Spider Farmer, Maxsisun, Mars Hydro - Entry Level LED Grow Light Comparisons, Test Reports & Reviews

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AlboPepper - Drought Proof Urban Gardening

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Are LED sellers truthful with their efficiency claims? How can you tell? Who's being honest? In this LED grow light video review, I decided to audit 4 popular Amazon vendors (Spider Farmer, Maxsisun, Mars Hydro & ViparSpectra) to see if their lights match the PPE product specs shown on their websites. Which companies are most truthful?
This review features 6 popular LED grow light models from the "1000" category. Some of them might be ok for a single "medicinal" plant. But these are ideal for home gardeners, growing things like lettuce, microgreens, seedlings & herbs. Three premium models: SF1000, MF1000 & TS1000. Three budget lights: SF1000D, PB1000 & TS600. Which lights are best? I took PPFD readings comparing the light levels. The video shows several other metrics for comparing these grow lights.
Be sure to watch Part 2: • Budget/Premium LED Gro...
0:00 - Overview
1:21 - Integrating Sphere Tests
Lights & PPFD Tests:
06:19 - SF1000
07:14 - SF1000D
08:07 - PB1000
08:46 - MF1000
09:27 - TS600
10:28 - TS1000
Light Comparisons:
11:46 - Shady Tactics
13:13 - Output & Efficacy
14:40 - Cost & Value
16:04 - Features
18:51 - Company
20:01 - Final Words
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PRODUCT LINKS (# CommissionsEarned)
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Maxsisun PB1000
► amzn.to/3pCuKaa (Amazon US)
► www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B083... (Amazon CA)
Maxsisun MF1000(Remote)
► amzn.to/3aDGHYI (Amazon US)
► www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B08P... (Amazon CA)
Spider Farmer SF1000:
Discount Code: PEPPER19
► amzn.to/2YZfrLv (Amazon US / UK / DE)
► amzn.to/320wZss (Amazon CA)
Mars Hydro TS1000
► amzn.to/2ZxONfd (Amazon US)
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My PPFD Meter (Apogee Instruments):
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Although I reviewed & tested 6 LED grow lights, I'm only able to recommend 4 of them: SF1000, PB1000, MF1000 & TS1000. The SF1000D & TS600 are subpar units. Unless you can get them at a super cheap price, you're better off just buying a PB1000.
• SF1000: Spider Farmer originally released this LED at $140. A year later, they had added a dimmer box & raised the price to $160. It wasn't making any extra light. It just cost more. They originally listed it as PPE 2.7. Then they claimed PPE 2.9. This was false. Their Integrating Sphere test reports show the PPE is only 2.5! It's still very efficient. It also has a higher percentage of Far Red light vs the other LEDs. So I do recommend it. But I would not pay more than $160 for it.
• SF1000D: Growers might mistake the SF1000D for a SF1000 without the dimmer. But that's not the only difference! It has Samsung LM301D diodes. It doesn't have a branded driver. And so the power factor is low (0.69). The efficacy is much lower. The PPE is only 2 (even though the label said 2.6). At $100 or higher, this light is simply not worth it.
• PB1000: Maxsisun's budget grow light. A very nice entry level light at a good price. It's nice & clean, similar to how the SF1000 started out. Samsung LM281B+ diodes are less efficient than the SF1000/SF1000D ones. But it has a good driver & more of diodes, allowing them to run at a lower voltage. Thus, the efficacy is 2.1 umol/J & it runs at a true 100W.
• MF1000: It has more features than the others: Ribbed heat sink, daisy chain power connector & remote control for power & dimming. The reflector hood helps to focus the photons (along with a smaller diode footprint). It doesn't output much more light than the PB1000. But it distributes the light differently (good for non-tent applications). The PPE is slightly higher (2.139 vs 2.077) & it includes a Far Red diode. But it has that premium price too. If you're impressed by the features, then it's worth it.
• TS600: Mars Hydro didn't want me to review this light. They had NO test report for it. It has false PPE specs on the label (PPE 2.3). It is probably more like 1.8 umol/J. This is based on my PPFD readings compared to the MF1000 (which matches wattage & also has a reflector hood). The TS600 has a poor power factor (0.7). It's not very bright & not as efficient. I don't advise buying it.
• TS1000: Unlike the other 100W models, this LED is a full 150W. So the output is much higher! I was given an old test report. But my PPFD readings support an efficacy of 2.1 or even 2.2. It would be fair to compare this light to the others, except it costs LESS than the SF1000. And you can dim it too. A good value in that more expensive premium category!
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@Albopepper 3 жыл бұрын

