Best 5x5 grow light 2024

I review the best grow lights I have tested for a 5ft x 5ft or 1.5m x 1.5m grow space. These are the best grow lights from 600 watts to 1,000 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 5ft x 5ft 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.
Spider Farmer G8600: spider-farmer.com
Grow Light Science Progrow 1800: www.growlightscience.com/prog...
MIGRO ARAY 5X5: migrolight.com/collections/al...
GML Tarantula vulcan magma: grandmasterleds.com/collectio...
GML Tarantula tent ultimate: grandmasterleds.com/collectio...
HLG Tomahawk 720W: horticulturelightinggroup.com...
Photonican Aurora 2000: photonican.com/products/auror...
Volt Grow FL 1: www.voltlighting.com/fl1-full...
GML Vulcan Nitro: grandmasterleds.com/
MARS Hydro FC6500: mars-hydro.com
Volt Grow Storm 8: www.voltlighting.com/storm-8-...
Mammoth Mint Evo: mammothlighting.com/collectio...
Hydrofarm Photobio MX: www.hydrofarm.com/p/category-...
Parfactworks ZE700: www.parfactworks.com/?ref=vw4...
Groplanner 640W LED: www.hi-groplanner.com/?ref=vw...
HLG Diablo X: horticulturelightinggroup.com... migroyoutube&
Tubu Lightmyleaf 800W: www.lightmyleaf.com/
Spider Farmer SE1000: spider-farmer.com/products/sp...
Floraflex 650 8bar: floraflex.com/default/lightin...
Hortibloom Solux 650: hortibloom.com/products/solux...
HLG 650 Scorpion Diablo: horticulturelightinggroup.com...
Hortibloom Mega Eco 720: hortibloom.com/products/mege-...
Lumatek/Photontek XT1000: lumatek-lighting.com/
Lumatek/Photontek 600W Pro (US ): photontek-lighting.com/led/
Sanlight EVO 5 x 2: www.sanlight.com/
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[@trumpyou2841]

Just got the Array 4x4 and are very pleased! Super light! Love your reviews!

[@B.White70]

Great work Shane. Tt for your tine and efforts to simplify the light options available for us.

[@robert7984]

I was literally just on Amazon looking for a 5x5 or 4x4...then you pop up in my recommended!

[@WeAreLegion-]

The AC infinity Evo10 is the best if that's what you are looking for.

[@SpacedOutCluez]

@@WeAreLegion-no it’s not be fr

[@skankhunt420]

Amazon stinks bro

[@tacosforus1688]

It's a sign from God to like and subscribe

[@ColemanCanna]

I have 2 g4500s in a 5x5. But certainly looking to find something else for that tent.

[@raylewis6117]

Wanted to thank you for the uv lamp. My first harvest you could tell the difference. Flavor and potency both increased. I know because I'm running strains that I'm very familiar with. Just so happy to tell you the news!

[@user-cu8vc2zy1u]

Thank you once again always a pleasure your consi and to the point we appreciate that thank you for your time hope you have a good day

[@normagee]

Thanks shane for your reply I completely understand & keep up the great work.

[@jonathansoto6366]

Great video!! I’ve seen a lot of great results and I’ve heard a lot of good things about your grow light the Array 4. Now im looking forward to add it to my grow

[@rmcnasty7319]

I only paid $545 after applying the discounts for a G8600 from Spider Farmer. I'm happy, in a 4x4 with tank Co2. RDWC, thank you for suggesting it.

[@TheSpeechkiss]

Shane, you don't even image how this helps, thank you very much !

[@wpok101]

Mammoth for the win. The mint white is by far the best fixture ive used.

[@aflawinhumanity11]

Love these videos. Keep it up

[@hanshurnanen7402]

I just noticed I haven't sub for this channel yet even tho I watched probably every video heh. But these type of things I'm interest in and see how technology gets better in this area year by year. Big thanks to Migro channel, I have learned alot from you.

[@harmonicliving3507]

Nice list!

