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Marineland (Aquaria) AMLPFK20B Biowheel Aquarium Kit with LED Light, 20-Gallon

Marineland AMLPFK20B Biowheel Aquarium Kit with LED Light, 20-Gallon

3 stars because of the filter. Upgraded from a 10 gallon to this 20 gallon; bought at PetSmart. Main reason I chose this model/kit is because it seemed like the hood and light are replaceable, and the rectangular tank size standard for other vendor's parts if needed. The second is that the LED light fixture is protected by a clear window on the hood, so it won't get corroded by water splashing up from the filter or evaporation.

UPDATE 5/1/2012: Replaced since purchasing 2 months ago Filter, Hood, and Light because the Bio-Wheel filter splashed water everywhere including up onto the wall behind the tank, which become extremely noticeable after I treated the tank with salt. What a mess, plus if you don't keep the water level up, the splashy sounds are super-loud. Replaced the filter with an Aqua-Clear, and will keep the Bio-Wheel as a back-up. Then, my low-light plants failed to thrive because I'd moved the tank further from the window and the LED isn't for plants, so bought an Aqueon glass canopy and T5 light strip but still use the LEDs from the kit, too, especially the blue at night. Plants are great now, but I like the hood in the kit better than the glass canopy, and hope MarineLand comes out with a light for plants that fits.

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Exo Terra Terrarium Stand

Upon receipt of the package, I was surprised when there was no overpackaging, just the manufacturers box, but I guess a 60lb box is too heavy for the package smashers to throw, and there was no damage to the stand.

However I should have known something was amiss when I went to separate the items and sort them out, but the pictures in the instructions didnt match up to the actual pieces presented. Fast forward 30 minutes and after careful review the stand is assembled with just the doors left to be put on. Fast forward another 30 minutes, the doors are on, but dragging on each other, or the side of the cabinet, and the screw holes are blown out from all the tweaking that has been done to even be able to open the doors completely. Fast forward to the next day, the matching (empty!) terrarium that was set on top of it had broken the corner of the particle board.

This stand is utter crap, none of the doors open without dragging, the corner pins which are supposed to match up with slots in the terrarium feet to keep it from sliding off dont match up at all, the corner cracked under the weight of an empty terrarium. I bought a $99 cabinet/stand from a furniture store made from solid pine, assembled it, stained it, and ended up with something much better. Afterwards I taunted the exo-terra stand, making many implications about its mother, before returning it for a refund.

I wish i listened to the one review on this product before buying it but i took a hopeful chance that my experience would be better. W was wrong! I bought this for my 12yr old son for christmas for his bearded dragons new larger tank to sit on. I searched a lot out there to fit this size tank and was hard to find at a decent price. I decided on this one and really wish i went with another option.

First when it arrived it was in its original packaging, nothing else protecting it from being shipped and bumped around, and it arrived looking like it went through the ringer, box was ripped in many places, not to mention the box is black and left black marks on hands clothes and on the our kitchen floor. This item definitely needs better packaging to help from getting damaged because it had some damage.

Setting up this item, took my husband a good portion of time. The directions were horrible and not detailed at all on how to put this stand together. Also there was a huge crack on the top part of the stand that the tank sits on (probably due to poor packaging of course) and a main hardware piece (the latch) is missing from the top part of the top drawer that locks it into place. This door has since falled open and knocked my 4yr old son in the head because it does not latch properly without that missing piece. Also there is a good sized scratch on front of the right side door

If it was up to us we would return this item right now and look for a better stand for my son that will not come damaged, but he likes it and wants to keep it. So we are considering keeping it if a few of these problems will be corrected by this company and our broken, damaged or missing parts will be replaced. We will need a new top board that is not cracked across the top and has the correct latch hardward attached so that the top drawer can be closed properly. Also will need a new right side door that doesn not have a scratch across it. I never write bad reviews but this one definitely needed a review. I love amazon and buy many many great purchases through them over the years at great prices, but definitely not happy with this purchase!

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This stand fits perfectly under the large terrarium. There are nubs in the corners that match spaces in the tank to help secure the fit. There is plenty of room for all the snake supplies and then some inside.

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This stand is sturdy and fits the tank perfectly. The upper pull down door is perfect for the critters food and supplies.