_Check out my other reviews:_ *"1000" LED Grow Lights Shootout pt 2:* kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jdOagraruKyReH0.html *Spider Farmer SF300 / SF600:* kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iL6ShZCZyL7JgWg.html *Spider Farmer SF2000:* kzfaq.info/get/bejne/orFia8Sat7fDhqc.html *Spider Farmer SF4000:* kzfaq.info/get/bejne/edJlg5aksKq1YKM.html *Active Grow LoPro Max 320W:* kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hqmRmNaaxLOZdIU.html *Maxsisun MG3000:* kzfaq.info/get/bejne/it1mYNpjzN_Gl6M.html This UPS power station can backup a grow light! ► kzfaq.info/get/bejne/npmjiLh5qKvVkqc.html Check out my *Grow Light Cost Calculator:* kzfaq.info/get/bejne/l7qfjMuqtcCxhqc.html _Learn more about artificial lighting and plant growth:_ ► What is PAR vs ePAR Light? kzfaq.info/get/bejne/obugeLRl0LuVZGw.html ► The impact of Red or Blue light on plant growth: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qcyZm6hlrtuqpYk.html ► To avoid Tip Burn: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/na6HmZd5y8-XmHU.html ► Light Cycles & DLI: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mrecgq1i39zTgH0.html

@robertthrem3382 3 жыл бұрын

I want to see the se7000

@rexxryan1157 2 жыл бұрын

I've been watching ALL of your grow light videos. multiple times.

@michaelcloudzzz Жыл бұрын

It seems for this year or recently they upgraded the SF-1000D to have the same diodes as the SF1000. It says on there website as well that it has the LM301B diodes instead of the LM301D diodes.

@Mattytube18 Жыл бұрын

I need help finding the correct lighting for house plants! Any way you could consult with me?

@ihremaskesitztnichtrichtig3913 Жыл бұрын

Did you check the "updated" white version of the TS600?

@tdtrecordsmusic 3 жыл бұрын

The deceit really needs to end. Kinda reminds me of the stereo era in the 90's when all these amplifiers were rated high watts at an ohm spec which the amp could NOT output. Having to spend energy and time to keep others honest is a sad use of human potential. Thanks for your service !!

@YerBrwnDogAteMyRabit 3 жыл бұрын

You're 2nd to last line plagues me constantly. I have to spend an hour to check your lies and another hour fighting them. No thanks. I have a 1000w (continuous, not peak) Pyramid amp with a hunk of lead in it to make it nice and heavy for boating use. It bumps harder than a pile of Hifonics Zeusses @ 8 ohms. I'll give ya a great deal on it and throw in a Kenwood 999 and a Panasoonics pull-out with corresponding anti-theft purse. Hmu...

@sebby007 3 жыл бұрын

This is the ONLY good video I've found on this subject. Most ppl on youtube seem to parrot the original marketing. Your video is incredible in terms of information and quality!

@FirstLast-yq9wl 2 жыл бұрын

Cos most get a free light 😂

@antoinegringo5838 2 жыл бұрын

Exatly ! So tired of all those partial youtuber and influencer not doing any research and most not knowing what they are talking about. Most get a free light and some get money with it, just to sell us marketing / false data they are reading from their script, in the mean time a lot of sells occurs for untrustworthy brand. Funny how they are barely giving any product to those who knows what they are talking about and will do the research, that's speaks volume. Anyway sorry for my broken english, that was my ted talk.

@clickityclackity75 Жыл бұрын

Exactly!!!

@asianlovebug582 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the load!

@garywillow6578 3 жыл бұрын

Hats off to you sir; your integrity and tenacity in holding up these company's figures and their honesty is sorly need.

@robertcarr5190 3 жыл бұрын

As much as I dislike most social media , I thank KZfaq for this type of real info.

@MobileAura 3 жыл бұрын

For whatever reason I really really like this guy. Thank you for helping make this confusing process a lot less confusing, especially as an electrician.

@stephenneal739 3 жыл бұрын

You talk about finding 3rd party tests and reports, but if we’re being honest, videos like this are the absolute best source for information about products like this and the info is gold.

@lonewolf1461 2 жыл бұрын

You are a life saver. I know nothing about grow lights and you helped tremendously. I hope that everyone who needs an LED grow light sees this video, thank you.

@wartlme 3 жыл бұрын

You are the best light reviewer. Thank you for holding them accountable as much as you could.

@Albopepper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for you kind words! I appreciate your support. :)

@KOLLEDS 3 жыл бұрын

@@Albopepper Great job!!These Grow Lights being sold online usually are declared a higher value than actual ratings since the end users normally do not have enough knowledge to tell the difference and no test equipment to verify.. If you can, you may get some real commercial grade Grow Light fixtures from good scale manufacturers, like my former company, LEDIA Lighting; companies like us only provide OEM/ODM services to USA local brands, including the top tier ones, such as Fluence! These brands have very strict quality requirements, and do FQC inspection for every shipment..If you want to look into this, feel free to contact me though!! Again, good job for this video!!

