20 Best Reef Lighting [2024]

Are you looking for the best reef lighting? Based on expert reviews, we ranked them. We've listed our top-ranked picks, including the top-selling reef lighting.

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1 SMATFARM LED Aquarium Light - Updated Program Coral Reef Light Dimmable 95Watts Full Spectrum... SMATFARM LED Aquarium Light - Updated Program Coral Reef Light Dimmable 95Watts Full Spectrum...
2 VIPARSPECTRA Timer Control Dimmable 165W LED Aquarium Light Full Spectrum for Grow Coral Reef Marine... VIPARSPECTRA Timer Control Dimmable 165W LED Aquarium Light Full Spectrum for Grow Coral Reef...
3 NICREW 50 Watts Aquarium LED Reef Light, Dimmable Full Spectrum Marine LED for Saltwater Coral Fish... NICREW 50 Watts Aquarium LED Reef Light, Dimmable Full Spectrum Marine LED for Saltwater Coral...
4 NICREW Saltwater Aquarium Light, Marine LED Fish Tank Light for Coral Reef Tanks, 2-Channel Timer... NICREW Saltwater Aquarium Light, Marine LED Fish Tank Light for Coral Reef Tanks, 2-Channel Timer...
5 Fluval Sea Marine 3.0 LED Aquarium Lighting for Coral Growth, 32 Watts, 24-34 Inches Fluval Sea Marine 3.0 LED Aquarium Lighting for Coral Growth, 32 Watts, 24-34 Inches
6 Orphek OR3 Reef Aquarium LED Bar – for Coral Pop Fluorescent Color Growth and Illumination –... Orphek OR3 Reef Aquarium LED Bar – for Coral Pop Fluorescent Color Growth and Illumination –...
7 Aquarium Lights –2nd Generation A029 Aquarium LED Light 30Watts Saltwater Lighting with Touch... Aquarium Lights –2nd Generation A029 Aquarium LED Light 30Watts Saltwater Lighting with Touch...
8 NICREW 30W Reef LED Aquarium Light, Dimmable Marine LED Light with Dual Channel Wired Controller,... NICREW 30W Reef LED Aquarium Light, Dimmable Marine LED Light with Dual Channel Wired Controller,...
9 MICMOL - Smart LED Aquarium Light, Aqua Air AA-1200 Marine 96W, 48~60', Programmable Timer Sunrise... MICMOL - Smart LED Aquarium Light, Aqua Air AA-1200 Marine 96W, 48~60", Programmable Timer...
10 Current USA Orbit Marine LED Light, 18'-24' | With LOOP IR Controller for Wireless Lighting & Wave... Current USA Orbit Marine LED Light, 18"-24" | With LOOP IR Controller for Wireless Lighting &...
11 Relassy Updated Aquarium Light with Remote Control, 300W Dimmable LED Coral Reef Light for Saltwater... Relassy Updated Aquarium Light with Remote Control, 300W Dimmable LED Coral Reef Light for...
12 Phlizon 165W Dimmable Full Spectrum Aquarium LED Light Fish Tank LED Reef Decoration Light for... Phlizon 165W Dimmable Full Spectrum Aquarium LED Light Fish Tank LED Reef Decoration Light for...
13 AquaticLife HM Electronics Edge Marine Coral Reef Wireless LED Aquarium Light Fixture with Full... AquaticLife HM Electronics Edge Marine Coral Reef Wireless LED Aquarium Light Fixture with Full...
14 IREENUO Aquarium LED Light, Full Spectrum Fish Tank Clip on Light with Remote, Color Changing... IREENUO Aquarium LED Light, Full Spectrum Fish Tank Clip on Light with Remote, Color Changing...
15 WILLS Aquarium Lights Dimmable Full Spectrum 165W Fish Tank LED Planted Aquarium Lights for... WILLS Aquarium Lights Dimmable Full Spectrum 165W Fish Tank LED Planted Aquarium Lights for...
16 AquaticLife HM Electronics Core XP Marine Coral Reef Wireless LED Aquarium Light Fixture with Full... AquaticLife HM Electronics Core XP Marine Coral Reef Wireless LED Aquarium Light Fixture with...
17 AquaIllumination AI Prime 16 HD Reef Aquarium LED (Black) AquaIllumination AI Prime 16 HD Reef Aquarium LED (Black)
18 Full Spectrum Aquarium Light, Adjustable Saltwater Fish Tank Light for Reef, Coral, Nano Aquarium... Full Spectrum Aquarium Light, Adjustable Saltwater Fish Tank Light for Reef, Coral, Nano Aquarium...
