Mars Hydro FC-E1500
#3 in Under 300 WFull review
A low cost, efficient bar light for a 2x2 ft tent of seedlings, herbs or greens.
Amazon $105.99$105.99
The Mars Hydro FC-E1500 is the better LED grow light overall, rated 4.5 to 2.8. The Mars Hydro FC-E1500 leads on efficacy, warranty and value. The Mars Hydro TS600 costs $46 less ($59.99 vs $105.99).
Mars Hydro TS600
#9 in Under 300 WFull review
A cheap starter panel for seedlings, microgreens or a few herbs. Spend a little more on a bar light for anything that fruits.
Amazon $59.99$59.99
Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Mars Hydro FC-E1500 for efficacy (2.8 µmol/J vs 2 µmol/J), warranty (5-year warranty vs 2-year warranty) and value ($0.25 per µmol/s ($105.99, 420 µmol/s) vs $0.32 per µmol/s ($59.99, 190 µmol/s)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every under 300 W LED grow light; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Mars Hydro FC-E1500 | Mars Hydro TS600 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.5/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 86 $0.25 per µmol/s ($105.99, 420 µmol/s) | 72 $0.32 per µmol/s ($59.99, 190 µmol/s) |
| Efficacy 30% | 80 2.8 µmol/J | 0 2 µmol/J |
| Features 15% | 70 dimmable, controller or app | 70 dimmable, controller or app |
| Warranty 25% | 100 5-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Mars Hydro FC-E1500 | Mars Hydro TS600 | |
|---|---|---|
| Light | ||
| Power draw | 150 W | 100 W |
| PPF | 420 µmol/s | 190 µmol/s |
| Efficacy | 2.8 µmol/J | 2 µmol/J |
| Coverage | 2.5x2.5 ft | 1.5x1.5 ft |
| Spectrum | 660-665 nm red, 2800-3000K and 4800-5000K white | 650-660 nm red, 730-735 nm IR, 3000K and 5000K white |
| Build | ||
| Form | Multi-bar | Panel |
| Dimmable | Yes | Yes |
| Controller or app | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 6.2 lb | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |