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# Godlike Lighting Systems for Planted Tanks

By [Tropiscape Aquatics (@Tropiscape)](https://listium.com/@Tropiscape)

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Published 12 March 2024 · Updated 1 March 2026

Category: pets / aquariums

Here are lighting systems that I recommend when it comes to planted aquariums! Make sure to watch my light buying guide as well: https://youtu.be/Yxb\\_49SZ6RM

## Items

### 1. [Grow Light Bulbs](https://listium.com/@Tropiscape/101018/godlike-lighting-systems-for-planted-tanks/0/grow-light-bulbs)

Item ID: `0`

- Brand: Briignite
- Buillt-in Timer: No
- Bluetooth: No
- Intensity + RGB/WRGB Control: No
- WRGB: No
- Price: $42.00
- Rating: +1
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/fvonzuhoybjj1p5v7g5v.jpg)
- Spectrum: ![Spectrum](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/mp9fuwsu8e9mh86aup0q.jpg)
- Amazon: [https://amzn.to/49NPUtS](https://amzn.to/49NPUtS)
- AliExpress: -
- Comments: If you have a desk lamp, these will also work perfectly. Do be aware that they only emit a single colour.

### 2. [Shine 4000K](https://listium.com/@Tropiscape/101018/godlike-lighting-systems-for-planted-tanks/15/shine-4000k)

Item ID: `15`

- Brand: Sunsy
- Buillt-in Timer: No
- Bluetooth: No
- Intensity + RGB/WRGB Control: Unsure
- WRGB: No
- Price: $40
- Rating: +2
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/cca9885b-0bcb-403a-a753-cf657584849c.jpg)
- Spectrum: ![Spectrum](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/7d4e973b-0714-435a-92bb-7cdfe160116d.jpg)
- Amazon: [https://amzn.to/3OT5ajn](https://amzn.to/3OT5ajn)
- AliExpress: -
- Comments: Dimmable Flicker-free Lightbulb that has a spectrum that closely mimics the sun. Also helps with SAD, if you do suffer from it. Flicker-free is great for those with light sensative eyes. Human eyes… Not livestock eyes.

### 3. [Shine 5700K](https://listium.com/@Tropiscape/101018/godlike-lighting-systems-for-planted-tanks/14/shine-5700k)

Item ID: `14`

- Brand: Sunsy
- Buillt-in Timer: No
- Bluetooth: No
- Intensity + RGB/WRGB Control: Unsure
- WRGB: No
- Price: $40
- Rating: +2
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/a7d7ca45-7991-4c2e-ae22-8e0195b07962.jpg)
- Spectrum: ![Spectrum](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/461e4a87-9e05-4cbd-a519-c1c2834b9a2d.jpg)
- Amazon: [https://amzn.to/403WdX2](https://amzn.to/403WdX2)
- AliExpress: -
- Comments: Dimmable Flicker-free Lightbulb that has a spectrum that closely mimics the sun. Also helps with SAD, if you do suffer from it. Flicker-free is great for those with light sensative eyes. Human eyes… Not livestock eyes.

### 4. [ClassicLED Plus Planted Aquarium Light](https://listium.com/@Tropiscape/101018/godlike-lighting-systems-for-planted-tanks/1/classicled-plus-planted-aquarium-light)

Item ID: `1`

- Brand: NICREW
- Buillt-in Timer: Yes
- Bluetooth: No
- Intensity + RGB/WRGB Control: Yes
- WRGB: No
- Price: $44.00
- Rating: +1
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/unpyiofnr7bi8pegfyom.jpg)
- Spectrum: ![Spectrum](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/vntvxafmdbihovx4paa4.png)
- Amazon: [https://amzn.to/4c3L1ye](https://amzn.to/4c3L1ye)
- AliExpress: -
- Comments: Great beginner light for planted tanks! Will grow easy to medium plants.

### 5. [HG-957](https://listium.com/@Tropiscape/101018/godlike-lighting-systems-for-planted-tanks/2/hg-957)

Item ID: `2`

- Brand: hygger
- Buillt-in Timer: Yes
- Bluetooth: No
- Intensity + RGB/WRGB Control: Yes
- WRGB: No
- Price: Varies on Length
- Rating: +1
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/mnhvy50ycje3bf2wf6ft.jpg)
- Spectrum: ![Spectrum](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/q8rczimdnp2e7opzure0.png)
- Amazon: [https://amzn.to/48Qo2Uv](https://amzn.to/48Qo2Uv)
- AliExpress: -
- Comments: Another decent beginner light that has dimmable features!

