Amazon LEDs? 4x2 Grow Space Recommendations

TheGlove20 · Jun 19, 2022

I’ve read so many threads here about LEDs and still can’t quite figure out what light I should get. I guess my main question comes down to this… do you think any of the LED lights on Amazon or Alibaba are any good, or should I avoid them altogether? I’m talking brands like Bestva, Viparspectra, Bloom Plus, Kingbrite, Spider Farmer, Mars Hydro, etc.

I am looking for an affordable but quality LED that will bloom 2 plants in a 2x4 tent. Any recommendations?

MercDod · Jun 19, 2022

Amazon has both good and bad lights. I know people also have their own opinions on lights so do your own research but, in my opinion buy one that has at least 280 true watts for that size tent. That would be at least 35 actual watts per square foot of grow space. Example, on a 2 foot by 4 foot tent 2x4=8, 8x 35 watts=280 true watts. I use a MarsHydro LED with good results. It is square like my tent. You might do better with a rectangular shaped light. This is just my opinion and I have only finished my second grow. Keep in mind the makers may call a light by an equivalent watts, read the fine print for the true watts.

TheGlove20 · Jun 19, 2022

MercDod said:
Amazon has both good and bad lights. I know people also have their own opinions on lights so do your own research but, in my opinion buy one that has at least 280 true watts for that size tent. That would be at least 35 actual watts per square foot of grow space. Example, on a 2 foot by 4 foot tent 2x4=8, 8x 35 watts=280 true watts. I use a MarsHydro LED with good results. It is square like my tent. You might do better with a rectangular shaped light. This is just my opinion and I have only finished my second grow. Keep in mind the makers may call a light by an equivalent watts, read the fine print for the true watts.

Thanks, much appreciated. I’ve seen some MarsHydro products for affordable prices. I do think a rectangular shape would work better for my tent. I’ll check some out. Anyone else have thoughts on this?

Observationist · Jun 19, 2022

TheGlove20 said:
Thanks, much appreciated. I’ve seen some MarsHydro products for affordable prices. I do think a rectangular shape would work better for my tent. I’ll check some out. Anyone else have thoughts on this?

just get these, lol.

Amazon.com

i can not speak to the reliability as ive not had them for too long yet, but GOD DAMN if they arent just EFFicient powerful little 150watt lights, 60$ for 150watts, seems to be lm301(b) diodes, with IR/UV, and dimmer.

i have 4, 2 in 4x2 veg tent at 20% power
and
2 in the 5x5 at 40% power of 150watts, might want 4 for the coverage in a 4x4-5x5,but definitely seems the power and spectrum is there.
the only problem is coverage, these lights are just 11inches long 10inches wide or so.

600watts of Full spectrum LED for 240$

Dub_City405 · Jun 19, 2022

Sp3000

TheGlove20 · Jun 19, 2022

Observationist said:
just get these, lol.

Amazon.com

i can not speak to the reliability as ive not had them for too long yet, but GOD DAMN if they arent just EFFicient powerful little 150watt lights, 60$ for 150watts, seems to be lm301(b) diodes, with IR/UV, and dimmer.

i have 4, 2 in 4x2 veg tent at 20% power
and
2 in the 5x5 at 40% power of 150watts, might want 4 for the coverage in a 4x4-5x5,but definitely seems the power and spectrum is there.
the only problem is coverage, these lights are just 11inches long 10inches wide or so.

600watts of Full spectrum LED for 240$

Cool I will definitely check it out. Like the previous poster said I’ll need at least 280W of actual wattage for my grow space, but I can possibly find a product from the same brand with those specifications. I have also heard Spider Farmer is a pretty good budget option and produces strong yields.

Observationist · Jun 19, 2022

the more the better and you want the coverage too.

efficiency is a big factor.

i could probably run the 2x4 veg with one, i would be lacking coverage though.

are you flowering in a 2x4 as well?

imho, mars/SF is overpriced.

TheGlove20 · Jun 19, 2022

Dub_City405 said:
Sp3000

Thanks that one looks sweet, has good wattage, and perfect for my space. Have you heard anything about the Spider Farmer SF2000? Found one on Craigslist in my area for a great price. Says it’s good to flower a 2x4 space, but then it says it only pulls 200W which seems weak.

