There are pros and cons to both internal and external aquarium filters. Some people believe that external filters are better because they are easier to maintain and keep clean. However, internal filters can be less expensive and take up less space. Ultimately, the best type of filter for your aquarium depends on your personal preferences and budget.
If you have a dirty filter in your aquarium, it can cause ammonia levels to rise. Ammonia is a toxic substance that can kill fish and other aquatic creatures. A dirty filter can also cause your aquarium to become cloudy and smelly.
If you have a fish tank, you may have wondered if your fish can survive overnight without a filter. The answer is yes, but it is not recommended. A filter helps to keep the water clean and oxygenated, and without it, your fish may be more susceptible to illness.
You can over filter a fish tank if you use a filter that is too big for the tank. This can cause the water to become too clean and the fish may not be able to survive in it.
4.7/5
Ready-to-use cartridge contains high quality activated carbon that keeps water clean, rinse before replacing
Fits Aqueon QuietFlow Filter: LED PRO Size 20 & up and E Internal 40 gallon
For optimal performance, change approximately every 4 to 6 weeks
Installs in seconds: align cartridge bottom key slot for an accurate fit inside the Filter
Do not clean Bioholster when replacing the cartridge as it contains beneficial biological bacteria
$234
My fiancee was nice enough to buy me an aquarium for two years ago, complete with filters, cartridges, submersible heater, air pump, etc. I received an Aqueon QuietFlow Filter with my gift, and knowing nothing much about the types of filters that existed, I thought it was fantastic. Now, a little over two years later I know a lot more about fishkeeping and supplies, and I still think my Aqueon is a great HOB filter. It works on my tank alongside an AquaClear 50 gal filter, and the setup more than meets my expectations.The filter cartridges, however, are terribly expensive. The only "LFS" (if you can even call it that) in my area is a PetSmart, and while I try to avoid that store, I have two cats, so I'm there more than I'd like to be. Eventually I wander to the fish section, and I surrender my wallet and its contents to the cashier. This same 12-Pack of cartridges at the store is around $42. I get the same exact thing on Amazon for a little over $20, with tax added. I rarely spend less than $35 on this crazy site, so I usually get free shipping, so that's another expense I am not accounting for.I get six more filters online for the same price it costs me to get a 6-pack at the store. Crazy!I think they work very well for the price, and for being just a standard filter cartridge. They're nothing fancy, but I'm satisfied with how they work. I would, and have, recommended this product to friends.
4.6/5
Meets the highest standards of water purification and operational ease
A perfect fit for every filter
Each cartridge is pre-assembled
$234
The most effective and best-quality filters available are those made by Emperor. Size E Cart rages are available in 3 types with bio-wheels. I use the Model 400 for my 45 gallon frag tank, which can house up to six hatchling Alligator Snapping turtles at once. Most will counter that you don't need a filter that big and that 400 is overkill. the 3-year-long bio-wheels, the power, the simplicity of disassembly, the cartrages and extra media holders for a custom mixture of diverse media, including peat and carbon. The absolute best. The incredibly low prices that Amazon gives. These enormous filters cost around $50. The 400 model was $150 in my estimation. That cost is justified. In Rhode Island, two size E cartages cost $13.99 at Petco. Four carts cost $8.99 on Amazon, and if you're savvy enough to sign up for prime, you'll get free shipping and delivery within two days of placing your order. Only $3.99 for same-day delivery land marine The best available active carbon is black diamond. It costs $3 more than, let's say, Hagen carbon. But the duration is doubled. Excellent instructions, Bio-wheels and cartrages, cleaning brushes, bespoke media holders, and intake extensions for deeper water are all included with the Emperor Filters. I have had a dozen aquarium filters that were used for freshwater fish and aquatic reptiles. air bubble filters from the past The Fluval FX-5 canister filter is my favorite. A 75-gallon tank may be handled by the Emperor 400. I wouldn't think twice using one on a 30gal. These babies may be customized for all aquatic creatures and tank sizes for $50. The quality of Marineland canaister filters is inferior to that of Hang-on Emperor filters. I recently returned one that was cheaply manufactured. Why wouldn't the quality be superior with their Emperor series, I don't understand. The top-rated canaster is Eheim. Fluval canasters are excellent. You will need to pay $100 to replace the media in the green machines.