19 lucare 12-18 inches 18W Saltwater Aquarium Light with Full Spectrum LED, Exclusive Reef Coral Light... lucare 12-18 inches 18W Saltwater Aquarium Light with Full Spectrum LED, Exclusive Reef Coral...
20 Reef Brite XHO Blue LED Strip Light - 30 Inch Reef Brite XHO Blue LED Strip Light - 30 Inch
SaleBestseller No. 1
SMATFARM LED Aquarium Light - Updated Program Coral Reef Light Dimmable 95Watts Full Spectrum...
  • PROFESSIONAL SALTWATER AQUARIUM SPECTRUM - With timer and dimmer, G5 smart reef light perfectly simulate sunrise and sunset, 0%-100% dimming for...
  • REMOTE & TOUCH CONTROL & JOINT CONTROL - This 95W saltwater aquarium lighting support remote and touch control is special design for marine saltwater...
  • BETTER HEAT DISSIPATION & NO NOISE - Smart two-rollers silent temperature control fans ensuring optimal LEDs' working conditions. Noise standards is...
  • FLEXIBLE FULL ALUMINUM STANDS - Special Anti-rust design flexible full aluminum with oxidation bracket suitable for different size of coral tanks....
  • NOTICE & WARRANTY - NOTICE: From June 15,new upgraded rack is coming. A remote controller included in G5 reef tank light, but need install battery...
Bestseller No. 2
VIPARSPECTRA Timer Control Dimmable 165W LED Aquarium Light Full Spectrum for Grow Coral Reef Marine...
  • VIPARSPECTRA Timer Control Series V165 LED Aquarium Light is scientifically engineered to keep the balance of the PAR output and coverage.
  • Internal timer allows you to turn the light on or off automatically and separately. Dimmable feature can be used to adjust two channels brightness...
  • V165 is full spectrum with our proprietary layout, which is contributed by thousands of ReefCentral members, has had years of success.
  • Suitable for all photosynthetic corals, be sure to acclimate your tank or new corals to the new light by slowing increasing its exposure/intensity to...
  • 1 year local warranty plus 30 days satisfaction or return guarantee.
Bestseller No. 3
NICREW 50 Watts Aquarium LED Reef Light, Dimmable Full Spectrum Marine LED for Saltwater Coral Fish...
  • Full color spectrum (popular blue spectrum, red, green and Violet+UV) can promote optimal coral growth and enhance dramatic coloration, while creating...
  • With a maximum spread of 24″ x 24″, the light has a peak PAR of 128µMol at a depth of 24 inches, perfect for small to medium reef tanks
  • Smart fans for LEDs temperature control ensuring optimal LEDs' working conditions
  • With touch control, white and blue channels can be operated together or independently, allowing you to adjust the light intensity and spectrum for...
  • Easily mount your light on your rimmed or rimless tank with the tank mount included, you can also choose to suspend the light above your aquarium with...
Bestseller No. 4
NICREW Saltwater Aquarium Light, Marine LED Fish Tank Light for Coral Reef Tanks, 2-Channel Timer...
  • Features 445nm and 460nm blue, 10,000K white, and RGB LEDs, a higher ratio of actinic blue spectrum LEDs balanced with full spectrum creates the ideal...
  • Comes with the dual-channel timer to adjust the lighting spectrum, simulate a gradual sunrise and fading sunset through the gradual increase and...
  • One ClassicLED Marine light will support saltwater fish, live rock, soft coral, and LPS corals. For low light SPS corals, we suggest using two lights
  • Available in multiple sizes and includes extendable brackets on both ends to accommodate both rimless and framed aquariums length 30 - 36 inch
  • A glass or acrylic canopy is highly recommended to extend the life of the unit by preventing moisture from affecting it
Bestseller No. 5
