I hate messing with them, so I don't unless I have to. Eheim got their reputation when no one else had a clue what they were doing, and their filters are good. The nice thing about tools like this, is it doesn’t require much effort and eliminates having to do a water change with a traditional siphon. IMHO the eheim 2213 is a big pain in the ass. I like the price of that a bit better than the 300+ dollar than the top of the line fluvals... Why do you hate the 2213? We switched from a fluval canister to an eheim for the turtles and while we liked the eheim much better, we were never quite happy with cleaning it or the water quality. This guarantee is valid with proof of purchase only and is limited to repair or replacement only at our discretion. Fluval Pro Vac … I've decided I'm nervous about buying a used filter (harder to make sure everything is still working imo). The 06 covers are better, only one clip, but you still have the one. EHEIM. It's extremely easy to setup and take apart to clean. 31 May 2016 #1 Hi there I have a 100ltr Aquaone 620 which is planted and stocked with South American species (Bolivian ram, bristlenose, black phantoms, dwarf corys, marbled hatchets, amano shrimp). Cleaning for diease while fish still in the tank, Filter broke - what to do with filter media, Petition Petco to raise Betta min tank size from 0.25 gal to 3 gal in their "Betta Care Sheet", Tank of the Month, FishForums.net is one of the internet's oldest and premier Tropical Fish and Aquarium forums! I also have a Rena (now API) Filstar XP3 canister, since 2009. Cost is not an issue here. One thing I've noticed is that eheim's canister has a lower GPH rating, but boasts to filter larger tanks than the fluval 406. Thats amazing Byron! Eheim - I've had Eheims and they are great filters though for the money per the flow rate I just think they are too expensive. The Fluval ProVac replacement duel density filter pads are a direct replacement form the ProVac gravel cleaners. The Fluval AquaVAC+ is guaranteed against defects in material or workmanship under normal aquarium usage and service for 1 year. Fluval ProVac Dual Density Filter Pad - 4 Pack (0015561110785) 4.5 out of 5 stars 98. The fluval is also slightly easier to take apart imo. FLUVAL ProVac est un aspirateur électrique fonctionnant sur secteur permettant de retirer toutes les saletés en suspension ainsi que tous les résidus organiques déposés sur le fond de votre aquarium, sans en aspirer le sable. Good suggestion! I'm in the market for a new canisters -- one for a 90 gal and one for a 30 gal, both with large bioloads. I called Petsmart and someone named Brenda said she believed it was the 405s that were being shipped (she cited the info in the product description as being for the 405). EHEIM. Come here to enjoy pictures, videos, articles and discussion. Also has a button on top to prime it. $59.99. Thanks for all the feedback guys! We (she) decided to go bare bottom for ease of cleaning. ProVac offers consistent, powered suction to remove dirt and debris in a flash. They are also very quiet. Next. However, I can't stand their bright green tubing, super white lettering (we get it, you're Eheim), and their tank rim adapters are non-existent on most/all models. I want to buy a new canister filter for my 50 gallon planted tank. Thread starter grumpysumpy; Start date 31 May 2016; grumpysumpy New Member. Filtr Fluval 405 vs Eheim 2073 pro 3 4 ... že eheim je sice krásně tichoučký (ale to byl nový fluval taky), ale jinak - regulace průtoku je na stejném principu, hůř se vyndávají koše a hlavně když vyndám horní dva a ve filtru nechám vodu (nebyl jsem zvyklý ji vylévat), tak ze třetího koše vyplave všecko sekané potrubí určené k mech. Higher flowrate than EHEIM. Title says it all. This shopping feature will continue to load items when the Enter key is pressed. The Eheim Quick Vac Pro is a battery operated aquarium vacuum. The battery powered gravel cleaner enables you to clean the gravel substrate in your aquarium with ease, independently of your regular of water changes. two years from the date of purchase. Petsmart has a 30% discount on Fluvals; Fluval 406 is $167.99 after discount on $239.00. It was either a Fluval 305 or 405 or a Eheim 2217. FLUVAL 106 vs. Eheim ECO 130. Product Reviews Hide Reviews Show Reviews Related Products; Customers Also Viewed; Out of Stock. £8.99. Eheim is simply reliable, they have the long track record to prove it. The dual density filter cartridge ensures effective cleaning without polluting the aquarium water. The dual density ensures all large and small particles are trapped resulting in crystal clean aquarium water. This guarantee does not cover consequential loss or damage to livestock or personal property. 