Softwater Mineral GH+

Detailed Review

Softwater Mineral GH+ is one of those products that exists for a specific niche. If you're keeping standard Crystal Red Shrimp or Taiwan Bees, you probably don't need it - Bee Shrimp Mineral GH+ is the standard choice. But for certain species that prefer a different mineral profile, this variant has its place. The key difference is that Softwater produces higher TDS at the same GH level compared to Bee Shrimp Mineral. This might sound minor, but some Caridina varieties - particularly Tigers and some wild-type Caridina - seem to prefer this profile. Quality-wise, it's identical to other Salty Shrimp products. German manufacturing, consistent results, complete dissolution, no effect on KH. If you trust Bee Shrimp Mineral, you can trust this variant. The challenge is determining if you actually need it. For most keepers, the standard Bee Shrimp Mineral GH+ is the right choice. Softwater Mineral is really only worth considering if you're keeping species that prefer higher TDS or if you've noticed your shrimp seem happier with more mineral content. If you're unsure, stick with Bee Shrimp Mineral - it works well for the vast majority of Caridina setups. Consider Softwater only if you have specific species requirements or experience suggesting higher TDS would benefit your colony.