ViparSpectra · Updated September 2026
ViparSpectra KS5000: price, specs & release date
ViparSpectra KS5000, released 2022. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: viparspectra.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The ViparSpectra KS5000 is listed at $429.99 on viparspectra.com as of 2026-07-26, #2 cheapest of 10 grow lights (median $775); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 42/100 pay-blind standing, #6 of 9 in class.
Verified Sep 21, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Price history
$429.99Is the ViparSpectra KS5000 a good buy?
At $430, the ViparSpectra KS5000 is #4 cheapest of the 10 grow lights we track, where the median is $803. On the spec sheet, its ppf umol s of 1200 is the lowest of the 10, its efficacy umol j of 2.4 is the lowest of the 9, and its diode count of 1260 is the lowest of the 6.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $429.99 — current on record (was $599.99) |
|---|---|
| Brand | ViparSpectra |
| Released | 2022 |
| Actual power (W) | 500 |
| Ppf umol s | 1200 |
| Efficacy umol j | 2.4 |
| Flower footprint (ft) | 4x4 |
| Spectrum type | white-plus-red |
| Diode count | 1260 |
| Dimmable | Yes |
| Input voltage range | — |
| Form factor | foldable-bar |
| IP rating | — |
| Warranty years | 3 |
| Weight (kg) | — |
Source: viparspectra.com (read 2026-07-11) · corroborated by rightbud.com (read 2026-09-21). The manufacturer page (ViparSpectra blog, dated Feb 22 2022) confirms this exact model — the KS5000 500W foldable six-LED-bar fixture with Samsung LM301H (3000K + 5000K white) plus Osram 660nm red diodes — and states a 500-watt power draw, 1200 µmol/s PPF, 2.40 µmol/J efficacy, a built-in dimmer, and 4'x4' flowering coverage. US retailer Rightbud (corroboration) reproduces the manufacturer spec table (Power 500 watts, Flower Footprint 4' x 4', 1,260 diodes, foldable, 3-year warranty, full spectrum 3000K/5000K/660nm) and lists the price as a regular $599.99 (currently on sale from $429.99); an independent Feb 20 2022 Dr MJ Coco review separately reports the same "Manufacturer's Data: Power 500, PPF 1200, Efficiency 2.4." Model identity (Model Number/Name "KS5000") is verified verbatim across the manufacturer, Rightbud, and Amazon listings — this is the 500W KS5000, not a KS2500/KS3000/KS3000E sibling. Weight was left null (Rightbud states 12.8 lbs vs Amazon 22.2 lbs, conflicting, and no kilogram figure is published), and IP rating/input-voltage range were null as neither cited page states them.
Is the ViparSpectra KS5000 worth it vs cheaper grow lights?
ViparSpectra KS5000 against its closest cheaper and pricier grow lights on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 10 ranked
| Product | Price | Actual power (W) | Ppf umol s | Efficacy umol j | Flower footprint (ft) | Spectrum type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ViparSpectra KS5000 this | $429.99 | 500 | 1200 | 2.4 | 4x4 | white-plus-red |
| Spider Farmer SE5000 | $339.99 | 480 | 1420 | 2.9 | 3x3 | white-plus-red |
| Mars Hydro FC-E6500 | $489.99 | 730 | 2026 | 2.8 | 4x4 | white-plus-red |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the ViparSpectra KS5000 cost?
The ViparSpectra KS5000 has a US price of $429.99, as of 2026-07-26.
How does the ViparSpectra KS5000 compare on price?
At $430, the ViparSpectra KS5000 is #4 cheapest of the 10 grow lights we track, where the median is $803.
Has the ViparSpectra KS5000's price dropped?
Yes — since 2026-07-25 the ViparSpectra KS5000 has fallen 28.3%, from $599.99 to $429.99.
What is the lowest price the ViparSpectra KS5000 has been?
The lowest we have recorded for the ViparSpectra KS5000 is $429.99 on 2026-07-26 — which is its current price.
Is now a good time to buy the ViparSpectra KS5000?
At $429.99, the ViparSpectra KS5000 is at the lowest price we have recorded since 2026-07-25.
When was the ViparSpectra KS5000 released?
The ViparSpectra KS5000 was released 2022.
What are the ViparSpectra KS5000's key specs?
ViparSpectra KS5000 (ViparSpectra): actualPowerW 500, ppfUmolS 1200, efficacyUmolJ 2.4, flowerFootprintFt 4x4, spectrumType white-plus-red. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-07-11.
Price of record: $429.99 at viparspectra.com, 2026-07-26. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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