NICREW · Updated August 2026
NICREW HyperReef 100 Gen 2: price & specs
NICREW HyperReef 100 Gen 2. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: worldwidecorals.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The NICREW HyperReef 100 Gen 2 is listed at $199.99 on worldwidecorals.com as of 2026-08-19, #2 cheapest of 7 aquarium lights (median $259.95); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Platinum Deskmark — 98/100 pay-blind standing, #1 of 10 in class.
Verified Aug 19, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Is the NICREW HyperReef 100 Gen 2 a good buy?
At $200, the NICREW HyperReef 100 Gen 2 is the cheapest of the 7 aquarium lights we track, where the median is $259.95.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $199.99 WorldWideCorals sale price; regular/list price $249.99 per the same listing |
|---|---|
| Brand | NICREW |
| Released | — |
| Use case | reef |
| Fits length range (in) | 24 in x 24 in footprint (point-source, not a strip light) |
| Wattage (W) | 100 |
| Output par or lumens | — |
| Spectrum | tunable |
| Control | inline_controller |
| Programmable schedule | Yes |
| Mounting | hanging |
Source: worldwidecorals.com (verified 2026-08-19) · corroborated by nicrew.com. 100W rating, 5-channel full programmability (independent sunrise/sunset/cloud-cover/storm effects), enhanced violet+blue coral spectrum, dual USB-C ports for external controllers (APEX/GHL/Hydros), and mounting arms/rails/hanging kits confirmed via WorldWideCorals' listing this pass; sale $199.99 / regular $249.99 shown on the same page. NICREW does not publish a numeric PAR figure for this fixture (only a qualitative even-distribution claim), so left null.
Is the NICREW HyperReef 100 Gen 2 worth it vs cheaper aquarium lights?
NICREW HyperReef 100 Gen 2 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) | Spectrum | Control |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NICREW HyperReef 100 Gen 2 this | $199.99 | reef | 24 in x 24 in footprint (point-source, not a strip light) | 100 | tunable | inline_controller |
| Twinstar S-Line V 600S | $124.99 | planted | 23.6-27.6 in (60-70 cm) | 67 | full | app |
| Chihiros WRGB II PRO 30 | $251.99 | planted | 11.8-17.7 in (30-45 cm) | 37 | tunable | app |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the NICREW HyperReef 100 Gen 2 cost?
The NICREW HyperReef 100 Gen 2 has a US price of $199.99 (WorldWideCorals sale price; regular/list price $249.99 per the same listing), as of 2026-08-19.
How does the NICREW HyperReef 100 Gen 2 compare on price?
At $200, the NICREW HyperReef 100 Gen 2 is the cheapest of the 7 aquarium lights we track, where the median is $259.95.
What are the NICREW HyperReef 100 Gen 2's key specs?
NICREW HyperReef 100 Gen 2 (NICREW): use case reef, fits length range in 24 in x 24 in footprint (point-source, not a strip light), wattage w 100, spectrum tunable, control inline_controller. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-08-19.
Price of record: $199.99 at worldwidecorals.com, 2026-08-19. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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