Fluval 405
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I can't speak to that particular filter but I bought a six-stage RO DI 100 gpd system on ebay for $110 that cost at least $250 anywhere else and up to $350 in some places and I'm really happy with it. Just check out the ratings of the ebayer you're buying it from.
I also bought co2 equipment from welding supply stores that was half the price you pay from fish stores, even online.
I guess everybody's got to make a living somehow!
I also bought co2 equipment from welding supply stores that was half the price you pay from fish stores, even online.
I guess everybody's got to make a living somehow!
Watch the shipping and handling charges on eBay auctions -- they often are pretty outrageous. You may want to facter that into your decision and weigh which way would be better. PetSmart will honor their internet pricing at the store, I believe Petco will also. Have you checked Fosters and Smith, Big Al's and some of the other vendors?
Ebay is fine for something like an RO unit, tis where I got mine. But I would not get something as important as a filter from there. I would buy it from a known vendor. This way returns ect ect can be made in the event it breaks or malfunctions. Buying one from Ebay your pretty stuck if it breaks 30 days later.
$170 seems to be the going price for one. I seriously wouldn't pay that much for this filter. It's like they put an adjustable flow control on a 404 slapped a new name on it and upped the price by 70 bucks. WTF! I think not. get a filstar they have very good reviews and are 70 bucks cheaper. Big Al's Online Aquarium Supply
$170 seems to be the going price for one. I seriously wouldn't pay that much for this filter. It's like they put an adjustable flow control on a 404 slapped a new name on it and upped the price by 70 bucks. WTF! I think not. get a filstar they have very good reviews and are 70 bucks cheaper. Big Al's Online Aquarium Supply
Ohh and pure one more thing i did a little research on the RENA Filstar XP 3 Canister Filter and I have a question. is it only for saltwater tanks? and does the filter come with everything needed or I have to buy the filter media sepratly? All i am asking is. Does it have everything? are you using the filter yourself. If yes can you post a pic of the setup? Thanks again
No I do not have one, but like I said before they have darn good reviews here. I use the fluvals. Not because they are any better mind you. Just most of them where given to me. Kinda hard to beat free ya know.
Like Orion said they are for FW or SW, altho I wouldn't use any canister filter on a SW tank.
Like Orion said they are for FW or SW, altho I wouldn't use any canister filter on a SW tank.
Keep an eye out for sales, I got mine 305 for during the opening of a new pet store. They go on sale periodically and I think that's the best time to get them. I did a review in the equipment section on my 305 http://www.myfishtank.net/forum/equipment/38339-fluval-305-personal-review.html Its just a 405 with a few less baskets and a lower flow rate.
You can buy Fluval 404's on Ebay for 90 bucks plus 18 bucks for shipping and handling.
I have had the XP series and I like the 404 much more. The 04 series is far superior to the 03 series. I do agree that the 05 series is way over priced.
I like the fact that the Fluvals are made out of ABS plastic and they do not seem to be as brittle as other canister filters.
I bought a 304 and a 404 on Ebay in the past month. Both are the same thing I would get at the pet stores and they cost a lot less too.
My 304 was 59 bucks plus 12 bucks shipping and handling.
Get the Fluval for the 90 bucks and you will have a canister filter that will last you a lifetime.
I have had the XP series and I like the 404 much more. The 04 series is far superior to the 03 series. I do agree that the 05 series is way over priced.
I like the fact that the Fluvals are made out of ABS plastic and they do not seem to be as brittle as other canister filters.
I bought a 304 and a 404 on Ebay in the past month. Both are the same thing I would get at the pet stores and they cost a lot less too.
My 304 was 59 bucks plus 12 bucks shipping and handling.
Get the Fluval for the 90 bucks and you will have a canister filter that will last you a lifetime.
recently i compared my 204 too a brand new 205 and found that it is much more than what pure says, it has a better design for the racks the media buckets slide on, meaning it is now pretty much impossible to try and put a bucket in and do it incorrectly. also the motor is much smoother when pumpin full capacity against a lot of dense media you no longer get the slight burps and sags as in the 4 series, IMHO i would go with the 5 series if you can but dont get me wrong i love my 4 series an incredibly reliable machine.
cheers
-Java
cheers
-Java