No one said that reef aquarium keeping is a cheap addiction (hey, at least it’s a healthy one!). The hobby is rife with stories of reefkeepers playing shell games to keep their spouses unaware of their aquarium expenditures… of reefkeepers eating raman so their fish can eat fresh seafood… of reefkeepers taking up a second job as coral farmers in order to “pay for their habit…”
We all get it. Most of us have been there. And, it’s something we all readily acknowledge as a community–hell, compulsive buying has become such a deeply ingrained part of this pastime that it’s become ready fodder for umpteen wise-cracking memes. But that is emphatically not what this article is about.
Bells, whistles and side cabinet entry
By now, most serious marine aquarists have heard of the advanced reef aquarium systems introduced by Australian glass aquarium manufacturer Cade. Cade USA has recently partnered with AlgaeBarn LLC to bring Cade’s well-made and cost-effective tanks, as well as its top-notch customer support, to American hobbyists. What’s more, AlgaeBarn has made the Cade aquarium experience more financially accessible to the average consumer through affordable affirm financing.
Yes, Cades are not “cheap.” They are expertly engineered and fabricated with the highest quality materials. They are truly complete (as in, built-in power management setups with external switches) and include far more than the typical aquarium “combo.” And compared to other so-called all-in-one systems, Cades run on the larger side (70 to 221.4 gallons total capacity). Take a closer look and you’ll see that the manifest value of a Cade tank is much greater than its sticker price. With financing, obtaining one is entirely feasible.
That being said, like any larger, smartly styled, high-quality aquarium system (specially purchased as complete), these tanks can put a dent in your statement balance. For most aquarists, under normal circumstances, the only option to buy a system such as this would be by old-fashioned saving. But it doesn’t have to be that way. And that’s why AlgaeBarn has introduced an attractive financing plan for your new Cade.
Yup, payment options on Cade products at AlgaeBarn are provided through Affirm by these lending partners: affirm.com/lenders (options depend on your purchase amount, and a down payment may be required). And check this out… Affirm APR is only 10-30% or even 0% APR based on credit rating (subject to a fast eligibility check).
It is of course gratifying to get the things we want when we want them. Certainly no exception here, we’re sure. But that’s not the only point. With this option, you can now get a complete system up-and-running at its full capacity right off, giving you (and your animals) the benefit of the healthiest start possible. No more expensive additions, modifications or “upgrading” down the road!
You can get all of the core components of a cutting-edge system in a single purchase–down to the AlgaeBarn bundle items available through November. This incredibly generous bundle includes quality base rock and substrate as well as an array of chemicals and additives (only while supplies last!); see individual tank listings for Cade Black November Sale bundle details!
Oh… and just to make the deal even sweeter, you’ll get a CADE Owners VIP Membership which rewards you with special discounts forever on AlgaeBarn products, plus an Exclusive Support Line and Social Group. Seriously.
Conclusion
Veteran hobbyists might remember the excitement surrounding releases of exceptionally well-crafted aquarium systems over the last few decades. Take for example the original Oceanic Reef-Ready series. These systems were study enough to survive a quarter century to the present. And they were so damn nice that aquarists still want them. In fact, perhaps due to the nostalgia they elicit, you could say that they’ve become a sort of collector’s item.
Let us say here that we believe these Cades have already started an even bigger and more indelible legacy than any premium aquarium system made before them. That’s not market-sized hyperbole; AlgaeBarn is downright stoked about these systems and is proud to partner with Cade USA.
Aquarium systems are not just something to look at. Nor are they mere toys we use to “play” with new technologies or methodologies. They are the framework for a life support system used to maintain a diversity of delicate aquatic lifeforms. As these animals’ keepers, it is our responsibility to provide the best living conditions available. We believe that Cade manufactures the best aquaria that any money can buy. We are confident that American hobbyists will agree. That’s exactly why we are offering the greatest ever promotion on every Cade tank we offer–with financing that ensures nearly everyone can afford it.
