Octopus vs Hydra: Which automatic watering kit is best for your crop?

At Netadrip, we've developed two cannabis irrigation kits that are revolutionizing home growing: the Pulpo and Hydra kits. Both allow for precise, automated watering, but they're designed for different types of growers. If you're unsure which one to choose, we'll help you make the best decision for your plants.

The first thing you should know

Both kits include all the necessary components to get started right away. You won't need to buy anything extra. They're also very easy to install, and anyone, even without prior experience, can do it without any problems.

What is an Octopus irrigation kit?

Pulpo irrigation kits are designed for both mineral and organic growing , offering a simple , versatile , and economical system. They are ideal if it's your first automatic cannabis irrigation kit , if you have a grow tent or small room with up to 60 plants , or if you want a reliable system compatible with any type of fertilizer .

Main features

• High flow rate: 150-200 ml/min.
• Compatible with organic fertilizers and water with particles.
• It is very unlikely that the drippers or system will become clogged.
• Perfect for between 4 and 60 marijuana plants.
• Adaptable to different pot sizes.
• Remote control via smartphone.
• Compatible with both drippers and irrigation rings.

Ideal for:

• Organic/mineral growers.
• People who prefer a system that is easy to maintain.
• Those who value reliability and low maintenance.

What is a Hydra irrigation kit?

The Hydra irrigation kit is our high-precision automatic irrigation system. It uses self-compensating drippers with a pressure pump and non-return system to maintain a constant and stable flow rate to all drippers.

It's designed for demanding growers who want the same level of control as a professional grow room. If you cultivate cannabis with mineral fertilizers, are a technical horticulturist, and are looking for the most professional solution on the market, Hydra is the automatic watering kit for the pros. It waters up to 300 cannabis plants with total precision.

Main features

• Total pressure and flow control.
• High precision double stake self-compensating drippers (2 L/ho 40 ml/min).
• Perfect for mineral nutrition.
• Uniform irrigation without channeling*.
• Quick assembly with all components included.
• Expandable up to 300 plants with the same pump.

Ideal for:

• Growers who want to take their cultivation to the next level.
• Large, high-performance rooms.
• Those who practice crop steering and seek total control of irrigation and drainage.

But what exactly is this channeling?

Channeling occurs when water is not distributed evenly in the substrate, leaving some areas saturated and others dry. The Hydra irrigation kit's slow-flow double dripper prevents this, providing balanced hydration to the entire root system.

What you're interested in is, which automatic irrigation kit to choose?

• Choose the Octopus Irrigation Kit if: you grow in soil, use organic fertilizers, have a small crop or prefer a simple, reliable and efficient system.
• Choose the Hydra Irrigation Kit if: you use mineral nutrition, you are looking for maximum precision, you have a large crop and you want to optimize performance with professional control.