@cesarguerrero1549 3 жыл бұрын

The video I was looking for the longest. Very well articulated, I wish I could see more of this non paid audits 👍💯

@jokibud1969 2 жыл бұрын

@@ryelu7885 I. In the UK and these bloomspec are practically cheapest best quality light I got a 2000 watt for 40 pounds about 60 70 dollars ,there not to bad for the money but my mars ts 1000 is my favourite .has anyone heard or know if the phizon is any good it's 1500 running upto 150 Watts, but maxisun I on my list next anythoughts,I Always lose remote controls though.

@nevermindthebull0cks 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. I am using that mars 600, right now, and was looking through the plethora of lights with a spinning head. Every new thing you do brings so many things that need to be learned.

@amadeusbenitez6061 2 жыл бұрын

Physicist out of UW Madison here. Also, a growing and testing enthusiast. One refinement to your data - PPF doesn't include sub 400nm or >700nm, so the more IR+UV diodes, the lower the PPF and PPE (as you've calculated), though IR contribute even more on an energy basis (requiring less energy per photon (E=hv/lambda)). So the "2.9" data may just include a wider wavelength range, as PPF is an inherently flawed, invalid measurement parameter if IR+UV are included. Said another way, a purely IR+UV grow light would have 0 PPF, but would 1 draw power and 2 contribute greatly to plant growth. Awesome video and great work overall, though! Update: For anyone optimizing a grow room to run as cheaply as possible, plant growth scales with number of photons, NOT wattage drawn from the wall. It takes nearly twice as much wattage to make a blue photon as a red photon, yet to a plant, they're both the same as far as photosynthesis[1]. Said another way, a light that puts out more red than blue could have a much lower efficiency but deliver much more usable energy to your plant (red photons carry about 1.8eV whereas blue are ~3.1eV).

@Albopepper 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your input! The 2.9 PPE data does not include IR / UV. It was a fabrication. This video update talks more about the PAR range and PPF efficacy vs Photon Flux efficacy: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jdOagraruKyReH0.html I'm not sure where you get the data showing blue photons require nearly twice as much wattage. This source cites 450nm blue diodes as having an efficacy of 3.5 umol/J while 660nm reds are 4.5 umol/J: _doi.org/10.1038/s41438-020-0283-7__._ Red diodes get a boost, but they're not twice as efficacious. When optimizing a grow room to run cheaply, a grower would get the most PAR photons per watt if they simply used Red Diodes. But such diodes are more costly to manufacture so the upfront cost would be higher. More importantly, plants won't grow properly under such a narrow, limited bandwidth. You need to account for photomorphogenesis. Thus, blue LEDs are needed to avoid undesirable morphologies. But the phosphor coated blue diodes also add green light into the spectrum which brings its own inherent advantages like improved canopy penetration. Either way, higher efficacy is still crucial. On a watt per watt basis, the higher the PPE, the more PAR photons being emitted which means more growth potential.

@reptilejesus829 2 жыл бұрын

This is the kind of high effort high quality content that makes me excited for the future state of KZfaq

@raymondrobbins9495 3 жыл бұрын

I love maxsisun is really becoming competitive. Upgraded drivers better heat sinks Remotes. Daisy chain. I have a HLG-100 its a couple years old now still works great but wish i would of waited for some of these new versions. I am very impressed with maxsisun.

@reidozlesournois3929 3 жыл бұрын

I think you have just beaten a record: a Frenchman has understood your entire video without missing a beat! Beautiful day to you 🙌🏼

@user-nq1jo1ot9u 3 жыл бұрын

Tu comptes acquérir une nouvelle lampe ? Malgré les tests et les comparaisons disponibles sur internet j’hésite encore. J’aimerais partir sur un kit Spider Farmer avec SF 4000 pour du 120 x 120 mais le prix est de 800 y’a de quoi hésiter !

@rpals5412 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome!! Heroes of the internet are those keeping manufactures and marketing folks on their toes! I'm not even into grow lights, but this was a very thorough and interesting review with great analysis and coverage of back/forth communication with the manufactures! Keep it up!

@ThatHippyDuck Жыл бұрын

imagine if we actually wanted the u.s. government and other world governments to regulate this and have laws requiring businesses to not lie. just got spider farmer sf1000 for my small grow area. hope it works like it says

@careyjohnston4176 Жыл бұрын

All right someone showing the inaccuracies of products. This is why utube is all I pay attention to. Thank you so much .