405) have an achilles heal in the clips on the impeller cover. The Fluval ProVac may require plugging in, but it also ensures you have enough juice and power to get the job done. + easy and safe to use (no power cables + fully submersible with watertight on/of switch for use with all … The main difference is flow vs media capacity, fluval being strong in flow but eheim with higher media capacity. CDN$9.99. eheim substrat pro vs fluval g-nodes Eheim Votes: 2 100.0% Fluval Votes: 0 0.0% Total voters 2; Poll closed Feb 21, 2015. Member. Page 1 of 1 Start over Page 1 of 1 . Fluval Pro Vac. Fluval may be a useable filter, but it is not in the same league. I purchased a new Fluval G6 and would like to fill it with the best working, longest lasting, (before clogging), bio-media. This one works like the Python, except that the hose measures 5 feet long so you’ll need a bucket for the dirty water. Direct replacement for the Fluval ProVac. Re: Fluval FX6 vs Eheim 2080, vs EHEIM 1500XL (2260) od zdenok » 15 Máj 2016 19:25 pm tie dve kolečka sú na nič. Der er LED belysning ved suget, så kan de mørke områder også ses. We're also here to help you if you need advice. Fluval Pro Vac Pads 4pk x 1. Joined 31 May 2016 Messages 1 Location UK. $52.99. They will be going in a 55 gallon Hap./ Peacock tank. The Fluval ProVac is guaranteed for defective material and workmanship for a period of. I hate mine. The fluval also primes a little easier due to the stick on top while I have to shake the eheim. She does weekly water changes and has a happy healthy Axolotl. Fluval ProVac removes dirt and debris very quickly with its pro level cleaning ability. Fluval vs. Eheim? The eheim has a smaller outer dimension though if cabinet space is a concern. EHEIM 2080 PROFESSIONAL 3 vs FLUVAL FX5. This gravel cleaner works with 12V power supply. For the 30g I would just get an eheim 2213, fro the 90 I would get an fx6 (an fx4 will be ok if you don't want to spend the extra cash, but imo its worth it). the eheim professionel II or the fluval 404? It enables you to clean your gravel without regard to water changes. This may be due to the fact that the eheim seems to hold a lot more media. I have a aquatop cf400uv on my 90 with cichlids but for titles I'd probably do the cf500uv. Feb 14, 2015. Tue Sep 27, 2011 7:53 pm. The gravel cleaner is battery operated -usable anywhere (batteries included). Fluval ProVac Filter Pads . MY 13 year old daughter has her first aquarium. £7.30. Eheim is simply reliable, they have the long track record to prove it. Fluval G3 or Eheim Pro 4e. The 90 gal is a turtle tank, so bio load capacity I think is the way to go vs flow strength. For the 30g I would just get an eheim 2213, fro the 90 I would get an fx6 (an fx4 will be ok if you don't want to spend the extra cash, but imo its worth it) No more battery changes! Fluval ProVac er udstyret med en kraftig 12V motor som sikre en effektiv og vedvarende brug. £12.91. We are a family friendly community with an incredible resource of information for fish owners and enthusiast alike. The review of these two filters is finished thanks to the … £7.30. I am currently running a Fluval … At a Glance. Fish of the Month, Pet of the Month and more! Dual density layers. I'm looking for the BEST (within reason). JavaScript is disabled. Feb 14, 2015 . Im super impressed with it! You could go either way honestly. Fluval ProVac Gravel Cleaner, 11077 4.2 out of 5 stars 270. Fish of the Month, Pet of the Month. Fluval 406 vs Eheim 2217. And go! For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Fluval may be a useable filter, but it is not in the same league. This warranty does not cover any damages to the unit, livestock or personal property due to leaking batteries. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Update Re: Fluval 306 vs Eheim 2217. Does this also work for HOB? Joined 14 Jul 2010 Messages 30. $25.99. So lets argue -- if I want the best, do I go for Fluval or Eheim? They have great flow, great media capacity and arrangement, and are very reliable. £7.32. I've heard good and bad about both, so i thought I'de see what you good people had to say about it.. Fluval ProVac Gravel Cleaner Fluval’s addition to the innovative cleaning products is the mains powered ProVac gravel cleaner for fast effective cleaning for your aquarium. I like eheim.it's what my tank is.I have never used there filters.I have only ever used fluval and never had a problem. Dolfan. Quick Vac Pro - Automatic Gravel Cleaner - Eheim. Fluval ProVac ne peut être utilisé qu'avec du sable ou du quartz dont la granulométrie est égale ou supérieure à 2 mm. ive been looking at the eheim professionel II and the fluval 404. i have a few questions: 1) what would you recommend? On the other hand, it is designed for a nano aquarium, so you’re not going to transport endless buckets of water to and from the tank. I'm torn between the increased circulation of the fluval 406 and the increased biomedia of the eheim 2217. I'm getting kind of tired with the Cascade 1000 because it has bypass and isn't the quietest filter out there. The main difference is flow vs media capacity, fluval being strong in flow but eheim with higher media capacity. Suitable for use the ProVac Powered Aquarium Gravel Cleaner (Item # 11077). Online only, free shipping, till Feb. 3. It has performed well, but this brand has not been around anywhere near as long as Eheim, so it is difficult to say if it will be as reliable. A used 55g with one Axolotl, bare bottom and a few decorations. Contains more media volume than EHEIM Pro 4+ 350. £9.97. BigXor. I have not used the Classic, but I have had three Eheim Pro II canisters since 1996/1998 and they are still running without issues, ever. Jul 20, 2014. The subreddit for anything related to aquariums! The FX5/FX6 is an unmatched beast and would be what I would put on your 90. Fluval ProVac bundrenser gør det let at få renset godt og grundigt op i bundlaget i akvariet. You could go either way honestly. They all have great hardware (intake strainer, tank rim adapter, etc.). Fluval Biological Cleaner for Aquarium 250ml 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,047. I love this filter. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. I have heard that both can leak but I do know they are pretty quite. Fluval Clear Max Phosphate Remover 300g - 3 x 100g - treats 3 x 100L, 0.38 kg 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,052. What do you think? I'm willing to drop a few hundred dollars. hey ive been thinking about my future tank (either a 55 gallon or 75 gallon probably) and i was looking at canister filters. Der er aftagelig integreret filterpatron EHEIM Quick Vac Pro Automatic Gravel Cleaner And Sludge Extractor. so much less hassle. 6 Dec 2015 #1 I'm planning a planted fishbowl and indecisive about choosing a filter. I bought a fluval aquaclear 70 for my 75g with minimal knowledge on quality of brand. I have not used either of those brand names, but … Its like 200$ less than the fluval that was recommended but not as powerful either. Thread starter ndrj1; Start date 6 Dec 2015; Tags eheim fluval 106 external canister bowl planted; ndrj1 Member. When we switched to the Aquaclear 500 with double sponges, water quality improved dramatically as cleaning the filter is far far easier than a canister - hence it gets done more often. The eheim uses suction cups which I hate. La Masse filtrante ProVac Fluval à double densité élimine les petits et les gros déchets pour un nettoyage complet. Fluval 107/207 and 106/206 Phosphate Remover Pad, 0.064 kg 4.7 out of 5 stars 127. Fluval has slowly learned through trial and error, but the end result is the best canister on the market. ZaneSun Aquarium Fish Tank Gravel Cleaner,Siphon Vacuum Pump Gravel Cleaner Fish Tank Water Changer Adjustable Flow Control Tape& Aquarium Algae Scraper Double Sided Sponge Brush Cleaner Scrubber 4.1 out of 5 … Well i got my Eheim classic 350 as they're called here. I wish they would do something equivalent to the covers on Rio pumps. Customers who viewed this item also viewed . Cheap garbage at the end of the day, especially the SunSun/AquaTops (all my clients with them have had issues and ended up replacing them sooner or later). 