Is that the test strips where all the tests are on one strip?
The readings are not bad, not really. If your tap water tests out to be about the same especially with the GH and KH then you should be fine. The similar tap water readings will keep from stressing the fish out when you do water changes.
They don't have to exact, with 2-3 degrees is fine assuming you are not adding anything to change them.
Also, I know it means some more expense, but if you can, switch to the liquid test kits. Much more accurate and I know they cost a little more but they have 10-20 times as many tests and are much more accurate.
i dont know where you live so its difficult to say. i bought one recently and it cost me £20. it will last a while though - much longer than your strips
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