Systems & DIY9 min
DWC vs NFT vs Aeroponics: Which System Should You Build?
A field-tested comparison of the three most popular hydroponic methods — by yield, cost, complexity, and crop fit.
Apr 12, 2026 · Marta Vega
Issue 01 — Spring 2026
Urban hydroponics, measured not guessed.
We test systems, lights and nutrients in a small Madrid apartment, then publish what worked, what didn't, and the numbers behind both.
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