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NICREW ClassicLED Aquarium Light Fish Tank Light with Extendable Brackets White and Blue LEDs
Last Updated: March 10, 2020 (Refresh Now)
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Features
282tank, aquarium, light, nicrew, fish
+95%
-5%
" ... Luckily I bought the Nicrew timer as well which allows me to dim the lights to just the perfect setting. ... "
" ... Light works great. ... "
" ... I love the two options for lights! ... "
" ... Over all is a good light. ... "
" ... This light is small yet powerful. ... Since it has a toggle switch, you can use a regular timer with no problem. ... "
" ... Good light for plants ... "
" ... I'm not a fan of just blue lights but it's nice to know I have the option if I wanted it. ... "
" ... I'm very happy with the light. ... "
Price
107light, money, worth the money, value, worth
+94%
-6%
" ... Half the price of retail stores. ... "
" ... Great for the price ... "
" ... This light is pretty amazing for the price. ... "
" ... Great light for the price! ... "
" ... I don’t have a complaint because it’s really good for the price. ... "
" ... Great light for the money. ... "
" ... A great light especially for the price. ... "
" ... It performs to my desire and is a great price ... "
Storage
90gallon, fish, aquarium, 10 gallon tank, 20 gallon
+94%
-6%
" ... Was very easy to set up and adjust to fit our 10 gallon tank. ... "
" ... Plenty bright on myv10 gallon. ... "
" ... You pull out the frame to fit your tank. ... "
" ... I have a 55 gallon and the 48 inch fits perfectly. ... "
" ... Light seems to work well on my 2 gallon tank. ... "
" ... Fits a 10 gallon tank perfectly. ... "
" ... Fits my 29 gallon tank perfectly. ... "
" ... Works great for my ten gallon tank. ... "
Fit
77fits, brackets, aquarium, gallon, hood
+96%
-4%
" ... Fits nicely, wish it was a few inches higher from the top . ... "
" ... It sits on top of the glass hood and the bracket adjusts so I could attach it to the tank itself if I wanted to. ... "
" ... Well my first initial impression for it was that it felt great out of the package fits well for my 55g tank love the blue lighting for my fish he gets skiddish if the tank is tooo bright. ... "
" ... I was pleasantly surprised when it arrived to see how nice it looks and how well it fits the octagon tank. ... I ordered a second one for my larger tank it too fits great. ... "
" ... Fit perfectly on 30 gal, no more fluorescent for me, functions perfectly ... "
" ... Fits perfect with my tank length. ... "
" ... Utilized as a retro fit for my octagon tank that had a built in light strip .able to apply perfectly ... "
" ... Fits a 10 gallon tank perfectly. ... "
Product Reliability
71working, stopped working, lights, tank, lasted
+56%
-44%
" ... No issues yet! ... "
" ... I've only had it for two months, so I can't speak to the reliability of these lights. ... "
" ... I've been using the timer for 1 week now and so far it's working as it should. ... "
" ... But who knows how long it will last though hopefully for a long time. ... "
" ... Had for a couple of months. ... Working as expected ... "
" ... Working great so far looks awesome. ... "
" ... I’ve had it running every day for about three months so far and it looks great. ... "
" ... I loved it for my fresh water but as soon I switched it for my salt water, it got really corroded and it stopped working. ... "
Night Photography
65night, bright, blue, blue night light, fish
+94%
-6%
" ... I love how it has the white light and the blue light setting for day and night. ... "
" ... The daylight setting is bright and I love the blue night setting. ... "
" ... The day light is bright and the beauty of the tank is amazing. ... "
" ... Very affordable light. ... "
" ... This light grows low to medium light plants in this 20 high. ... "
" ... This light works well to give the day/night feel. ... "
" ... Much brighter than the original hood light. ... "
" ... Give a beautiful amount of light and the night blue light illuminates well!! ... "
Ease of Use
57easy, easy to use, bright, easy to install, setup
+96%
-4%
" ... Easy to switch over ... "
" ... Simple setup and install. ... "
" ... It’s really easy to set up the timer to turn on and off at specific times of the day. ... "
" ... Super easy install/fitting. ... "
" ... It’s easy to center on the tank. ... "
" ... Very bright, and easy to use. ... "
" ... It is easy to operate and install. ... "
" ... Very easy to set up and is a very pretty blue, I thought it could change colors but didn’t. ... "
Design
56look, tank, blue, bright, aquarium
+98%
-2%
" ... I’m really surprised with how great this new light looks and how easy it was to put on. ... "
" ... Adds another dimension to my aquarium ... "
" ... The blue light is really bright and makes the tank look beautiful. ... "
" ... It looks good too. ... "
" ... New light looks great. ... "
" ... But blue is beautiful. ... "
" ... Makes the tank look great. ... "
" ... LEDs look good on the aquarium. ... "
Color
43colors, blue, color, light, fish
+100%
" ... So pretty lights up two colors white blue love both ... "
