10 Best Hydroponics Kits in 2022 (Master Gardener-Reviewed)

Those who want to grow big will love this Wi-Fi-enabled advanced grow light system. The modular design features two gardens and two grow lights. The lights' adjustable height ensures that the pods can allow tall veggies and plants. The advanced control panel lets you customize and control the right and left sides of the independently. 

It features default settings for certain plants like herbs and tomatoes and has a timer that you can set based on growing needs. It also alerts you about low plant food and water and helps you adjust the light. The display features the number of days since you've planted. All these functions can be controlled using Alexa and your smartphone. 

A few reviewers reported that it stopped working after a few days. On the other hand, most reviewers loved the garden and attested to it helping plants grow faster and healthier. Those who bought more than one loved how they could stack them for vertical gardening. Many complimented it ease of control and beautiful design. 

This DWC kit is a simple system for newbies. It comes with one bucket to grow one plant in a five-gallon high-density polyethylene bucket. The system comes with a six-inch lid that contains a growing medium where you can place seeds or seedlings for them to grow using the nutrient-rich water below. 

With an air stone and tube, the air pump oxygenates the water in the bucket and helps the plants develop a healthy root system. The blue water level indicator attached outside the bucket is a great addition that reminds you of the need to add water to the bucket. 

Some users complained of water leaks from the base. And the pump didn't feel strong enough for some. But many beginners loved using this kit for growing a range of plants, especially tomatoes. Some reviewers complimented the significantly bigger air stone that could help oxygenate the water well. 

The AeroGarden is a kind of aeroponics system containing seed pods suspended inside a nutrient-rich water reservoir. It works using a pump that oxygenates the water then pumps it to the roots. The full spectrum 20-watt LED lights help the growing process by maximizing photosynthesis. 

The light arm can be extended up to 12 inches to adjust with the plants' growth. Plus, there are reminders to alert you of nutrient and water deficiency. All these keep the AeroGarden system a highly automated choice to grow your favorite herbs and greens. 

For some buyers, the too-bright LED light was an issue. Many other reviewers recommended this easy-to-use and easy-to-set-up system. It helped many buyers who followed the instructions grow herbs and veggies year-round.

This sizeable kit with 108 grow sites incorporates the Nutrient Film Technique of hydroponics. It comes with a timed water pumping system that can run on its default setting or be set manually to suit your needs. The grow sites are fitted with planting cups and sponges.

The system comes with the necessary items to set up. All you need to add is a three to five-gallon bucket filled with nutrient-rich water. Be it vegetables, fruits or flowers, you can grow those in this abundant three-tier kit, as long as they don't have big root masses or need large amounts of nutrients.

However, some users didn't approve of the metric sizing for the pipes because it's hard to replace parts locally. Others wish the pipes were black to prevent algae growth. But, found it fairly easy to put together the system. They could easily fit it inside their garage or on the patio.

This hydroponic kit from iDOO comes with a water circulation system to increase the amount of oxygen in the water and help the plants grow faster. The powerful LED light also encourages photosynthesis and features three light modes for optimal plant growth. It can also be adjusted to accommodate plants around 14 inches tall. 

The grow lights also change their colors based on the mode you select. And when required, you can turn the system to sleep mode to turn the pump off for 12 hours. You can use this system to grow seven plants.

There were complaints of the system being defective or having weak parts. But most were happy that the hydroponic system was simple to set up and loved the automated lighting feature. Many appreciated the different light modes and the system's ease of use. 

How about hydroponics outdoors? The hydroponics system that we're reviewing here is sizeable yet compact enough to move around. It has casters that let you place it on your patio, indoors, or outdoors. The best part is that the system doesn't need electricity to grow plants in its five grow pots. 

For better plant growth, you can add nutrients to the water. The plants are then placed above an aeration screen to encourage oxygen flow to the plants' roots. With fewer accessories, this user-friendly system is easy to set up and use.

Some reviewers complained that the caster wheels were too small for the weight of the fully set-up planter. But many others loved growing a variety of plants in this self-watering plant box. Several reviewers praised it for its mobility, so they could transport it to areas to follow the sun. 

If you're looking for a compact hydroponics kit for your kitchen, this is it. It comes with three pods, a water reservoir, and an LED lamp. The water reservoir doesn't hold a pump, but the pods come with a special soil technology that wicks up moisture from the water below. This ensures that the plants don't take excess water to grow. 

Its water level indicator is a visual reminder to refill the tank. The kit is so compact that it can be transported easily to a window sill or a table if you're running short of counter space. Click and Grow offers a wide selection of pre-seeded plant pods, such as basil, cilantro, thyme, lavender, cherry tomatoes, and wild strawberries. 

But some users found mold growth on the pods. One reviewer recommended placing the kit in sunlight for a while for mold prevention. On the other hand, many reviewers loved the kit because it was a simple and easy solution to grow herbs year-round. 

This hydroponics system with a three-layer trellis will be a good bet for growing plants like cucumbers, peppers, and big tomatoes. The unit comes with three pods containing a growing sponge, placed inside a water reservoir with a built-in pump. The unit beeps when it's time to add water.

More layers can be added to the trellis for support and stability based on the plant's growth. You can also use this kit to grow microgreens, flowers, and herbs. Most large plants attain harvest state in less than two months and microgreens in two weeks. The space-saving design also lets you place it anywhere indoors or outdoors. 

However, a few users found the system malfunctioning after a few days or leading to root rot and mold. On the other hand, several reviewers praised the unit for its efficacy in growing tomatoes and zucchini. Some reviewers also loved the system because it was easy to set up and the customer service was great. 

This advanced growing kit fits 12 pods and an LED lamp that can go from five and a half to 12 inches, with settings to grow veggies and flowers or fruits. The lights will automatically turn off after 18 hours and turn back on after six. The pump inside the reservoir ensures good water circulation for the roots to breathe. 

The fan fitted onto the lamp can mimic nature's breeze, and at 20 decibels, it'll make no more noise than the sound of rustling leaves. The fan and pump can run for 30 minutes before turning off, and the water level indicator is a visual reminder of when you need to fill the tank. 

Regardless, there were some reports that the system stopped working after a few months. But through most reviewers, it was found that the kit was easy to put together. Many who compare it to Aerogarden say they prefer the faux wood look of the light and the fact that it has 12 planting holes.

This is the best kit for beginners who want to grow a few plants yet don't want any sophisticated system. It comes with six or eight net pots, two air stones, an air pump, a medium-sized water tank, clay pebbles, rockwool cubes, and tubing. 

The plant slots are adequately spaced to grow herbs or greens under sunlight or grow lights. The tank is also compact, so you can easily transport it outdoors when needed. 

Some buyers had trouble assembling the system due to poor instructions, and there were a few reports of the pump malfunctioning. But those who had minimal needs loved growing herbs, veggies, and greens using the system. It was perfect for beginners, and several reviewers complimented the customer service.