4.3/5
Do not clean Bioholster when replacing the cartridge as it contains beneficial biological bacteria
For optimal performance, change approximately every 4 to 6 weeks
Fits Aqueon QuietFlow Filter: E Internal 3 gallon
Ready-to-use cartridge contains high quality activated carbon that keeps water clean, rinse before replacing
Installs in seconds: align cartridge bottom key slot for an accurate fit inside the Filter
$234
Particularly when I brush down the green algae/mold on the inside of my operating tank, these filters do their job of filtering. Which means the water rapidly turns hazy, yet the filter effectively clears it.Since it is doing its job, it tends to look fairly gross after a while, so I replace it with a fresh filter and rinse the old one under the faucet till it appears [almost] as clean as an unused one before reintroducing it to service. The "fabric" outside of the three filters in this bundle begins to fray after about two and a half months continuous finger cleaning. I then buy another three at that point. It would be good if I could subscribe to them; who knows, maybe I can!Later.
4.1/5
Delivers easy, three stage mechanical, chemical, and biological aquarium filtration
Please refer the Product Manual, Set up Manual and the Instructional Video before use
Convenient Penguin Rite Size Cartridges come ready to use with each filter; Three-stage BIO-Wheel filters for freshwater and saltwater aquariums
Certified flow rate of 350GPH, perfect for all aquariums up to 70-gallon, uses two Rite-Size C filter cartridges
$234
I once worked for a significant state aquarium as a marine biologist. Bio pumps made by Marineland have existed for ages. I've been using them for tanks ranging in size from 10 to 200 gallons, both for saltwater and freshwater. They have all performed beautifully, and I will keep using them as both primary and backup systems. Except for canister systems, they are significantly superior to everything else. However, because of how simple they are to maintain, they are sometimes even preferable to canister filters. Over a single system, I'll take three to four of these at once any day. Simply put, when one fails (breaks), another continues to filter and keep your tank clean. Kindly read! You'll be much happier and amaze everyone with your fish...Advantages:1) You are not required to turn it off. Remove the cartridge, give the replacement a thorough cleaning with distilled water, and then carefully reinstall it in the prepared slots. No problems with o-rings, seals, or shutting down valves.2) They are generally silent, but occasionally make a "bubbling noise" when the water level drops.Usually immediately below the outlets' flat portion. If it happens, it won't harm the fish or the plant; instead, it will produce the "noisy" waterfall sound that some find relaxing. Keeping the water level high is an excellent idea, and don't forget that the bio wheels provide the water oxygen. Containers do not.3) Unless the actual motor fails, they are simple to repair. A wheel wobbles? clean the slots and roller pins. five minutes A pump stops? Try pulling and just clean the cavity's surfaces; this will take you 5 minutes. For those two tasks, you do need to unplug it.TIP- A) Purchase an extra set or two of cartridges as a tremendous favor to yourself. From small family-run pet shops to big-box retailers, they are widely available. In an emergency, you COULD rinse the old ones.B) Purchase a liter jug of distilled water from the grocery store and keep it. Reason? The helpful bacteria will be killed by the trace minerals and metals in tap and even well water, resulting in a few days of foggy white appearance (bacterial bloom).C) Pump unplug for motor/impeller maintenance. Grab the intake tube (square) and lift the top off while jiggling it just a little. On the rubber "grommets" and silver pins you see, clean them with a paper towel and white vinegar. In other words, make sure that everything spins smoothly.D) Bio wheel stuck – simply remove the lid. Do not unplug. Lift the stuck wheel out and wipe the slots where it rests with a Q-tip. The ends of the silver roller pins should be lightly cleaned. Replace. AVOID CLEANING OR WASHING the actual paper wheel.Sound like work to you? It isn't... Ten times as labor-intensive and dirty is an in-tank or canister filter.These filters are fantastic. Get it and pay attention to what I said. You'll be content with it.
