Boston Aqua Farms Ceramic Frag Discs
Boston Aqua Farms' ceramic frag discs are known for consistent, low-cost bulk production that makes them ideal for farms, clubs and hobbyists who need large quantities without breaking the bank. Technically they offer a flatter, wider surface that favors encrusting corals and anchoring larger plant bases, though they are typically less finely finished and slightly less porous than premium ceramic brands. Financially they undercut premium options like OceanBox and match well with Bulk Reef Supply for volume purchases, making them the practical choice when per-piece cost matters most.
Broad flat disc — strong base
Uniform sizing — swap-and-go
Broad flat disc — strong base
Uniform sizing — swap-and-go
Review Summary
"Boston Aqua Farms ceramic frag discs receive strong marks for uniformity, porosity, and low cost in bulk, with many reefers using them for fragging and sales; occasional comments mention color staining but not performance issues. They’re considered a top pick for consistent, economical ceramic discs."
Natural white finish — photo-friendly
Flat ceramic disc provides a broad, stable plating surface for encrusting corals
Natural white finish — photo-friendly
Flat ceramic disc provides a broad, stable plating surface for encrusting corals
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
Boston Aqua Farms' ceramic frag discs are known for consistent, low-cost bulk production that makes them ideal for farms, clubs and hobbyists who need large quantities without breaking the bank. Technically they offer a flatter, wider surface that favors encrusting corals and anchoring larger plant bases, though they are typically less finely finished and slightly less porous than premium ceramic brands. Financially they undercut premium options like OceanBox and match well with Bulk Reef Supply for volume purchases, making them the practical choice when per-piece cost matters most.
Broad flat disc — strong base
Uniform sizing — swap-and-go
Natural white finish — photo-friendly
Flat ceramic disc provides a broad, stable plating surface for encrusting corals
Consistent diameter makes placement and spacing in frag trays predictable
Broad flat disc — strong base
Uniform sizing — swap-and-go
Natural white finish — photo-friendly
Flat ceramic disc provides a broad, stable plating surface for encrusting corals
Consistent diameter makes placement and spacing in frag trays predictable
$10-22 USD
Innovative Marine Gourmet Gadget Frag Station
Innovative Marine Gourmet Gadget Frag Station stands out as a market leader for hobbyists who want a polished, multi-tier grow-out platform with thoughtful features and a refined finish. It commands a higher price than the Eshopps and Aquatop magnetic racks but returns value through superior aesthetics, expanded capacity and accessory compatibility, making it preferable for display-oriented propagation and reefkeepers upgrading beyond entry-level gear. Compared with modular commercial systems like the Reef Rack 32, it favors form and integrated convenience over maximum scalability, which is ideal for advanced home propagation setups.
Adjustable platform
Sleek display flair
Adjustable platform
Sleek display flair
Review Summary
"Premium, well-engineered frag station with strong magnets and a clean, modular design; buyers consistently praise build quality and durability but mention the higher price point."
Tool-free setup
Large multi-level platform designed for fragmentation, propagation, and display
Tool-free setup
Large multi-level platform designed for fragmentation, propagation, and display
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
Time-Saving Convenience
Innovative Marine Gourmet Gadget Frag Station stands out as a market leader for hobbyists who want a polished, multi-tier grow-out platform with thoughtful features and a refined finish. It commands a higher price than the Eshopps and Aquatop magnetic racks but returns value through superior aesthetics, expanded capacity and accessory compatibility, making it preferable for display-oriented propagation and reefkeepers upgrading beyond entry-level gear. Compared with modular commercial systems like the Reef Rack 32, it favors form and integrated convenience over maximum scalability, which is ideal for advanced home propagation setups.
