D-D H2Ocean Pro Plus Salt vs Tropic Marine Pro Salt

sweet ride · 07/17/2009, 09:13 PM

Just wanted to know how many people used this kind of salt and what did you find positive and negative about them. I undestand cost is one of them TM Pro Salt $104.57Cnd vs DD H2O $79.95Cnd; TM Pro 200 gallons vs DD H2O 150 – 180 gallons.

Aquarist007 · 07/17/2009, 10:00 PM

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Originally posted by sweet ride
Just wanted to know how many people used this kind of salt and what did you find positive and negative about them. I undestand cost is one of them TM Pro Salt $104.57Cnd vs DD H2O $79.95Cnd; TM Pro 200 gallons vs DD H2O 150 – 180 gallons.

here is an excellent thread where salt mixes are discussed. I just posted a comment their about using h2o

You must be quoting prices from MOPS

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh...2#post15371692

sweet ride · 07/17/2009, 11:02 PM

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Originally posted by capn_hylinur
here is an excellent thread where salt mixes are discussed. I just posted a comment their about using h2o

You must be quoting prices from MOPS

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh...2#post15371692

I was just reading your comments on other thread..... I did find the same film that when I was using IO.

As per the price yes that is MOPS price LOL... I was just there today!!!

Michael · 07/18/2009, 06:53 AM

ive used both, and like both alot, however the D&D imo is far superior

mikeatjac · 07/18/2009, 07:20 AM

D&D is much better IMO too. I did have issues with my CR after I started using D&D. For some reason it maintains Alk and Calcium levels better than any other salt I have used.

Michael · 07/18/2009, 07:24 AM

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Originally posted by mikeatjac
D&D is much better IMO too. I did have issues with my CR after I started using D&D. For some reason it maintains Alk and Calcium levels better than any other salt I have used.

yeah absolutely right mike

the levels are boosted purposely for the reef aquarist, imo its the best salt for the reefer on the market, not sure if its the best cost wise, but with the raised levels less dosing is needed so in the long run i think its cost effective as well.

Aquarist007 · 07/18/2009, 07:44 AM

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Originally posted by Michael
yeah absolutely right mike the levels are boosted purposely for the reef aquarist, imo its the best salt for the reefer on the market, not sure if its the best cost wise, but with the raised levels less dosing is needed so in the long run i think its cost effective as well.

that's why I switched--so I could cut back on the two part I was dosing.
How much are you paying for it over there Michael?

Michael · 07/18/2009, 10:39 AM

its 50 uk pounds in sterling for a 22 kg bucket, not sure how many gallons that makes but it lasts me about 3 months

Aquarist007 · 07/18/2009, 01:46 PM

that's about 92 Cdn dollars. We are lucky in this area to have Mops( mail order parts and supplies) to get it for 79 dollars.

Michael · 07/19/2009, 02:20 AM

thats an excellent price scott, i think we do pay a little too much over here to be honest with most things, i think its worth it though, my tank seems to have improved drastically since i switched to D&D

1DeR9_3Hy · 07/19/2009, 06:49 AM

If you can find Red Sea Coral Pro in your area its the same as DD's, but usually 10-15% cheaper.

Michael · 07/19/2009, 07:29 AM

h--mmm, im not sure it is the same tbh, i havent seen red sea about, im sure its for sale somewhere no doubt though

cwschoon · 02/22/2017, 06:02 PM

So, this is a really old thread!!
I used to be in the business and sold aquarium dry goods, equipment, etc for a distributor but what is this Ocean Pro you speak of? Since I moved back to TO, I have been using reef crystals, which is a brand I used to sell.
How has the salt been treating you for the past 7 years or so?

07/17/2009, 09:13 PM	#1
sweet ride Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Mississauga Posts: 505	D-D H2Ocean Pro Plus Salt vs Tropic Marine Pro Salt Just wanted to know how many people used this kind of salt and what did you find positive and negative about them. I undestand cost is one of them TM Pro Salt $104.57Cnd vs DD H2O $79.95Cnd; TM Pro 200 gallons vs DD H2O 150 – 180 gallons.