Fluval Sea Marine 3.0 LED Aquarium Lighting for Coral Growth, 32 Watts, 24-34 Inches
  • Full Spectrum Marine & Reef LED Lighting with essential actinic blue spectral wavelengths promotes and supports strong coral growth and color
  • Balanced combination of multiple LEDs for optimal coral photosynthetic activity, growth & viewing
  • Features 6 unique LEDs, including 400, 420, 440, 460nm LEDs for outstanding blue spectrum coverage
  • 120 degree light dispersion for full area coverage and uniform lighting
  • Extendable mounting brackets allow easy installation on a variety of aquarium widths
Bestseller No. 6
Orphek OR3 Reef Aquarium LED Bar – for Coral Pop Fluorescent Color Growth and Illumination –...
  • The new model OR3 120 – 2020 comes with NEW LEDs! – Orphek is worldwide recognized by being the leader in LED Aquarium lighting solutions capable...
  • (SPECTRUM) The OR3 LED Bar Blue Plus is a combination of the spectrum of the OR Blue Sky and OR UV Violet that POP your corals fluorescent color and...
  • (LEDs) 36 new costomized high efficiency 5w Dual-Core power LEDs that are even more technologically advanced, therefore more efficient! – Our LEDs...
  • (VERSATILE) You can add as many as you wish or combine with Orphek Atlantik / Compact to have an even more amazing tank! – You can combine with...
  • (WARRANTY & CUSTOMER SUPPORT) - Amazon 30 days return guarantee plus Warranty and Support from Orphek. Also if you have any questions, please contact...
Bestseller No. 8
NICREW 30W Reef LED Aquarium Light, Dimmable Marine LED Light with Dual Channel Wired Controller,...
  • Full color spectrum (popular blue spectrum, red, green and Violet+UV) light promotes optimal coral growth and enhances dramatic coloration, while...
  • Adjustable light intensity with 6 levels, white and blue channels can be operated together or independently, control the light intensity and spectrum...
  • With a recommended spread of 18''x18'', the light has a peak PAR of 100µMol at a depth of 24 inches, suitable for LPS corals and soft corals reef...
  • Easily mount the light on your rimmed or rimless tank with the gooseneck mount included, you can also choose to suspend the light above your aquarium...
  • Compatible with NICREW Dual Channel timer (sold separately), gradually turns the light on to simulate sunrise and dim the light to simulate sunset
Bestseller No. 9
MICMOL - Smart LED Aquarium Light, Aqua Air AA-1200 Marine 96W, 48~60", Programmable Timer Sunrise...
  • AA-1200 96W Only 11mm (0.4"), Super thin Smart led aquarium light fashion design and great for saltwater marine reef coral LPS SPS fish tank.
  • Super bright LEDs, the real HD full spectrum building 7 bands which comes colorful spectrum of spectral combinations to fit your tank.
  • Smart Controller with timer, sunrise, sunset, lightning, 3 channel adjust intensity with 6 timer points, touch switches easy to control.
  • Adjustable super bracket, good for rim and rimless fish tank, Brackets Suit for tank size: 1185 ~ 1685mm (47" ~ 66"). Hanging Kits optional.
  • One-Year Limited Warranty. UL, Rosh, CE, SAA Certification Power Adapter, safe and efficient.
Bestseller No. 10
Current USA Orbit Marine LED Light, 18"-24" | With LOOP IR Controller for Wireless Lighting & Wave...
  • BRIGHTER, MORE COLORS- Your aquarium is full of spectacular colors, why not bring them all to life. Introducing the new Orbit Marine LED. Now packed...
  • SUPER COLOR- Producing eye-popping color rendition and brilliant shimmer effects, the Orbit Marine produces a limitless number of color spectrums. A...
  • MULTIPLE MODES- With modes that dim periodically to create cloud cover effects, storm modes that will blow you away complete with lightning strikes...