[@stevemc556]

I have the mars hydro smart fc 8000 Evo for my 5x5 and it's working beautifully

[@RayHaubrich]

I love your Work. The way you are doing your videos, the level of detail, amazing. You are an expert in your field!

[@RayHaubrich]

I can say that because i am knowing what iam talking about

[@michalstuchl3501]

Thank you so much ❤

[@0verfiend]

Medic grow smart 8. Regularly goes on sale and with promo 450 to the door. 760 watts.

[@timturk1899]

How about those RDJ Bouns 720W bar fixture lights on Amazon for $325. They're always recommended for price, and I purchased one when my Alibaba bar fixture driver failed, and I needed a quick replacement. I was really bummed out, because your MIGRO 750 was coming out a month later. Had to keep the lights on though, and this has worked okay since July. It'd be interesting to see a review, and they'd probably send you one. There motto, "To make a light that will not break", lol, was pretty funny. Definitely a Chinese company, like many. Thanks for all you do Shane!

[@jimd1617]

thanks shane!

[@Merlijn39]

Finalizing my order for the Aray 4. Can't wait!

[@MIGROLIGHT]

looking forward to hear your feedback :)

[@rjwomack75]

Awesome thanks ❤

[@jessemcclelland1355]

Love the channel here in the states any chance you could look into reviewing the California lightworks lights spectramax especially they are my favorite company here but also interested in black dog LED reviews. Both companies highly rated and performing but would love to see you break them down. Grower's love brother!

[@NicksGotBeef]

GML tarantula tent ultimate is the nuts. Hoping you get their new spectrum tuning range in, at 1500w each.

[@dannyarmata8878]

Parfactworks ze700 runnin for almost 3 years...great light no issues so far

[@biondavis2306]

Thanks you ❤

[@inklabz7676]

Im considering to buy the MIGRO 5X5 ansd by checking the color spectrum, it hasn't a considerate red peak on its wavelength.. but is very balanced, is there a good explanation? Or just it is what it is?

[@BlackGoku42]

Tarantula ultimate par map is crazy! So uniform, 1300 in corners?? Might need to get one of those

[@harmonicliving3507]

Tarantula tent dimmed down is the best for hobby gardening.

[@0verfiend]

Wasn’t aware of progrow Ty.

[@sanssin344]

got the spider se1000w for my first 5x5, ended up deciding to get the ac infinity evo10 for my 2nd tent. its cheaper then the se1000w with the discount code and claim an efficiency of 3.14 µmol/J PPE. still new but like it so far, lot easier to set up then the spider and looks a lot nicer

[@TNBNaturals]

We have Been in touch with our head office? Hope to see TNB on your channel soon.

[@413TomaccoRoad]

Quite a few of these have " blue" corners. Surprising, the blue fixture doesn't😅 The GML, HLG bar and Tarantula, and MIGRO lights are all impressive.

[@craigprobert3276]

Would be good to see you test the hi par 1030 Watter

[@VanillaAttila]

Have you thought about making any residential light fixtures? I feel like what's available is so shit especially compared to grow lights.

[@0verfiend]

Medic grow, Samphon, viparspectra, Aglex and grandmaster led all good deals.

[@bouvyBouv]

Hi Shane... The Kingbrite not good enough for this list?

[@brewingfarts]

Hey Shane, I work in a horticulture shop, we sell quite a few Omega infinty 3.0 fixtures, would love to see a review and test of one of those. Also we would love to stock your equipment

[@413TomaccoRoad]

Sounds like an enlarger for photo printing.

[@jaimedelgado7529]

Shane I would ABSOLUTLY LOVE to see you test the Porsche headlights with xenon gas that are all the rage lately. I want to see what the hype is about

[@seventeen9718]

Lol the clowns using Porsche headlights in their nans attic wouldn't have a clue what PPFD/DLI is.

[@jaimedelgado7529]

@@seventeen9718 are you sure about that? Seems like a real powerful light. Wouldn't surprise me if Porsche is using quality diodes on their 3k USD headlight. With powerful light and good spread. I just wanna see the data

[@seventeen9718]

@@jaimedelgado7529 You can get a good quality spread and PPFD nowadays for extremely cheap. I'd say average person that would risk a theft charge over saving £500 for a quality light (for sub-par results), doesn't have the intelligence to know proper horticultural practice/science, absolutely.