4/5
Comes equipped with AquaClear Foam, Activated Carbon and BioMax and Cycle Guard for continuous biological filtration and superior water quality
Re filtration system that offers superior contact time with filter media and energy efficient pump lowers operating costs
Filtration volume is up to 7 times larger than comparable filters
Quick and easy installation
2 year warranty; Ideal for aquariums up to 70 gallons
$234
Since he was a young child and got his first tiny 10 gallon tank, my husband has enjoyed keeping fish as a hobby. When we first met, he already had so many aquariums and different kinds of fish that taking care of them all was practically a second full-time job. We currently have only (ONLY?) five active aquariums, all African cichlids, with pretty shades of blue, yellow, and orange in the various sized tanks (125, 75, tall thin 55, and a tall 15 gallon hex all in cabinetry, along with a typical 50 on a stand in his "man-cave" that he uses as his "nursery" tank when the fish propagate - which is frequently). When we got married and a wife, stepsons He has accumulated a number of filters as well, including clip-ons, external, and internal models, but his favorite by far was his AcquaClear 50, which he had used on his 75-gallon tank for years (despite the fact that the AQ50 is meant for 20- to 50-gallon tanks - he has had no problems at all, and the fish are healthy and, as previously mentioned, frequently reproducing!)He had been using an expensive cannister unit on his 125, but after getting really unhappy with it, he decided to get rid of it and instead installed the AQ50 (assisted by three power heads.) That has obviously required him to clean it more frequently, and when doing so a few weeks ago, a piece of the impeller popped off and was never recovered. Since the neighborhood aquarium supply shop he frequents no longer offers the brand, I was relieved to be able to order the replacement part on Amazon. However, I also got this larger AcquaClear 110 for him to use on the 125. When this little pre-Christmas surprise arrived last week, you'd have thought he had passed away and been taken to heaven! Even though it looked better when the filter unit was concealed inside the cabinet, I can deal with it knowing how much he trusts the AcquaClear brand and seeing how glad he is to have another for his "premier" tank. I'm also thrilled because it's quite quiet, which is my biggest complaint with clip-ons. Who knows, maybe he'll unwrap an AcquaClear 70 on his birthday on Christmas Eve to put on his 75 so that his 50 can join those kids he loves to save and watch develop!Update on 12/12/15: My husband is so pleased with the performance of this 110 filter on his 125-gallon tank that I went ahead and ordered the 70 filter for his 75-gallon tank as well. It appears that they have aggregated the evaluations for all five sizes—110, 70, 50, 30, and 20—on this single item. Anyway, having a happy husband makes me happy (most of the time; not so much on days when there are non-stop football games from midday till midnight!)
3.9/5
Certified flow rate of 150GPH, perfect for all aquariums up to 30-gallon, uses the Rite-Size B filter cartridge
Convenient Penguin Rite Size Cartridges come ready to use with each filter
Please refer the Product Manual, Set up Manual and the Instructional Video before use
Delivers easy, three stage mechanical, chemical, and biological aquarium filtration
$234
Well, I’m pretty amazed at how this filter functions. I have a Betta in a 20 gallon tank. I ordered the (up to 30 gallon) filter and I probably should have gotten the smaller one. This thing is so powerful it’s mind blowing, or fish blowing in this case. My poor Betta was in a vortex, but my tank was pristine in less then half an hour. Luckily my husband and I are incredibly creative and were able to build a water catchment system involving a bottle with holes in it and a self created harness to hold it in place, the end result being we now have an amazing filter, a happy fish, and an oxygenating bubble station all in one! Haha I’m going to order filter floss to stuff it with and hopefully slow down the flow a bit, but I’m very happy with this unit and would recommend (unless you hate falling water sounds, this definitely has a waterfall sound!) I would recommend making sure you get the size for your tank!
