Post your Fav. Filter
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I don't even know how a biowheel could be a "pain in the @$$"? The 3 biowheels I have on 2 different tanks have never given me a problem. They're basically a no-maintenance filter addition that adds significant bio-filtration. The AC filters are ok, but I think they can have more motor-noise than some others.
For a completely differnt type of filter: I like the Whisper 10i to put in a smaller tank (like a 5-10g QT or fry-rearing tank). A cheap filter that is very quiet and adequately filters the water.
For a completely differnt type of filter: I like the Whisper 10i to put in a smaller tank (like a 5-10g QT or fry-rearing tank). A cheap filter that is very quiet and adequately filters the water.
My favorite filter is the Ehiem classic canisters. Simple, sturdy, effective design that is dead quiet.
One of my new favorites is the Zoo Med 501 mini canister filter i am running on one of my 10 gal tanks. Near dead quiet, can toss in whatever type of media i want and is small enough that its not a hassle when cleaning time comes around.
I also have never had a problem with the three bio wheel filters i currently have running. Almost no motor noise and only the Penquin 330 has above average water trickle noise. I tend to find it relaxing.
One of my new favorites is the Zoo Med 501 mini canister filter i am running on one of my 10 gal tanks. Near dead quiet, can toss in whatever type of media i want and is small enough that its not a hassle when cleaning time comes around.
I also have never had a problem with the three bio wheel filters i currently have running. Almost no motor noise and only the Penquin 330 has above average water trickle noise. I tend to find it relaxing.
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Personally I like Penguins / Emperors, Fluvals and Filstars. But most of the other quality brands are just as good. It becomes more a matter of personal preference, opinion, and/or experience when all things are considered. Therefore I really don't think there is one "best" filter. They're all pretty good except for the known junk brands.
HOB, Canister, or both????
I have a 55 gallon tank with a pair of Dempsy's (4 inches), a cichlid pike (3 inches) and a Royal Pleco (6 inches). I currenlty run a Whisper 60 and an UGF. That system worked fine until I added the Royal. Wow do they have a lot of waste!!
Since then I have been vacuuming the gravel 2X a week and the filters need to be changed about every week. If I go two, its clogged and overflowing. Obviously I need more filtration.
If I were to get a canister filiter (which I have never used), would that be OK by its self or should I keep the HOB going as well? I would love to only run one if it will do the job. I will keep the UGF going regardless (unless there is a reason I shouldn't). Any input would be appreciated.
I have a 55 gallon tank with a pair of Dempsy's (4 inches), a cichlid pike (3 inches) and a Royal Pleco (6 inches). I currenlty run a Whisper 60 and an UGF. That system worked fine until I added the Royal. Wow do they have a lot of waste!!
Since then I have been vacuuming the gravel 2X a week and the filters need to be changed about every week. If I go two, its clogged and overflowing. Obviously I need more filtration.If I were to get a canister filiter (which I have never used), would that be OK by its self or should I keep the HOB going as well? I would love to only run one if it will do the job. I will keep the UGF going regardless (unless there is a reason I shouldn't). Any input would be appreciated.