Reef Octopus Skimmers

[pinstripe]

Just want to know if anyone knows which is a better skimmer, the Reef Octopus BH-300F or the BH-2000? Both are hang on the back, one has 2 internal pumps vs. one external. Both are rated the same at 135 gallons. Curious if anyone has a recommendation.

 

[stanlalee]

BH-2000. the pump (OTP-2000) is more reliable, servicable being outside and readily available if something should happen to it. the external placement reduces heat transfer from the pump to the aquarium and the twin pumps are really no advantage. OTP-2000= 530gph pump while the resuns are 225gph each= 500gph. they are rated for the same size because the skimmers are about the same size and the pump(s) have about the samewater moving capabilities (not sure which performs better once you factor air draw or which pulls more air).

 

[pinstripe]

thanks stanlalee,
that's the one I was almost sure to get anyway, but your points sealed the deal.
I appreciate the info