3.8/5
Install with a hanger and suction cup or two suction cups depending on desired placement
For aquariums and terrariums
Uses medium Bio-Bag filter cartridges
Designed for Use in aquariums up to 10-Gallons
Remove bottom to access impeller for proper cleaning
$234
The Whisper 40i (or its lesser siblings) don't seem particularly spectacular when you first open the box. It is essentially just an oval plastic bucket with the bottom of another bucket (containing a motor and pump) snapped on. You would be horribly mistaken if you looked at one and thought, "This can't possibly function."Perhaps because they are so straightforward and have so little room for failure, they function as well as they do. The pump never needs to be primed because it is submerged in the aquarium water. When you connect it in, it starts to fill the upper bucket, where the water falls back into the aquarium after passing through the filter pad. No priming is ever required, not even during a power outage. The moment the electricity is restored, it just resumes operation. Unfortunately, some hang-on-the-back power filters will lose their prime and/or fail to restart, which leads to unhappy fish and occasionally a damaged filter. It's sad that not every hang-on-the-back power filter can make a comparable claim.These only operate at one flow rate because there are no flow modifications. Inevitably, if you let it run while feeding, some food may get sucked up. When I feed my fish, I just flip a button on the power strip to turn off the filters for about an hour. I have the filters on a separate power strip. Simple fix that stops the filter pads from clogging up so quickly.The filter pads are left exposed because there is no top or cover (unless you get the type designed for reptiles). This indicates that as water flows through the pads of the filter, it is fully aerated. It also implies that no other internal filter's pads can be changed as quickly when they clog. You can simply hold the pad's top edge with two fingers and remove it out of the water because it is above the water line. The hanging bracket and suction cups don't need any attention at all. You are not required to fully extend your arm into the tank. Easy to change pads are more likely to be changed when clogged because it is more likely to be done when maintenance is required.There are different ways you can fasten the filter. Two suction cups are included in the box, along with a newly created bracket that hangs over the edge of your tank. I use the bracket since it is height-adjustable and I don't have to be concerned about the suction cups losing their grip.The Whisper bio-bags, which are essentially big fluffy poly bags atop a plastic frame with carbon granules within, are the filter pads. These may be easily replaced, and a 12-pack from Amazon costs approximately 60 cents per bag.Years ago, I used Emperor filters, and in my opinion, these bio-bags perform significantly better and are much more affordable than the filter cartridges for Marineland products. The price is considerably lower if you rinse them under running water, which is simple to accomplish. Since your biological bacteria are on a separate portion (that resembles a hair brush) that stays in the filter when you remove the bags, rinsing the bags won't disturb them.You do have a little bit of media choice flexibility. The carbon that comes with the new pads is not required to be used. You are free to put whatever inside the bag, and if you'd like, you can move it to the new bag when you switch them out. Additionally, you are not required to use the separate biological "hairbrush," and if you do not use it, you can substitute another media bag, ceramic rings, or anything else you can think of in its stead.I have four of these mounted on two distinct, 55-gallon and 75-gallon tanks. They are all quite quiet but not quite silent. The motor windings emit a quiet, low hum that somewhat like a transformer. At first, there was a very faint sound that sounded like trapped air, possibly due to cavitation in the pump. These noises, however, are difficult to hear and are not bothersome. And after a few days, the cavitation sound stopped on its own. If the room is completely still and I am standing close to the tank, I can hear the gentle humming sound, but if there is any other sound—conversation, the sound of breakfast cereal being crunched, the sound of a radio or TV, etc.—those sounds are drowned out.Some of the issues that other people have brought up in their reviews seem to me to have been caused by operator error. One person said, for instance, that the filter overloaded and water spilled over the back of the tank and onto the floor. The filter was obviously set too high; mine is positioned such that the top edge is 2 inches below the tank rim. The filter pad WILL overflow when it becomes clogged, but into the tank rather than out of it.Some people describe loud mechanical noises, but to me it sounds like a piece of gravel—or even a snail—got stuck within the pump impeller. Yes, regardless of brand, this may happen with any filter, but it's simple to fix. The bottom of these filters simply snaps off, exposing the pump impeller, which may then be removed without difficulty for cleaning.Additionally, some have claimed that after a few months of use, the filter "stops working." Once more, this is probably because the impeller and the recess where it sits, where debris or gunk sometimes builds up and prevents it from rotating, need to be cleaned.These filters appear to be pretty good value-wise. Since they are made of a sturdy, slightly flexible plastic, it is unlikely that they will break even if you drop one on the ground. Tetra/Whisper filter replacement parts are widely available. And regardless of price, the results are just as good as any other filter I've ever used.Two Nigerian bichers and two Pictus catfish are mounted in my 75-gallon planted tank in the first attached photo. The second shows two more in my 55 gallon community tank, with various tetras, cory catfish, and loaches.