Right, sure… “greatest sale ever.” They all say that. Maybe so. But this really is a promotion like no other. In addition to our really fab financing ops, the valuable goodies included in the Black November bundle genuinely make this promo an offer you can’t refuse. As such, it’s not an offer that AlgaeBarn, or anyone, can offer every other weekend. And that’s okay, because this is a celebration (did we mention that we’re excited about these tanks?).
We really mean it when we say that we’ll always consider our 2020 Black November CADE Owners VIP Members as ambassadors for these innovative aquaria. And we sincerely can’t wait to see what all you innovative aquarists out there can do with them!
William Leonard says
Awesome way to get started and there is flexibility in payment terms.
Rich Atkins says
Gonna be in trouble now…
Star PASSMORE says
Glad Ive got good credit
Brandon Yachna says
Same! Helps purchases like these slide past the wife! LOL
Rich Atkins says
Gonna be in trouble now…
Amir Tas says
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Jamie says
Why r you putting a sick face i would love one but cant afford it
Joshua Vaisman says
Making it easier for folks to enter the hobby the right way
Cory Randles says
I agree, this hobby can be so expensive to start and keep up with
iammorpheous2 says
soooooo true !!
Charles Folstrom says
Now to convince the wife we can afford another tank. lol
wendy.stern says
I agree!
walter_hdgs says
Yes less money out of pocket upfront
Tim Coplan says
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Luis says
Financing is great so one can avoid impactitic the cash flow, and you can’t do better than 0%
dbooker0082 says
Right
Christina Wahrmund says
Super cool.
Christina Wahrmund says
Flexible payments. How great is that!
Vinh Ly says
Not everyone have large amount of funding for a new aquarium this will give them a good opportunity to have the tank of their dream
gigi222255 says
Nice way for regular people to afford a top of the line set up.
Robert Orphan says
Awesome financing ,
Burke says
Seems like a real good way to go into reefing debt, lol
mstrait44 says
Awesome aquariums!
cronamator says
I totally agree
marybeth.jirasek says
I agree!
pmstrait says
Nice!
vbll2232 says
Great option for a great aquarium.
Kayla Lussier says
Very cool
Brent T McCloskey says
Financing makes it soooo much easier!
Mr Papu says
Nice aquarium setups!
Bill Kroll says
agreed
john-3645 says
If you have to finance a tank how are you going to be able to stock it?
Maybe get a smaller tank you can actually afford?
marybeth.jirasek says
Good advice!
marybeth.jirasek says
Good advice!
steve rivara says
Yup
Lucas Turman says
I’d be curious to see those financing terms, seems like a great way to get something amazing
Bob Trimper says
Nice
Bob Trimper says
Nice
Jennifer Reichardt says
This is great that you offer financing. This hobby is expensive, leaving many ppl out. But y’all allow everyone get involved! Thank you
Russell George says
Not a bad way to help someone afford a beautiful system.
Charles Folstrom says
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reefgenetics2020 says
Great financing
reefgenetics2020 says
Great financing
Juan Carlos Perez says
This is a good way to get people started with a dream tank.
Jennifer Lye says
Tempting but I am working on NOT being in too much debt
mterry9239 says
Cade aquariums are the best!
David Sheffield says
This could be a great option for a lot of people.
pweiss989 says
Yes a great way to get the aquarium of your dreams!!
Tanis Allan says
awesome way to get into the hobby!
bambauer.m says
Totally!
zadok jollie says
This is a great way to get a huge tank!
zadok jollie says
This is a great way to get a huge tank
Mike Kincade says
I’m praying ?
Lance says
This is a great option to get a new aquarium
joshuasims400 says
Great gift idea.
Tesia Oliver says
Awesome opportunity for financing!
Josh says
Nice to know
s_coffman says
This is a nice option.
Aaron Gilka says
Making payments is awesome for those who can’t shell out at once in this expensive hobby…
Keaton Smith says
Sounds like a good idea!