[@0verfiend]

Medic grow starlink 680 watt 260 to the door when it was stocked.

[@robhodges883]

Have you ever looked at Medic Grow or Sayhon grow lights?

[@stevelowery8774]

could you do a video on light movers

[@latimeria2]

Regarding the Lumatek Photontek 600w pro which one is it? the 2.6, 2.7, 2.9, or 3.1? The 3.1 claims 1990μmol/s using 640W.

[@danieldaniel43]

Love the content. But how about doing a light review on the varidrive maxibright 720 w Might be a good light for people on a budget as most people can’t afford a lot of lights on the market. 👍

[@bryansweeney7897]

Photo bio Mx 680 it stays cool and has done really good thanks for all the info

[@isuelalvarez4827]

Is there anyway you can test a 800 watts 15 spectrum led light I just received it. I had for 4 days at a price of $395 it amazing plants are growing at a rapid pace. I am so impressed with the spectrum must see

[@jeremyplumb800]

correct me if im wrong, but most of the lights were tested with the old par-spectrum right? While some,. including the Migro aray, were measured with epar? That means the other lights look worse than they actually are because you have to add 3-5%umol, right?

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Yes, you are correect. There is 1 to 2% far red in most led fixtures with white LEDs. The fixtures in this list were tested over about three years. I would have tested the last 1.5 to 2 years with the ePAR meter and before that the Apogee SQ500 and Spoton meter which do not detect that 2 to 3% far red.

[@user-hb5zu3yl3c]

@@MIGROLIGHTcould you plz explain your numbers to me… turns out your math and mine are not producing the same total cost. I assume light cost plus 3 year electric cost equals total 3 year expense…? But when I add the two numbers together I don’t get the same answer as you😅 0:52

[@2JZLS]

Would the Migro Aray 5x5 750W be a good light for a 4x4 tent?

[@user-hb5zu3yl3c]

Okay so maybe I’m missing something here… but isn’t the total cost after 3 years figured by adding the initial cost of the light to the cost of operating the light for 3 years? IF SO (and maybe I’m wrong) then these total are incorrect. At least the first 5 are incorrect. Like I said possibly I’m doing something wrong here. ANY help would be greatly appreciated as I am trying to make an informed decision😅 4:17

[@fromoz9294]

hello sir, have u ever done a test of DIMLUX lights? its a dutch company that claims to have the best price/performance ratio on the market. cant find any reviews on it aynwhere.

[@Whiti_G]

Hi shane looking to place an order with you, i have a 9ft x 11ft space, im not planning on running co2, what leds lights would you recomend for my space

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi. I think 6 x ARAY 4X4 would suit your space perfectly and allow room to get around between the lights (just)

[@HiWattUGrowing420]

Always great content I am looking for the best light for a 27x27 what’s your suggestion Shane

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi, 27ft x 27ft = 729 ft. You need about 30 watts per square ft. That's 30 x 729 = 21Kw or 29 x 750W ARAY 5X5. That's a bulk order for us so message me @ [e-mail] for a discount offer, thanks, Shane

[@413TomaccoRoad]

Feet , Inches, or Centimeters?

[@scottyoung7852]

Just bought the white rose 4000w LED off Amazon & then this pops up..... Knew I should of checked in with migro first let's hope this white rose was worth it!!!

[@thereal1006]

Cheap Chinese light should of bought something better than this it's got poor reviews

[@thereal1006]

It's 240w not the 4000w it claims

[@zc9027]

Gml Tarantula Vulcan Magma is 760 watt according Gml website but in your test only 707 watt. Can you explain please?

[@thombaz]

I noticed something very interesting. I was mesuring PAR levels of differnet lights, with two differentAPP and all worked out well. I have an LED flloodlight and with both app, showed (unreal) very low PAR level, but the interesting thing is that the closer I put my meter to the floodlight the smaller the PAR level get. Why is that happenenig, does anyone know what the limitation we see here with mobile APPS? Does it happened with anyon else?

