Category: Equipment

Best nano filters for aquariums up to 5 gallons & Betta fish

Filters are an essential piece of hardware in nano tanks of 5 gallons or less. The small volume of water in these tanks means effective filtration is extremely important to the health of your livestock. […]

Best submersible LED lights for fish-only and low-tech tanks

All great aquariums need great lighting and one of the simplest and boldest options is a submersible aquarium LED light. These underwater lights will save you on your electricity bill and allow you to display […]

Best 300-watt aquarium heaters for 60-75 gallon fish tanks

If you’re keeping a 60-75 gallon tank and are finding a perfect heater for the tank, what you need is a 300-watt heater. In this review, we look at some of the best 300-watt heaters […]

Best 200-watt aquarium heaters for 50-55 gallon fish tanks

There’s no doubt that a good heater is an essential part of a successful aquarium. What most aquarists have a problem with is choosing the right heater for their tank. The best way to do […]

Best 50-watt aquarium heaters that are rated for 10-gallon fish tanks

Some hobbyists love to start with small tanks under 10 gallons. And if yours is a 10-gallon tank, you will need a 50-watt heater to keep the temperature right for the fish. In this review, […]

Best Hang-On-Back filters for fish tanks from nano to large

Also known as power filters, hang on back (HOB) filters are a basic recirculating water filter design that was created specifically for aquarium hobbyists in mind. They are great for beginner aquarists, especially if you […]

Best freshwater aquarium LED lights with automatic timer control

One of the most important equipment you need to make your freshwater aquarium fully functional is the lighting. Aquatic plants need light for photosynthesis while fish need light to see each other as well as […]

Best 36-inch LED lights for 30-50 gallon tanks (fish, plant, reef)

With a 30-50 gallon tank, you can start your aquarist journey in so many ways as you want. You can have a setup with a fish-only, a saltwater reef, or a freshwater planted tank. To […]

Best aquarium filters from different types and guide for choice

When you begin setting up your aquarium you know that you need to filter the water but there are many, many types of aquarium filter systems to choose from. In the tank? Outside of the […]

Best 75-100 watt heaters that are rated for 20 gallon fish tanks

In order to maintain a healthy water temperature range in a 20-gallon fish tank, a 75-100 watt aquarium heater is the right choice. Features like adjustable temperature, safety-shutoff, and easy-to-setup are what you should look […]