Despite the many stripes in the kit, I can never do just one test. In 25% of the cases, the color change behaves strangely. Sometimes there are spots of different colors on the pads. Yes, I follow the instructions. The pH test is the most unreliable of all, typically reading 6.5-7. A reliable API water test kit (pipette version, not strips) will always show a pH of 7.8-8. I would trust the test. Nitrite and nitrate for a rough estimate, but kh and gh seem pretty weird too as the results vary from band to band.
π§ͺ Enhanced API Replacement Test Tubes with Caps - Ideal for API Freshwater Master Test Kit - 24 Count Box
8 Review
Fluval A7551 CO2 Indicator Kit
9 Review
π Seachem Stability 250ml: The Ultimate Fish Tank Stabilizer for Freshwater and Marine Aquariums
9 Review
Fish Water Quality API Test Kit
9 Review
π U-BCOO Aquarium Gravel Cleaner Fish Tank: Manual Siphon for Efficient Filter Gravel Cleaning and Water Change in Tanks
22 Review
Steam cleaner Deerma Deerma DEM-ZQ610 EU, white/red
68 Review
𧲠Efficient Magnetic Fish Tank Cleaner: KEDSUM Floating Clean Brush with Handle Design
34 Review
Jasonwell Magnetic Aquarium Fish Tank Glass Algae Cleaner - Floating Brush (L Size)
37 Review