My tank water feels warm when i put my hand in, i run my tanks around 25C (75F), anything over that is really only needed for discus.

Strip thermometers are ok, as stated not 100% accurate, but tare pretty good. Most put them in the wrong position in the tank. They need to be placed near the bottom of the tank and away from the heater. I have a few tanks with strip ones, had no probs.

I did (note the did) have the 'real' type, but the suction cups eventually give way and they then become a problem, usually ending with them breaking and you then having to toss and substrate due to the fine glass in it.

I now have a thermometer that does not stay in any of the tanks, i check the tanks during maintenance, or if i think there is a problem, then put it away *L*

What sort of fish are you getting?

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