3.8/5
For aquariums and terrariums
Designed for use in aquariums up to 40-Gallons
Uses large Bio-Bag filter cartridges
Remove bottom to access impeller for proper cleaning
Install with a hanger and suction cup or two suction cups depending on desired placement
$234
When you open the box, the Whisper 40i (or it's smaller siblings) don't seem very impressive. It's not much more than an oval plastic bucket, with another bucket (containing a motor and pump) snapped onto the bottom. If you looked at one and thought "this can't possibly work", you would be so wrong.Perhaps they work as well as they do BECAUSE they are so simple, and so have little chance for things to break. The pump sits IN your aquarium water, so it never needs to be primed. You plug it in, and it begins working, filling the upper bucket, where the water flows through the filter pad and spills back into the aquarium. No priming necessary ever, including after a power failure. When the power comes back on, it just starts working again. It's a shame that every hang-on-the back power filter can't make a similar claim, some unfortunately will lose their prime and/or fail to restart, resulting in unhappy fish and sometimes a damaged filter.There are no adjustments for flow, so these only run at one flow rate. Inevitably, some food can get sucked up if you let it run while feeding. I have the filters on a separate power strip, so when I feed my fish, I just use the switch on the power strip to turn the filters off for an hour or so. Easy solution and prevents the filter pads from clogging so quickly.There is no top or lid (unless you buy the model intended for reptiles), so the filter pads just sit there exposed. This means that the water in the filter is fully aerated as it passes through the pads. It also means that no other internal filter is as easy to change pads when they become clogged. The top edge of the pad is above the water line, so you just grab it with two fingers and lift it out. You don't have to disturb the suction cups or hanging bracket at all. You don't have to put your whole arm down into the tank. Maintenance which is easily performed is more likely to be done when needed, so easily changed pads are more likely to be changed when clogged.You have options for how you want to attach the filter. The box includes two suction cups, and a newly designed bracket which hangs over the edge of your tank. I use the bracket, as it's adjustable for height and I don't have to worry about suction cups losing their suction.The filter pads are the Whisper bio-bags, which amount to a thick fluffy poly bag, over a plastic frame, with carbon granules inside. Replacing these is simple, and if purchased in a 12 pack from Amazon, cost about 60 cents per bag.I used Emperor filters for years, and in my experience, these bio-bags work a lot better than the filter cartridges for Marineland products and cost much less to buy. If you rinse them under tap water, which is easily done, the cost is even less. Rinsing the bags doesn't disturb your biological bacteria since they are on a separate part (resembling a hair brush) which remains in the filter when you remove the bags.You do have some flexibility with regard to media options as well. You don't have to use the carbon which is included with the new pads. You can put anything you want inside the bag, and if desired, transfer it to the new bag next time you change them out. You also don't have to use the separate biological "hairbrush", and if you leave it out, you have room to put another media bag in it's place, with ceramic rings, or whatever else you can think of.I have four of these, mounted on two separate tanks, one 55 gallons, the other 75 gallons. All four of them are not quite silent, but very quiet. There is a soft, low hum from the motor windings, a little bit like a transformer humming. At first there was also a faint sound like air trapped somewhere, perhaps cavitation in the pump? But these sounds are hard to hear, and not distracting. And the cavitation sound went away on it's own after a few days. I can hear the soft humming sound if the room is totally quiet and I stand near the tank, but if there is any significant sound from conversation, crunching breakfast cereal, a radio or TV, etc, then they are drowned out.Some of the complaints others have mentioned in their reviews sound a bit like operator error to me. For example, one person said the filter overflowed and sent water over the back of the tank onto the floor. Clearly, the filter was mounted too high....mine are mounted with the top edge 2 inches below the rim of the tank. When the filter pad becomes clogged, it WILL overflow, but into the tank, not out of it.Some describe loud mechanical noises, which sounds to me like a bit of gravel, or perhaps a snail, found it's way into the pump impeller. Yes, this can happen with any filter, regardless of brand, but it's easy to repair. In these filters, the bottom just snaps off, exposing the pump impeller, which is then easily removed for cleaning.And some have complained that the filter "stops working" after some months of service. Again, this is likely due to a need for a cleaning of the impeller and the recess where it sits, where debris or gunk sometimes builds up and prevents it from rotating.On a benefit/cost basis, these filters look really good. They are made of a tough, slightly flexible plastic, so even if you drop one on the floor, it is unlikely to break. Parts for Tetra/Whisper filters are readily available everywhere. And the results are as good as any other filter I've ever used, regardless of cost.The first attached photo shows two mounted in my 75 gallon planted tank, which contains two Nigerian bichers, and two Pictus catfish. The second shows two more in my 55 gallon community tank, with various tetras, cory catfish, and loaches.
