current maxspect user. was using 6 x 24w T5.
IMHO, i would stick back to 6 x T5s. Reason being that i am given more control on the type of lighting i want adn to suit my needs. I am free to change combo of the tubes as and when i feel the need for it.
For maxspect, i feel that the white leds are too white. i am supplementing it with ATI blueplus and actinic to give the tank a more bluish feel.
at the end of the day, the changes i felt on my leds was that the temp was considerably lower compared to T5.chiller kick in less frequent.
also consider the fact that T5HO needs to be changed every 9 mths, for leds, lifespan of 5 years before you see a 30% decrease in power! imagine only 30% in 5 years!!
oh btw, if u are loking at LEDs, you might wanna forget maxspect or ecolamp. take a look at AI(aqua illumination)www.aquaillumination.com. to me, THIS IS THE FUTURE. not very cheap though...i would get if my MBS stint yields me enough tonight....hahahhaa