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Why Collector

ReefMind Collector gives Pro the live tank context it needs.

The Collector Box reads your Neptune Apex locally over your network, and turns controller signals, camera snapshots, and dosing context into 15-minute real-time data for ReefMind.

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Pro is $14.99/mo, billed annually. Collector included with Pro. $179.88/year.
Every 15 minutesFresh Apex-backed monitoring instead of waiting for manual logging.
Local contextNo port forwarding, no static IP, and no router changes.
More signalParameters, cameras, dosing, and equipment context in one reef timeline.
ReefMind dashboard preview with reef monitoring cards
15-minuteCollector-backed parameter refresh Pro contextCameras, dosing, history, and livestock tracking
What Pro unlocks

What does Pro give me?

Pro is more than subscription prepayment. Annual Pro includes the Collector Box value and unlocks the hardware-backed context, video awareness, dosing intelligence, and deeper history that make ReefMind useful before a problem is obvious.

Collector Box

Hardware-backed tank context and fresher monitoring. The included Collector Box reads your controller locally so ReefMind sees what changed, every 15 minutes, without waiting for a manual update.

Cameras & video intelligence

Practical awareness and earlier problem detection. Camera snapshots and video intelligence help ReefMind notice visual changes in fish, coral, livestock, equipment, and sump behavior.

Dosing intelligence

Concrete reefkeeping confidence. Dosing intelligence and deeper history connect pump activity, chemistry drift, and maintenance patterns so decisions have context.

Annual Pro value

Annual Pro includes Collector — a $100 value. The Collector is part of the Pro value, not just a subscription prepayment, with up to 5 tanks and 2-year history included.

Everything in Plus is included. Pro adds the hardware, the vision, the dosing context, and the long memory that turn monitoring into prevention.

Compare Standard/Plus/Pro

Choose the package that matches your reef.

Standard organizes one tank. Plus adds multi-tank analysis and advanced reporting. Pro adds the included Collector, cameras/video intelligence, dosing intelligence, sump maintenance, visual livestock tracking, and the longest history.

Every plan includes Captain Chris. Standard refreshes insights daily and on demand; Plus speeds up and prioritizes your active tank; Pro runs on 15-minute Collector data with priority proactive insights. Each tier keeps everything below it — upgrading only adds capability, never removes a safety alert.

FeatureStandardPlusPro
Monthly price$4.99/mo$9.99/mo$14.99/mo billed annually
Trial & commitmentMonthly, cancel anytimeCancel anytime, no default trialBilled annually ($179.88/year)
Tanks1 tank3 tanksUp to 5 tanks
Logging & history3 months history6 months history2-year history (2 years)
Parameter refreshEvery 4 hoursEvery 2 hoursEvery 15 minutes
Local growth tracking✓✓✓
Equipment profile✓✓✓
Captain Chris reportsBasicAdvancedAdvanced
Captain Chris insight freshnessDaily and on demandFaster, active-tank priorityPriority, Collector-backed (15-min data)
ICP upload & interpretation—✓✓
In-depth analytics—✓✓
Living Room View—✓✓
Cameras/video intelligence——✓
Dosing intelligence——✓
Sump maintenance——✓
Visual fish/coral/livestock tracking——✓
ReefMind Collector——Included Collector
Customer packages

Standard

$4.99
/month
  • 1 tank
  • 3 months logging and history
  • Parameter refresh every 4 hours
  • Captain Chris Basic reports
  • Captain Chris Basic — insights refreshed daily and on demand
  • Essential smart alerts and basic trends
  • Coral Growth Tracking
  • Curated Trusted Learning Sources
  • Equipment Profile Tracking
Start Standard

Plus

$9.99
/month · cancel anytime
  • Everything in Standard
  • Up to 3 tanks
  • 6 months data and history
  • Parameter updates every 2 hours
  • Cancel anytime / no default trial
  • ICP upload and interpretation
  • In-depth analytics and priority weekly report
  • Captain Chris Advanced Report
  • Faster, active-tank Captain Chris refresh with What Changed summaries
  • Living Room View for TV display
Choose Plus
Founding members with an existing Collector

Founding Member Monthly

$9.99
/month · for founding members who already have a Collector
  • Founding members only
  • For existing Collector owners — no new hardware checkout
  • Pro-level ReefMind subscription
  • Recurring monthly billing through Stripe
  • Cancel or manage in Stripe Billing Portal
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What arrives and setup

A small box, a simple setup, fresher monitoring.