Kevin Johnson says
Great option for those who may want to get a new tank
Rebecca Whitley says
I love the financing idea! I hope it stays around for awhile. And re: the person asking how you can afford to stock? Sometimes stocking isnt a problem, i have over 100# of dry rock but my Aquariums have all cracked and have issues. Slowly adding livestock is usually recommended anyway, so 2 w 1 stone imo.
diamondlawrence737 says
Nice option
lkysvnchop says
Great idea
Lisa McNinch says
Nice! Definitely a great option for a lot of people
trevorpem10 says
Haha man I could get in trouble with this, great offer.
alfieh1 says
Great option, for upgrading
andystipe says
great option!
Dallas Tippie says
Financing is a great option to give prospective buyers!!
salparmar says
That’s awesome ?
scotty8284 says
This deal opens up so many possibilities.
judyjarsko says
Hopefully I can get 0% financing!
Patrick Kenney says
Makes it easier to get my dream tank!
Marco says
Good to have if needed.
Natalie Neace says
Love celebrating tank innovation!!
Leo minegishi says
This is a good option if you need it, and you know you can afford it.
mattporpora says
Might have to consider it with the financing options!
Matt Hollis says
Financing is good, but unless I had 0% for a set time, I wouldn’t do it because interest adds up wayy to fast.
Matt Hollis says
Financing is always a great option, but if you have a high interest rate you can get in trouble.
gbrag64 says
Such a great way to make everyone able to have the fish tank they want.
dcreeron says
Nice systems but personally I’d save up my money before financing.
joshuameadows989 says
It be nice if they would let u do more payments
ahaslem says
So tempting!
joshuameadows989 says
It be nice if they would let u do more payments. It be nice
joshuameadows989 says
*T be nice
joshuameadows989 says
Grate if u need it
jvazquez0390 says
Good deal
dougp says
Wish I could afford
missinglink358 says
If only… go fund me???
flanag43 says
I’ll borrow some money for an aquarium
purelakerfan says
This is awesome! Makes having a dream aquarium attainable
shelby24 says
Ahhhh I love the ability to finance! Makes it so much easier to take the leap!
Natasha Brodsky says
That is a great option.
Ted Tworek says
sweeeet!
Thomas says
Financing helps!
Dennis says
Great options to get your dream system up and running right the first time.
jasonrsimpson says
Super easy with financing. Super fast approval!
kweisen-1082 says
This could be the best option to Get A Cade Aquarium now!
Jeremy Rankin says
I am kind of against credit, but if you have to feed the reef addiction, go for it!
mlashawnbenton says
I wanna win one but if I don’t, this might be how I get the one I want by the time we buy our house.
jayfl77 says
Look to be well designed
austinlinn13 says
Seems legit
Sam Lundberg says
Expensive hobby, financing helps!
Kurt Kidder says
Awesome thanks
Anita Kennett says
Thank you
Michele Price says
Makes it a bit easier to get a quality tank
heather.palafox says
If you want quality, you’re going to have to spend the money. That being said, companies that allow you to finance truly help you achieve the tank of your dreams.
dsims369 says
This is an awesome option!
rpkneumann says
Yes, this is the right offer.
neill0027 says
Good offer
Quinn Pergande says
good post great to know. thanks!
Quinn Pergande says
good post great to know. thanks!
Quinn Pergande says
good post great to know. thanks!
Quinn Pergande says
good post great to know. thanks!
Tanner Funai says
It’s great to offer financing to allow not only people with less money to spread the cost out but with all the costs that go along with owning a reef tank its an excellent option for everyone!
arthurbc says
All I need is some money….
animeman988 says
This is a slightly expensive hobby but its totally worth it when looking at the amazing ocean life you have in your house. Seems like a trustworthy company.
mchaseiii says
They make it easy to finance
mchaseiii says
Get that tank
Thelma says
This is a very nice option for such an amazing tank!!
Bill Kroll says
great options!
JEFF says
always nice to be able to finance a major purchase.
fergusontracy438 says
Great info thank you
miamma3 says
This is such a helpful service!
l.lozaja says
Very informative
reynaldo787 says
this is the right offer. has everything.