@liparaglide1 3 жыл бұрын

thank you so much for doing all this work .It was a great reveal . I would never have been able to side by side these numbers and yes , I was really surprised at how deceitful they can be . Not surprisingly was that the manufacturer you stated was more transparent and honest in their information is put down a lot amongst growers (Growmies ) go figure !!

@JuneEBug-gy6nt 3 жыл бұрын

Dude! Thank you for paying such attention to detail and going out of your way to contact these companies. Excellent video

@xxscrewthesystemxx2562 2 жыл бұрын

I remember moving into a trailer as a child n finding a closet covered in foil with a regular light 💡 oh how the times change 😂😂😂

@dh123lh1 9 ай бұрын

I Did that once, Took a beautiful Lady Plant and closeted her With grow lights and in 7 days she became a male and sprouted thousands of balls. Sad her early budding went male, but neighbors said Nice Plant so she had to go.

@nofilteralltruth 5 ай бұрын

😢That is so cool. When I was about 7 me and my mother moved into a house in Waterloo Ohio the upstairs had nothing but clothesline strung from one side of the room to the other three rooms up there I think. Over in the corners were these big bundles of what I thought was corn stalks like I said I'm like seven at the time. My mom was mid 50. Neither of us had any idea until my older brother showed up and we were burning this in a wood stove starting fires using it for kindling. You can walk outside and the whole town smelled like a pot party. Obviously somebody had got a big harvest outdoors that year and that's where they hung it and cured it. True story

@ddothack8583 5 ай бұрын

We had to start somewhere! First thing I figured out was a waste of time.

@maxcrit3481 Ай бұрын

😂

@darthanus199 2 жыл бұрын

I'll go with Maxisun since they are the most honest and helpful.

@doyourhomework7305 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your review. I actually ordered a SF1000 yesterday. So watching this video was a bit more exciting than I wanted it to be 😅

@Albopepper 3 жыл бұрын

Hahahaha I hear you! I hope you enjoy your purchase. It's a solid performing light! :)

@clear2b416 3 жыл бұрын

I don't care for that brand but that's a good light that model. I just purchased a viparspectra Xs 1500 that also got a very high rating only thing bad about viparspectra is there customer service..

@TwitchingI 3 жыл бұрын

Maxsisun are no liers . Thank you for this research, this provides me more than enough information to decide which one I need

@Albopepper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Ned! I'm glad this was able to help you out. :)

@fabricantdarbres 3 жыл бұрын

Very good information in this video! Thanks! I got 3 SF-1000 and I've been using them for a little more than a year. They work great so far. I also like the dimmer knob they added on recent models.

@davidramirezperez1678 3 жыл бұрын

This is honestly the best and most hard-worked review I've seen.

@sophielussier256 3 жыл бұрын

That's why we got you! All those numbers can be a bit confusing ! Thank you!

@Albopepper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Sophie! :-)

@jamisonwilson7286 3 жыл бұрын

Very good job explaining and making it easy to understand. The best I’ve found on KZfaq for sure. Thank you!

@nastytechniquez9685 Жыл бұрын

This just popped up in my feed and I’m damn sure I checked it out. Professional, informative and clearly you’ve got major integrity.

@mandelaeffected2781 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking the time to make this video. I'm shopping around for a light right now and this couldn't have been more helpful. you just got yourself a new subscriber👍💪💪

@deakemarschall2992 3 жыл бұрын

Another great video. In fact, I'd say this one is classic. Thanks for all your efforts to keep these folks somewhat honest. More vids please.

@Albopepper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your kind words Deake! I really appreciate your support. :D

@kele1264 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Aldo! You do a superb job of testing and reviewing. Have a great weekend!

@Albopepper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ke! I appreciate your positive feedback. I hope you have a great weekend as well! :D

@belleomalley1022 Жыл бұрын

This is FANTASTIC! THANK YOU SO MUCH!! I have been looking at grow lights for a while now and didn't know how to make sense of the specs. This is great. Thank you so much! Subscribed!!

@dagforster7627 7 ай бұрын

This has been terrific, as well as the other vids of yours that I stumbled on today. You are my new favorite homegrowing YT instructor. A lot of the light measuring science goes over my head (I went to art school) but I'm glad I can consult your interpretation of the data.

@antonwolf1548 3 жыл бұрын

I grabbed a maxsisun mf2000 after watching this. I love the thing. Great buy IMO, so much so that I actually ordered another one last night now that my girls have outgrown their current set up. Last time it arrived a day early and I had it installed in minutes. Hope this helps someone like me... slow, skeptical, suspicious, shopper who reads every review possible if Im spending more than about $100. Some details... my grow room is 4 ft x 4 ft. I plan on using 2 maxsisunmf2000 for 6 medicinal plants. The heat stays within ideal range with the light on. This guys video is very helpful for understanding the info you want to understand when new to purchasing led grow lights. Good Luck!!!

