Interesting concept but I agree it could stand to be a bit larger. I personally wouldn't keep a betta in something that small. I do like the water change method, however. BTW, gravel vacs/siphons use 'physics', as well. 
So angry at this "no-clean aquarium" product that relys on physics
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This is actually pretty cool. Of course it should have a filter and heater, but it is much better than people putting them in a bowl. It would be nice if they added a second dump thing for water conditioner. This encourages people with bettas to do really easy water changes.
Throw in a small sponge filter or something similar and a heater and this would actually be a great product.
Throw in a small sponge filter or something similar and a heater and this would actually be a great product.
Interesting concept but I agree it could stand to be a bit larger. I personally wouldn't keep a betta in something that small. I do like the water change method, however. BTW, gravel vacs/siphons use 'physics', as well.
Lol, I agree with it being larger, but their nifty idea for the water changes probably doesnt work well in anything much wider or taller. My experience with bettas is that they prefer taller to wider, so at least that kind of works out. If they made it wider, it would require larger water changes, and probably much larger temperature changes for the betta.
I'm sure the size of the unit is directly related to cost and portability rather than the physics of the unit. It should work in any sized container so as long as it is built to the same ratios to allow water to flow as designed. Temperature swings are an easy fix and a larger unit would allow for a heater, as well. Everyone knows that a larger aquarium is a more stable aquarium, and would actually need less frequent changes than something this small. It looks to be about a gallon at the most so I'm sure water changes on this thing are as easy as it gets, so that's not really that big of a deal. It's a bit too pricey for me, though.
n't they advocate doing the water change every couple days? if so is there really much need for a filter?
They recommend daily water changes. Live plants in the unit would provide ample filtration. Otherwise, there isn't much else going on for a biofilter that I can see. It's the same as a fish bowl but with an easier way to do water changes. If it's easier, then people are more likely to do them. Regardless, I compare it to doing daily water changes to control ammonia on a cycling system with little or no biofilter. Hard to say without looking at it further and testing the water.
Since bettas are air breathers, the only thing they need is a way to stay wet. Such being the case, I don't find that vase all that offensive as a habitat. It sure beats the pots they are bred in and the little water they get shipped in. With being able to withstand a large temperature range, I don't see the need for a heater. But hey, we like to spoil them and buy them all kinds of gizmos, so why not?
This device will prolong many bettas lives. The water chemistry issue is taken care of, not neglected. You are adding water not chemicals trying to compensate for bad water. Just add the water you want the fish to have. Any pH, any salinity, etc. Size and vertical orientation could be improved. Other than that it looks like a good product. Why are you tyring to incite people to strike out at the inventor? That is not logical. How about re-writting the company with ideas to make the product better. Do you really think an angry emotional war is the way to go? My son did tantrums when he was 2.
