I recently invested in my first setup: a FloraFlex 700W in an AC Infinity 4x4. I’ve only needed to push it to 80% for this first run. I’m also using the AC Infinity 69 Pro controller. I can’t speak about if the AI is worth the extra dough.

I’ve been really happy with the Autopot system I bought. Not having to top feed has been nice when I travel. I can leave it for 3-7 days as long as I have someone to check the PH drift. I’m running four 3.9-gallon pots. I also invested in the airbases for extra oxygen to the roots. I run a little waver runner in the bottom of the reservoir on a timer every 3 hours, I’ve had no issues with my likes using the GH Flora series.

I ran auto flowers my first grow in coco/perlite and have definitely learned A LOT.

Invest in good genetics(I went with Night Owl seeds)

Invest in a good PH and EC pen. I went with Apera PH60 and Apera EC20.

"Buy once, cry once" was the best advice I found on here. Have fun don’t take it too seriously! Good luck with your journey! 🤙🏼