Best 3x3 250 watt to 300 watt grow light 2024

I review the best grow lights I have tested for a 3ft x 3ft or 90cm x 90cm grow space. These are the best grow lights from 250 watts to 300 watts I have tested and are available on the market today.
Full blog post here: migrolight.com/blogs/grow-lig...
The calculation for 3 year cost is based on delivering 800 µmols average PAR to the plant canopy in a 3ft x 3ft area. The cost includes the price of the fixture and the cost of electricity at the average US rate of 16.8C per KW hour run for 3 years at 12 hours per day.
Grow light listing in order:
Viparspectra KS3000: www.viparspectra.com/collecti...
MARS Hydro FC3000 Evo: mars-hydro.com/smart-fc3000-s...
MIGRO ARAY 3: migrolight.com/collections/ar...
Growealth G3000: growealth.com/discount/MIGRO1...
Lightmyleaf 240W: www.lightmyleaf.com/product/2...
Use this code for a $10 discount on your order: lightmyleaf-migro
Spider Farmer SE3000: spider-farmer.com/products/sp...
Senelux SE4000: senelux.co.uk/
Photontek SQ300: photontek-lighting.com/led/
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[@FatalQT]

Aray 3 is going strong after 2 years of never-ending use. Can't thank you enough for sharing your knowledge and steady flow of analyses. Migro will be my go-to for life.

[@dertythegrower]

Best LED expert and tester lately, as far as english speakers... Thank you Shane

[@stevendegoodmojosmet4034]

Big fan of migrow. You are too modest sir.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Wow, thanks

[@javierjimenez67]

Thanks to your past video and others. I've had my Viparspectra KS3000 for about a year now.

[@Mainewoodsgrow]

All my tents are Lit with Migro and no issues for over 2 years. Had Mars hydro and Spider farmer, neither lasted more than a year and a half

[@daluxnutz]

I’ve tried many Mars and vipars. But the functionality of splitting my Aray4s into different heights is my number 1 for the tent game.❤

[@UbiquitousRomp]

I just wish he would make them so you can turn each bar on or off. My lunatek and Spider farmer se 3000 run with bars removed. that I add when the grow spreads out.

[@gkinguk]

@@UbiquitousRomp why not just dim them instead

[@timpage5021]

Viparspectra and Migro array 3 got this spot in my opinion. But there is a new bar fixture from Bloomplus that looks great for a 3x3. Viparspectra KS3000 covers the space perfectly

[@mikebird8290]

GREAT HONEST REVIEW AS ALWAYS SHANE 🌱💚🇬🇧🕊️✌🏼🤩

[@HereIsmarcus]

Love my migrow. Been getting great harvests for 18 months now

[@gbauto7006]

Excellent review. I really appreciate the effort and detail you can give us when making a buying choice for a great fixture.

[@wisconsinlife3971]

Just received my Aray3.. great looking product.. Crazy bright and well built super easy to assemble didn't even need to read the assembly instructions.. looking forward to using it in my new marshydro 3x3 for my next run..

[@MrMymorph]

I'm running the array 3 and very happy with performance. A marked improvement on output over the original array series.

[@kevincooper2966]

got the ks3000 you tested.. fairplay mate spot on.. cheers shane

[@richardgrimbleby7853]

Hello buddy where did you get it are you UK based

[@TOPCLASSGAMER44]

Just bought one of your ARAY 4 lights haven't set it up yet but looking forward to putting it up and see what yield I can get out of my 2x4 space. Keep up the good work buddy peace.

[@JayrockCultivation]

Great video I’m running the viperspectra in a 3x3 and it kills it 🔥💨💨

[@tthtonekid]

Haven't tried any of these but love my migro 5x5 and the modularity of 2 150w lights for my small tent

[@PhantomPain74]

Thanks you so much Buddy 🙏

[@joeamos-somasystemspvbatte6]

So helpful as always.

[@jimd1617]

Thanks Shane! :)

[@martinellen9334]

Got your Aray 3 Shane 🌱 💯 excellent job 👍

[@colbyblasenak1770]

I currently have the viperspectra ks3000 and it'd the best light I have owned for my 3x3. My end product speaks for it self.

[@UbiquitousRomp]

Like my lunitek 6 bar Pro, the Spider farmer se 3000 will also work with bars recovered if you like to save energy costs and add the bars as the grow spreads out.

