--- product_id: 574629764 title: "hygger Advanced LED Aquarium Light with Timer, 24/7 Lighting Cycle & DIY Mode, Full Spectrum Fish Tank Light for 24-30 in Planted Tank" brand: "hygger" price: "€ 164.67" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Hygger" url: https://www.desertcart.at/products/574629764-hygger-advanced-led-aquarium-light-with-timer-24-7-lighting store_origin: AT region: Austria --- # Built-in programmable timer Full spectrum RGB + 6500K white LEDs 1583 lumens brightness hygger Advanced LED Aquarium Light with Timer, 24/7 Lighting Cycle & DIY Mode, Full Spectrum Fish Tank Light for 24-30 in Planted Tank **Brand:** hygger **Price:** € 164.67 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌟 Illuminate your aquatic world like a pro — because your tank deserves the spotlight! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** hygger Advanced LED Aquarium Light with Timer, 24/7 Lighting Cycle & DIY Mode, Full Spectrum Fish Tank Light for 24-30 in Planted Tank by hygger - **How much does it cost?** € 164.67 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.at](https://www.desertcart.at/products/574629764-hygger-advanced-led-aquarium-light-with-timer-24-7-lighting) ## Best For - hygger enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted hygger brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Wide Compatibility:** Adjustable brackets fit 24-30 inch tanks, ensuring a secure and sleek installation. - • **Customizable DIY Mode:** Choose from 7 colors and 5 intensity levels to create your perfect underwater ambiance. - • **Precision Timer Control:** Set 6, 10, or 12-hour cycles with smooth ramp-up/down for energy-efficient lighting. - • **Vibrant Full Spectrum LEDs:** 113 premium LEDs deliver vivid colors that enhance fish and plant beauty. - • **Dynamic 24/7 Lighting Cycle:** Simulates natural sunrise to starry night for a thriving aquatic ecosystem. ## Overview The hygger Advanced LED Aquarium Light HG-978 offers 1583 lumens of full spectrum illumination with 113 high-quality LEDs, including 6500K white and RGB bulbs. Designed for 24-30 inch tanks, it features a built-in timer with 24/7 natural light simulation and a versatile DIY mode for customizable color and intensity settings. Its adjustable brackets ensure a stable fit, while energy-efficient operation and smooth brightness transitions create an optimal environment for both fish and plants. ## Description hygger advanced 24/7 aquarium light Review: Nearly perfect for me - hygger HG-978 Operating Instructions ("translated") I love this product. I got a smaller version for my 10G tank a year ago, and used that on my 20G"tall" tank as well. This larger one does more, and that's great! You have options. The bad news is, the instructions are somewhat difficult to understand. Like many things made in different parts of the world, sometimes the English instructions need some study to figure out what they really mean. It happens, and doesn't make it any less of a great product, IMO. So, after some study and experimentation, I was able to condense the basics of this light. There are three ways to use it. The first is to simply turn it on, select a color (it has a bunch), set the intensity level, and turn it off when you want to. Basically a "manual" light. One feature here... you can select a "Color Changing Loop" when you pick a color, and it will cycle through all the colors like one of those old Christmas tree back lights , if you remember those... Anyway... The second way to use it is to set a Timer. This light has a 6, 10, or 12 hour Timer setting. It will be "ON" for the selected amount of time from the time you set the Timer. There will be a 15-minute ramp up and ramp down in intensity at the beginning and end of the time selected. So, you select the color, the intensity, and the amount of "ON" time you want, starting NOW, and there it is. Using the light this way, I'd use a 12-hour cycle @ 75% intensity and shutting down about an hour or two after sunset, so I'd have to set the timer around 9AM this time of year to do that, and fiddle with it a few times a year to account for day length. Finally, there is a 24/7 preprogrammed setting. You have no control over the color or intensity or anything else other than figuring out the instructions! The instructions have to do with time. With this automatic