Lamotte ColorQ Pro 7 - Trouble Free Pool
May 12, 2018 · I bought a ColorQ Pro 7 in May 2018... Seems to work well. However, there is no way to 'Benchmark' how accurate the reading are! The results are way different then a Taylor K2006 I tested …
Lamotte ColorQ 2X Photometer compared to a Taylor FAS DPD Test Kit.
Mar 31, 2022 · I also have a ColorQ 2X 7, been setting the shelf for over a year. Never was accurate according to Taylor Test Kit. Also, they are a pain in the but to use compared to a FAS-DPD.
Pool Test Kits - Further Reading - Trouble Free Pool
Jan 9, 2026 · LaMotte ColorQ The LaMotte ColorQ is not recommended as your primary test kit. The ColorQ is an "electronic eye", aka a colorimeter, and colorimetry can be very difficult to get right. If …
Colorq pro 7 debate and results - Trouble Free Pool
Jul 27, 2013 · The ColorQ can be handy in some situations, but it is not practical to use it as your only tester. You simply can't measure overnight FC loss with enough precision while at shock level to be …
Calcium Hardness Balance - Trouble Free Pool
Apr 26, 2021 · In addition to using the ColorQ, I use test strips and also take samples to pool store. After reading these articles, which mostly align to what else I have been researching, I think I'll try to keep …
General Balancing Questions and Combined Chlorine? - Trouble Free …
Jul 1, 2022 · I'm using a LaMotte ColorQ 2x Pro 7 tester because I seem to have issues differentiating between the different shades of colors, perhaps I'm a little color blind. Anyway, I have a couple …
ColorQ vs TF100 - Trouble Free Pool
Aug 25, 2011 · The story, my ColorQ is a great test device, but be careful with reagent age and test tube cleanliness. Much easier to use the ColorQ on a recurring fashion and use the TF100 or Taylors on a …
ColorQ 7 analyzer for Alkalinity Recall | Trouble Free Pool
Jan 25, 2020 · Hey, all just got some info from LaMotte Color Q Alkanlity testing. I am new and setting up my 4200-gallon pool using the ColorQ 7 chemical tester. All water tests were adjusting according …
LaMotte Colorimeter - TesTabs vs Liquid Drops - Trouble Free Pool
Jun 8, 2013 · The ColorQ can be easier to use for some people, but it doesn't help you do anything better, and it is worse in several ways. If your goal is to have a nice toy and avoid color comparison …
Test Kit Comparison - Trouble Free Pool
Feb 3, 2017 · In summary Lamotte ColorQ is okay and very easy to use but also 2.5X the cost compared to the TF-100. IMO if you want to keep a true TFP go with the TF-100, the tests are a little …