" ... It startled my fish at first because the brightness is different but they're use to it now. ... Not sure why both light colors come on when one side is switched on. ... "
" ... It’s a amazing I can use the bright white light to see my fishes but I love my dark blue light to see my fish and my sceneries grow in the dark the most ... "
" ... The lights are bright. ... "
" ... Love the night blue color AND the brightness of the daylight!!! ... "
" ... I really like the two colors you can have with this light. ... "
" ... The two color options are nice. ... "
" ... First day of use it’s very bright and adds crisp diamond color to the aquarium. ... "
Setup
38easy to install, instructions, bright, install, easy
+89%
-11%
" ... Took a few tries to figure out how to setup but directions are well worded and if followed as written will be setup fast. ... "
" ... It was very easy to assemble. ... "
" ... Delivered on time, easy to assemble. ... "
" ... Installation is a breeze, just put the brackets into the holes on the side of the light and attach it onto the top of your fish tank. ... "
" ... It is bright, easy to install. ... "
" ... A perfect, low-profile fit on a 29 gallon setup. ... "
" ... Simple setup and install. ... "
" ... Just got it and plugged it in and it is so bright and so easy to set up only took me a minute or two ... "
Build Quality
34tank, adjustable, lid, brackets, legs
+74%
-26%
" ... Looks good but if you are not careful algae grows much fast because of the light source ... "
" ... I also liked that the legs are adjustable so that I can set it to the side of the filter by making one end shorter and the other longer. ... "
" ... Easily adjustable arms make it simple to set up. ... "
" ... The adjustable holding brackets are very convenient if a little stiff. ... "
" ... This feels lighter, and cheaper then the last one . ... "
" ... It's about 16 1/2 inches long but the metal supports expand to 24 inches. ... "
" ... This slim light fixture lays right on the glass cover of my aquarium. ... "
" ... So minus one star for the thin cracked plastic but plus one star for great customer support. ... "
Marketplace
29amazon, seller, described, arrived, advertised
+97%
-3%
" ... Performs as advertised ... "
" ... Thank you NICREW! ... "
" ... Good light, as advertised ... "
" ... I recommend this product and seller. ... "
" ... This light is just a described. ... "
" ... Would happily order again. ... "
" ... Tried buying local. ... "
" ... Highly recommend the product and seller, item arrived on time and was well packaged. ... "
Display Clarity
26led, bright, lights, blue, tank
+92%
-8%
" ... I've gotten adjusted to the brightness and have been very pleased with the product. ... "
" ... Now that it's not being used for my aquarium, I'm using it to light a display case. ... "
" ... It startled my fish at first because the brightness is different but they're use to it now. ... "
" ... long term use, excellent brightness ... "
" ... I like the brightness and much more the effect that blue lights do to the aquarium. ... "
" ... The brightness is actually really good. ... "
" ... used on a Beamworks 72 inch 6500k led lamp . ... "
" ... This LED is awesome! ... "
Water Resistance
20waterproof, water resistance, water proof, water resistant, aquarium
+90%
-10%
" ... Works perfect for my ten gallon tank and is water proof . ... "
" ... Has worked for a couple years now and I’ve accidentally submerged it in water several times. ... "
" ... It's a great product and I love how it makes the water in my tank shine. ... "
" ... As far as water resistance, I keep it on an open top and haven’t had any issues. ... "
" ... Water resistance is great. ... "
" ... I have dropped the lid in the water and taken it out quick a few times. ... "
" ... Very bright and nice colors,have not had it long enough to check energy efficiency, not water resistant at all. ... "
" ... Not sure about the water resistance yet. ... "
Cleaning
17tank, light, aquarium, cleaning, algae
+82%
-18%
" ... The light is easy to clean with the clear cover underneath. ... "
" ... Then we needed something to keep the tank cleaner and got a Plecostomus. ... The 15 year-old aquarium light finally bit the dust and I found this inexpensive alterative. ... "
" ... Bubbles, the fish seems very happy. ... "
" ... The light isn't heavy at all and is fairly easy to clean, I've had it on for a few days without turning it off of the blue mode once or twice and it was still cool to the touch, so no worries about it overheating. ... "
" ... The white light is really bright which makes cleaning easier and the blue light really changes the looks of the aquarium especially at night. ... "
" ... I mean so does the algae but hey I can clean that vs eating money on constantly dying plants ... "
" ... This brand is the best very clean white light. ... "
" ... I’ve had minimal green algae, but do have to clean brown algae from the glass regularly. ... "
Delivery
16product, box, opened, item, week
+63%
-38%
" ... Delivered on time, easy to assemble. ... "
" ... Arrived in just a few days after ordering. ... "
