Is this pump/res combo worth it?

[tpctcn]

I am completely new to water cooling, so I am picking out parts purely out of aesthetic value. I always liked how tube res looks, and I found this thing today http://www.frozencpu.com/products/16994/ex-res-422/AquaComputer_Pump_Adapter_w_Aqualis_Reservoir_and_Pump_Installed.html?tl=g30c107s152#blank

Only thing is, it's $200 just for the pump and reservoir, so I am wondering if there are cheaper/better alternatives while still looking like this.

 

[Tsumi]

That's about the normal price for a tube reservoir with pump. Koolance makes several as well, and so does Bitspower. What you find on FrozenCPU are your only options. The only thing you can do is either try to find better prices from a different retailer or try to find used ones.

The pump itself brand new is around $80. The pump tops that support tube reservoirs are anywhere from $30-60. The tube is the additional $50-80.

 

[tpctcn]

So if this performs well then I should just go with it right? Does it perform well though?

 

[Tsumi]

They all perform very similarly. Some better than others, but the difference is minor. Aesthetics should be the greater concern when it comes to this.

 

[tpctcn]

I'll get this then. Thanks!