The Collector Box is built for the reef cabinet: plug it in, connect it to WiFi, enter the activation code, and ReefMind starts receiving Collector-backed context.

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ReefMind Collector BoxIncluded Collector hardware for annual Pro.
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Micro USB power cableSimple 5V/1A power.
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Quick start guideClear local setup and activation steps.
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Pro contextEvery 15 minutes with cameras and dosing workflows.
1

Plug it in

Connect the Collector to power with the included Micro USB cable. The status light confirms the box is ready.

2

Connect WiFi

On your phone, join the open ReefMind-Setup network (no password). The setup page opens automatically — or visit http://192.168.99.1.

3

Activate Pro

Get your activation code in ReefMind under Settings → My Tanks → your tank → Add Collector, enter it with your home WiFi, and tap Connect.

Step-by-step setup

  1. Power on the Collector with the included Micro USB cable and wait for the status light.
  2. On your phone, open WiFi settings and join the open network ReefMind-Setup — there's no password.
  3. The setup page opens automatically. If it doesn't, open a browser to http://192.168.99.1.
  4. In ReefMind, go to Settings → My Tanks, choose your tank, and tap Add Collector to get your activation code.
  5. Back on the setup page, enter your home WiFi name (SSID), your WiFi password, and the activation code.
  6. Tap Connect.
  7. Return to the ReefMind Settings page, under My Tanks → Collector, and you'll see your active Collector.

Using the optional Ethernet adapter? Plug it into your router instead — the Collector connects automatically and you can skip the WiFi setup steps above.

If your WiFi password isn't accepted, the ReefMind-Setup network reappears — rejoin it and run through setup again.

Need a hand? Join our Discord community: discord.gg/Mz6AMz9ZKa

Size2.6" × 1.2" × 0.5"
PowerMicro USB, 5V/1A
WiFi2.4 GHz radio
CompatibilityNeptune Apex (all)
Data intervalEvery 15 minutes
CamerasTapo · Reolink · RTSP
NetworkOutbound only
SetupAbout 30 seconds

Ready for Collector-backed Pro?

Pro is $14.99/mo billed annually ($179.88/year), includes the Collector, and unlocks cameras/video intelligence, dosing intelligence, sump maintenance, visual fish/coral/livestock tracking, up to 5 tanks, and 2-year history.

Choose Pro Annual
FAQ

Collector questions

A few practical details before checkout.

Do I need to open ports on my router? ▼
No. The Collector communicates outbound only. No port forwarding, no firewall changes.
What if my WiFi goes down? ▼
The Collector reconnects automatically. If it cannot connect for an extended period, it returns to setup mode so you can reconnect it.
Can I use it with multiple tanks? ▼
Yes. Pro supports up to 5 tanks, and one Collector can monitor multiple Apex units on the same local network.
Does it work with the Apex EL? ▼
Yes. The Collector works with Neptune Apex systems that are reachable on your local network.
How does Pro billing work? ▼
Pro is shown as $14.99/mo and billed annually at $179.88/year. The Collector is included with annual Pro, and Stripe Checkout shows the annual total before you confirm.
Can I cancel Pro? ▼
Yes. Your data stays available according to the plan you keep. Re-subscribe later and ReefMind continues from your account history.
What about my cameras? ▼
The Collector can capture snapshots from supported IP and RTSP cameras on your network, including Tapo and Reolink cameras you add in Settings.