanta and i need a chiller for mine!

But get an AquaPod you can get a 24 gal in Atlanta for 180. plus shipping. Depending on your location SHOP SHOP SHOP!! like buying a car LFS's WILL beat prices most of the time!