  • EASY INSTALLATION- Extendable brakets allows this LED light to fit most aquairum fish tanks 18-24 inches wide. The razor thin aluminum profile...
  • REALISTIC EFFECTS- From start-up to sundown, the Orbit Marine gradually mimics the effect of a slow sunrise, bright daylight, dimming sunset and...
SaleBestseller No. 11
Relassy Updated Aquarium Light with Remote Control, 300W Dimmable LED Coral Reef Light for Saltwater...
  • 【 Professional Coral Reef Light】: 338 pcs led chips perfectly simulate the natural sunlight required for the growth of corals, fish and algae. The...
  • 【Large coverage area】: The size of saltwater aquarium light is 22 ”x 12”, larger 40% than other led reef coral light. A three-layer reflector...
  • 【Dimmable &Timer Function】: The aquarium light comes with remote control . Long press the button for 3-4 seconds to achieve this operation to...
  • 【No Fan & No Noise】: This led coral light is equipped with advanced aviation aluminum back panel as well as a small heatsink to achieve excellent...
  • 【Reliable Quality & Friendly Service】: Our aquarium lighting has been certified by FCC, CE, ROHS, and PSE. Furthermore, we also offer you...
Bestseller No. 12
Phlizon 165W Dimmable Full Spectrum Aquarium LED Light Fish Tank LED Reef Decoration Light for...
  • FULL SPECTRUM- Include UV Blue Purple Red White and Green Light.Blue UV light promotes plants to defense mechanisms.Purple light can be used to...
  • UNIQUE DESIGN- The difference of us is that our lighting is aimed at the healthy growth of aquatic plants such as moss and coral algae, The light...
  • DOUBLE DIMMER MODEL- 2 Dimmer model for setting lights to acclimate your fish and aquatic plants to the new light by slowing increasing its...
  • DIMENSION- 16"*8"*2.4"(40*20*6cm), Weight: 6.6 lbs. Perfect fit for 24″*24″*24" fish tank, Fit for less than 57 gallon.Max coverage area:...
  • BEST SERVICE- We are a professional LED light manufacturer with strong R&D team and many light tester. 1 years warranty plus 30 days money back...
SaleBestseller No. 13
AquaticLife HM Electronics Edge Marine Coral Reef Wireless LED Aquarium Light Fixture with Full...
  • LED AQUARIUM LIGHT – HM Electronics Edge Marine Wireless LED Aquarium Lighting is ideal for healthy coral reef growth. Delivering vivid colors and...
  • FULL SPECTRUM OF COLORS – Full spectrum aquarium lights deliver up to 42 watts of Triple Actinic Blue 400nm/420nm/450nm, Dual Blue 472nm/515nm, Dual...
  • WATERPROOF IPX7 – This waterproof aquarium light unit is IPX7 waterproof rated to 1 meter on all EDGE WiFi LED fixtures within 30 minutes. This also...
  • FITS AQUARIUM FRAMES – The 24-inch aquarium light fixture’s adjustable mounting legs fit frames 22” to 27.9” in length. Its  3/4” thick,...
  • APP CONTROLLED SMART LIGHT – Fish aquarium smart led lights, app controlled via your iOS or Android phone. From the Great Barrier Reef to the...
Bestseller No. 14
IREENUO Aquarium LED Light, Full Spectrum Fish Tank Clip on Light with Remote, Color Changing...
  • ECO-LIKE NATURAL LIGHTING: Aquarium fish light comes with a 24-hour Automatic Sunlight Cycle Mode and 4 Weather Effect Modes (Cloudy, Thunder, Sunny,...
  • SUIT FOR VIRTUALLY ANY TANKS: Adjustable clip-on fish tank light can be clamped on any position of the fish tank wall whose maximum thickness is 0.9...
  • MAKE YOUR FISH MORE BEAUTIFUL: High-quality lamp bead of IREENUO fish tank light, with excellent color, provides a splendid soft lighting environment...
  • HIGHER ENERGY EFFICIENCY: Low power consumption operation promises the security of aquarium lighting. 7W/13W energy-saving LED light allows low power...
