Tankerini

Any advice on which of these works the best?
Does one have more pros than cons?
Seeing as they both help the alkalinity and pH stable, is this better than using a separate calcium supplement and buffer?

Any adverse reactions in in the use of C-balance/kalkwasser that you would need to keep an eye on after adding it?

Also would you need to test the water for anything after adding it?

Wolfgang8810

Any advice on which of these works the best?
I have heard much more of Kalkwasser and would trust that brand more

Does one have more pros than cons?
Not really.

Seeing as they both help the alkalinity and Ph stable, is this better than using a separate calcium supplement and buffer?
yes, its really good for SPS too

Any adverse reactions in in the use of C-balance/Kalkwasser that you would need to keep an eye on after adding it?
YES. It should be added int he correct dosage to top off water, atleast one gallon

Also would you need to test the water for anything after adding it?
calcium, ph, alk, magnesium

I hope this helps. I do not use it but thi is what i have read and understand. Feel free to get a second opinion

Slug

+1 to above however...

I currently use C-Balance. Compared to Kalk its MUCH simpilar to use. Its in a bottle. No mixing, no waiting, no stiring, no drip lines....its just easier to measure and pour. Seems to work very well in my tank.

I am going to try Kalk in my new tank when it gets setup. I've heard Kalk is good as well, but its just more work having to mix it and stuff. Can be done cheap compared to buying products like C-Balance. 5gal jug, Pickling lime from the grocery store, and water and you are set.

Wolfgang8810

that sounds suprisingly easy! once i get my 90 gallon up and reef ready maybe ill try it. I might also usie it in my 24 gallon SPS tank. hmm. you sir have opened a can of worms

Slug

Haha yeah. It really is pretty easy to drip Kalk, i just prefer the two part for now in such a small tank. I'd suggest though that you make sure you have a sump for the tank with Kalk, that way you can drip into the sump without any worries.

Wolfgang8810

my 90 does have a sump not the 24