[@normagee]

ive run a MH FC3000 for a couple of years , had to replace the dimmer box as i have on my other MH light , yes it works but not great build quality if I compare to my AC infinity or Viparspectra lights 😎

[@Dave-lq4se]

I have the spiderfarmer se-3000 in my small flower tent. Its the 28"x28"x62" . Amazing results. I keep driver and exhaust outside of tent. First run in it i yielded just under a 1lbs. This run will probably beat that as better structured strain this run

[@Fexone718]

I def appreciate what you do ! Thank you ! I currently have a MH fce3000. Works just fine my only beef is it fan run slightly hot. And I have the driver outside the tent.

[@daveselbow9128]

they do run hot bro - I have 2 x fce6500's wit remote drivers they are really hot

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks for sharing

[@Angusyoung994]

Thanks!!!!

[@victor-bh9dl]

Vipraspectra and Migro on the top, as in the 2x2 grow space, great video as always thx. I have been researching info from several diodes (lm281, 301, etc ), and they differences but there isn't much info on yt, a video of yours would be awesome 😊

[@dannyarmata8878]

Plannts dont care whixh diode u have only how much PAR they deliver. I have 7 lights with sanaan lumileds osram samsung 281 301 h&b and epistar. They all still work no burnt diodes. Also i cant see any dif when using lumileds vs samsung. My mars hydro ts1000 with epistar diodes is 6 yeara old now works great

[@stephbarbershop2518]

You should run the Phillips 3100k CMH against them. On paper it might lag but in the real world its a solid performer. Works really well for a 2x2 area.

[@bananbanan5933]

I hope there will be a section with a room size of 4x4 (120x120 cm). You are doing a great job. Best regards and I am waiting for further news that will support the development of plants and lead them to perfection :)

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi, 4x4 comparison coning soon thanks

[@JD-re3cj]

@@MIGROLIGHTgreat work. Have you ever had your hands on the omega infinity 3.0 ? That’s a 4x4 light I think

[@carsenarsen8634]

Can confirm, the ks3000 is really really balls deep.

[@mr.marmars]

Shane aways brings the best content 💪💪🤘

[@pointblank9362]

KS3000. First time using it. (3)GDP Autos = 456g. The 2023 model says its rated for 320w, great coverage, heat easily controlled. Winter run in progress, hoping for similar results.

[@norfolkreefer5801]

Looking forward to the 4x2 comparison as it’s my favourite size tent

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Coming soon, stay tuned

[@7munkee]

I have a Maxsisun MG3000. It uses 289 watts and cost $269. It's PPF is 2.38 and 687 average. I got the measurements from Aldo Pepper on KZbin. I have had it for 2 years and I love it. Manufacturer recommends hanging it at 18 inches, but it tends to give me light burn if I run it close to 100% so I hang it at 24.

[@integrity619]

I love your work and channel. Any thoughts about the performance of KingBrite 320 W compared to the lights in the list?

[@bradg1226]

2x2, 2x4, 3x3 or 4x4... Vipaspectra have truly nailed it for the average tent grower.

[@Spiderdan-59]

I've hot the vipraspectra xs1500 pro and the maxibright daylight 200w in my 4x4 homebox tent 🎪

[@davidbabin1287]

@@Spiderdan-59… vipar spectra xs 1500 and California light works 275 solar system paired up is straight killing it in a 3x3!! Good to see how others are doing this before investing into bar style lights for full footprint coverages… won't be long I'll move up to newer style lights.. But rite now this actually is working!

[@Spiderdan-59]

@@davidbabin1287 I've also got a lumatec 100w supplementary bar to either add to it which I have or use to run seedlings which I haven't tried yet👍🇬🇧

[@billybudz]

Shane, could you add a canopy light depth metric to your reviews? Some led fixtures throw more light farther down to the lowers with the same settings. It's definitely not linear between manufacturers according to my SpotOn par meter. ✌️

[@dampbutthole3025]

can you plsss do a review of a california lightworks bar style LED fixture? thanks! good video!

[@filmtvbiz]

✨💫 Thanks. As always. .... ✨😎

[@jcli1829]

Ks3000 is a monster. Its clearly more powerful the my fce4800. The evo chips are insanely bright

[@Sir-Complains-a-Lot]

Aglex led has some interesting lights. I own the 240 watt variant, 250 €, and it seems a real bargain so far. Plants are growing very well.

[@alexterrieur9639]

Hi Shane Is there a reason to skip testing/measuring the lumatek products?

[@ShaneDotz]

cant wait for the 4x4 video

[@MIGROLIGHT]

coming soon, thanks

[@irishluck9741]

Any good tips for the Phantom 440 4x4

[@alfieproplayer3030]

I've got the original Aray3 brilliant light but im thinking of getting the new version, what do you think?

[@criticaljack1]

I like these comparison videos! 2x4 next??