Adjustable platform
Sleek display flair
Tool-free setup
Large multi-level platform designed for fragmentation, propagation, and display
Durable acrylic build with removable trays for easy cleaning and maintenance
Adjustable platform
Sleek display flair
Tool-free setup
Large multi-level platform designed for fragmentation, propagation, and display
Durable acrylic build with removable trays for easy cleaning and maintenance
$150-250 USD
Seachem Reef Glue is a fast-curing, reef-safe cyanoacrylate gel known for broad availability and strong, quick bonds on porous frag plugs and skeletons. It holds a market-leader position because it balances reliable performance with a lower cost per tube than many specialty glues, making it the go-to economical choice for routine fragging compared with heavier-duty epoxies or premium niche formulas. Compared with putties and two-part epoxies on this list, Seachem offers the financial advantage of affordability and the technical advantage of near-instant tack for small coral work.
Fast coral set
Reef-safe formula
Fast coral set
Reef-safe formula
Review Summary
"Users report it's a fast-curing, reef-safe cyanoacrylate that reliably bonds corals and frag plugs with minimal harm; occasional complaints note brittle joints and reduced grip on very wet surfaces."
Barnacle-strong hold
Cyanoacrylate gel formula that bonds corals instantly for quick fragging
Barnacle-strong hold
Cyanoacrylate gel formula that bonds corals instantly for quick fragging
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
Seachem Reef Glue is a fast-curing, reef-safe cyanoacrylate gel known for broad availability and strong, quick bonds on porous frag plugs and skeletons. It holds a market-leader position because it balances reliable performance with a lower cost per tube than many specialty glues, making it the go-to economical choice for routine fragging compared with heavier-duty epoxies or premium niche formulas. Compared with putties and two-part epoxies on this list, Seachem offers the financial advantage of affordability and the technical advantage of near-instant tack for small coral work.
Fast coral set
Reef-safe formula
Barnacle-strong hold
Cyanoacrylate gel formula that bonds corals instantly for quick fragging
Reef-safe once cured and suitable for use around corals and invertebrates
Fast coral set
Reef-safe formula
Barnacle-strong hold
Cyanoacrylate gel formula that bonds corals instantly for quick fragging
Reef-safe once cured and suitable for use around corals and invertebrates
$10-18 USD
Coral Cutters Premium Stainless Steel Shears
Coral Cutters Premium Stainless Steel Shears prioritize precision and corrosion resistance, delivering very clean, hairline cuts ideal for delicate frags like SPS and small polyped corals; they are a bit pricier than bulk bone cutters but reduce tissue damage and healing time. Their premium stainless construction and fine tips make them the go-to choice when comparing fine-detail trimming needs against more heavy-duty brands in this lineup.
Razor edges — scalpel-quick
Polished blades — mirror shine
Razor edges — scalpel-quick
Polished blades — mirror shine
Review Summary
"Buyers say the Coral Cutters Premium Stainless Steel Shears deliver precise cuts and comfortable grips with a clean stainless finish; some owners mention the edges need occasional sharpening over time."
Fine tips — tweezer-precise
High-grade stainless steel resists saltwater corrosion for long-term use.
Fine tips — tweezer-precise
High-grade stainless steel resists saltwater corrosion for long-term use.
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
Coral Cutters Premium Stainless Steel Shears prioritize precision and corrosion resistance, delivering very clean, hairline cuts ideal for delicate frags like SPS and small polyped corals; they are a bit pricier than bulk bone cutters but reduce tissue damage and healing time. Their premium stainless construction and fine tips make them the go-to choice when comparing fine-detail trimming needs against more heavy-duty brands in this lineup.
Razor edges — scalpel-quick
Polished blades — mirror shine
Fine tips — tweezer-precise
High-grade stainless steel resists saltwater corrosion for long-term use.
Fine tapered blades offer accurate, clean cuts for delicate coral tissues.
Razor edges — scalpel-quick
Polished blades — mirror shine
Fine tips — tweezer-precise
High-grade stainless steel resists saltwater corrosion for long-term use.
Fine tapered blades offer accurate, clean cuts for delicate coral tissues.