1 offer from CDN$79.99. It is safe for use in fresh or saltwater tanks that are a minimum of 12 inches deep. As long as you are careful, you shouldn't have any problems, but it still isn't a bad idea to have a replacement impeller cover on hand in case you eventually break the clip. Dolfan. Or another brand? Fluval Pro Vac & Pads. The employee at the store personally recommended it and i took her advice as the price was good and the gph worked with what I wanted. Resp. Definitely going with Eheim! I think they are basically a nicer version of the Filstar (similar shape and tray layout). Press J to jump to the feed. I also have a Cascade canister that is good, but not quite powerful enough to handle the bio load. At least, in comparison to the fluval's 06 series. I have never once been using an Eheim and thought, "I wish Fluval had that.". If I had to use something besides Eheim or Fluval, it would probably be the Hydor ones. Thanks for the honest opinion Fish Herder! EHEIM Fluval EDGE Gravel Cleaner. Eheim Hose, 9/12 mm 4.2 out of 5 stars 36. I currently have an API Filster that is something like 5-6 years old and starting to crap out. EHEIM Automatic "Everyday" Fish Feeder - EHEIM. Signstek 5 in 1 Stainless Steel Aquarium Tank Tweezers Scissors Spatula Tool Set 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,452. The smaller model (i.e. Eheim Substrat Pro vs Fluval G-Nodes. I'll look into that one. Water is really clear, and it runs very quietly, And Bricko, that built-in heater sounds amazing! The EHEIM Quick Vac pro Sludge extractor is an automaic gravel cleaner for fresh and marine water aquariums. Fluval. The others all suck for the most part. Check out the FishForums.net Monthly Contests including the Tank of the Month, Fluval Pro Vac Pads 4pk x 2. As you can take from the name, it’s designed for the Fluval EDGE tank, which is a nano aquarium. slúžia na poznačenie kedy si naposledy čistil filter akože si tam môžeš nastaviť mesiac posledného čistenia. We reserve the right to repair or replace at our option. Cons: Valve lock assembly is lever based, could be prone to breaking if not careful. Does have the UV sterilizer though. Member. Hopefully the convenience means you’ll take more time to get rid of waste that causes water issues before its an issue. You must log in or register to reply here. Member. Jul 20, 2014. Fluval ProVac Powered Aquarium Gravel Cleaner. Eheim Hose, 9/12 mm 4.2 out of 5 stars 36. ProVac Powered Aquarium Gravel Vaccum Cleaner - Fluval. Elle convient au Nettoyeur de gravier ProVac Fluval (11077). Quote: Originally Posted by Protues55 View Post. Filters will be compared on 1) Setup and ease of use 2) Flow rate in actual tank situation as % of pump rating 3) Time to convert 40ppm of Ammonia to Nitrate in identical tanks with identical media 4) Actual power costs 5) Cost of running (ie: replacement media costs) 6) Value for money. I have decided to go with an Eheim filter over a Fluval filter after doing an extensive amount of research on both. Phishphin. The ProVac gravel cleaner has improved suction powered by a 2-speed motor filtering through the duel density filter pad for removing anything from large to microparticles from beneath the gravel. Ideal for quick and effective cleaning, the cordless Pro Vac offers a convenient battery powered operation and replaceable filters to reduce and simplify maintenance time.  ProVac offers... Out of stock. Priming is by means of using a "push-pull" piston movement, more tiring to operate than EHEIM's push type. Its the only cannister I've owned and I love it. Fluval ProVac is a batteryless, motor driven powerful Gravel Cleaner for aquariums from 20 up to 60 cm in the heigth.