TheGlove20 · Jun 19, 2022

Observationist said:
the more the better and you want the coverage too.

efficiency is a big factor.

i could probably run the 2x4 veg with one, i would be lacking coverage though.

are you flowering in a 2x4 as well?

imho, mars/SF is overpriced.

Oh I thought you like the Mars. Can you repost your link? I never saw the light you recommended.

Observationist · Jun 19, 2022

TheGlove20 said:
Oh I thought you like the Mars. Can you repost your link? I never saw the light you recommended.

Amazon.com

nah, i think SF and mars is both overpriced. not saying they arent good/decent lights, just overpriced.

Blastfact · Jun 20, 2022

It will be interesting to get on the motorcycle and ride around the neighborhood tomorrow morning and see what Amazon china junk people put out for the trash man to haul away. Watched a neighbor drag out a complete spider kit and curb it last Tuesday. Funny as hell! Then he came down and wanted know what and where to buy real equipment.

PipeCarver · Jun 20, 2022

TheGlove20 said:
I’ve read so many threads here about LEDs and still can’t quite figure out what light I should get. I guess my main question comes down to this… do you think any of the LED lights on Amazon or Alibaba are any good, or should I avoid them altogether? I’m talking brands like Bestva, Viparspectra, Bloom Plus, Kingbrite, Spider Farmer, Mars Hydro, etc.

I am looking for an affordable but quality LED that will bloom 2 plants in a 2x4 tent. Any recommendations?

I bought another SE3000from Spiderfarmer after they gifted me one. I like my first grow with it and it performed better than my 1000w hps for bud size hardness and yield. I had 3 Bubble Bomb plants 2 under hps and 1 under the se3000 after my harvest I was so impressed I bought another one $400cdn. In Canada no tax & free shipping. I now have my 2 led's and my 1000w running and my girls love the combo lighting.

Dub_City405 · Jun 20, 2022

Yes. That one is very weak. You won't get what you are looking for. What I just sent you the sp3000 barley gives you decent quality.

TheGlove20 · Jun 21, 2022

Blastfact said:
It will be interesting to get on the motorcycle and ride around the neighborhood tomorrow morning and see what Amazon china junk people put out for the trash man to haul away. Watched a neighbor drag out a complete spider kit and curb it last Tuesday. Funny as hell! Then he came down and wanted know what and where to buy real equipment.

I hear what you’re saying but do you have any comments or contributions to the thread that will help me pick a good quality light?

NorthernOrganics · Jun 21, 2022

I've grown great buds with kingbrite boards in 3000k with red supplementals. Viparspectras are great veg lights, they flower ok, too much blue makes leafy buds. Personally I would recommend kingbrites, best bang for your buck.

NorthernOrganics · Jun 21, 2022

Get a 320w board with a dimmer for the 4x2.

Observationist · Jun 21, 2022

if you wanna spend the money and get something SICK

Scynce LED Dragon Alpha 2 650 Watt LED Grow Light

Scynce LED Dragon Alpha 2 650 Watt LED Grow Light. Led grow light for indoor plant cultivation. Fast shipping.

hydrobuilder.com

its got it all, also overkill for a 4x2 lol.

Blastfact · Jun 21, 2022

TheGlove20 said:
I hear what you’re saying but do you have any comments or contributions to the thread that will help me pick a good quality light?

Yeah, go buy something like this lot. But most wont because it cost to much. So it's kind of a mute point.

TheGlove20 · Jun 21, 2022

I can’t tell what kind of light you’re using from the pictures.

Blastfact said:
Yeah, go buy something like this lot. But most wont because it cost to much. So it's kind of a mute point.

Blastfact · Jun 21, 2022

TheGlove20 said:
I can’t tell what kind of light you’re using from the pictures.

I have two HLG 350R's bolted together with one HLG 30-XL UVA in the 2x4.

Amazon LEDs? 4x2 Grow Space Recommendations

Amazon LEDs? 4x2 Grow Space Recommendations

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