" ... Found this one on amazon and had it shipped to me using the free shipping option: It arrived within a week which I was super pleased about. ... "
" ... It also shipped very quickly. ... "
" ... Arrived home b time and that was wonderful. ... "
" ... It arrived earlier than expected and was exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... It's only been a week since it arrived, it works perfectly. ... "
" ... Item as discribed. ... Product arrived fast and as promised. ... "
Cables
11power cord, light, tank, short, wire
+27%
-73%
" ... However the power cords are very short, and moving the switch and connection from the light to the cord was a mistake. ... "
" ... After further investigation into other reviews it seems many people have problems with the wiring. ... "
" ... Product arrived missing the power cord and was obviously used. ... "
" ... There was no power cord with it!!!!! ... "
" ... I bought this LED ligths this week and when they arrived the power cord was not in the package. ... "
" ... i ordered this twice an it was missing a power supply cord. ... "
" ... Light started flickering after 1 month, but only if I bumped the housing or cord while feeding the fish. ... "
" ... 1 star off due to the length of the cord after the adapter. ... "
Returns
11refund, back, turn, sent, review
+9%
-91%
" ... Looking for refund ... "
" ... I am disappointed in this and if this is normal I would rather return it. ... "
" ... Decided to try again, but I wish I could have gotten my money back. ... "
" ... I've sent an email to them, will see if they respond and report back. ... "
" ... Became difficult to turn on and off and that's why I replaced it. ... "
" ... so I can’t review mine and I also still have to turn the lights on myself, will return. ... "
" ... Can't even find a way to ask for refund. ... "
" ... My return period is gone, and for the money I spent on this light I am highly upset. ... "
Comfort
11tank, quite, last, holding, fits
+82%
-18%
" ... They are actually quite firm, which is a lot better than being lose so it won’t fall into the tank or off to the side. ... "
" ... This feels lighter, and cheaper then the last one . ... "
" ... the material feels like it will last for a long time ... "
" ... The light is adjustable and would fit several sizes larger if necessary. ... "
" ... The adjustable holding brackets are very convenient if a little stiff. ... "
" ... Easily adjustable arms make it simple to set up. ... "
" ... Well my first initial impression for it was that it felt great out of the package fits well for my 55g tank love the blue lighting for my fish he gets skiddish if the tank is tooo bright. ... "
" ... I wish the adjustable prongs were a bit longer, I worry I will accidentally pull it a little to far and have it fall in my water but it fits just fine, I just have to be careful and keep my cats off of it. ... "
Size
10tank, light, smaller, small, powerful
+100%
" ... I should of got the bigger size but stiml nice! ... "
" ... The fact that it is adjustable is great because I don't actually know the size of the specific tank I purchased secondhand. ... "
" ... Fits my nano 17” long perfect. ... "
" ... Slim but powerful light that has allowed my plants to thrive ... "
" ... I love that it stretches to size and its extremely bright. ... "
" ... This light is small yet powerful. ... "
" ... It is exactly what I needed and the size is perfect. ... "
" ... Not bulky and Very sleek ... "
Power Consumption
9energy, time, power supply, would, uses
+56%
-44%
" ... Long lasting, uses very little power ... "
" ... LEDs save energy and should last years. ... "
" ... Rocker switch is well made and solid along with a decent power supply. ... "
" ... and this is smaller, lighter, brighter and uses less power. ... "
" ... I don't know the energy savings, but based on my knowledge of LED lighting power consumption, I expect it will be a much greater savings over traditional lighting. ... "
Overall performance
9product, price, fast, quality
+100%
" ... Work great, cheap and got here fast. ... "
" ... It's great for the price and does it's job. ... "
" ... Although I miscalculated the size for my tank, it still does the job beautifully. ... "
" ... It does the job. ... "
" ... Does the job just fine. ... "
" ... Does nice job. ... "
" ... Most of my plants are low- medium light and all of them are growing really fast! ... "
" ... I would say for salt and for freshwater the price the speed of the shipping everything was very very reasonable and the quality of the product is excellent love the adjustable legs on the sides a little stiff at first to get them inside but you definitely want them to be tight for a reason great product I highly recommend to others to purchase I will leave a video and a photo of it so you can see for yourself the quality it produces. ... "
Product As Described
9advertised, light, works, product, arrived
+100%
" ... Product was as described. ... "
" ... Works as stated. ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... This light is just a described. ... "
" ... Performs as advertised ... "
