What filter in 75gal tank

[jglove276]

Are there any preference on what type of filter to use on a 75 gal tank. I am looking at either a power filter that may be included with the tank or I was considering a canister filter. Are there pros and cons between the two. Of course I’m looking for superior water quality but I must consider ease of use as well.

 

[Crispino Ramos]

I really like the Rena XP3 for ease of use, durability, power, filtration, cycling, easy to clean, and I have 3 of them - one on each 75 gallon tank and another one for a 40 breeder.

 

[CWO4GUNNER]

For unrefuted superior performance in both water quality, lowest maintenance and lowest cost per GPH-filtration capacity, at $220 shipped nothing come close to the FX5 in off-the-shelf canister value & performance.

 

[fishorama]

I have a Rena XP3 & AC 70 on my 75g, I like 2 filters on bigger tanks

 

[Lab_Rat]

I'd also go with an XP3 and a HOB rated for 70g or so. I think the combo is good on larger tanks.

 

[Squawkbert]

Eheim 2217 if you're going planted, couple of lg. HOB Biowheel filters if not...

 

[bazil323]

I'd go with a canister for the superior media capacity. I like power filters, but I think they work best on tanks under 55g. Personally, I would have both, canister as primary and power filter as a backup/quick-start-for-QT.

As to what brand, it's a personal choice, but Marineland C-series (I have a C360 on my 75g, love it!), Eheim, Fluval, and Rena are all pretty well regarded. There are others that don't have the reputation yet, such as Sunsun, but those 4 are the top dogs right now.

 

[accord728]

I'd also go with an XP3 and a HOB rated for 70g or so. I think the combo is good on larger tanks.

I agree!

 

[Jill-O]

I too have a Rena XP3 on each of my 75g tanks. I also run two Penguin 350 HOB's on them as well

 

[jglove276]

I'd go with a canister for the superior media capacity. I like power filters, but I think they work best on tanks under 55g. Personally, I would have both, canister as primary and power filter as a backup/quick-start-for-QT.

That’s great I didn’t think of having both for that reason thanks for the info.