Newb Question (Hydrometer)

[cerealkiller]

Hi all,
I've been using a Marine Labs and Red Sea hydrometer for my testing and the readings they've givin me have been drastically different. I've gotten a 1.023 on one and then tested with the other and got 1.026. It's got me a little concerned about their accuracy. Can I get some feedback on a reliable Hydrometer that I should look into buying and if I should be so concerned? Thanks!!!!

 

[darknes]

I've never like hydrometers, they're very touchy.
I'd recommend investing in a refractometer. They're much easier to use and more consistent.

 

[cerealkiller]

Great! thank you for the response i'll give that a shot

 

[meleerock]

I have a refractometer. It is so hassle free and way more reliable than a swing arm hydrometer. They sell them on this site for pretty cheap. well worth the money imo

 

[zdthompson]

you may have a bubble on the little arrow thing mine did that when i first got it you just have to tap the hydrm really hard on something to get ANY bubbles out

 

[cerealkiller]

K it sounds like investing in the refractometer is the way to go. Thanks again