setting, the goal is to have it finish at 22:30 or 10:30PM, according to the manual. Now, you only need to do this once... but what you need to do is look at the clock on the wall NOW, and select the starting point either closest to what your local time is right now, or one to "fool" the system into finishing earlier or later than 10:30. The time selections are 0800, 1000, 1200, 1500(3PM), 1800(6PM), and 2200(10PM). The idea is that if you are setting this light up and it's around noon, select the 1200 setting and it will now cycle without any further input. Off and into the night light at 10:30, and beginning the dawn routine at 8AM. That's it! I set mine at 0700 and selected the 8AM setting. The lights are running in night mode at 9:30PM rather than 10:30PM. So, you can offset or "fool" the system to shift the cycle around the clock a bit. A couple of things about this setting... It seems to never get brighter when you first set it up. VERY SLOW ramp-up and down. It actually takes an hour or so to ramp up to 100% intensity. Nice, really... but I thought it wasn't doing anything at first. And the same to ramp down. The only issue I may have with this setting is if I get too much green algae. That's my sign in my planted aquarium that there's too much light. There's no control on this setting other than time-shifting. I'd like to be able to set an upper limit on intensity. So, depending on my needs for the plants and balancing the algae issue, I may end up using the timer versus the 24/7 setting. That jury is still out. Excellent product! Now, if only someone made one exactly like this one only with a USB port and completely programmable! ::hint! hint!:: *********** After a week or so of using this light, I've settled on the timer function as my default. I set the timer to start at 9AM and go to 9PM. Because I am always up long before 9AM, the timer mode allows me to turn on the light earlier without disturbing the OFF time of 9PM. Also, before 9PM, I can step down the light so that when I turn it on at 7AM or whatever, it's pretty dim, and then I can go from there until feeding time an hour after lights on. More manual, but I'm a control freak, which I think you have to be a bit to keep fishy friends. Review: Best on the market - Much better then the Aqueon Optibright Plus 30" ## Features - 【Premium 5050 & RGB LED Bulbs 】hygger 978 Aquarium led Light features a super-bright 6500K white LEDs paired with the full-spectrum RGB LEDs to emit bright light to bring out the colors of your fish and plant. Ideal for used in fish-only tank and planted tank - 【24/7 Mode】This 24/7 fish tank light replicates the natural living conditions, starting with warm orange light at sunrise to 0bright full spectrum light at noon and starry blue light at nighttime, default light auto on at 6 AM and auto off at 22:50. Turn on/off time can be postponed or beforehand - 【DIY Mode】hygger Fish Tank Light features 3 timers (6 hours, 10 hours or 12 hours), 7 customizable lighting colors (full spectrum, red, blue, green, orange, purple and cyan) and 5 levels of intensities (10%, 25%, 50%, 75% and 100%). By using different effects and colors you can create a spectacular atmosphere that really showcases the fish and creates a beautiful addition to any room - 【Build in Timer Control】Easy to program by using switch timer. It allows you to dim or intensify the output or change light color. Sliding brackets adjust to the tank smoothly and sit steadily. Color changing loop is an extra bonus. DC powered adaptor is safe to use and energy saving - 【For 24-30 IN Tank】The 24“ freshwater aquarium light contains (56) 6500K White, (22) 450-455nm Blue, (8) 620-625nm Red, (6) 520-525nm Green, (23) RGB LED's. 1583 lumens. 