@ELKORA2388 3 жыл бұрын

Is 1 mf2000 good for a 2x2 tent or is it too much

@rdmc18 3 жыл бұрын

I wish I would have seen this before I made my purchase, really well done.

@achillesgl5634 3 ай бұрын

I'm a bit late to the party, but as someone who's super analytical, a bit of an OCD enthusiast, and indecisive, I find these video formats perfect for educational purposes and making purchase decisions. Overall, this is the top video for comparisons that truly satisfies my analytical needs. The best approach for analytical comparisons is to remain objective. Keep up the hard work!

@borwaywong 3 жыл бұрын

Love your videos and how comprehensive they are. Keep it up!!

@dpugh158 3 жыл бұрын

Leading the pack in objective reviewing of these grow lights . Thx

@CannabisTechLife 3 жыл бұрын

Holy cow thanks for this video it's incredibly in depth! Makes me feel a bit better getting two ts1000s vs one ts1000 and one sf1000. I personally chose the ts1000s because I can put the drivers OUTSIDE the tent which has helped dramatically with temps.

@robscott2154 2 жыл бұрын

I use this to control the temps in my tent man its amazing. I took my drivers off in the summer and put them back on in the winter to gain a few degrees when the temps outside dropped.

@thedudegamezzz Жыл бұрын

Just bought a TS 1000 and I found one used for 90 bucks on Amazon. Thanks for this video.

@PhysioDetective 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Really appreciated the scientific and mathematical approach you took. I wish there was more of us out there! Cheers

@clear2b416 3 жыл бұрын

My friend uses viparspectra and he produces some pretty big buds using the p1000 I don't care about all the fancy this and fancy that I want to see results viparspectra gives good results and a very good price.

@clear2b416 3 жыл бұрын

I agree I also like the dimmer switch option it's very important to me to be able to adjust the lights

@marlboromatt5656 3 жыл бұрын

This video was very refreshing!!! I was sick and tired of all these growers giving these great reviews to lights just because the Chinese gave them a “free” light. Give a grower a free light and he will give raving reviews . This industry is so full of lies and deceptions it makes me want to go back to HPS .

@logosfocus 3 жыл бұрын

don't give up mang 🤺

@plumsmuglers Жыл бұрын

The Only Legitimate Review on the internet. Well Done ✔

@erickgaray463 3 жыл бұрын

This was an amazing review, thank you so much!!

@bobsandylovinggodagain7811 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome buddy thank you i have the SF4000 and a SF1000 in a 5x5 going to flip to flower Thursday my first indoor ever was under the SF4000 in the 5x5 i added the SF1000 this second run will keep you all updated love your videos thank you

@manuellorenzo7871 3 жыл бұрын

I'm a little confused is the spider farm 1000 good please help I am new to this and I really don't understand

@ksbksbc559 3 жыл бұрын

How did it go ?

@Brummell69er 3 жыл бұрын

where were you 5 years ago when light shopping? about time someone cuts down the bush of crap on amazon, ebay and other sites. Good Stuff!!!!!

@morgaj21 Жыл бұрын

What a very clear & informative review! Makes a complex subject accessible and huge doses of common sense thrown in - what more could you ask? Well done.

@xXSiNiSteRXx1 2 жыл бұрын

You earned a subscriber! way to call these companies out. Unfortunately I understand some of them need to exaggerate to not get put in the shadow. Your message was clear and direct nice job👍

@jacarajc 3 жыл бұрын

nice, thanks maxisun. ill be choosing you guys. honesty goes a very long way.

@Albopepper 3 жыл бұрын

I agree! Thanks for watching. :-D

@randallcromer66 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome freaking video. I very much appreciate the information and for tell the whole truth and not what the marketing department would have you say. It's nice to be able to trust someone who doesn't try to sell bull crap to us. You have earned a subscriber for life and I promise to keep coming back for more and sharing your video's with as many people as I possibly can. 👊😎👍

@mrstrongable 3 жыл бұрын

Really knocked out the park imo this video should find all who are in the market for the first time...

@Albopepper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching mathew! I'm glad the info can help out. :)

@PATTACAT72 2 жыл бұрын

We need more people like you, Thank you so much

@Trrenik0kb 3 жыл бұрын

Oooooh finally new video from my "go to light guy". Make more videos please. Ps. Thank you for reading 'small letters' and bringing us the light. 😉

@Albopepper 3 жыл бұрын

LOL! Good one. ;-) Thanks for watching!

