Light Setup & Schedule

The Schedule

If you need more growth, increase gradually by +30 minutes per week:

Best Practices for Lights

• Buy more powerful lights than you need, then run them dimmer. This gives you better control and extends the lifespan of your lights.
• Avoid relying on light apps for scheduling — most are unintuitive and prone to errors.
• Use a smart plug for timing. Set your desired color in the app, leave the light "always on," and control on/off with a smart plug for a simpler, more reliable setup.
• Skip the sunrise/sunset ramp features. Gradual brightness changes have minimal real impact and add unnecessary complexity.

How Many Lights Do You Need?

• A single light can work on a 90cm tank if it's low-tech or low-demand
• Two lights are preferred on 90cm if you're running higher light or more demanding plants

What to Buy

Lights — all adjustable, dimmable, RGB, Bluetooth app

Strong / higher end

Budget-friendly

Timing