Aqua Illumination · Updated August 2026
Aqua Illumination Prime 16HD (Reef): price & specs
Aqua Illumination Prime 16HD (Reef). Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: shop.aquaillumination.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Aqua Illumination Prime 16HD (Reef) is listed at $279.88 on shop.aquaillumination.com as of 2026-08-21, #6 cheapest of 7 aquarium lights (median $259.95); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 32/100 pay-blind standing, #5 of 10 in class.
Verified Aug 21, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Price history
$279.88Dropped from the price on record when we began tracking (2026-08-21). A dated chart builds here as the price moves over the coming days.
Is the Aqua Illumination Prime 16HD (Reef) a good buy?
At $280, the Aqua Illumination Prime 16HD (Reef) is #6 cheapest of the 7 aquarium lights we track, where the median is $259.95.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $279.88 — current on record (was $317.99) |
|---|---|
| Brand | Aqua Illumination |
| Released | — |
| Use case | reef |
| Fits length range (in) | 24 in x 24 in footprint (point-source, not a strip light) |
| Wattage (W) | 59 |
| Output par or lumens | PAR 100 µmol/m²/s @ 24in depth |
| Spectrum | tunable |
| Control | app |
| Programmable schedule | Yes |
| Mounting | — |
Source: shop.aquaillumination.com (verified 2026-08-19) · corroborated by bulkreefsupply.com. 59W @ max output, peak PAR 100µmol at 24in depth, 17-LED multi-channel spectrum (4x cool white / 4x blue / 4x royal blue / 1x photo red / 1x green / 1x violet / 1x UV / 1x moonlight), and myAI Bluetooth-app scheduling confirmed via Bulk Reef Supply's spec listing this pass. Manufacturer-store price $317.99 confirmed live on AI's own store; BRS lists the identical SKU at $279.88 — both real, discrepancy retained in note rather than guessed. Mounting sold separately, left null.
Is the Aqua Illumination Prime 16HD (Reef) worth it vs cheaper aquarium lights?
Aqua Illumination Prime 16HD (Reef) against its closest cheaper and pricier aquarium lights on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 7 ranked
| Product | Price | Use case | Fits length range (in) | Wattage (W) | Output par or lumens | Spectrum |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua Illumination Prime 16HD (Reef) this | $279.88 | reef | 24 in x 24 in footprint (point-source, not a strip light) | 59 | PAR 100 µmol/m²/s @ 24in depth | tunable |
| Fluval Marine 3.0 Bluetooth LED (59W) | $259.99 | reef | 48-60 in | 59 | PAR 390 @3in / 102 @12in (mfr PAR chart) | full |
| Kessil A360X Tuna Sun | $499.99 | planted | 24 in x 24 in footprint (pendant, not a strip light) | 90 | — | tunable |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Aqua Illumination Prime 16HD (Reef) cost?
The Aqua Illumination Prime 16HD (Reef) has a US price of $279.88, as of 2026-08-21.
How does the Aqua Illumination Prime 16HD (Reef) compare on price?
At $280, the Aqua Illumination Prime 16HD (Reef) is #6 cheapest of the 7 aquarium lights we track, where the median is $259.95.
Has the Aqua Illumination Prime 16HD (Reef)'s price changed?
No — the Aqua Illumination Prime 16HD (Reef) has held at $279.88 since 2026-08-21.
What is the lowest price the Aqua Illumination Prime 16HD (Reef) has been?
The lowest we have recorded for the Aqua Illumination Prime 16HD (Reef) is $279.88 on 2026-08-21.
Is now a good time to buy the Aqua Illumination Prime 16HD (Reef)?
The Aqua Illumination Prime 16HD (Reef) is currently $279.88; the lowest we have recorded is $279.88 (2026-08-21). Every price is dated, so you can judge it against its own history.
What are the Aqua Illumination Prime 16HD (Reef)'s key specs?
Aqua Illumination Prime 16HD (Reef) (Aqua Illumination): use case reef, fits length range in 24 in x 24 in footprint (point-source, not a strip light), wattage w 59, output par or lumens PAR 100 µmol/m²/s @ 24in depth, spectrum tunable. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-08-19.
Price of record: $279.88 at shop.aquaillumination.com, 2026-08-21. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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