Boaphile vs Animal Plastics

[dakski]

The one thing I really like about the Boaphile, is the one single door that drops down. To me, it looks more sleek without having that middle bar that the AP cages have. That's the only thing stopping me from getting an AP.

But, the odor that people are complaining about does kinda scare me away from the Boaphile.

I just don't know which one to get. It's driving me crazy!

Frankly, I would call AP and call Jeff at Boaphile.

Price out what you need for your BCI. Size, heating elements, etc. Jeff is a BCI breeder, so he will have good advice on that, but many posts here about that as well. Also look at lead times, door design, etc. For feeding, I like sliding doors, but it's really not an issue with the opening out doors. Also very sturdy and easy to clean with those.

Also, ask Jeff what his new material is and if it is better with stains/odors, etc. He seems like a very stand up and honest guy. I'd be interested in what he says too.

I definitely think you will need a RHP and UTH for the hot side, and worth putting in a smaller UTH for the cool side - even if it barely runs. Cheap insurance.

Also of note, Jeff and BP uses on/off thermostats and sells and recommends double thermostats. I have had good success with these, but he has a whole piece on his website about why her prefers the on/off ones. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND A DOUBLE THERMOSTAT/REDUNDANT THERMOSTAT! Totally worth the insurance of not losing an animal.

Also, BP thermostats can run up to 1500 Watts, so many tanks. So, if you upgrade in the future to the same tank design, heating elements, etc. and same species (or one with similar requirements - like a BP) , you won't have to invest in another thermostat.

Regarding the thermostats, I do not know what AP uses.