[@u.ksoldier4202]

What is the best led that will compare with my hps lumatek digital ballast 😮

[@regularSenseAppeal]

How do you calculate avg PAR? You said you calculated running cost @ 800 µmols/(5x5)/sec. However the numbers shown for PAR vary wildly from that. Are the shown values measurements of the lights running @ 100%? Did you simply extrapolate from the measurements @100% to reach the running costs? That would be somewhat misleading as some lights will run @ 100% to reach avg. of 800 while others would have to be dialled down a to more efficient ranges. Wouldn't it be more illustrative to show the intensity grid when they actually reach 800µmols and the wattage used? I realise that making all those measurements would be exhausting but you don't get a true representation of hotspots nor running costs when the intensities vary that much.

[@johnboy8594]

cheers

[@sco68dsl]

what leds would you use for a 5 x 9

[@slayfocused]

In conclusion which would you recommend for best actual light? I'm leaning towards the grow science one.

[@Keif_Stoned]

I can't find anywhere to buy one unless you are buying many of them. Did you find one?

[@user-km3vr3np7c]

Just got the 4x4 aray. Which orientation do you have the bars when looking at the test data? Horizontal or vertical? ( = or II )

[@MIGROLIGHT]

MIGRO badge to the front.

[@PierreCurie-yz4uh]

What do you think about Dimlux Led's? We would really appreciate a test of this brand... Best Channel for Led reviews 👏

[@eatttherich4653]

Thank you for all you do. Why dont you review Kind leds? Are they not worth talking about?

[@jannikasalo344]

can u test the New lumatek zeus 600 3.1 is the average par they listed real ?

[@TheMagnificentPuertoRican]

The tarantula is even more efficient if you dim slightly or hang higher. It is truly the best. 6x6 tent minimum

[@SpacedOutCluez]

I use in 4x4 wrong

[@Mainley-Free]

These are by far, the most honest reviews on KZbin. Thank you Shane! A welcomed change from the shameless people that just promote their own products, despite their shortcomings. Shane is a solid guy that makes a solid product. Thank you sir.

[@jannikasalo344]

can u test the thinkgrow model h plus pls i want to know if the par map they got is real ?

[@cumblowus614]

Been considering going from my photo bio m x too one of your lights With your light, would you need co 2 as well? Can you do another video showing your five by five light

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi, If you're running the ARAY 5x5 in a 4ft x 4ft space we advise using supplemental co2, if running it in a 5ft x 5ft space supplemental co2 is not required.

[@cumblowus614]

Thanks your the man super educated. Does his homework . But even in a four by four or five by five c 02 is always going to help , right

[@tombeierle25]

What about the medic grows? They’re by far the best value on the market

[@JC76196]

What about optic led lights ? Are they not good enough to make your list ?

[@MIGROLIGHT]

they have never sent me one for test

[@HospitalOnTop-xz9uk]

Anyone knows whats the best LED for a 4x4 right now available in EU? I got sanlight evo+ but looking for something new.

[@darXound]

Is the prowgrow 1800 available in the UK?

[@metatron6066]

Shit soectrum and not the best efficency. Dont do it 😂

[@christittle1131]

Would love see you test optic led new 320 4x2 light with 3 controls to adjust light zones it uses all Samsung LEDs whites red and blue and I’ve-ir. Uses 5 LEDs per watt.

[@user-hb5zu3yl3c]

Has anyone checked the math on his total cost to own for 3 years? Unless I’m not doing it right his totals are incorrect😮😅…. Hopefully I’m wrong

[@drgr33nUK]

One thing I've noticed is that many of the bar style lights have terrible coverage compared to the others.

[@Green_Genius]

What was the reasoning behind 800umol? What measurement device was used and was it calibrated each time?

[@MIGROLIGHT]

800umol average is a middle number or average PAR I use for comparison purposes. It equates to 35 Mols per day which is a good performance level. Various PAR meters used from apogee and Innoquest. They only require calibration every 12 months but I get new ones sent to me free so I just change up.