6500K. This system has adjustable mounting legs which can be used in aquariums with widths between 24 and 30 inches ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B08N4W388K | | Batteries are Included | No | | Brand Name | hygger | | Bulb Base | E26 | | Bulb Shape Size | 54SMD | | Color | White,Rgb | | Colour | White,Rgb | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 483 Reviews | | Finish Types | Painted | | Finish type | Painted | | Included Components | Light kit inlcuded | | Item Type Name | Fish Tank Light | | Item Weight | 0.92 Kilograms | | Light Output Maximum | 1583 Lumens | | Light Source Special Features | 24/7 mode, customizable DIY mode, timer, low heat generation | | Light Source Type | Light Emitting Diode | | Light Source Wattage | 18 Watts | | Light source type | Light Emitting Diode | | Manufacturer | hygger | | Manufacturer Part Number | HG-978 | | Material | Aluminum | | Material Type | Aluminum | | Model Number | 978 | | Mounting Type | Bracket Mount | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Light Sources | 113 | | Power Source | Corded Electric | | Shade Material | Glass | | Shade material | Glass | | Shape | Rectangular | | Style Name | Modern | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Voltage | 20 Volts | | Wattage | 26 watts | ## Product Details - **Base material:** Wood - **Bulb base:** E26 - **Finish type:** Painted - **Item weight:** 0.92 Kilograms - **Product dimensions:** 61D x 61W x 76.2H centimeters ## Images ![hygger Advanced LED Aquarium Light with Timer, 24/7 Lighting Cycle & DIY Mode, Full Spectrum Fish Tank Light for 24-30 in Planted Tank - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71FYclz46WL.jpg) ![hygger Advanced LED Aquarium Light with Timer, 24/7 Lighting Cycle & DIY Mode, Full Spectrum Fish Tank Light for 24-30 in Planted Tank - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/816MWUw7++L.jpg) ![hygger Advanced LED Aquarium Light with Timer, 24/7 Lighting Cycle & DIY Mode, Full Spectrum Fish Tank Light for 24-30 in Planted Tank - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71ieNnoI9KL.jpg) ![hygger Advanced LED Aquarium Light with Timer, 24/7 Lighting Cycle & DIY Mode, Full Spectrum Fish Tank Light for 24-30 in Planted Tank - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71djoL4-0TL.jpg) ![hygger Advanced LED Aquarium Light with Timer, 24/7 Lighting Cycle & DIY Mode, Full Spectrum Fish Tank Light for 24-30 in Planted Tank - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81SBHwSTPxL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can you adjust the brightness level while in the 24/7 mode?** A: I want to add to the answer. A good option for led lights that are too bright and can't be adjusted is to use window tint. Believe me it works and is easy to do. **Q: when using the 24/7 mode at a certain time, will the light be left flashing or must it be pressed again to turn off?** A: The 24/7 mode is "Set once and never touch anything again", it will turn itself on at the same set time every day, do its ramp up then down cycle, turn itself off completely, Light will not flash, you need not press anything again. Then next day it repeats itself exactly. I set my 24/7 mode 3 months ago, and I have not touch it again. **Q: What is the kit for the hanging mount shown in the 7th photo? I'd really like to mount mine that way!** A: Is easy to make your own mounting parts just need plexiglass and glue. **Q: Have a 35 gal hex tank. 24 inch deep. 18 inch across. Would the 18 to 24 inch give enough light for bottom plants to grow?** A: I’m not certain. It depends on how deep the tank is and what light requirements (i.e. low light, moderate light, etc.)…. I used two lamps but got algae problems. One light is ok but only for plants with low light requirements and some moderate light requirements….. my tank is 19 inches tall. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nearly perfect for me *by P***I on 9 June 2021* hygger HG-978 Operating Instructions ("translated") I love this product. I got a smaller version for my 10G tank a year ago, and used that on my 20G"tall" tank as well. This larger one does more, and that's great! You have options. The bad news is, the instructions are somewhat difficult to understand. Like many things made in different parts of the world, sometimes the English instructions need some study to figure out what they really mean. It happens, and doesn't make it any less of a great product, IMO. So, after some study and experimentation, I was able to condense the basics of this light. There are three ways to use it. The first is to simply turn it on, select a color (it has a bunch), set the intensity level, and turn it off when you want to. Basically a "manual" light. One feature here... you can select a "Color Changing Loop" when you pick a color, and it will cycle through all the colors like one of those old Christmas tree back lights , if you remember those... Anyway... The second way to use it is to set