### 6. [Clip On 24/7](https://listium.com/@Tropiscape/101018/godlike-lighting-systems-for-planted-tanks/3/clip-on-247)

Item ID: `3`

- Brand: hygger
- Buillt-in Timer: Yes
- Bluetooth: No
- Intensity + RGB/WRGB Control: Yes
- WRGB: No
- Price: $80.00
- Rating: +1
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/l4rebuyplh2a73cmjpnm.jpg)
- Spectrum: ![Spectrum](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/lm0kbdswgkmtsdh5od9h.png)
- Amazon: [https://amzn.to/43ugVjP](https://amzn.to/43ugVjP)
- AliExpress: -
- Comments: Beginner lighting system for rimless tanks that features a modern design! You only have timer presets and cannot set custom ones.

### 7. [M Series RGB+UV](https://listium.com/@Tropiscape/101018/godlike-lighting-systems-for-planted-tanks/11/m-series-rgbuv)

Item ID: `11`

- Brand: WEEKAQUA
- Buillt-in Timer: Yes
- Bluetooth: Yes
- Intensity + RGB/WRGB Control: Yes
- WRGB: No
- Price: $172.00
- Rating: +2
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/wn57qgzee2kvjrkuzqc2.jpg)
- Spectrum: ![Spectrum](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/oyhvhdcexghld6da0at6.png)
- Amazon: [https://amzn.to/4c2BCHF](https://amzn.to/4c2BCHF)
- AliExpress: -
- Comments: This has UV LEDs. It's a unique feature that is very uncommon in modern aquarium lights. However, it is questionable in whether UVA light has an influence on plant growth.

### 8. [P Series P1200Pro](https://listium.com/@Tropiscape/101018/godlike-lighting-systems-for-planted-tanks/13/p-series-p1200pro)

Item ID: `13`

- Brand: WEEKAQUA
- Buillt-in Timer: Yes
- Bluetooth: Yes
- Intensity + RGB/WRGB Control: Yes
- WRGB: Yes
- Price: $325.00
- Rating: +2
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/edtjeu78mb8qm2m19qtz.png)
- Spectrum: ![Spectrum](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/z0mqcpizlbcp5pcittfh.png)
- Amazon: -
- AliExpress: [https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/\_onwz3eb](https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_onwz3eb)
- Comments: This is the best value to performance light you can get! It is on par with the Chihiros VIVID II, but cheaper! I've only seen it available on AliExpress…

### 9. [Plant 3.0 Nano LED](https://listium.com/@Tropiscape/101018/godlike-lighting-systems-for-planted-tanks/4/plant-30-nano-led)

Item ID: `4`

- Brand: Fluval
- Buillt-in Timer: Yes
- Bluetooth: Yes
- Intensity + RGB/WRGB Control: Yes
- WRGB: Yes
- Price: $105.00
- Rating: +2
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/maoqhab1fh1gg80peteh.jpg)
- Spectrum: ![Spectrum](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/mtwawjcnrdynabh5aivv.png)
- Amazon: [https://amzn.to/48S3ATt](https://amzn.to/48S3ATt)
- AliExpress: -
- Comments: My main light for my Fluval Chi aquarium. Great high-end nano light that won't break the bank as much!

### 10. [CII Nano](https://listium.com/@Tropiscape/101018/godlike-lighting-systems-for-planted-tanks/12/cii-nano)

Item ID: `12`

- Brand: CHIHIROS
- Buillt-in Timer: Yes
- Bluetooth: Yes
- Intensity + RGB/WRGB Control: Yes
- WRGB: Unsure
- Price: $157.99
- Rating: +1
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/arhpsq9awajsengxiuqg.jpg)
- Spectrum: ![Spectrum](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/yqukazdphcfpnbs0mxrs.png)
- Amazon: [https://amzn.to/4iNyUIR](https://amzn.to/4iNyUIR)
- AliExpress: -
- Comments: For Nano tanks

### 11. [Flat Nano+](https://listium.com/@Tropiscape/101018/godlike-lighting-systems-for-planted-tanks/5/flat-nano)

Item ID: `5`

- Brand: ONF
- Buillt-in Timer: Yes
- Bluetooth: Yes
- Intensity + RGB/WRGB Control: Yes
- WRGB: Yes
- Price: $250.00
- Rating: +2
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/dc5zmduxhajcz5gigshv.jpg)
- Spectrum: ![Spectrum](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/zaaupmnbuby2njxf9ltz.jpg)
- Amazon: [https://amzn.to/48PzGz5](https://amzn.to/48PzGz5)
- AliExpress: -
- Comments: The best high-end light for nano tanks! Design is very slick too! The only downside is the price...