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Yes, stay tuned

[@matthewabrahams3273]

Can you try a greenfingers 3000w '300w' Really good design and seems good for my bunch so far.

[@2zztercel558]

Could you do a 400w comparison including the aerolight 4-pack ? Thanks

[@cptcasual]

are the indicated hanging heights the optimal heights or why do they vary on the different lights ?

[@Louis-zt2sr]

Is any of this Grow Lights better as the Ac Infinity Ionframe Evo4 300W? Or is the Evo4 the Ultimate Light for the 3x3 Tent? Thank You

[@Sache0190]

Had the Photontek (Lumatek) myself. Great built quality but the hotspot and the overall temeprature of the driver was too high. Would go for anything bar style any day

[@RR-fd1gk]

Tellos 10👌

[@Brett-ff8gx]

What do you think better vipqr spectra ks3000 or lumatak ats300 watt

[@greauxdevil9270]

Migro #1 🎉🎉

[@M4KERB]

I'd love to get my hands on a new 4x4 tent with a new Migro 4x4 aray.

[@rtbkennel721]

Got a viperspectra 230w+3% is that a good light for my 3x3?

[@MRFUCR]

I'd be curious about how much , i use , 24/7 24/7, heats my space and plants thrive..why more growers no do this??

[@anonymousmc7727]

I rewired my light so the ballasts would live there live outside the tent😊

[@bcfchris18]

Is it possible that photontek and lumatek are the same company ?

[@vanshu81]

Muy buenas amigo, gracias por compartir tus estudios por este canal, me gusta entenderlo.😊 Tengo Marshidro tws 2000. Podrias decime algo sobre el? Fabricante manda distancia 30cm al 100% ..creo que excesivo . Un saludo desde mi pais dios te ayude amigo🎉

[@skyridercommendor6303]

Very nice @MIGRO.! i use the old mars FC3000 ( not Evo) I am very happy with it, fits nice in a 80x80x200 an runs very cool when driver is out side tent. Last grow i got around 150g more yield vs my old QB board( 250) Maybe you can answer this, do all leds come with a Long cabel soo you can mount driver out side tent. very importen in the sommer :) Regards Denmark

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi, some grow lights do but most have the driver mounted on the back of the fixture

[@roywarriner8441]

Have you reviewed any Vivosun lights Shane? I bought a VS3000 recently, really good performance for a light under 300 bucks CAD. Cheers.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Yes I've reviewed a few of their lights. The reviews are on the channel reviews playlist

[@KickYouInTheThroat]

im really hoping the 4x2 video is next

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Coming later this week, thanks

[@chrismasters7373]

Anyway, it is incredible that electricity in America costs the same if not more than in my country, Italy. I thought nuclear power was cheaper.

[@cybernite69]

I would have liked to see the ac infinity evo 4 testing to see how it compares to these lights.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

They are due to send one but no sign of it yet

[@niceguysanders2800]

hey could you make a 1000w chps light? i refuse to believe these "leds" the industry has been promoting are better...

[@jptatts404]

Aci Evo6 is perfect for a 3x3

[@markusbalbach7608]

@Shane IDK Is there a fixture from you or mars or viparspectra around 400 watts that would fit into a one m² tent? (should be 3,3x3,3 foot) THANK YOU IN ADVANCE. cheers from germany

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi, The ARAY 4x4 is exactly 1m x 1m, you would need to measure inside the tent from pole to pole to make sure its fits. Thanks.

[@Bootman899]

How do you leave out the Samsung LM301H???

[@dannyarmata8878]

Plants dont care what diode lights them and unless u run 100 lights u shudnt care either Price per umol is what matters Ive used 7 dif brand diodes over 7 years and there is no dif in quality with 301h vs epistar

[@Merlijn39]

Which light fits well for a 3x1.7feet? It's a weird size tent, but it fits my wardrobe perfectly.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi, the ARAY 3 will fit your grow space

[@Merlijn39]

Thanks for the reply. What about the Aray 4 with the Aray 3 connectors? That might also fit from size?@@MIGROLIGHT

[@jc0824]

I have a question about the Viparspectra ks3000. It has amazing spread. But my question is about the light spectrum used. Is it a good spectrum to use for growing cannabis? I noticed it doesn't have as much 660nm red in the spectrum as other lights it looks like the peak is more around 640nm and the peak intensity of the blue is less than others. If anyone could help me out I would appreciate it!

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi, yes the spectrum of the KS3000 is perfect for growing herbs

[@jc0824]

@@MIGROLIGHT thanks for the reply! Appreciate all the insight!