@Trrenik0kb 3 жыл бұрын

@@Albopepper thanks bro. glad u liked it. My poetry is better day by day. 🥃🚬🥃🚬 😉

@petermartin2588 3 жыл бұрын

nice video i replaced my spider farmers sf1000 with new mars hydro ts1000 they now have goodwell and dimmers amazing lights

@capitaldd3693 3 жыл бұрын

Does the Mars produce much more heat....any increase in yields with the Mars..? I was thinking about getting the sf1000, but I've seen a fair bit positive comparison for the Mars units. I'm considering the Mars unit. Thanks

@nomenclator4339 2 жыл бұрын

man I loved this video, super informative, honest and fun to watch ! you've won a sub today

@mrl7514 3 жыл бұрын

I think everyone of these lights are at least good and probably can't go wrong with any of them. However, the Maxsisun company has taken engineering, build quality and convenience to a new level. I've owned a few of these brands but honestly, the Maxsisun, especially the MF series, has taken grow lights to the next level. Once you open the box, take it out and examine it, you'll be sold. If this doesn't sell you, the test results are top notch. It just feels so solid and looks so clean like someone really took their time making these.

@lightbeingaid3631 3 жыл бұрын

i have missed seeing your videos. you make great energy efficiency led lighting videos

@Albopepper 3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad to be able to help out! I hope we can keep the industry moving in the right direction. :)

@Hydroronphone 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing knowledge here for a home grower! Thank you SO much!!!

@Albopepper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I really appreciate your support! :)

@austrelforgefeu5888 9 ай бұрын

Thank you ! I had learn what i was missing and begining to understand by myself. I will continue my learning process and found the perfect light for my buisness project !

@paulrixson5828 3 жыл бұрын

What an informative video Mr.Pepper, many thanks , subscribed!

@Hoocho 3 жыл бұрын

This is a brilliant video mate. As a reviewer you’ve convinced me to request and thoroughly examine the integrating sphere report. Although I never use manufacturer claims in my reviews this video thoroughly highlights the flaws within the industry. Especially the honesty in the relationship between light manufacturers and buyers. I’m not sure why they inflate their results, its not fooling anyone. I try to rely solely on my own measurements but the results of an IST would be a great yardstick assuming you can trust the results provided. You’ve convinced me to demand these tests before review. Fantastic video. Thank you.

@Albopepper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I'm glad this info is able to shine some light on a major problem in the industry. I appreciate your feedback. Thanks for watching! :)

@efaracing4000 3 жыл бұрын

Dont need me to tell you but what a great channel man! Im here from the cannipepper shouts and some real reviews paid or not thankyou!!!!!

@Albopepper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I really appreciate your support!!! :-D

@Punkt44a 3 жыл бұрын

I don't even look for a LED light but I love the video and the message. Good work man!

@charleschidsey2831 2 жыл бұрын

Fabulous review. All relevant characteristics included. Bravo!

@isclust745 3 жыл бұрын

i was looking for a video that shows all this info really appreciate.! got me heads up was reaaly trying to figure out the diffrences now i know what iam getting thankyou.!this video going to help 100s more

@Albopepper 3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad I could help! Thanks for watching. :D

@matthewjames7394 3 жыл бұрын

I thought this was for reef tank lighting.. but I really like your in depth review about these lights. You have a good perspective! You should get a salt water tank and make videos for us all😂😂 choosing between reef tank lights is a big decision that costs anywhere from $500 to $15,000 just in lights! So having a good review like this about all the different lights would be next level!! Great video man!

@archimedes9773 2 жыл бұрын

I think this is all about just being terrified!! About spending a high amount of money saying they won’t supply me a sample, so he is only checking efficacy,par, like what is he getting at? I get it. But spend some cash don’t be scared get a 1000 watt true led once. I did and u will see results, don’t know about any of these lights he mentions with the scientific “fair” part of photons and all that but he said it!! Price! So if u want a really awesome led grow light spend and just don’t be afraid to spend money on one I have done this grow thing over 20 yrs I did my research of course u have to spend more than $100-$800 bucks bro don’t buy out of country lights either! u don’t need someone to say, o this one compared to this or these lights inflate data or lie you about par and all that. Spend money man you can’t compromise with price. The saying goes u get what you “pay” for don’t ask for a sample light and waste your time read on par, micromoules, per second first just read for your self u will find what works for you.

@archimedes9773 2 жыл бұрын

But he does know his stuff on lighting for sure the man is amazing with knowledge on a lot of brands don’t get me wrong. Not knocking him just saying don’t be afraid to spend on an led it just drives u half crazy trying to decide which is best but make the switch from halides and street lights u get way better results with led!👍

@barbarariley5261 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your clear, useful information. I’ve just started learning about grow lights and wondered whether it was just my fault that I was confused. It’s shocking that these companies are so deceptive. I feel more confident that armed with your information I will be able to make an intelligent choice.