### 12. [A-Line LED](https://listium.com/@Tropiscape/101018/godlike-lighting-systems-for-planted-tanks/6/a-line-led)

Item ID: `6`

- Brand: Twinstar
- Buillt-in Timer: No
- Bluetooth: No
- Intensity + RGB/WRGB Control: No
- WRGB: Yes
- Price: $140.00
- Rating: +1
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/z80tbtwbc4otymp99u08.jpg)
- Spectrum: -
- Amazon: [https://amzn.to/49EHogF](https://amzn.to/49EHogF)
- AliExpress: -
- Comments: Entry level high-end light from a well known company! A great introductory to high-end lighting systems at an affordable price! It's missing a bit of features that other high-end lights offer.

### 13. [WRGB 2](https://listium.com/@Tropiscape/101018/godlike-lighting-systems-for-planted-tanks/7/wrgb-2)

Item ID: `7`

- Brand: Chihiros
- Buillt-in Timer: Yes
- Bluetooth: Yes
- Intensity + RGB/WRGB Control: Yes
- WRGB: Yes
- Price: $250
- Rating: +2
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/klkdjabdcdsptdsoyeck.webp)
- Spectrum: ![Spectrum](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/q9dpvgetulmlzmuk4z0e.png)
- Amazon: [https://www.chihirosaquaticstudio.com/products/chihiros-wrgb-ii-10th-ed-led-light](https://www.chihirosaquaticstudio.com/products/chihiros-wrgb-ii-10th-ed-led-light)
- AliExpress: -
- Comments: One of the best high-end lights that will almost break your wallet. It has Bluetooth capabilities so you can control everything from a phone application! 100% worth the price, however, it can be easy to over so the it so be careful when adjusting it!

### 14. [Plant 3.0](https://listium.com/@Tropiscape/101018/godlike-lighting-systems-for-planted-tanks/8/plant-30)

Item ID: `8`

- Brand: Fluval
- Buillt-in Timer: Yes
- Bluetooth: Yes
- Intensity + RGB/WRGB Control: Yes
- WRGB: Yes
- Price: $180 - $350
- Rating: +2
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/dhwutjrruyd9x0cmdslc.jpg)
- Spectrum: ![Spectrum](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/h2loodja93vcr7rdefu7.jpg)
- Amazon: [https://amzn.to/3IutmlU](https://amzn.to/3IutmlU)
- AliExpress: -
- Comments: High-end lights from Fluval that boats the most in-depth customization features I've ever came across. Customizations are done through their mobile app.

### 15. [Flat One+](https://listium.com/@Tropiscape/101018/godlike-lighting-systems-for-planted-tanks/10/flat-one)

Item ID: `10`

- Brand: ONF
- Buillt-in Timer: Yes
- Bluetooth: Yes
- Intensity + RGB/WRGB Control: Yes
- WRGB: Yes
- Price: $700
- Rating: +1
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/mercbsrxi3sn7ogvzrnb.jpg)
- Spectrum: ![Spectrum](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/tvkgqskqloi3jcyyzaab.jpg)
- Amazon: [https://amzn.to/3TwLvWs](https://amzn.to/3TwLvWs)
- AliExpress: -
- Comments: Great high-end light that can rival the Chihiros WRGB 2! Price is the only issue... Spectrum also a tad weaker than the WRGB 2.

### 16. [Shine 2700K](https://listium.com/@Tropiscape/101018/godlike-lighting-systems-for-planted-tanks/16/shine-2700k)

Item ID: `16`

- Brand: Sunsy
- Buillt-in Timer: No
- Bluetooth: No
- Intensity + RGB/WRGB Control: Unsure
- WRGB: No
- Price: $40
- Rating: +2
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/619b1a57-9df0-40f5-91ec-bef7b21e7f9a.jpg)
- Spectrum: ![Spectrum](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/453a6ff9-97fa-42ac-a74f-fc185a5aaa82.jpg)
- Amazon: [https://amzn.to/4aWcKBd](https://amzn.to/4aWcKBd)
- AliExpress: -
- Comments:
  > For those who prefer a warmer colour. Like a really warm yellow light.
  > 
  > Dimmable Flicker-free Lightbulb that has a spectrum that closely mimics the sun. Also helps with SAD, if you do suffer from it. Flicker-free is great for those with light sensative eyes. Human eyes… Not livestock eyes