{"product_id":"hydros-start","title":"HYDROS Start","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 8px;font-size:1.3em;font-weight:700;line-height:1.3;\"\u003eA Great Start in Aquatic Monitoring and Control\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HYDROS Start is the perfect first aquarium controller, expertly designed to combine a variety of essential features into a single, user-friendly device. This all-in-one solution lets you effortlessly manage a wide range of aquarium functions, making it an ideal choice for both beginners and experienced aquarists alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is easy to use and features key functions such as temperature monitoring and power control for up to four devices. You can expand its capabilities with optional accessories that detect leaks, monitor water levels, and manage 12V HYDROS equipment. It works with the HYDROS App for simple system management and fits a variety of setups, including saltwater tanks, freshwater tanks, and ponds. Use it on its own or as part of a larger HYDROS system as your needs grow. Browse our full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/automation-controllers\" style=\"color:#2c6ecb;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eaquarium controllers and automation\u003c\/a\u003e selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll HYDROS controllers are meticulously engineered, assembled, and supported in the USA.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour 120V AC outlets\u003c\/strong\u003e to power and control equipment like return pumps, heaters, protein skimmers, and lights.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in temperature monitoring\u003c\/strong\u003e using the included temperature sensor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour Sense Ports\u003c\/strong\u003e for optional HYDROS sensors (water level, leak detection, TDS, salinity, and more).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo 12V Drive Ports\u003c\/strong\u003e (1.5A each, 3A total) to run small 12V HYDROS devices such as dosing pumps and feeders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocal WiFi control\u003c\/strong\u003e with no internet connection required, plus optional remote access through the HYDROS Cloud.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommand Bus\u003c\/strong\u003e connectivity so you can expand into a larger HYDROS system over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManaged through the free HYDROS App for iOS and Android.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:8px 0;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f4f4f4;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;text-align:left;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;text-align:left;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eAC outlets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e4 x 120V AC, individually controlled\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eSense Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e4 (for optional HYDROS sensors)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eDrive Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e2 x 12V (1.5A each, 3A total)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eIncluded sensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eTemperature sensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eLocal WiFi (no internet needed) plus optional HYDROS Cloud\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eExpansion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eCommand Bus for additional HYDROS devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eApp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eHYDROS App (iOS \/ Android)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eEngineered, assembled, and supported in the USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHYDROS Start controller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature sensor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eComplete Your HYDROS System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/hydros-wifi-power-strip-4-outlet-aquarium-controller\" style=\"color:#2c6ecb;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eHYDROS WiFi Power Strip (4-Outlet)\u003c\/a\u003e for more controllable outlets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/hydros-control-xp8-energy-bar\" style=\"color:#2c6ecb;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eHYDROS Control XP8 Energy Bar\u003c\/a\u003e, an 8-outlet smart power bar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/hydros-dual-inline-tds-sensor\" style=\"color:#2c6ecb;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eHYDROS Dual Inline TDS Sensor\u003c\/a\u003e to monitor RO\/DI water quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/coralvue-hydros-salinity-probe-kit\" style=\"color:#2c6ecb;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eHYDROS Salinity Probe Kit\u003c\/a\u003e to track salinity on marine tanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/hydros-triple-optical-water-level-sensor\" style=\"color:#2c6ecb;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eHYDROS Triple Optical Water Level Sensor\u003c\/a\u003e for auto top-off and level alerts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/hydros-drive-port-automatic-fish-feeder\" style=\"color:#2c6ecb;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eHYDROS Drive Port Automatic Fish Feeder\u003c\/a\u003e for scheduled feedings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need an internet connection?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The HYDROS Start runs on your local WiFi without internet. A connection is only needed if you want remote access through the HYDROS Cloud.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it on a freshwater tank?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The Start works on saltwater tanks, freshwater tanks, and ponds. It monitors temperature and controls power for any setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many devices can it control?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFour 120V devices through its AC outlets, plus two small 12V devices through its Drive Ports. Add a HYDROS WiFi Power Strip or Control XP8 for more outlets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it include sensors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt includes a temperature sensor. Additional sensors for water level, leak detection, TDS, salinity, and more plug into the four Sense Ports and are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hydros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48307045335259,"sku":"HDRS-START","price":346.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/image_5d119c3c-cba6-4e8f-9f92-b1037019bcfe.jpg?v=1772219277","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/hydros-start","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}