  • NOTE: There are three sizes for choice, 11.8*2.6*0.4 in (30*6.5*1 cm) with 10W; 20.5*2.6*0.4 in (52*6.5*1 cm) with 16W;23.6*2.6*0.4 in (61*6.5*1 cm)...
SaleBestseller No. 15
WILLS Aquarium Lights Dimmable Full Spectrum 165W Fish Tank LED Planted Aquarium Lights for...
  • 🐟【HIGH PAR VALUE】 - Scientifically engineered to keep the PAR/Lumen Output and Coverage balanced. The PAR Value can reach 858 at 24" height...
  • 🐟【ADVANCED FULL SPECTRUM】 - Includes Red, Blue, Cool White, Green and Warm White, perfect full spectrum layout that can promote photosynthesis...
  • 🐟【2 DIMMING CHANNELS】 - Both Blue Channel and White Channel can be adjusted uniformly from 0%-100% to meet different needs of your corals, reef...
  • 🐟【SECONDARY OPTICAL CRYSTAL LENS】 - 90° crystal lens thereby to penetrate the depth of water, make the water more brighter and clearer,...
  • 🐟【BEST SERVICE】 - WILLS is a professional LED light manufacturer with strong R&D team and many light tester. 1 years warranty plus 30 days...
Bestseller No. 16
AquaticLife HM Electronics Core XP Marine Coral Reef Wireless LED Aquarium Light Fixture with Full...
  • LED AQUARIUM LIGHT – HM Electronics Marine Wireless LED Aquarium Lighting is ideal for healthy coral reef growth. Delivering vivid colors and...
  • FULL SPECTRUM OF COLORS – Full spectrum aquarium LED lights that deliver up to 172 watts of Triple Actinic Blue 400nm/420nm/450nm, Dual Blue...
  • WATERPROOF IP66 – This waterproof aquarium light unit is IP66 waterproof and is protected with its rustproof aluminum housing. It’s designed with...
  • IDEAL FOR 24” x 36” AQUARIUMS – The aquarium light fixture is ideal for 24” x 36” aquariums. Copper heat-path technology conducts heat 100...
  • APP CONTROLLED SMART LIGHT – Fish aquarium smart led lights, app controlled via your iOS or Android smartphone. From the Great Barrier Reef to the...
Bestseller No. 17
AquaIllumination AI Prime 16 HD Reef Aquarium LED (Black)
  • Dimensions Length 4.88in. (12.4cm) Width 4.88in. (12.4cm) Height 1.34in. (3.4cm)
Bestseller No. 18
Full Spectrum Aquarium Light, Adjustable Saltwater Fish Tank Light for Reef, Coral, Nano Aquarium...
  • RF REMOTE CONTROLLER: 4 programmable channels to customize spectrum easily and 360° adjustable rustproof gooseneck, both 60 and 180 degree optical...
  • SOLID QUALITY COB BUlBS: Super bright nano led aquarium light, COB Multi-color LED provides evenly-distributed illumination,strong penetrability,...
  • WIDELY RANGE FOR TANK: Diameter 2.7 inches/7.0cm, suitable for 8"~18"(45 cm) long saltwater tank. Plug and play, easy installation for fish tank.
  • HEAT DISSIPATION: Quality aluminum cold forging heat sink, efficient cooling system, perfectly light up your coral reef tank.
  • ※WIFI CONTROL TECHNOLOGY※: Wifi controller is not included in the package, please purchase it separately. 4 programmable channels timing, dimming...
Bestseller No. 19
lucare 12-18 inches 18W Saltwater Aquarium Light with Full Spectrum LED, Exclusive Reef Coral Light...
  • 🐠PMMA Lens/High Power/Lumen/PAR Value:Total Power 18W and up to 100μmol PAR value at 11.8 inches height. Design with 80pcs Full Spectrum LEDs, 60...
  • 🐠Full Spectrum 7-Band: 80pcs LED inside. Professional full spectrum light include🟣royal violet (390- 400 nm) 🔵royal blue (410- 430 nm)...
  • 🐠Two lighting modes: Full spectrum LEDs for coral tank landscape + coral growth or Blue LEDs only for coral growth, created especially for...
  • 🐠Adjustable Light Color :You can adjust light mode and brightness ;Tap “M” button to Switch 3 light modes, hold button for 4 seconds to turn it...
  • 🐠Safety voltage: 20V input voltage with UL listed wall plug switch power. Our 30-day money back guarantee policy and 3 Years Warranty.