[@Green_Genius]

@@MIGROLIGHT why would you use different uncalibrated meters in a scientific test? The aim is to reduce variables, not add new ones. It is if you are being genuine that is.

[@Garage_Grower]

Need to test grandmaster Borg

[@FreshOutofSeouL]

what happened to the medic grow series? are they no longer a reputable company?

[@MIGROLIGHT]

They are in our 4x4 test video, link here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4W9p3mmgcutl9ksi=5hsOlL46KGp7CPiV

[@lloydhull2012]

hi Shane, brilliant reviews! just wondering where the 600w Omega infinity pro 3.0 is

[@MIGROLIGHT]

They have not sent one for testing so its not on the list, sorry.

[@jblaylock023]

how id the EVO8 by AC not make the list at all..

[@nypal99]

Best regards. Thanks for your information. Any thoughts on using a combination of LED light s pectrum with a 450 Watt Metal Halide for Veg. Then HPS for Bloom.? Transformer has dimmer capacity. Or would you think a full out LED set up would bring better results? Once again best regards and appreciate your thoughts on this combination? Grow Space being 2mx2m

[@thomasbyrd6460]

I've never seen you review Kind LED. Any certain reason?

[@MIGROLIGHT]

no reason other than they have never sent me one.

[@metatron6066]

Total trashhhhh

[@thomasbyrd6460]

@@metatron6066 I'm not sure about the older models, but my Kind X750 is a beast. Not a fair comparison to make, but it outperforms my other lights. Mars FC-6500, AC Infinity S44, Viparspectra XS-4000.

[@tthtonekid]

Wait i thought the aray 5x5' had a system efficiency of 2.7? Did i make that up? This was my deciding factor between some other mfgs... oh im dumb, useable vs system...

[@MIGROLIGHT]

You got it :)

[@Zardnokalicious]

I just upgraded my two SP3000 to one of the new AC Infinity IonFrame Evo8 lights. Most expensive grow equipment I have ever purchased, hopefully it pays off!

[@MichaelSmith-ts9oi]

Bout to do the same.

[@jptatts404]

Save up a little more and get a HLG Scorpion diablo V2 or a Grand Master Led

[@niceguysanders2800]

@@jptatts404whats the point?

[@jptatts404]

Actually getting a light that does what it says..... The Ac Infinity lights underperform to say the least. Plus they literally only have a 1 year warranty. This same channel has videos showing this sir.... Your grow, your money. Do as you please. But the information is there

[@HankHill-nc5lu]

I would not get the ac infinity light I’m looking to upgrade from my ac infinity

[@Joey-vw1id]

Great video! Those lights were nice unfortunately out of the price range I have currently. I'm curious to know if you know of any budget grow lights that have good specs but won't break your wallet? If you can let me know I'd appreciate it! Have a wonderful day my friend 💚🌿💯

[@MIGROLIGHT]

The lowest price on this list is as low as you can pay to cover a 5x5. If you pay less you are getting junk

[@ChildsRoberts-pr3tg]

Why do you not rate nukeheads gamma lights????? I've used 23 different lights and nothing yet has outdone Nukeheads light diodes, as lights are extremely expensive and built with a few years maximum but nukeheads have worked to date 4years and still going with 2 in that time 2 diodes went bad but parr is over 1000 in 5x5 can you test them for us to all see?????

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi, ask them to send me one for test. I've never heard of them

[@JK-qu5nf]

Since the Pro grow 1800 is pretty much extinct the Volt Fl-1 seems to be the king of Budget lights.. To finish that high up on the list at only $449 is insane

[@Aznag1980]

Im with you More for less Thats a great product at a good price. Quality price relation This people not smar paying more than 1000 I get same Samsung diodes with good driver for a fractiom But i guess Manual IA only for smarts or a little research

[@JK-qu5nf]

@Migro you have the Volt Fl-1 at 625 watt? It's a 720 watt light and mine pulls 734 from the wall..