3.8/5
SPACE-SAVING DESIGN: Your aquarium can be flush to the wall with the internal filter designed to clip on your tank wall and be hidden by décor
FOR 4 GALLON AQUARIUMS: This Whisper Internal Power Filter uses small filter cartridges and adjusts easily to high or low water levels
27 GPH PUMP: The internal 27 GPH pump cycles a 4 gallon aquarium more than 6 times per hour
EVERYTHING YOU NEED IS INCLUDED: This pack contains the hinged lid, tank clip, internal filter and filter cartridge
TWO FILTERS IN ONE: Cartridge floss catches debris and fish waste, while Ultra-Activated carbon removes odors and discoloration
$234
The Whisper 40i (or its lesser siblings) don't seem particularly spectacular when you first open the box. It is essentially just an oval plastic bucket with the bottom of another bucket (containing a motor and pump) snapped on. You would be horribly mistaken if you looked at one and thought, "This can't possibly function."Perhaps because they are so straightforward and have so little room for failure, they function as well as they do. The pump never needs to be primed because it is submerged in the aquarium water. When you connect it in, it starts to fill the upper bucket, where the water falls back into the aquarium after passing through the filter pad. No priming is ever required, not even during a power outage. The moment the electricity is restored, it just resumes operation. Unfortunately, some hang-on-the-back power filters will lose their prime and/or fail to restart, which leads to unhappy fish and occasionally a damaged filter. It's sad that not every hang-on-the-back power filter can make a comparable claim.These only operate at one flow rate because there are no flow modifications. Inevitably, if you let it run while feeding, some food may get sucked up. When I feed my fish, I just flip a button on the power strip to turn off the filters for about an hour. I have the filters on a separate power strip. Simple fix that stops the filter pads from clogging up so quickly.The filter pads are left exposed because there is no top or cover (unless you get the type designed for reptiles). This indicates that as water flows through the pads of the filter, it is fully aerated. It also implies that no other internal filter's pads can be changed as quickly when they clog. You can simply hold the pad's top edge with two fingers and remove it out of the water because it is above the water line. The hanging bracket and suction cups don't need any attention at all. You are not required to fully extend your arm into the tank. Easy to change pads are more likely to be changed when clogged because it is more likely to be done when maintenance is required.There are different ways you can fasten the filter. Two suction cups are included in the box, along with a newly created bracket that hangs over the edge of your tank. I use the bracket since it is height-adjustable and I don't have to be concerned about the suction cups losing their grip.The Whisper bio-bags, which are essentially big fluffy poly bags atop a plastic frame with carbon granules within, are the filter pads. These may be easily replaced, and a 12-pack from Amazon costs approximately 60 cents per bag.Years ago, I used Emperor filters, and in my opinion, these bio-bags perform significantly better and are much more affordable than the filter cartridges for Marineland products. The price is considerably lower if you rinse them under running water, which is simple to accomplish. Since your biological bacteria are on a separate portion (that resembles a hair brush) that stays in the filter when you remove the bags, rinsing the bags won't disturb them.You do have a little bit of media choice flexibility. The carbon that comes with the new pads is not required to be used. You are free to put whatever inside the bag, and if you'd like, you can move it to the new bag when you switch them out. Additionally, you are not required to use the separate biological "hairbrush," and if you do not use it, you can substitute another media bag, ceramic rings, or anything else you can think of in its stead.I have four of these mounted on two distinct, 55-gallon and 75-gallon tanks. They are all quite quiet but not quite silent. The motor windings emit a quiet, low hum that somewhat like a transformer. At first, there was a very faint sound that sounded like trapped air, possibly due to cavitation in the pump. These noises, however, are difficult to hear and are not bothersome. And after a few days, the cavitation sound stopped on its own. If the room is completely still and I am standing close to the tank, I can hear the gentle humming sound, but if there is any other sound—conversation, the sound of breakfast cereal being crunched, the sound of a radio or TV, etc.