Mars Hydro FC-E3000
#1 in 300 W and upFull review
A good value, water resistant bar light for a 3x3 ft tent of fruiting vegetables.
Amazon $169.99$169.99
4.6/5
A water resistant bar light for a 4x4 ft tent of tomatoes, peppers or cucumbers, at a lower price than most lights its size.
- 480 WPower draw
- 1,344 µmol/sPPF
- 2.8 µmol/JEfficacy
- 4x4 ftCoverage
Check price at Amazon$289.99
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Lights a full 4x4 ft tent of fruiting plants
- IP65 rated for humid grow spaces
- Good light per dollar for its size
Cons
- At about 16 lb it needs a sturdy tent frame
- The maker store had it only on pre-order when checked
The Mars Hydro FC-E Series family
Every Mars Hydro FC-E Series model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own power.
| Model | Power draw | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mars Hydro FC-E1500 | 150 W | 4.5/5 | $105.99 |
| Mars Hydro FC-E3000 | 300 W | 4.6/5 | $169.99 |
| Mars Hydro FC-E4800 (this one) | 480 W | 4.6/5 | $289.99 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 4 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its power. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | FC-E4800 |
|---|---|
| Light | |
| Power draw | 480 W |
| PPF | 1,344 µmol/s |
| Efficacy | 2.8 µmol/J |
| Coverage | 4x4 ft |
| Spectrum | 660-665 nm red, 2800-3000K and 4800-5000K white |
| Build | |
| Form | Multi-bar |
| Dimmable | Yes |
| Controller or app | Yes |
| Water rating | IP65 |
| Weight | 16.1 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years |
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Spider Farmer G4500
#3 in 300 W and upFull review
A good value bar light for a 2x4 ft tent of vegetables, with app control and far red included.
Amazon $189.99$189.99
Spider Farmer G5000
#4 in 300 W and upFull review
A strong value bar light for a 3x3 to 4x4 ft tent of fruiting vegetables, with the same published output as the pricier SE5000.
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