This is my second Cobalt Aquatics' heater. I purchased a 50 watt version over the past six months. This one's a75 watter. I have also noticed that Cobalt has recently expanded this line of heaters to include 150 and 200 watt versions.
Thus far my experiences with the 50 watt version have been
positive. It's in a Mr. Aqua 12 gallon long which is at about the maximum size for this heater. As a result, the heater can be working harder than it should during the winter months.
This is especially true since I like the cooler temperatures during the fall and winter months, and as such, keep my den windows partially open most of the time.
However, even during the coldest months of the year, water always remains above 70 degrees.
The Cobalt is aesthetically pleasing, well constructed, and very easy to use. It's a bit on the expensive side though.
However, the prices have come down about 15% or so since these heaters were first introduced.
If they turn out be durable heaters that stand the test of time, the Cobalt Neo Therm series will be well worth the investment. Especially when one considers how difficult it is to find a company without the quality control issues that most aquarium heater manufacturers experience.
Of all of the equipment one must purchase in this great hobby, heaters are the most problematic. For instance, you can purchase two identical heaters and one may prove to be reliable for years, while the other fails right out of the box.
Thus far, I recommend the Cobalt Neo Therm line. However, try to find them at a discount. Amazon.com usually has them discounted. Although I'm not sure if you can find the Neo Therm 150 and 200 on Amazon yet.
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