Boyu · Bar / clip-on
CB Ultrathin LED
- Made for tanks
- 50–90 cm tanks
- Power
- 26–55 W
Low-tech planted and community tanks where you just need decent white light.
5 models
Twinstar · Bar / clip-on
Twinstar S Series Ver.5
The strongest Twinstar line, built for high-tech tanks with CO2 and light-hungry plants like carpets and red stems. Version 5 pairs six colour channels with plant-growth LEDs and phone control, and the 600S and larger can be hung from a wire kit instead of sitting on legs.
Updated
17–125 W6 models
Will it suit my tank?
cm long
Best for
High-tech planted tanks running pressurised CO2 where you want plenty of headroom and fine control over colour.
Worth knowing
There is enough output here to cause algae in a tank without CO2 and good fertilising, so start well below full power.
What stands out
- Six sizes for 20 cm to 130 cm tanks
- Highest output in the Twinstar range, up to 7,600 lm on the 1200S
- Bluetooth app with timer, 100-step dimming, boost mode and sunrise/sunset
- 600S and up can be suspended with the optional wire kit
- Titanium-finish housing
Models and specs
| Model | Made for tanks | Length | Power | Output |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200STWSSV200 | 20–25 cm | 18 cm | 17 W | 1,000 lm |
| 300STWSSV300 | 30–40 cm | 28 cm | 27 W | 1,700 lm |
| 450STWSSV450 | 45–55 cm | 43 cm | 40 W | 2,700 lm |
| 600STWSSV600 | 60–70 cm | 57 cm | 67 W | 4,100 lm |
| 900STWSSV900 | 90–100 cm | 87 cm | 100 W | 6,200 lm |
| 1200STWSSV1200 | 120–130 cm | 114 cm | 125 W | 7,600 lm |
- Brand
- Twinstar
- Spectrum
- RGB + plant-growth LEDs (6 colour channels), 400 to 780 nm
- Control
- Bluetooth app (LightControl Pro with 4-channel colour, or LightControl Standard)
- Dimming
- 100 steps, sunrise/sunset up to 60 min, boost mode
- Mounting
- Rim legs; wire hanging kit for 600S and larger
- LED lifespan
- 20,000 h
- Finish
- Titanium
Figures from the maker's published specifications. Makers revise products, so check the current figures before buying. Photos supplied by the brand or its distributor.
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- Made for tanks
- 45–90 cm tanks
- Power
- 40–72 W
Planted tanks from 45 to 90 cm where you want scheduling and colour control on a budget.
4 models
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A II Max
- Made for tanks
- 30–140 cm tanks
- Power
- 32–96 W
Medium-light planted tanks from nano to large that want a simple, bright, app-controlled bar at a fair price.
6 models
Chihiros · Bar / clip-on
B Series
- Made for tanks
- 20–120 cm tanks
- Power
- 12.7–51.3 W
Low to medium demand planted tanks and beginners who want app scheduling without spending much.
7 models
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about the Twinstar S Series Ver.5, drawn from its specs.
What size tank does the Twinstar S Series Ver.5 fit?
It comes in 6 sizes: 200S for 20–25 cm tanks, 300S for 30–40 cm tanks, 450S for 45–55 cm tanks, 600S for 60–70 cm tanks, 900S for 90–100 cm tanks, 1200S for 120–130 cm tanks. Choose the one that matches your tank length.
How much power does the Twinstar S Series Ver.5 use?
From about 17 W on the smallest model to 125 W on the largest, at full output. Most planted tanks run lights below full power.
Who is the Twinstar S Series Ver.5 best for?
High-tech planted tanks running pressurised CO2 where you want plenty of headroom and fine control over colour.
Is there anything to watch out for with the Twinstar S Series Ver.5?
There is enough output here to cause algae in a tank without CO2 and good fertilising, so start well below full power.
What are the alternatives to the Twinstar S Series Ver.5?
Other lights worth comparing: Boyu CB Ultrathin LED, Boyu ZN WiFi LED, Chihiros A II Max. Add any of them to the compare table to see the specs side by side.