07/18/2009, 06:53 AM	#4
Michael NTTH Rookie Help Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Gloucester, England,UK Posts: 7,808 Blog Entries: 6	ive used both, and like both alot, however the D&D imo is far superior __________________ Don't be afraid to ask questions, we in the new to the hobby are here to help you [For My Tank Spec,Photo Album,Articles and website, click on my name] MY Very Kindest and Warmest Regards , MIKE Current Tank Info: I have a 92 gal Corner Tank, and way too many pieces of equipment to list really, (proud member of the reef central corner club)

07/18/2009, 07:20 AM	#5
mikeatjac Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Jacksonville, Florida Posts: 2,433	D&D is much better IMO too. I did have issues with my CR after I started using D&D. For some reason it maintains Alk and Calcium levels better than any other salt I have used. __________________ Red Sea Reefer 525 - BK 160- G5 Blue - GHL

07/18/2009, 10:39 AM	#8
Michael NTTH Rookie Help Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Gloucester, England,UK Posts: 7,808 Blog Entries: 6	its 50 uk pounds in sterling for a 22 kg bucket, not sure how many gallons that makes but it lasts me about 3 months __________________ Don't be afraid to ask questions, we in the new to the hobby are here to help you [For My Tank Spec,Photo Album,Articles and website, click on my name] MY Very Kindest and Warmest Regards , MIKE Current Tank Info: I have a 92 gal Corner Tank, and way too many pieces of equipment to list really, (proud member of the reef central corner club)

07/18/2009, 01:46 PM	#9
Aquarist007 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Hamilton, Canada Posts: 28,240 Blog Entries: 1	that's about 92 Cdn dollars. We are lucky in this area to have Mops( mail order parts and supplies) to get it for 79 dollars. __________________ I prefer my substrates stirred but not shaken Current Tank Info: 150gal long mixed reef, 90gal sump, 60 gal refugium with 200 lbs live rock

07/19/2009, 02:20 AM	#10
Michael NTTH Rookie Help Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Gloucester, England,UK Posts: 7,808 Blog Entries: 6	thats an excellent price scott, i think we do pay a little too much over here to be honest with most things, i think its worth it though, my tank seems to have improved drastically since i switched to D&D __________________ Don't be afraid to ask questions, we in the new to the hobby are here to help you [For My Tank Spec,Photo Album,Articles and website, click on my name] MY Very Kindest and Warmest Regards , MIKE Current Tank Info: I have a 92 gal Corner Tank, and way too many pieces of equipment to list really, (proud member of the reef central corner club)

07/19/2009, 06:49 AM	#11
1DeR9_3Hy Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 2,575	If you can find Red Sea Coral Pro in your area its the same as DD's, but usually 10-15% cheaper. __________________ I hope it never catches on, I like having the oldest tank on here and I don't have to worry about calcification, bio pellets, Vodka dosing, DSBs, Chaetomorpha (I don't even know what that is) Carbonite hardness and all of these other things many people worry about. If I had to think about all of that stuff I would get a stroke. My test kit came in a wooden box and the directions say to keep in a cool chariott. I throw some food in the tank, wave hello to the fish and go out with my wife and have a nice glass of merlot with dinner. Have a great day but most of all, have fun. -PaulB Current Tank Info: 27 Gallon DAS softy/fish reef

07/19/2009, 07:29 AM	#12
Michael NTTH Rookie Help Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Gloucester, England,UK Posts: 7,808 Blog Entries: 6	h--mmm, im not sure it is the same tbh, i havent seen red sea about, im sure its for sale somewhere no doubt though __________________ Don't be afraid to ask questions, we in the new to the hobby are here to help you [For My Tank Spec,Photo Album,Articles and website, click on my name] MY Very Kindest and Warmest Regards , MIKE Current Tank Info: I have a 92 gal Corner Tank, and way too many pieces of equipment to list really, (proud member of the reef central corner club)

02/22/2017, 06:02 PM	#13
cwschoon Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,318	So, this is a really old thread!! I used to be in the business and sold aquarium dry goods, equipment, etc for a distributor but what is this Ocean Pro you speak of? Since I moved back to TO, I have been using reef crystals, which is a brand I used to sell. How has the salt been treating you for the past 7 years or so?