a Timer. This light has a 6, 10, or 12 hour Timer setting. It will be "ON" for the selected amount of time from the time you set the Timer. There will be a 15-minute ramp up and ramp down in intensity at the beginning and end of the time selected. So, you select the color, the intensity, and the amount of "ON" time you want, starting NOW, and there it is. Using the light this way, I'd use a 12-hour cycle @ 75% intensity and shutting down about an hour or two after sunset, so I'd have to set the timer around 9AM this time of year to do that, and fiddle with it a few times a year to account for day length. Finally, there is a 24/7 preprogrammed setting. You have no control over the color or intensity or anything else other than figuring out the instructions! The instructions have to do with time. With this automatic setting, the goal is to have it finish at 22:30 or 10:30PM, according to the manual. Now, you only need to do this once... but what you need to do is look at the clock on the wall NOW, and select the starting point either closest to what your local time is right now, or one to "fool" the system into finishing earlier or later than 10:30. The time selections are 0800, 1000, 1200, 1500(3PM), 1800(6PM), and 2200(10PM). The idea is that if you are setting this light up and it's around noon, select the 1200 setting and it will now cycle without any further input. Off and into the night light at 10:30, and beginning the dawn routine at 8AM. That's it! I set mine at 0700 and selected the 8AM setting. The lights are running in night mode at 9:30PM rather than 10:30PM. So, you can offset or "fool" the system to shift the cycle around the clock a bit. A couple of things about this setting... It seems to never get brighter when you first set it up. VERY SLOW ramp-up and down. It actually takes an hour or so to ramp up to 100% intensity. Nice, really... but I thought it wasn't doing anything at first. And the same to ramp down. The only issue I may have with this setting is if I get too much green algae. That's my sign in my planted aquarium that there's too much light. There's no control on this setting other than time-shifting. I'd like to be able to set an upper limit on intensity. So, depending on my needs for the plants and balancing the algae issue, I may end up using the timer versus the 24/7 setting. That jury is still out. Excellent product! Now, if only someone made one exactly like this one only with a USB port and completely programmable! ::hint! hint!:: *********** After a week or so of using this light, I've settled on the timer function as my default. I set the timer to start at 9AM and go to 9PM. Because I am always up long before 9AM, the timer mode allows me to turn on the light earlier without disturbing the OFF time of 9PM. Also, before 9PM, I can step down the light so that when I turn it on at 7AM or whatever, it's pretty dim, and then I can go from there until feeding time an hour after lights on. More manual, but I'm a control freak, which I think you have to be a bit to keep fishy friends. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best on the market *by M***C on 15 June 2026* Much better then the Aqueon Optibright Plus 30" ### ⭐⭐⭐ Water proof to last longer *by A***R on 2 June 2026* Got this in June 2024, it lasted 2 full years until today when the power cables connected to the LED board were noonger making contact. I am unsure where each colored cables were soldered on the LED board hence i cant fix it. I cannot find a photo of the connection on google either. Great product and lasted a long time, next time i will add water proof to all the entire connections, because of this water/condensation infiltration, the LED is not longer working. ## Frequently Bought Together - hygger Advanced LED Aquarium Light with Timer, 24/7 Lighting Cycle & DIY Mode, Full Spectrum Fish Tank Light for 24-30 in Freshwater Planted Tank - H2Pro 24" Glass Canopy for 15/20/ 55-Gallon Aqueon All Glass Marineland Perfecto Aquarium Fish Tank (23.07 x 11.69 x 0.16in) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.at/products/574629764-hygger-advanced-led-aquarium-light-with-timer-24-7-lighting](https://www.desertcart.at/products/574629764-hygger-advanced-led-aquarium-light-with-timer-24-7-lighting) --- *Product available on Desertcart Austria* *Store origin: AT* *Last updated: 2026-08-21*