@Ryutai7 3 жыл бұрын

appreciate the analysis of brands I've been seeing lately, this is relevant and useful :)

@Albopepper 3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad it was able to help out! Thanks for watching. :-D

@vonzaag4555 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for keeping them honest

@neokCS 3 жыл бұрын

Great review!

@antoniosa932 3 жыл бұрын

Nice to see you here, lmao

@Shaxd 2 жыл бұрын

lmao lekker kweken op de zolder

@SCARSAC 2 жыл бұрын

hey man thanks this video is the best i learned much and got 2 nice 1500 ViparSpectra paid 130$ with the new diodes and the meanwell driver" i learned it by watching you'' that was 3 months ago i use them in my greenhouse along with ol'sol 18/6 that too

@MikeS-ur2ql 3 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love my bloom plus BP 1500 for a 150w light. Absolutely kills my 2x2x4 small tent. Great information & discussion.

@Albopepper 3 жыл бұрын

Good to know! Thanks for watching. :-D

@shaunsimmons634 3 жыл бұрын

Just got my 2nd ts1000 today 4 plants per household july1st in Virginia

@ctophercs 3 жыл бұрын

I can't wait for July 1st.

@D_angelo1 3 жыл бұрын

I'm right there with you brother. I cant wait

@MrKillarme 3 жыл бұрын

FYI The plants only count in flower you can start now.

@brianblas7400 3 жыл бұрын

I can't wait. I'm setting up my room now and getting some brush up since it's been years since I cultivated plants

@guillaumeamazonie 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for let us learn about LED efficiency and able to compare !

@judithstorck5195 2 жыл бұрын

I decided on the MASISUN PB 1000 even before I saw this video. Will be ordering that very soon. Thank you. Judi

@KJ-dn5mm 3 жыл бұрын

Great research, quality content - i love it.

@SuperManning11 3 жыл бұрын

Another very enlightening video! I‘m still using a couple of Spider Farmers that you recommended a couple of years ago and I‘m very happy with them-2 SF2000‘s...I think. All these numbers make my eyes sort of water over and it can get confusing. I just want the damn plants to grow and I don‘t want to break the bank to get there, so I really appreciate that you have done the hard work for us. How will I know when it‘s time to get new lights? I grow two seasons per year with lights on for 12-18 hrs/day, and I think I‘ve gone 4 seasons with these lights. Thank you!

@MrBloodymistake 2 жыл бұрын

So much work went into the video. Great work and great information 👍

@sirkasper2895 2 жыл бұрын

Cool Report! Greetings from German Farmer! ✌️

@pandemicgrower4212 3 жыл бұрын

I love the ts1000 I own one and a cheap philzon 600. Once I upgraded my light I saw a dramatic difference in my plants I only paid 135 for my ts1000

@Albopepper 3 жыл бұрын

Nice! That's a great value. :)

@scottyfrawley9736 3 жыл бұрын

What size grow space are you running that in?

@C000DY 3 жыл бұрын

You should do more videos like these. Perhaps some of the best far red lights, or even the best led bar lights.. I know Mars hydro has a very weird bar light out there that is Incredibly expensive and needs looking at.

@michaeljames5652 3 жыл бұрын

Dude, super helpful video. Thank you so much! Just subscribed

@n8rm Жыл бұрын

Impeccable service you are providing. Thank you. Well put together information that was very helpful in my endeavor.

@bixlord 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome and very thorough reviews! I hope I have my own brand of grow lights by August. Maybe you could review them :)

@kcin2der18 3 жыл бұрын

I Yielded 286 grams from my 2nd plant,a sour kush auto flower on a spider farmer sf1000 (first plant yielded 140 grams) I have 2 of them sf1000sand a Mars hydro ts1000, have gotten almost a lbs from 2 plants and those lights so far. My 3rd plant is goin to be around that 280 gram yield again. Love em so far!

@Albopepper 3 жыл бұрын

So glad to hear it Nick! Thanks for sharing those numbers. I'm sure it can benefit other growers who are looking for similar results!!!

@kcin2der18 3 жыл бұрын

Great videos!

@dallimamma 3 жыл бұрын

@@Albopepper ::: Any test results done on quality? I wonder about the “vitamin” content of LED, vs. HID?

@redeye1773 3 жыл бұрын

best comparison of leds ive seen so far good work well done thanks

@Albopepper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your kind words! :D

@chrswrld_3321 3 жыл бұрын

Love to see you do the bigger lights.