Amanda says
That is great
Adam P says
Financing gives you flexibility knowing all the added costs of initial setup
Adam P says
Financing gives you the flexibility some may need to get started in the hobby
Adam P says
Great opinion for some flexibility for those getting started
Cody fisher says
Noooo not financing!!! I’ll never save any money =[ too many tankssss!!! ??
Michael says
Tank build and quality are definitely factors to look at when setting up a system. You will be much happier with a better built system than trying to get by on a budget.
Chris Bena says
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pumas0511 says
Awesome ?.
Jeff Zwolinski says
Never finance anything.
Joe Willis says
An aquarium is an investment. It’s great to see affordable ways to get great equipment upfront!
Michgander reefer says
Amazing
hostetterdawn says
Totally wish I could utilize this option
MikerMe says
I’ll rather pay in cash. I hate having the giant hand over my head.
dillonpitts28 says
Wish they had that when I started.
sarahreece80 says
Awesome!!!
Carl Heller says
If don’t win I’ll be doing this
Chris says
Sounds good to me!
Steve Coffman says
It’s a great option especially when your dreams are bigger than your bank account lol.
Ashley Servee says
This is amazing! Unless you’re me sitting here with a broken tank and not able to finance a new one because I screwed my credit when I was 20 and dumb. ??
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ashleysweet67 says
Great way to build credit while enjoying the hobby!
Mark says
It’s ok if you’re credit is good and can afford it
RJ Reyes says
Sweeeett
Jacob says
Done day this week be an option for me…
Brett says
Great opportunity for people who want to go now
Daniel Bucher says
Maybe once we settle into a new forever house. I’ll be looking to upgrade
Christina Phelan says
Great perk!
Kristian MadMax Theissen says
Once I buy a new house I am totally getting a cade! The financing will make it even easier.
kyron_cochran says
lower rates for excellent credit would be nice to see.
Brent T McCloskey says
Great way to get started!
Andrew Lister says
Love it
Robert Bowers says
I would never recommend financing. It is just a way to get into more debt. Save up first and then buy when you have the money.
michael thorne says
seems like they have fair and great financing available
drjoeproscia says
I wouldn’t personally finance. When it comes to tanks I always buy
Shawn Lyons says
Nice way to help with the cost
Shawn Lyons says
Nice way to help with the cost
ryan2577p says
Don’t think financing is a good thing to do! Interest is crazy!
Tian Sorg says
Uhhh ohh…financing! Game changer!!!
Joe says
Great way to help folks with their dream.
Joe says
Great way to help folks with their dream tank!
justis moreau says
very nice
Justin says
Very informative read.
justis moreau says
its helpful
Justin says
Very informational.
alan says
Great deal !
mchaseiii says
I love the financing option
Mike says
This is cool, gives a guy a reason to go bigger
galetichtrey1 says
Yes financing sounds like a good potion but, make sure you are serious about the hobby before you get into it.
Michael Liu says
Very nice to have a financing option!
KaiokenX10Devin says
Nice tank to start out in
Martin D Robinson says
It’s great that you can finance so not you can get into the hobby without putting a bunch of money up and not have a tank.
kmaves22 says
I do like the financing option available now. It does help you get that bigger tank right away.
Joshua Nelson says
awesome how you have such great products and ways for the avg consumer to acquire them!
Matthew Gary says
This is a pretty nice alternative to just buying used equipment over and over because you cannot afford it all right now, especially being able to get everything at one time in order to enjoy the hobby.
Jason Boggess says
Good option
moses.mp10 says
Awsome!!!
Soren Shurtleff says
great way to get into the hobby as long as your serious about it.
Justin Walz says
I do this type of thing periodically for items that plan to pay off. Boosts the credit and payments are much better at a low rate than large cash purchases.
jstburnt says
Great financing options
Lesa Arny Gallagher says
Great
micah.stelling says
This is coolio!
tonymininno says
Great to have a financing option available.
marybeth.jirasek says
I agree, though I pay cash for everything and would do this the old fashioned way: take the time to save.
