Hello everyone. I wanted to do a review on Lightyourreptiles Tropic Blaze T5 Quad Fixture.
This quad fixture includes:
- 1 Arcadia 12% bulb
- 2 6.5k daylight bulbs
- 1 Plant Pro bulb
I have owned this fixtures for about 2 months now. I wanted some time to evaluate the function and the quality of this fixture.
Why I went with this fixture?
I explained to Todd in detail what our set up was going to be. 24x24x48 with some pothos for our sub adult panther chameleon. After a few emails, we both agreed that the Tropic Blaze was the perfect light for our situation.
Packaging
When I ordered this quad fixture, I was curious about how everything would be packed. Like everyone else, I was praying that none of the bulbs would be damaged during the shipping especially because the fixture was traveling from the East Coast all the way to the West Coast. When I received the fixture, I was impressed! The fixture was carefully package and not only was happy everything in perfect condition, it also showed me that Todd takes pride in his work.
Quality
The quality of the fixture is simply amazing. We recently transitioned from the aquarium hobby to reptiles. I owned a lot of different aquarium lights in the past and none of it compares to the quality of the Tropic Blaze. The attention to detail and just how the fixture looks and feels. If you own this fixture, you know what I am talking about!
Function
This light comes with 3 cords. 2 cords control the 4 bulbs and a 3rd cord that controls the nightlight. The fixture also has 3 switches. From day one, everything has worked perfectly. We have the fixture on timers and have not had a single problem. The fixture also snaps into place onto the cage to keep it nice and secure which is a big plus. The Arcadia light needs no introduction and the importance it has for your cham is priceless. The 2x6.5k and plant pro bulb is a dream for your plants.
Price
When people get into hobbies, especially reptiles, things can get expensive. People want to save money or go the cheap route. This is NOT an area where you want to sacrifice quality for price. I have always believed that you get what you pay for and I also believe in doing things the right way the first time. This light is $150 but it serves a purpose for our panther and his enclosure. I owned $150 aquarium lights that did nothing for our fish other than making the tank and the fish look "pretty". This fixture is worth every penny and our chams thank us for it. We alway tell them thank Todd, not us.
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Cons
My personal con is the night light. It works perfect and looks awesome but it is unnecessary for our chams. So basically I have an extra cord dangling around. I wish there was a version without the night light but it wouldn't make sense to remove it when it may serve a purpose for other reptile owners.
Customer Service
One word. Outstanding. Over the years of buying things online, I like to ask questions and inquire about the item(s) I might be interested in. I can tell when answers are generic and its a real turn off. But not with Todd. From the first E-mail, I could tell he was passionate about what he does and believes in his products. I also respect someone who takes pride in his work. He has answered every single question I had in detail (all million of them) and even helped me with other set up questions not even pertaining to the fixture. I have been blown away with his customer service and he has exceeded my expectations.
So all in all, would I recommend this light? Hell yeah I would. Would I purchase another one? We already did! We own 3 Tropic Blaze Quad fixtures and plan on ordering more when the time comes.
Thank you Todd for such a quality product! Our chams thank you too.
Now for some pictures.
Switches
Snaps into place
Top View
Colors
Enclosure with Tropic Blaze
Enclosure with Tropic Blaze and Heat Lamps On
Front View
Note: We have added more plants to the enclosure for more cover since the pics were taken.
This quad fixture includes:
- 1 Arcadia 12% bulb
- 2 6.5k daylight bulbs
- 1 Plant Pro bulb
I have owned this fixtures for about 2 months now. I wanted some time to evaluate the function and the quality of this fixture.
Why I went with this fixture?
I explained to Todd in detail what our set up was going to be. 24x24x48 with some pothos for our sub adult panther chameleon. After a few emails, we both agreed that the Tropic Blaze was the perfect light for our situation.
Packaging
When I ordered this quad fixture, I was curious about how everything would be packed. Like everyone else, I was praying that none of the bulbs would be damaged during the shipping especially because the fixture was traveling from the East Coast all the way to the West Coast. When I received the fixture, I was impressed! The fixture was carefully package and not only was happy everything in perfect condition, it also showed me that Todd takes pride in his work.
Quality
The quality of the fixture is simply amazing. We recently transitioned from the aquarium hobby to reptiles. I owned a lot of different aquarium lights in the past and none of it compares to the quality of the Tropic Blaze. The attention to detail and just how the fixture looks and feels. If you own this fixture, you know what I am talking about!
Function
This light comes with 3 cords. 2 cords control the 4 bulbs and a 3rd cord that controls the nightlight. The fixture also has 3 switches. From day one, everything has worked perfectly. We have the fixture on timers and have not had a single problem. The fixture also snaps into place onto the cage to keep it nice and secure which is a big plus. The Arcadia light needs no introduction and the importance it has for your cham is priceless. The 2x6.5k and plant pro bulb is a dream for your plants.
Price
When people get into hobbies, especially reptiles, things can get expensive. People want to save money or go the cheap route. This is NOT an area where you want to sacrifice quality for price. I have always believed that you get what you pay for and I also believe in doing things the right way the first time. This light is $150 but it serves a purpose for our panther and his enclosure. I owned $150 aquarium lights that did nothing for our fish other than making the tank and the fish look "pretty". This fixture is worth every penny and our chams thank us for it. We alway tell them thank Todd, not us.
:Cons
My personal con is the night light. It works perfect and looks awesome but it is unnecessary for our chams. So basically I have an extra cord dangling around. I wish there was a version without the night light but it wouldn't make sense to remove it when it may serve a purpose for other reptile owners.
Customer Service
One word. Outstanding. Over the years of buying things online, I like to ask questions and inquire about the item(s) I might be interested in. I can tell when answers are generic and its a real turn off. But not with Todd. From the first E-mail, I could tell he was passionate about what he does and believes in his products. I also respect someone who takes pride in his work. He has answered every single question I had in detail (all million of them) and even helped me with other set up questions not even pertaining to the fixture. I have been blown away with his customer service and he has exceeded my expectations.
So all in all, would I recommend this light? Hell yeah I would. Would I purchase another one? We already did! We own 3 Tropic Blaze Quad fixtures and plan on ordering more when the time comes.
Thank you Todd for such a quality product! Our chams thank you too.
Now for some pictures.
Switches
Snaps into place
Top View
Colors
Enclosure with Tropic Blaze
Enclosure with Tropic Blaze and Heat Lamps On
Front View
Note: We have added more plants to the enclosure for more cover since the pics were taken.