@CM-dp5mw 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent info. Thank you 🙏

@pierreshasta1480 3 жыл бұрын

Very interesting video as always. I have two mars hydro TS600 and I'm very satisfied with them, I tested them with my PAR meter and my Watt meter, and I compared them with my old COB 100W lamps bought on aliexpres. The result is interesting, for the same number of Watt consumed, the TS600 at the same distance give twice as much PPFD as the COB. I bought the COB 50$ and my Mars Hydro 77$, for the price, the Mars Hydro TS600 or Maxisun PB1000 are much more interesting. I just ordered two TS1000 that I will receive in a few days, because as you explain in your video, at the price efficiency level it's the best.

@Albopepper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing those details from your testing! Compared to older units, that TS600 does well. But many of these newer LEDs are doing even better. I hope you enjoy those TS1000s. They should be a nice upgrade!

@pierreshasta1480 3 жыл бұрын

@@Albopepper Thank you for your answer. When I bought the TS600, the price was really interesting compared to other brands. Today it's a bit different, Mars Hydro has increased its rates and the price difference between a TS600 and a Maxisun PB1000 is small. If today I had to choose a 100w lamp, and after watching your video, I would take the PB1000. I like the MarsHydro brand because they make quality with affordable prices. I bought a 150x150cm grow tent, I'm very satisfied with it, it's really good quality and you can feel that it will last for many years. On the other hand, there's one thing I don't understand about them, it's shipping costs on their website. I have a friend who lives in Asia, I advised him to buy Mars Hydro lamps, but when he looks at the shipping cost for a simple TS1000 lamp, the shipping is $100 (2 kg), while the 150x150cm (16 kg) tent would only cost him $90 (same shipping time for both). There's something really wrong with that.

@muckimuck733 2 жыл бұрын

Hey my friend I use for years the cob leds 200watt do you think a new light is worth the money? If this is true than maybe I only need a 100w Panel Ts000? Cost me in a year much less electricity bill

@basheuff5668 2 ай бұрын

Excellent video, thank you very much. Everything i needed in a single video. Subbed!

@ewreck944 3 жыл бұрын

Dude.. Thank you for this. I was going to get the Maxsisun MF1500 soon.. I think its the one I'm going to get for my 2x2.. You sir, are awesome.. I've had 3 Mars Hydro TS 1000 crap out in the last 3 years.. So upset.. But they just recently started using new drivers.. The Moso 150W.. Not sure if it's going to make much of a difference.. But dude thank you for this.. Ive always checked those test pages you were asking for and Ive tried my best to understand alot of it.. You explained it for me to understand 100% now.. Thank you for that.. Bad ass video man.. Very helpful.

@pursaveer9027 3 жыл бұрын

Just a great, well-presented video as always. Maybe I can add a couple of additional observations. The cheaper Mars lights are made with very shiny aluminum, but it is not anodized. The shine will diminish over time with natural atmospheric corrosion. The Maxsisun PB-2000 I bought was the same diodes as my Spider Farmer SF-2000, but it was about a third cheaper. It had about a third less diodes. Wouldn't that mean the diodes are being driven harder and will not last as long (assuming they both run at the same wattage)?

@Albopepper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I'm not sure. When I look at the current PB-2000 Pro, it uses 700 diodes with LM281B+. But the SF-2000 is 606 diodes with LM301B. So I don't know how that compares to older product revisions. Generally, yes more diodes will mean less current running through each. And this can help with both lumen maintenance and also efficacy. But many of these LED systems are using more solid components these days, especially the drivers. So hopefully it will continue to perform well and last a long time for you.

@adambennett700 3 жыл бұрын

Lifelong fan I'll be, just because of this one show. The well mannered paper dragon slayer.....ha

@Albopepper 3 жыл бұрын

LOL! Thanks so much for watching Adam. I really appreciate your support!

@HouseDadLife 2 жыл бұрын

I just picked up the Spider Farmer, now I'm wondering if I should have gone with the Mars Hydro, great video, thanks!

@EthanWinter- 3 жыл бұрын

I really like the format of which your videos follow

@Albopepper 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Angus! :)

@cannabisoutlawz 2 жыл бұрын

I have 2 MarsHydro ts1000 and im growing 12 huge plants in a 4x8. Its not optimal for my space but its a great beginner light.

@joaogouveia3700 2 жыл бұрын

I'm starting a crop, so you recommend the Mars hydro TS 1000 ??

@EsoxLVCIVS6776 2 жыл бұрын

I'm growing 3 autos in a 70x 70x 160 with a Ts1000 and I have fat buds coming

@norcalreppin1 3 жыл бұрын

I got the maxisun 4000pb. Good light Im happy with it!

@406.dabber8 3 жыл бұрын

Good yields?

@bryansiepert9222 2 жыл бұрын

Great work! Super thorough, easy to digest, and a sweet mustache as well!

@bokhorsheikha9581 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent comparaison ! Very good job ! Thank you