" ... Awesome light just as described! ... "
" ... worked as advertised ... "
" ... It arrived earlier than expected and was exactly as advertised. ... "
Wash Programs
8settings, remember, put, mode, like
+100%
" ... Best to put it on a timer. ... "
" ... This timer is good. ... "
" ... Since it has a toggle switch, you can use a regular timer with no problem. ... "
" ... Invest in a timer. ... "
" ... I like that it has two lighting modes. ... "
" ... Put it on a timer. ... "
" ... This timer is so handy! ... "
" ... So far so good after 3 months just get an automatic timer ... "
Controls
8switch, turn, light, wish, timer
+88%
-13%
" ... This is a basic LED controller that will turn the light on and off. ... "
" ... Since it has a toggle switch, you can use a regular timer with no problem. ... "
" ... No problems with the on-off control. ... "
" ... I also like the control to turn it off and on ... "
" ... The unit allows you to manually control the dimming, or to turn the light on/off at specified times. ... Other, similar controllers allow you to set many control points throughout the day. ... "
" ... Works well and an on off switch ... "
Screen Protection
7top, light, lights, cracked, sits
+71%
-29%
" ... Also durable if you drop it glass won’t shatter. ... "
" ... I use a glass top, so moisture isn't an issue. ... "
" ... Then I came across this light that sits right on top of the glass cover I already have. ... "
" ... And it sits perfectly on the glass top of the aquarium. ... "
Ports
7adapter, lights, come, purchase, power
+71%
-29%
" ... No need for the plug-in the socket automatic timers that take up two outlets. ... "
" ... Despite the plug being corroded it still works fine. ... "
" ... Since I want the lights to come on at 7am, I have the plug outlet powering on at 7am. ... "
Capacity
5tank, window, super, house, species
+100%
" ... Using this on a small 12x12 aquarium and like it so far. ... "
" ... All of my tanks are live bio-actives with over 20 plant species including 4-6 moss species, epiphytes, and general house plants. ... "
" ... Have a couple of these in the fish room. ... "
" ... It's super simple in nature and takes up very little room. ... "
" ... Super easy to set up and doesnt take lots of extra room! ... "
Clock
5good, clock, set, easy to set
+60%
-40%
" ... This dimmer/timer is just what I needed. ... "
" ... Since I have mine set on an external timer, I don't use the night setting as often, but it's a good option when you're watching a movie and your fish tank is a bit too bright. ... "
Hair
5light, tanks, strips, live, cutting
+100%
" ... I cut 6" x 24" strips of plexiglass and laid them across my tank top then put this light on top of the plexiglass. ... "
" ... I am using it over my 20gal tall planted with a nice layer of duckweed and the light cuts right through. ... "
" ... Perfect for my grooming fish. ... "
" ... They all grow great, I'm always trimming the overgrowth. ... "
" ... I swapped my tanks to live plants, and the lights I had just weren’t cutting it. ... "
Water Usage
4water, tanks, plants, love, fish
+100%
" ... I love it and so do my water plants. ... "
" ... Water resistance is great. ... "
" ... Not sure about the water resistance yet. ... "
" ... New filter, well water and adding agents to bio-calm water. ... "
Defective Delivery
4opened, received, product, item
+25%
-75%
" ... item box was already opened. ... "
Battery Life
4hours, time, long, day, 8
+100%
" ... Total light time is 8 hours. ... "
" ... Long lasting, uses very little power ... "
" ... Hope it lasts for a long time. ... "
" ... They can easily charge as much as the big boys. ... "
For Running
3months, 2
+100%
" ... I’ve had it running every day for about three months so far and it looks great. ... "
" ... I'm running 2 months string as of right now. ... "
" ... I’ve owned it over 2 years now and it’s still running. ... "
For Kids
3goldfish, bought, time, 2
+100%
" ... Recommended one to my fussy son. ... "
" ... I originally bought 2 for my granddaughter's 2 tanks for her desk in her dorm. ... "
" ... When my kids were small, we bought some goldfish. ... "
Software Platform
3update, anubias, java, grow
+100%
" ... My anubias and java fern grow pretty consistently in that tank. ... "
" ... I look forward to seeing what else they come up with, will update eventually. ... "
Freebies
3+100%
" ... I got a $78 dollar Walmart aquaculture kit . ... "
" ... Perfect replacement if you are looking to replace cheap lights that came with an aquarium starter kit. ... "
" ... It's more impressive than the light kit that comes with the original tank. ... "
Cable Length
3tank, power cord, short, power, extension
+33%
-67%
" ... There was no power cord with it!!!!! ... "
" ... 1 star off due to the length of the cord after the adapter. ... "
Weight
3light, bright
+100%
" ... Product is not a heavy buky light but it is very bright and looks great! ... "
" ... Only con is that I wish there were more control over how bright the lights are but it is perfect for the price and weight. ... "
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Size: 30 meters