$40-70 USD
MaxSpect’s Coral Frag Plug Transport Tray is optimized for high-capacity, lightweight transport of frag plugs, offering economical scalability for breeders and stores that move large numbers of frags at once. It provides superior plug retention and efficient space usage compared with single-cup systems like Two Little Fishies, though it does not include advanced insulation or long-distance temperature management found in higher-end containers. For customers prioritizing throughput and cost-per-frag during short transports, MaxSpect delivers strong technical value at a lower price point.
Plug-perfect grid
Anti-tilt ridges
Plug-perfect grid
Anti-tilt ridges
Review Summary
"MaxSpect's Coral Frag Plug Transport Tray receives high marks for solid construction, secure plug fit and efficient layout that makes transporting and organizing large numbers of plugs easy. A few users want tighter plug spacing or a higher-capacity option, but overall satisfaction is very high."
Showcase-ready flair
Rigid tray with grid pattern sized to securely hold multiple standard frag plugs.
Showcase-ready flair
Rigid tray with grid pattern sized to securely hold multiple standard frag plugs.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
MaxSpect’s Coral Frag Plug Transport Tray is optimized for high-capacity, lightweight transport of frag plugs, offering economical scalability for breeders and stores that move large numbers of frags at once. It provides superior plug retention and efficient space usage compared with single-cup systems like Two Little Fishies, though it does not include advanced insulation or long-distance temperature management found in higher-end containers. For customers prioritizing throughput and cost-per-frag during short transports, MaxSpect delivers strong technical value at a lower price point.
Plug-perfect grid
Anti-tilt ridges
Showcase-ready flair
Rigid tray with grid pattern sized to securely hold multiple standard frag plugs.
Low-profile, easy-to-clean plastic that speeds prep and transfer workflows.
Plug-perfect grid
Anti-tilt ridges
Showcase-ready flair
Rigid tray with grid pattern sized to securely hold multiple standard frag plugs.
Low-profile, easy-to-clean plastic that speeds prep and transfer workflows.
$25-50 USD
Polyp Lab Reef Primer is a specialized healing and primer solution formulated to accelerate tissue recovery, promote mucous film integrity, and support regrowth after physically stressful procedures such as fragging and dips. It complements more aggressive antiparasitic treatments on this list by focusing on post-dip recovery: although typically pricier per milliliter, its technical, reef-safe additives help reduce follow-up mortality and recovery time, making it a strategic investment for reef keepers aiming to maximize long-term survival of valuable corals.
Deep pore cleansing
Non-toxic reef-safe
Deep pore cleansing
Non-toxic reef-safe
Review Summary
"Highly rated by fraggers for improving attachment and reducing post-frag tissue loss, with consistent positive results reported; some users consider it expensive but effective as a preventative and healing aid."
Zesty lab-spark (bright)
Formulated to support tissue regeneration and mucus production with beneficial organics and trace elements.
Zesty lab-spark (bright)
Formulated to support tissue regeneration and mucus production with beneficial organics and trace elements.
Increased Safety & Security
Skill Development & Mastery
Polyp Lab Reef Primer is a specialized healing and primer solution formulated to accelerate tissue recovery, promote mucous film integrity, and support regrowth after physically stressful procedures such as fragging and dips. It complements more aggressive antiparasitic treatments on this list by focusing on post-dip recovery: although typically pricier per milliliter, its technical, reef-safe additives help reduce follow-up mortality and recovery time, making it a strategic investment for reef keepers aiming to maximize long-term survival of valuable corals.
Deep pore cleansing
Non-toxic reef-safe
Zesty lab-spark (bright)
Formulated to support tissue regeneration and mucus production with beneficial organics and trace elements.
Used as a companion treatment to dips to accelerate healing after pest removal or injury.
Deep pore cleansing
Non-toxic reef-safe
Zesty lab-spark (bright)
Formulated to support tissue regeneration and mucus production with beneficial organics and trace elements.
Used as a companion treatment to dips to accelerate healing after pest removal or injury.