[@user-vb6kk3vy2g]

Mammoth mint 680w is $699 not $799 - the 880w is $849. , for the price they blow the others away and some of the cheapest to buy with some of the highest build quality , why get marrs or spider or ac when mammoth is same price or cheaper

[@knowyuhgrow420]

Save money with spider Farmer get the same spread as some of these light that double the price 🤔

[@concreter6832]

Wait until U need customer service,U will then see why they are cheap,I am on my 3rd driver in 12 months, when I bought the lights I thought they had meanwell driver but they decided to replace with a shit 1.

[@Double_J_Nugz]

Do you think the HLG diablo x is to much for a 5x5 grow tent?

[@MIGROLIGHT]

It's perfect for a 5x5

[@Double_J_Nugz]

@MIGROLIGHT Which would you recommend for the best light for a 5x5 besides the Photontek? Photontek is way to much money.

[@grandmasterlevel]

​@@Double_J_Nugzthe scorpion diablo has 1 680 watt driver, the diablo x has 3288 diodes and the main diablo has 3998 diodes. Both with no far red. The Borg Evolution has 2 680 watt inventronics drivers , a 200 watt inventronics and a 100 watt inventronics driver. 5600 diodes , 10 bar. 60 preset spectrums and 27 custom presets on our controller. It can do hundreds of spectrums and Adapt to any companies spectrums and the first light that can even do DE HPS SPECTRUM. SPECTRUM RANGE 1800K TO 9000K. FOR 1300 USD. THE BEST VALUE IN A LIGHT EVER. Or you can pay 1299 usd for a single channel light one driver ip20...............

[@MIGROLIGHT]

@@Double_J_Nugz Our own ARAY 5X5 of course! 😊link here: migrolight.com/collections/aray/products/aray-5x5

[@metatron6066]

Not waterproof or resistant at allll. I wouldn't

[@manilove2pwn]

them HLG are garbage at dispersion

[@timpage5021]

Run as fast as you can away from that Mars hydro App. It’s like a drunk toddler put the software together .

[@MIGROLIGHT]

🤣

[@jongggrowss4202]

16 cents a kilowatt not in the northeast more like 25 cents. I have the aray 8 but I split it up in two 4x2 tents and it’s rocking it yup

[@Bassin253]

Kind LED didn't make the list?

[@HighGradeTexan]

Just what I was thinking

[@RedPillGrower]

✌️😎🔥🔥🔥

[@Ihem777]

700 like ✔️🇫🇮

[@TheMusicHeals.kjhjhhg]

We are not even 8 weeks into 2024 and we have a best list for 2024?

[@sanssin344]

its not the best of 2024, its the best you can buy right now in 2024

[@markward7378]

Do u take in to account, that say the spider farmer and others has a lot higher par rating at 16 to 18 inch of over 1000 etc par at that height , compared to say the migro which has hanging height of 12 inch and it’s only achieving 800 ish par, with the other fixtures u could lower the power output 60 percent and lower to 12 inch which would in theory achieve a better power usage surely or am I missing, by the way I’m not bashing the migro I own one a 4x4 version

[@markward7378]

Be nice to hang say the spider farmer or others at 12 inch and at lower power setting at say 60 percent and see what the par coverage would be ?

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi, Both Spider Farmers are higher wattage hence the higher average PAR and sometimes higher hanging height. There's no pint in running a grow light at less than their designed wattages. They would run a little more efficient but its a waste of their capability.

[@sanssin344]

i like hanging higher with a higher wattage for a better spread too

[@itchyasian4592]

Is the Migro Array made in China?

[@Aznag1980]

99.999% do

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi, yes it is. We used to make in Europe but it is not possible to compete on price. We are with the same factory now for over 5 years and the quality is great.

[@TOMUK420]

Managed to get a lumatek 600 for 480 brand new in the box not even used it yet so cant say how good it is there is good deals out there to be had

[@doveseye.4666]

Don’t care what you all say, the sexiest light in a 5x5 is the Migro 600 hands down!

[@knowyuhgrow420]

Look out spider Farmer going to shocked the world and some people going to start crying