Mars Hydro FC-E4800
#2 in 300 W and upFull review
A water resistant bar light for a 4x4 ft tent of tomatoes, peppers or cucumbers, at a lower price than most lights its size.
Amazon $289.99$289.99
4.5/5
A strong value bar light for a 3x3 to 4x4 ft tent of fruiting vegetables, with the same published output as the pricier SE5000.
- 480 WPower draw
- 1,420 µmol/sPPF
- 2.9 µmol/JEfficacy
- 3x3 ftCoverage
Check price at Amazon$299.99
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Lights a 4x4 ft tent for less than the SE5000 with the same published output
- App scheduling and dimming are built in
- Bars spread light evenly across the canopy
- High efficiency keeps running costs down
Cons
- At over 14 lb it needs a solid hanging point
- Amazon copy gives a lower efficacy (2.8) than the maker page
The Spider Farmer G Series family
Every Spider Farmer G Series model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own power.
| Model | Power draw | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spider Farmer G1500 | 150 W | 4.5/5 | $109.99 |
| Spider Farmer G4500 | 320 W | 4.5/5 | $189.99 |
| Spider Farmer G5000 (this one) | 480 W | 4.5/5 | $299.99 |
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 | G5000 |
|---|---|
| Light | |
| Power draw | 480 W |
| PPF | 1,420 µmol/s |
| Efficacy | 2.9 µmol/J |
| Coverage | 3x3 ft |
| Spectrum | 650-665 nm red, 2800-3000K and 4800-5000K white |
| Build | |
| Form | Multi-bar |
| Dimmable | Yes |
| Controller or app | Yes |
| Weight | 14.6 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years |
Alternatives in this power
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 SE5000
#5 in 300 W and upFull review
A high efficiency bar light for a 3x3 to 4x4 ft tent of tomatoes, peppers or cucumbers. Worth it if electricity costs matter to you.
Amazon $339.99$339.99
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