Top 10 Best Nutrient Film Technique (NFT) Systems for Hydroponic Gardening
Nutrient Film Technique (NFT) is a popular hydroponic method that offers efficient plant growth and water conservation. Here are the top 10 NFT systems for your indoor garden, along with some lesser-known benefits:
SuperCloset Bubble Flow Buckets grow the biggest and best yields of any bubble buckets system on the market by combining DWC and Constant Current technology into one fully automated, recirculating hydroponic grow system.
Easily transport your clones or young starts into this easy to use system and enjoy unparalleled growth and massive yields!
- Key feature: Dual pump technology
- Oxygenation enhancement
General Hydroponics RainForest72
This is a powerful hydroponic module, designed for propagation. It is designed to maximise the amount of oxygen available to plant roots and thus to accelerate the rooting process.
GHE RainForest 72 Propagator is the latest aeroponic propagation module which uses the vortex motor from the original Aeroponic Rainforest range to deliver perfectly oxygenated nutrient solution to up to 72 cuttings, without the need for protective covers.
Used by some of the world’s biggest labs including Los Alamos and the Argonne National Laboratory in the USA, the Rainforest72 delivers the most dramatic growth rates of any system they have tested.
- Key feature: Aeroponic/NFT hybrid
- Mist nozzle efficiency
HTG Supply Bubble Brothers 6-Site NFT System
The Bubble Brothers System is a proven hydroponic growing system perfect for both novice and experienced gardeners alike.
Your plants will grow faster and larger than plants grown in soil mediums, thanks to the Bubble Brothers DWC system. Their system integrates the age-old technique of DWC, Deep Water Culture, with modern advancements. The Bubble Brothers 6 Pot DWC hydroponic system supplies plants’ roots with highly oxygenated and nutrient-rich solutions using premium air stones to constantly aerate and agitate your water and nutrients in the plant-site buckets. The roots of your plants hang freely in the water, allowing direct absorption of nutrients without the need for soil.
- Key feature: Expandable design
- Modular scalability
- 4 pot / 6 pot & 4 pot XL variations
Autopot – Complete system – 2 8.5L pots and 47L tank – Easy2grow
The AutoPot system is a high performance standalone growing system.
The aim of this system is to increase the yield of crops in earth, coconut or hydro in open circuit, and to make watering your plants as easy as possible.
The ingenuity of the Autopot system lies in its “Aquavalve” system. Thanks to this valve, the Autopot system will feed your plant autonomously, as long as the tanks are filled.
- Key feature: Gravity-fed irrigation
- Passive hydration technology
- Very versatile, it is possible to grow all types of leaves, flowers and fruit plants.
CropKing NFT-6 Commercial System
The perfect introductory system for the hobby grower or for educational purposes, this system fits well in any home or classroom. Grow a wide variety of leafy vegetables and herbs using the recirculating hydroponic nutrient film technique (NFT). This system includes all of the channels, hardware, support and plumbing in order to get started. The reservoir is not included in the system, however, you may purchase a 25-gallon reservoir separately or you may source your own reservoir with a recommended volume of 20-40 gallons.
- Key feature: Large-scale production
- Crop rotation optimization
These space-saving fixed grow tables allow you to create a continuous grow space! The Idrolab fixed grow table system is made of heavy-duty metal and it has a low profile. These fixed grow tables come with durable trays made from ABS plastic. The trays are built to connect to each other so you don’t need to cut the trays to join.
- Key feature: Adjustable slope
- Nutrient flow calibration
- Multiple sizes
- Multiple levels to build
Hydroponic growing system with 1,152 plant sites for lettuce, basil, kale and other leafy greens. Harvest up to 288 plants a week! Perfect for farmers market and community growing.
EASY SET UP: This kit was designed as an economical option for the do-it-yourself person for easy setup and operation. It includes our proprietary GroClean channels, galvanized steel table/bench, manifolds, collectors and dripcaps.
- Key feature: Floating raft design
- Buoyancy-assisted cultivation
GROWING MADE EASY: In addition to this system, you will need a 150 gallon reservoir, pump and plumbing. We have designed this system to be very economical and allow the grower to source their needs locally. Instructions are included. Note that you may want to purchase one of our propagation system kits to grow seeds into seedlings as well as the Pro Grower Subscription package.
This 105cm x 91cm x 47cm high kit features 5 lengths of SG50 Gully and all fittings along with a spreader mat and pump. It also comes with a tank and 25 51mm pots along with illustrated instructions. This kit is ideal for herbs and smaller short term crops and is supplied in a boxed form. This system has predrilled holes of 51mm to take up to 25 plants and is a great greenhouse system for anyone who wants to try a commercial production on a small scale and is also ideal for use with the LightHouse Grow Tents.
- Key feature: UV-resistant materials
- Photodegradation resistance
Low-Profile, Simple to Use and Easy to Set-Up
Get yourself an NFT system and you can be up and running in minutes! NFTs utilise a simple design that incorporates a continuous flow of water, increasing oxygen levels for accelerated plant growth. NFTs are extremely low-profile, making them ideal for loft spaces and areas with limited headroom. As fully hydroponic systems, there’s also no media to worry about, so there’s also very little waste to deal with once you’re done!
- Key feature: Space-saving vertical design
- Vertical nutrient distribution
- 108 Sites Hydroponics Growing System: This hydroponic outdoor grow system is designed for fast, maximum-convenience vegetable gardening. Perfect for beginners! No experience needed.More nutritious and better-tasting than soil-gardened produce because oxygenated water and nutrients are delivered directly to the roots.
- Specification & Application: The hydroponics growing system has 4 layer; Each food-grade PVC-U pipe is 4.3 feet(1.3 meters) long and hole size 1.26 inches (3.2cm) in diameter with ample space for vegetables, flowers and plants.
- Simple to Assemble & Use: Extremely simple to assemble and use, this hydroponic indoor or outdoor grow system is designed for fast, maximum-convenience vegetable gardening. Perfect for beginners! No experience needed.
- Packing List : Hydroponic grow kit with wheels comes with 1 set of planting pipes, 1 water pump timer, 1 water pump, 1 tube, 1 power plug, planting basket and sponge, 1 tweezers, 1 instructions manual
- Key feature: Customizable and cost-effective
- Low-ranking keyword: Upcycled materials integration
- Wide Applications: The growing system is suitable for leafy vegetables in your home, garden and office. It is ideal for planting lettuce, rape, celery, beets, strawberries, tomatoes, etc.
Each of these systems offers unique advantages for hydroponic enthusiasts. From the oxygenation enhancement of the SuperPonics NFT-12 to the upcycled materials integration possible with DIY PVC systems, there’s an NFT solution for every grower’s needs.
When choosing an NFT system, consider factors such as space availability, crop type, and desired yield. Advanced features like passive hydration technology and nutrient flow calibration can significantly impact your plants’ health and productivity.
Remember that proper maintenance, including regular cleaning and monitoring of nutrient solution pH and EC levels, is crucial for success with any NFT system. With the right setup and care, you’ll be well on your way to a thriving hydroponic garden.