—those sounds are drowned out.Some of the issues that other people have brought up in their reviews seem to me to have been caused by operator error. One person said, for instance, that the filter overloaded and water spilled over the back of the tank and onto the floor. The filter was obviously set too high; mine is positioned such that the top edge is 2 inches below the tank rim. The filter pad WILL overflow when it becomes clogged, but into the tank rather than out of it.Some people describe loud mechanical noises, but to me it sounds like a piece of gravel—or even a snail—got stuck within the pump impeller. Yes, regardless of brand, this may happen with any filter, but it's simple to fix. The bottom of these filters simply snaps off, exposing the pump impeller, which may then be removed without difficulty for cleaning.Additionally, some have claimed that after a few months of use, the filter "stops working." Once more, this is probably because the impeller and the recess where it sits, where debris or gunk occasionally builds up and inhibits it from turning, need to be cleaned.These filters appear to be pretty good value-wise. Since they are composed of a sturdy, slightly flexible plastic, it is doubtful that they would break even if you drop one on the ground. Tetra/Whisper filter replacement parts are widely accessible. And regardless of price, the effects are just as fantastic as any other filter I've ever used.Two Nigerian bichers and two Pictus catfish are mounted in my 75-gallon planted tank in the first linked photo. In my 55-gallon communal tank with numerous tetras, cory catfish, and loaches, the second image depicts two more.
3.7/5
Please refer the Product Manual, Set up Manual and the Instructional Video before use
Certified flow rate of 200GPH, perfect for all aquariums up to 50-gallon, uses the Rite-Size C filter cartridge
Convenient Penguin Rite Size Cartridges come ready to use with each filter
Delivers easy, three stage mechanical, chemical, and biological aquarium filtration
$234
The filter is functional and attractive for the price, however during the first few days, I noticed two significant instant problems.1. The biowheel's water splashing noise can be quite loud. If the water level is slightly too high, it is loud; similarly, if it is slightly too low, it is loud. It is quite quiet as long as the water level is maintained at the ideal level. The biowheel has now been taken out until a new filter arrives.2. Water regularly "spits" or "pops" at the water's surface when the biowheel is in the filter, shooting incredibly tiny droplets of water several inches into the air. This has two problems. The first is that within a day, water residue marks cover everything on the top of the tank (the filter, light fixture, and tank edges). Second, the rate of evaporation and water loss is unbelievable. A 30 gallon tall tank lost roughly 2-3 gallons of water in 4 days.I'm going to stop losing now and look for a new filter.
No, fish do not actually need a filter. However, a filter can help to keep the water clean and provide a healthier environment for the fish.
You might need an air pump if you have a filter, depending on the type of filter you have. Some filters require an air pump to function properly, while others don't. If you're not sure whether or not your filter needs an air pump, consult the manufacturer's instructions.
Oxygen is produced as a by-product of photosynthesis, which occurs when sunlight shines on water molecules in the presence of chlorophyll. Oxygen is released into the air and eventually dissolves into the water, where it is used by aquatic plants and animals. Internal filters do not produce oxygen, but they can help to circulate and aerate the water in an aquarium. This is important for the health of the fish and other aquatic creatures living in the tank.
If you have a fish tank, you know that keeping it clean is important for the health of your fish. But what do you do with the fish when it's time to clean the tank? Most people remove their fish from the tank when they clean it. This allows them to clean the tank more thoroughly and without worrying about harming the fish. If you do remove your fish from the tank when you clean it, be sure to put them in a safe place, like a bowl or bucket of water. You don't want them to jump out and hurt themselves.
Do air bubbles in a fish tank serve a purpose? The answer is both yes and no. If you have a fish tank with a filter, you do not need air bubbles as the filter will do the job of aerating the water. However, if you do not have a filter, then air bubbles can help to oxygenate the water.
If you want to keep your aquarium water crystal clear, there are a few things you can do. First, make sure you are using a good filter and that it is changed regularly. Second, don't overfeed your fish, and remove any uneaten food from the tank. Third, do regular water changes, and vacuum the gravel to remove any debris. Finally, don't overcrowd your tank, and choose fish that are compatible with each other. By following these tips, you should be able to keep your aquarium water crystal clear.
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