Having trouble finding a great reef lighting?

This problem is well understood by us because we have gone through the entire reef lighting research process ourselves, which is why we have put together a comprehensive list of the best reef lightings available in the market today.

After hours of searching and using all the models on the market, we have found the best reef lighting for 2023. See our ranking below!

How Do You Buy The Best Reef Lighting?

Do you get stressed out thinking about shopping for a great reef lighting? Do doubts keep creeping into your mind?

We understand, because we’ve already gone through the whole process of researching reef lighting, which is why we have assembled a comprehensive list of the greatest reef lighting available in the current market. We’ve also come up with a list of questions that you probably have yourself.

John Harvards has done the best we can with our thoughts and recommendations, but it’s still crucial that you do thorough research on your own for reef lighting that you consider buying. Your questions might include the following:

  • Is it worth buying an reef lighting?
  • What benefits are there with buying an reef lighting?
  • What factors deserve consideration when shopping for an effective reef lighting?
  • Why is it crucial to invest in any reef lighting, much less the best one?
  • Which reef lighting are good in the current market?
  • Where can you find information like this about reef lighting?

We’re convinced that you likely have far more questions than just these regarding reef lighting, and the only real way to satisfy your need for knowledge is to get information from as many reputable online sources as you possibly can.

Potential sources can include buying guides for reef lighting, rating websites, word-of-mouth testimonials, online forums, and product reviews. Thorough and mindful research is crucial to making sure you get your hands on the best-possible reef lighting. Make sure that you are only using trustworthy and credible websites and sources.

John Harvards provides an reef lighting buying guide, and the information is totally objective and authentic. We employ both AI and big data in proofreading the collected information.

How did we create this buying guide? We did it using a custom-created selection of algorithms that lets us manifest a top-10 list of the best available reef lighting currently available on the market.

This technology we use to assemble our list depends on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the following:

  1. Brand Value: Every brand of reef lighting has a value all its own. Most brands offer some sort of unique selling proposition that’s supposed to bring something different to the table than their competitors.
  2. Features: What bells and whistles matter for an reef lighting?
  3. Specifications: How powerful they are can be measured.
  4. Product Value: This simply is how much bang for the buck you get from your reef lighting.
  5. Customer Ratings: Number ratings grade reef lighting objectively.
  6. Customer Reviews: Closely related to ratings, these paragraphs give you first-hand and detailed information from real-world users about their reef lighting.
  7. Product Quality: You don’t always get what you pay for with an reef lighting, sometimes less, and sometimes more.
  8. Product Reliability: How sturdy and durable an reef lighting is should be an indication of how long it will work out for you.

John Harvards always remembers that maintaining reef lighting information to stay current is a top priority, which is why we are constantly updating our websites. Learn more about us using online sources.

If you think that anything we present here regarding reef lighting is irrelevant, incorrect, misleading, or erroneous, then please let us know promptly!

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