ReptiGlow VS Zoomed UVA/B Bulb

[CBPanther]

Is there a HUGE difference between the two bulbs? Other than the price list, I do not think there is much of a difference. Has anyone had any bad experiences with the Exo-Terra Reptiglow 5.0, as far as you chameleons not wanting to open his/her eyes? I am sure the ExoTerra is fine, even though everyone (Including myself ) use the Zoomed bulb. Just want to hear everyones feedback about the bulb. Thanks ladies and gentlemen

 

[carol5208]

Someone had conducted a test that proved the Reptisun put out more UV rays than the Reptiglo. Let me see if I can find the link!

 

[carol5208]

Here it is http://www.martinsreptiles.co.uk/ukchams/intro_uvlighting_tests.pdf
This is just one test of course, but hey you cannot argue with the facts! One other thing, the these bulbs do not provide UVA as you stated, just UVB.

 

[suzi]

I use reptiglo on some of my cages, I have no problems with them. I have heard that the UVB output lasts longer with the reptisun. With reptiglo you need to change the bulbs every 6 months the reptisun can last for like 8 months. Of coarse the best would be to get a UVB meter so you don't throw out bulbs that are still producing adequate UVB ( I want one so bad!)

 

[CBPanther]

Very good research, thanks for the link Carol!

 

[SonTigerPantherCham]

Good morning Suzi, light your reptiles has uv meters on sale thru june!