[@sudanwilliams2350]

Why you didn't test the ac infinity evo 4

[@MIGROLIGHT]

They have not sent me one for test yet

[@hulkboker2505]

Please check the sanlight Evo series.

[@alikemal7849]

Sanlight ist #1

[@SilentScreamsStudios]

No Ac Infinity EVO4 lol????

[@user-nt3tl9ze3e]

My space is limited. 3'x2' tent is all I have room for. What light would fit in a 3'x2'?

[@yeahnahsweetas]

Should be able to answer that yourself by looking at the shape of the light and moreso the shape of the PAR map shown on screen for each fixture.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi, an ARAY 3 will fit your tent and give good coverage, link here: migrolight.com/collections/led-grow-lights/products/migro-aray-3-270w

[@user-nt3tl9ze3e]

Thank you. Your help is much appreciated@@MIGROLIGHT

[@michael2305]

I'd still use the 220w lm301b boards I have ... two of those at 300w would blast a 3x3. huehuehue

[@majorleaguegrowing]

viparspectra says the ks3000 is a 320 watt light, sure the calculation is valid?

[@TheGreenGrower618]

They bumped it up 20 watts for the 2024 model.

[@revoltoff]

I would be interested in a 4 x 4 300w setup, any ideas anyone or migro ?

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi, it would be a little underpowered. I would recommend and ARAY 4X4, link here: migrolight.com/collections/led-grow-lights/products/aray-4x4

[@revoltoff]

@@MIGROLIGHT It would be for growing lettuce an strawberries not the herb haha

[@RedPillGrower]

✌️😎🔥🔥🔥

[@taxi2jehova915]

do a 4x4 pls

[@taxi2jehova915]

and please put in the heat

[@dn-news8565]

Iam using the Vipar Spectra ks 3000 now for 1.5 years and i am very happy with this light ! The only downsite is you can change the the light intensity olnly in 25 % steps !

[@dertythegrower]

have you tried a dimmer style light switch with it set to 100?

[@colbyblasenak1770]

​@dertythegrower how do you do that? I also have the same light and would love to dim it more then the 25% increments

[@timpage5021]

@@colbyblasenak1770it’ll hook up to the controller 69.

[@JoyfulWAVE]

There is a way you can do this. I got my KS 3000 last summer and the driver that came with it were a bit different from the first driver that came with it. The one i got is more like the one you get with the KS 5000. It has the better driver with Daisy Chain and connection for a controller...lets say the AC Infinity Controller 69 as an example. The controller has Bluetooth so that you can do settings with the App. Other models have WiFi so that you always have control of your tent. Then you can control the dimmer much better. Maybe try to get the newer driver for your KS 3000...plus a controller. 👍👍👍

[@413TomaccoRoad]

Photontek might want to stop using gold plated metal. ...😬

[@llama9274]

hlg?

[@MIGROLIGHT]

They will be in the upcoming 5x5 video, thanks

[@weeroger7048]

Us paying a hell of a lot cheaper electric prices I was paying 43 p the other week

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Yes it is similar cost here in Ireland. I would suggest going for higher efficiency fixtures if your electricity prices are very high. Bog post on this here: migrolight.com/blogs/grow-light-news/energy-saving-with-led-grow-lights

[@ThETruTh-sw9nw]

You always take leds like mars hydro or vipa sepctra,of course theyre cheap... take leds like sanlight to compare...

[@timpage5021]

He has tested sanlight.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Sanlight are included on the 5x5 comparison coming soon

[@ThETruTh-sw9nw]

@@timpage5021 yes but never really compare to other leds or to his led... mars hydro vipa spectra lumatek ect are all cheap chinese leds with bad ppfd... put some europe in it :D Koniea is also very interesting... and you had it already there :) Sanlight has good ppfd... greenception is also

[@WarningLowBattery]

i hear your not letting better light companys test with you?

[@MIGROLIGHT]

GML was disrespectful of me and my business. I provide a service and I have the right to decline to do business with anyone I chose. He has burned bridges with many in the business and now that includes me. Take care, Shane

[@Neoone1345]

Sry the best lights on the market are missing sanlight!!!!!!

[@MIGROLIGHT]

They are in the upcoming 5x5 LED grow light comparison video, thanks

[@Neoone1345]

@@MIGROLIGHT great I know they are frome Europe and they are fuxxing expensive but they are the best but only with blutooth and daylive sycle

[@Avation911]

i swear those numbers are bogus

[@Toni-pt3uy]

I don't know if I can believe this table that you presented here? or should I believe the measurements you made in the KZbin video when you advertised the senelux LED, because in this table it appears that it is 792 pmols, while in the video that you advertised the same light, it comes out at 978 pmols?? ? should I believe you?