View Full Version : AquaClear vs Emperor?
I'm looking for everyone's opinions on these two filters. I will be setting up a new 29 gallon tank before too long and am trying to decide between an AquaClear 300 or Emperor 280. I have been using AquaClear filters for a good while, but am considering making a change. Have any of you used both? If so, what are your opinions of each? Thanks!
JSchmidt
10-08-2003, 2:48 PM
Both are good, you'll find strong proponents of each.
I prefer the Emperors, especially if you get rid of those disposable cartridges and use AC 500 foam in the filter wells of the Emperor. Works great, lasts forever.
I doubt you'll have regrets going with either filter.
Jim
125gJoe
10-08-2003, 3:42 PM
I have liked the AquaClears.. What are "disposeable cartridges" used for?
With AquaClears, you decide what filtration media you want inside of it.
NJ Devils Fan
10-08-2003, 3:53 PM
I have 2 emperor 400s on my tank and they are great. I took the blue part off the cartridges and made my own with the black thing. I used a chair cushion that I got from a craft store.
Thanks for the replies. I decided to try something new and went with the Emperor. I hope I made the right choice!