If you go with HOB skimmer, really hate to say it, because I understand the budget, but I got an Aqua C Remora skimmer for bout 140. I have a 55 though, but if you go through the right sites you might be able to get one reasonably priced. Just don't go for cheap cheap. Equipment like that you will have for a long time, or you want for a long time. Just IMO. Some places are having crazy sales too, so you could get lucky like that. I upgraded my lighting and saved almost 200 bucks. woo hoo ;-)