Jasper says
What a great way to give people a good way to get an aquarium in an affordable easy way !
Jason says
Good option
stroja62 says
great opportunity for people who are afraid to drop all that money at one time. not as intimidating
cnawn says
Nice option
Mike Mijarez says
I say great price! Especially because from personal experience I’ve spent more money combined in the beginning not doing it the right way and fish loss etc. I spent alot of money and I would definitely pay the price for one of these beauts!
Jemma Hussey says
Nice to know there is flexibility in terms of paying. These aquariums are not cheap so to be able to pay only a certain amount a month instead of all at once is nice.
Justin J Okelly says
Very nice
Compy Ginorio says
This is ? cool.
matt_armstrong53 says
Great setup and you can make payments. Love this idea ?
AndrewPlays . says
Hmm
Joe Camejo says
Great way to get into the tank and size you really want. This is awesome.
Damien jaggers says
Make it easy to get one
timsterrrr says
Awesome!
Ricky O. says
Great advice for when I set up a new tank
monicaalto1 says
I always pay with cash.
jaywelle says
I’m thankful this has become a more accessible option. A higher end brand and the quality that comes with it is worth the higher end investment!
desco0316 says
Financing for a hobby seems unreasonable to me.
John Vermont says
Makes it affordable for everyone
Teri Embum says
If you’re going to buy your dream tank anyways… at least now you can break the payments up so it’s not as big of a hit at one time.
evanthetek says
So glad for this option to be able to purchase everything needed at once and make
Monthly payments ?
georgearena25 says
Glad to see you guys offer this financial option.
Claude Duprez says
Always live within your means! If it’s in your budget and you don’t piss off the wife go for it!
Josep Scalice says
I’d love to do this if I wasn’t already broke ?
Antonio Orianza Medina says
Clear water with feeder?
reefgenetics2020 says
Great financing
reefgenetics2020 says
Great way to finance your tank and purchase one
Cody Mullins says
Quality information!
Shawn L says
Great options
Tess Scuba says
Yes please!
hubbjm says
I would just buy it at once.
Arlan White says
it looks like a great deal
deefrombrooklyn says
If you can finance you can go bigger. Get that dream tank
Victoria Brewer says
Now if I could just convince my hubby that we need another aquarium ?
echurch549 says
Financing is a good option for those who may need some help with the larger purchases in this hobby.
Becky Nealis says
Financing is a great option! Thanks!
hypershrike says
Going into debt again!
tc80t says
Awesome option
a_bruha says
Interesting for sure
Christopher jeffers says
Financing for the tanks is a great way to get the hobbiest involved with their product
Robert C says
Would really love to upgrade to the 1800. Not sure I’d go thru here for the financing, but it’s nice to have the option available.
robert404 says
Great info
markkrider68 says
So this is the addict’s help line. Love it helps get people into the hobby easier.
James Reed says
It’s fantastic to have a great easy financing option!
Joseph Stmarie says
With the finance option it allows people who are in a budget to have the tank of their dreams with out putting them in debt right away.
Jorge Cabrera says
Great payment flexibility!!!!!
michael.cox.ii says
I think it’s awesome to offer financing on such a large and important portion of the tank building process. Especially for such and amazing tank design.
Justan Jenkins says
never enough money for everything id really want..
James Wohler says
Sounds like a good deal.
James Wohler says
Sounds like a good deal.
minyardjason says
if u can get 0% totally worth it
Ryan Skinner says
Cash is King! If financing is a good option to achieve your goals then great !
Jim Collins says
I’m still going to need two more extra jobs to get what I want.
motor795 says
Can’t wait, going to help just have to convince the wife
Ricks Garage says
Financing might be a future decision
michaelgtcaruso says
very nice
Christopher Monroe says
Awesome
specialname76 says
Nice to know the options.
specialname76 says
Nice to know the options.
r_nealis says
Amazing
kmeyersusmc says
This way the wife won’t notice all the money missing
sarabeth3412 says
That’s awesome to do this, however, I’ve always been the type of person that if I can’t afford it with cash I don’t buy it. Keeps me out of debt ??
