Spider Farmer SF2000
#5 in Under 300 WFull review
A quiet single panel for a 2x4 ft tent or a seedling shelf. Choose it for its simple build; a bar light gives more light for the money.
Amazon $159.99 Spider Farmer $155.99$155.99
The Spider Farmer SF2000 is the better LED grow light overall, rated 4.3 to 4.0. The Spider Farmer SF2000 leads on efficacy. The Mars Hydro TS1000 costs $70.50 less ($85.49 vs $155.99).
Mars Hydro TS1000
#8 in Under 300 WFull review
A cheap, simple panel for a 2x2 ft tent. Good for a first grow, though a bar light of the same wattage gives noticeably more light.
Amazon $85.49$85.49
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 Spider Farmer SF2000 for efficacy (2.7 µmol/J vs 2.3 µmol/J).
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 | Spider Farmer SF2000 | Mars Hydro TS1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 79 $0.28 per µmol/s ($155.99, 553.9 µmol/s) | 86 $0.25 per µmol/s ($85.49, 343 µmol/s) |
| Efficacy 30% | 70 2.7 µmol/J | 30 2.3 µmol/J |
| Features 15% | 70 dimmable, controller or app | 70 dimmable, controller or app |
| Warranty 25% | 100 5-year warranty | 100 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| Spider Farmer SF2000 | Mars Hydro TS1000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Light | ||
| Power draw | 200 W | 150 W |
| PPF | 553.9 µmol/s | 343 µmol/s |
| Efficacy | 2.7 µmol/J | 2.3 µmol/J |
| Coverage | 2x4 ft | 2x2 ft |
| Spectrum | 660-665 nm red, 730-740 nm IR, 2800-3000K and 4800-5000K white | 660-665 nm red, 730-740 nm IR, 3000-3200K and 6000-6500K white |
| Build | ||
| Form | Panel | Panel |
| Dimmable | Yes | Yes |
| Controller or app | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 6.8 lb | - |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |