Incubator purchase advice

[HourihanRanch]

So me and the family are looking to hatch some eggs. I'm looking to get one of the incubators they have at tractor supply.
The two that they have the "farm innovators pro" And the other is the "little giant".

The farm innovators seems like it has better reviews but I don't want to waste my money.

Anybody and I'm shopping invites for a newbie?

Thanks

 

[fire370]

Welcome. Are you wanting to do this as a 1 time deal or possibly multiple times? I run multiple cabinets and separate hatchers but have been around the block a few times with the styros. I know these are local and yes they work but for a styro jobber I would have to recommend the Genesis 1588. Just a better more reliable unit in my opinion. You will probably have to order this unit and it is more expensive. Have you ever thought about making one? This is best and most economical way to go. Use the search bar look through some of the threads.

@Sally Sunshine has compiled a huge directory of incubation tips, incubators and everything else you can think of. I'm on my phone right now but hopefully she'll come over here and post the link for you.

 

[Sally Sunshine]

Welcome. Are you wanting to do this as a 1 time deal or possibly multiple times? I run multiple cabinets and separate hatchers but have been around the block a few times with the styros. I know these are local and yes they work but for a styro jobber I would have to recommend the Genesis 1588. Just a better more reliable unit in my opinion. You will probably have to order this unit and it is more expensive. Have you ever thought about making one? This is best and most economical way to go. Use the search bar look through some of the threads.

@Sally Sunshine has compiled a huge directory of incubation tips, incubators and everything else you can think of. I'm on my phone right now but hopefully she'll come over here and post the link for you.

great advice..... I wouldnt trade my cooler incubators for any other! CoolerBATOR CABINET/COOLERBATOR ~

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TIPS TRICKS adding Fans and Thermostats
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canadachickens Bator Build post #30935
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Sallys manual cabinet turner with trays post #32186
Egg trays, also look at Cutler Supply and Hawkhead Hatchery Equipment
Manual PVC turner for incubator HERE
How to put a turner back together post #36330
Hatching baskets Egg Trays and sizes/depths post #64634
DIY Egg Tray Hatching Baskets out of Hardware Cloth post #64620



Tons more info and the link to the actual thread we are on is at the link below as well.....
https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/incubating-w-friends-helpful-notes-links-informational-post-links