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Last updated: June 19, 2026

Affiliate disclosure

The Hydro Home publishes independent guides, tutorials, and product reviews about indoor hydroponic gardening. Some of the links on this website are affiliate links. If you click one of those links and make a qualifying purchase, we may earn a commission from the retailer at no additional cost to you. These commissions help fund the testing, hosting, and writing that keeps this site free of pop-ups, paywalls, and intrusive ads.

This disclosure is provided in accordance with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR Part 255, "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising," which requires us to disclose any material connection between The Hydro Home and the brands, products, or services we recommend.

Amazon Associates Program

The Hydro Home is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Amazon, the Amazon logo, AmazonSupply, and the AmazonSupply logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.

Other affiliate relationships

In addition to the Amazon Associates Program, we participate in affiliate or referral programs with select hydroponic equipment manufacturers and retailers, including (but not limited to) Click & Grow, Gardyn, Rise Gardens, AeroGarden, Lettuce Grow, Mars Hydro, and True Leaf Market. Programs may be managed directly by the brand or through networks such as Impact, ShareASale, CJ, or Awin.

How to identify affiliate links

  • Every article that contains affiliate links shows a disclosure banner directly under the headline.
  • Outbound affiliate links carry the rel="sponsored nofollow" attribute.
  • Comparison tables and "Check price" buttons are clearly labeled as affiliate placements.
  • Sponsored content, when present, is labeled Sponsored at the top of the page.

Our editorial promise

  • We never accept payment in exchange for a positive review or a higher ranking.
  • Rankings and "Editor's Pick" badges are determined by hands-on testing and research, not commission rate.
  • When a brand sends us a free product to test, we disclose it in the review.
  • If a product isn't worth your money, we say so — even when it would earn us a commission.
  • We update reviews when products change, are discontinued, or are surpassed by better options.

Pricing and availability

Prices, specifications, and availability shown on this site are accurate as of the date noted on each article and are subject to change without notice. The final price and availability shown on the retailer's site at the time of purchase apply.

Not professional advice

Content on The Hydro Home is provided for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional horticultural, medical, electrical, or safety advice. Always follow manufacturer instructions and applicable local regulations.

Questions

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