Does anyone use a timer power strip for their tanks? I was thinking about getting one but I don't know a good brand and the reviews on amazon are not really that helpful
I use the Zilla 24/7 Digital Timer Power Strip. I bought it because the non-digital one I had was driving me crazy with how difficult it was to get the time accurate. I've had no problems with the digital one — except setting it up, even with the directions, wasn't all that intuitive, so I had to google some advice to get it right. Since I did that, though, it's worked perfectly.
I use one of the outlet timers from the hardware store for the UVB and basking bulb. I'm able to configure it accurately within about 10 minutes or so which is good enough - it's consistent which is the more important factor in my opinion. http://www.lowes.com/pd_224879-66906-UTTNI2423_0__