Christina Wynn says
I have used affirm for other purchases. Very easy to use. No penalty for early repayment.
brad.crow84 says
Very good info here.
brad.crow84 says
Very good info here.
Grieta Kinens says
So cool financing is available!
James McGee says
Great way to get into the tank and size you really want. This is awesome.
Nathaniel vick says
0% finance! Sign this old dogfish up!
Jordn Gerardot says
Interesting option
Keith Taylor says
That’s rad!
Timminy Moore says
One less impediment on getting the tank I want without having to settle!
MATTHEW REED says
It’s a nice option to have.
Pik Ki Szeto says
My wife approved. That’s the first step of financing.
Laura Sloan says
Such beautiful tanks. Financing makes them even more tempting
TTOP says
Time for an upgrade
Kin says
Good to have this option
david.portholepub says
I mean, worst come to worst. I can always finance a new CADE… but for real, I would prefer to win one ??
Eric Micco says
Very tempting
mini_lexk says
extremely easy financing options
Conner says
I think its great that you guys offer financing but running a tank that you need to finance isn’t cheap and should be taken into consideration
toddeddie says
Financing is a terrible idea for this hobby
thehouseofhays says
If you have enough for a good tank go bigger and finance the rest.
ibropalic says
appreciate the contest
iwant2cook4u says
i understand
robert says
great deal
Oscar Saavedra says
if you really want a tank but do not have the $$$$, this is a good solution
jeremywenz says
Not sure I would finance a fish tank.. but it’s cool that hey offer it! To each their own I suppose
Brian Smith says
This easy financing is definitely going to get me in trouble. But it’s also going to get me into my dream tank sooner!
Will Humphreys says
I am seriously considering financing this, otherwise there is no way I would be able to afford one.
Joshua Tibbetts says
Hell yeah!
Kenneth Frasian says
Awesome Guys finally some real financing. Alot of us folk can’t outright buy one of these beautiful aquariums so being able to do payments on them is just too good to pass up.
Eddie Patterson says
Keeping the hobby alive
Justan Jenkins says
unfortunately im still trying to repair my credit, so while it sounds good im going to just keep my coin jar going and hope for a win, or eventually save enough. but great option for those who can do the payment plans…
gtilove86 says
Good option for those who need it!
hannah_roo41 says
After I pay my car off I’m going to start looking into financing with you guys
Anthony O'Toole says
Its great to finance the bigger tanks now.
Matt Bohl says
Big plus on binh a aquarium now
Jon says
Nice
Xiaoxi Yang says
Not sure if financing is the financially sound way to fund a hobby…
pdandy15 says
Easier to get better equipment
Billy Koch says
Great way to get into the hobby – it is an expensive hobby but a worthwhile one.
shirley devera-Caldwell says
Great opportunity to have a dream tank!
pastort.a.sherman says
Awesome
brocklehurstmatt says
I love all the ready reefs out there and this is a great deal and a good tank
angelamcummings says
great option for someone looking to get into the hobby
marshallbros59701 says
It’s great to have financing options reefing can get expensive.
nicole says
This is a great way to make products available to a larger audience.
darrenmcfarlin says
Awesome opportunity
Roberto Castro says
Good option for those of us that can’t afford one.
09arms says
Great way to finance
09arms says
awesome
nannasumpty says
IF your buying a large tank get some credit
Carly says
Love that there is a finance option!! Makes things a lot less stressful
Edward Thayer says
Definitely will help someone get thier dream tank.
Shawn says
Thank you for the financing on an awesome aquarium
erin wirfel says
algae!!
erin wirfel says
algae!
erin wirfel says
i wouldnt need financing if i won
Stephanie says
Thank goodness for a great job and credit!! ?
Richard Morris says
Nice
Rebecca Clark says
Nice
dawn.g22 says
0% with good credit is very helpful. I like to pay in full but for those who can’t this is very helpful!
straitmartin says
$
Dongyu says
Very nice!