ReefTrace Liveā„¢ is a comprehensive cloud-based mobile app crafted to help reef enthusiasts of all levels keep detailed logs of known and custom parameters, discover live and dry goods from trusted vendors, and stay current with the latest developments in reef keeping. We've integrated powerful tools and expert guidance to become your partner in the reef keeping journey.

Statistics and Analysis

Understanding trends in your reef system is the key to maintaining stability and achieving long-term success. Our statistics feature provides gesture-friendly charts that make analyzing your data intuitive and insightful.

Select any date range to reviewā€”compare a single week during a problem period, or zoom out to see trends over months and years. Choose which parameters to display together, making it easy to spot correlations. Did your alkalinity swing coincide with that phosphate spike? Is your calcium consumption increasing as your SPS corals grow? The patterns become clear when you visualize the data.

Compare your water chemistry results against water changes, dosing schedule adjustments, equipment changes, and livestock additions. This comprehensive view reveals how your actions influence your system, helping you optimize your husbandry routine based on data rather than guesswork. According to research published in aquarium science journals, maintaining stable parameters is far more important than chasing specific numbers, and our trending tools help you achieve that stability.

Parameter Logging

Accurate water testing is foundational to reef keeping success, but it can be challenging, especially for beginners. ReefTrace Liveā„¢ transforms parameter logging into a guided, educational experience.

Log your test results with step-by-step guided text, audio, and video instructions created by Melev's Reef. These guides walk you through proper testing techniques, explain what each parameter means, and help you interpret results correctly. You'll learn not just how to test, but why each parameter matters and how they interact.

For waterproof devices, our innovative testing interface allows you to place your test vials over a white illuminated area of your screen, positioned right next to your test kit's color chart. This feature helps you achieve better lighting for color matching, leading to more accurate readingsā€”critical when precision matters for demanding SPS corals.

Track standard parameters like temperature, salinity, pH, alkalinity, calcium, and magnesium, plus create custom parameter logs for anything specific to your system. Test nitrates weekly? Monitoring silicates in a new system? Tracking amino acid dosing? ReefTrace accommodates your unique testing routine.

Critter ID

Every reef keeper has experienced the surprise of discovering an unknown organism in their aquarium. Is it beneficial or harmful? A valuable addition or a pest that needs removal? Quick, accurate identification is essential.

ReefTrace Liveā„¢ has partnered with Melev's Reef to provide access to one of the most comprehensive critter identification libraries in the hobby. Covering corals, marine invertebrates, marine plants, marine fish, and countless hitchhikers, this resource helps you identify mysterious arrivals quickly.

Search by characteristics like color, size, shape, and behavior. Each entry includes detailed information about the organism's requirements, whether it's reef-safe, and how to manage it in your aquarium. If you can't find what you're looking for, submit a request and tap into Melev's decades of experience for expert identification.

The critter ID feature isn't just about identificationā€”it's an educational tool that deepens your understanding of the incredible biodiversity that thrives in healthy reef ecosystems.

ReefTrace Plaza

Finding quality livestock and equipment from trustworthy vendors is crucial for reef keeping success. ReefTrace Plaza provides a curated marketplace featuring a vast selection of live and dry goods from regional and local vendors who meet our standards for quality and service.

Whether you're searching for a specific coral frag, a complete aquarium system, premium dry goods, or specialized equipment, Plaza connects you with vendors in your area. Browse by category, search for specific items, and read ratings from fellow reefers.

All transactions take place directly with your vendor of choice, ensuring you develop relationships with the businesses serving your local reef community. This model supports local fish stores and regional vendors while giving you access to diverse inventory and competitive pricing.

LFS Finder

Local fish stores are the backbone of the reef keeping community, providing expertise, quality livestock, and the personal service that online retailers can't match. Our LFS Finder helps you discover and connect with stores, clubs, and services near you.

Map local fish stores in your area, get turn-by-turn navigation, access contact information, and view hours and specialties. Call ahead to confirm livestock availability or ask questions before making the trip. Discover reef clubs where you can meet fellow hobbyists, attend swap meets, and learn from experienced members.

By making local resources more discoverable, we help strengthen the connections that make the reef keeping hobby rewarding and sustainable.

News and Updates

The reef keeping world evolves constantly with new products, techniques, research findings, and community developments. ReefTrace Liveā„¢ News keeps you current with everything happening in the hobby.

Stay updated on product releases and innovations in reef keeping technology. Discover special offers from vendors and manufacturers. Read tips and techniques from industry professionals and experienced hobbyists. Learn about upcoming events, conferences, and swap meets in your area.

Our news feed is curated to deliver genuine valueā€”cutting through marketing noise to highlight information that helps you succeed with your reef aquarium.

Maintaining Peak Performance

Advanced reef keeping requires sustained mental focus and physical dexterity. Whether you're performing delicate coral fragging procedures, conducting precise water testing, or spending hours aquascaping your display, the hobby demands both cognitive clarity and steady hands. Many reef keepers underestimate these demands until fatigue leads to mistakesā€”dropped frags, inaccurate test readings, or poor purchasing decisions.

The mental load of managing a reef system can be significant. You're tracking multiple parameters, calculating dosing adjustments, monitoring coral health, and making constant micro-decisions. This cognitive demand increases exponentially when managing multiple tanks or dealing with system issues. Professional aquarists and serious hobbyists often work long sessions during tank maintenance, requiring sustained concentration to avoid costly errors.

Performance Resources for Hobbyists

For those interested in optimizing their physical and mental capabilities for demanding hobbies, several research organizations provide valuable insights:

Understanding how to maintain peak performance helps ensure you can enjoy this demanding hobby for years to come while avoiding the physical strain that causes many hobbyists to scale back or leave the hobby entirely.

Reef Like a Pro

Combined, these features create a comprehensive reef keeping platform that grows with youā€”from first learning to test alkalinity, through the excitement of adding your first SPS frags, to maintaining a thriving mixed reef ecosystem for years to come.

ReefTrace Liveā„¢ brings together data tracking, expert guidance, community connections, and marketplace access in one elegant mobile experience. Download the app today and discover how technology can help you reef like a pro.