$40-65 USD
Oceans Wonders Aragonite Frag Tiles
Oceans Wonders Aragonite Frag Tiles are made from high-purity aragonite that mimics natural reef chemistry, providing a chemically stable and slightly porous grow-out surface that encourages rapid encrustation. They hold a best-in-class position for cost-effective, reef-compatible flat substrates — cheaper and more chemically integrated than ceramic or synthetic options and easier to pair with modular systems like the Two Little Fishies racks. Compared with bulk rock shapes and putties, these tiles offer predictable surface area and simple placement for scaled grow-out operations.
Aragonite base — reef-ready
Uniform flats — glue-friendly
Aragonite base — reef-ready
Uniform flats — glue-friendly
Review Summary
"Users consistently praise Oceans Wonders Aragonite Frag Tiles for their natural aragonite composition that promotes coral growth and stability, with many noting they are aquarium-safe and integrate well with live rock. A few reviewers mention occasional fragility and size variability between batches."
Porous texture — hitchhiker haven
Made from pure aragonite to encourage calcification and healthy coral growth
Porous texture — hitchhiker haven
Made from pure aragonite to encourage calcification and healthy coral growth
Skill Development & Mastery
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
Oceans Wonders Aragonite Frag Tiles are made from high-purity aragonite that mimics natural reef chemistry, providing a chemically stable and slightly porous grow-out surface that encourages rapid encrustation. They hold a best-in-class position for cost-effective, reef-compatible flat substrates — cheaper and more chemically integrated than ceramic or synthetic options and easier to pair with modular systems like the Two Little Fishies racks. Compared with bulk rock shapes and putties, these tiles offer predictable surface area and simple placement for scaled grow-out operations.
Aragonite base — reef-ready
Uniform flats — glue-friendly
Porous texture — hitchhiker haven
Made from pure aragonite to encourage calcification and healthy coral growth
Porous, rough texture gives corals a secure surface to encrust quickly
Aragonite base — reef-ready
Uniform flats — glue-friendly
Porous texture — hitchhiker haven
Made from pure aragonite to encourage calcification and healthy coral growth
Porous, rough texture gives corals a secure surface to encrust quickly
$12-25 USD
CoralQR Waterproof ID System is the market leader for integrated digital tagging, combining laminated waterproof QR tags with a cloud-linked database and mobile app that record growth, provenance, and maintenance notes. Although it typically carries a higher upfront and subscription cost than purely physical tag options, CoralQR delivers superior long-term traceability and analytics for breeders and research facilities, outperforming ReefTag Pro and physical-only kits when you need centralized recordkeeping. For coral labeling, its technical advantages make it the top pick when management and data are the primary objectives.
Fully waterproof — ocean-ready
App sync — reef diary
Fully waterproof — ocean-ready
App sync — reef diary
Review Summary
"CoralQR Waterproof ID System gets high marks for robust waterproof codes and integration options, though a number of hobbyists find the initial setup and linking to their database a bit fiddly. Long-term durability is good but a minority report slight fading under very bright LED lighting."
Bulk pack — tag fleet
Corrosion-resistant, waterproof QR tags built for aquarium environments.
Bulk pack — tag fleet
Corrosion-resistant, waterproof QR tags built for aquarium environments.
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
CoralQR Waterproof ID System is the market leader for integrated digital tagging, combining laminated waterproof QR tags with a cloud-linked database and mobile app that record growth, provenance, and maintenance notes. Although it typically carries a higher upfront and subscription cost than purely physical tag options, CoralQR delivers superior long-term traceability and analytics for breeders and research facilities, outperforming ReefTag Pro and physical-only kits when you need centralized recordkeeping. For coral labeling, its technical advantages make it the top pick when management and data are the primary objectives.
Fully waterproof — ocean-ready
App sync — reef diary
Bulk pack — tag fleet
Corrosion-resistant, waterproof QR tags built for aquarium environments.
Cloud-linked database lets you attach growth logs and care notes to each tag.
Fully waterproof — ocean-ready
App sync — reef diary
Bulk pack — tag fleet
Corrosion-resistant, waterproof QR tags built for aquarium environments.
Cloud-linked database lets you attach growth logs and care notes to each tag.
$80-150 USD