Pump Recommendation

[mr_meoffiii]

It is time to replace the return pump on my 100gal reef. I have been using a Little Giant for the last few years. Havent had to may problem but is starting to get noisy. Does anyone have a recommendation, or keep going with what I've got?

 

[les]

I prefer the Dolphin pumps but others prefer the Sequence. Both are direct drive units and both have great reputations.

 

[bradreef]

sequence is what people prefer.

 

[les]

Not every person in the hobby thinks that Sequence is the pump of choice or the only thing to use. That being said, I have no problem with them whatsoever.

 

[ROWAUSA]

Sequence is an up and coming star with their new expanded line of aquarium pumps. I know of several in operation and the owners love them. I also know of Iwaki pumps that have been running for 12 years.

 

[wes]

pumps in

One-off the longest lasting pumps out there is the iwaki. Dolphin pumps are a good pump but overtime they tend to start to leak , although this usually takes years. Iwaki pumps are the ones that I would recommend if you want a long-term pump.