i have the 55 kit from walmart. Everything is fine, unless you want plants, then the hood needs to go. I replaced my filter, but you might not need to do that. I love the stand that you can buy from there too. Its very sturdy. I just wish it were the same height as the one they sell for the 29g. I say go for it. Even if you have to replace the filter, you're still getting a good deal. (Around here, just a 55g tank is almost as much as everything in the kit)