I'm considering transition from a whisper HOB to a cannister filter. I go to one LFS that recommends Eheim and the next says Fluval, which is it? Are Fluval filters just as good for less....please share your thoughts!
Eheim vs. Fluval
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Eheim was the first in the game, but they're both good brands, as is Rena. What size tank do you have? Maybe someone can make recommendations on a specific cannister based on your tank.
The only cannister filters I have used is a mag 350 , eheim ecco 3336, and a eheim classic 2217.
In my experience I would give eheim the edge,all and all it seems better built and needs less maintanence. Im currently using the 2217 on my 75 and it does a great job.
In my experience I would give eheim the edge,all and all it seems better built and needs less maintanence. Im currently using the 2217 on my 75 and it does a great job.
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I also use the 2217 on my 75 gallon and have had no complaints. Quietly running for 4.5 years problem free.
I also use 2 - XP2s on my 90 and they work well also, but I still like the Eheim better (don't know why, just do..lol)
I also use 2 - XP2s on my 90 and they work well also, but I still like the Eheim better (don't know why, just do..lol)
I run a Rena XP3 on my 55 gallon. Love it. Only complaint is that the intake tube is blue. I have no idea why they do this.
I've got a 55G... so I'm leaning toward the Fluval 305 because I'm worried that my HOB is nearing the end of its career. Plus the cannister would be an upgrade. What might anyone recommend?