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The stand makes the whole set-up complete. I have a very heavy Exo-terra sitting on it, so I know its sturdy enough. I didn't like the directions, basically a few pictures of rectangles. I won't be moving this around very much because I have a feeling its better left undisturbed.

UPDATE 6/24/12I'm still happy with the stand. I broke my promise of never moving it, it's been scooted across a tile floor with a VERY heavy tank on top of it. Several times. I had put this type of furniture together before, maybe that's why I had no problems. I made a large hole in the backer-board to let cords pass through, I keep my timer and power strip inside the top compartment.

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Danner 14580 Large Ring Air Diffuser, 7-Inch

Hooked this up to the Danner 04520 1700CUIN AP-20 Pond Air Pump in place of the diffuser that came with it, and am very pleased with it. It's so easy to place in a deep pond with the net filled with gravel, and it generates tons of bubbles. My pond is crystal clear and fish appear happy and healthy.

It works alright. I have it on a Pondmaster (Danner) AP-20 at a depth of 2 feet, and maybe 8 feet of hose. It just seems like there should be more air coming out of the ring. I previously had the diffuser that came with it, on 3 different 6 inch air stones and a ton more air came out of it.

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Aquarius Aq12005g Glofish 2 Hex Shape 1.6-Gallon Aquarium Kit

I bought each of my kids one of these tanks for their bettas. They love them. They can each pick which light setting they want. I was hoping the bettas would glow more, but that has nothing to do with the tank. I also bought a small filter for the tanks to keep them cleaner. Great tank for the price.

I bought this tank January 2, 2013 for my Betta Jack. It was great for the first few weeks, then the lights weren't so bright anymore and now they're going out. I don't think this tank is worth the price being asked or what I paid for it by a long shot. I cannot find anyway of replacing the bulbs and the inside the hood is rusting. For all of this nonsense, plus there is no filter or anything special about this tank, other than the "great" LED lights, lol, I would not buy this again. I would not buy another tank like this again either.

BTW, quick note, another reviewer stated he was annoyed with the crappy filter, there is NO filter. That is a bubbler, NOT a filter.

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The aquarium I received is actually 1.8gal so that's a bit of a bonus, but in all other respects it's not worth nearly the list price (I was able to purchase it on sale). The undergravel filter keeps the water clean, though you should use gravel or decorations from a healthy, established tank when setting this up to ensure you have the proper bacteria started. After just a week of use, I noticed that screws in the hood had already begun to rust. Also, you can't use an automatic timer to turn the light on. So far all the LED bulbs seem to work fine though I'm guessing that once they go, though I would rather have the one small standard bulb that is used on most other similar small aquariums.

All in all, it's not bad but I wouldn't recommend paying more than $20 for it, if that much.

UPDATE: About 6 months after purchasing this aquarium, all of the white LED lights went out. I feel confident saying that my level of use is not excessive I kept this tank at my desk at work so the lights were only on for about 10hrs per day, 5 days a week. Also, the air pump which came with the aquarium becomes quite noisy after several months, so I had to replace it with a more powerful, though nearly quiet one. All-in-all, I'm disappointed.

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Looks nice, but you'll have to add a small filter if you don't want stinky and cloudy water. I had to add a small filter and it's okay now.

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Although I received a different aquarium than I ordered this one is fine. I was not sure about the different color lights. I prefer an aquarium with lights that actually heat the water. But overall it is a good product.

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Hydor Performer Skimmer In Sump/Out of Sump for Aquariums, 100-150 Gal Range

Hydor Performer 705 Recirculating Skimmer - Universal Installation, in sump or out of sump - For Aquariums 200-300 gal

I just received the skimmer yesterday so I can't comment on it's performance, but it looks like a good unit.

The comment I will make is that it doesn't come with a water pump. I spent about 1/2 hour looking at the documentation online before I purchased trying to determine what else I need. I would have liked to have it indicated that a pump was not included. Frustrating to have to re-order parts later.

I believe that this has the potential to be a great skimmer, however, I'm not sure I will ever know. I have a problem with the skimmer maintaining a consistent water level in the tank, going back and forth every minute or so between staying where it should be and them dropping 5 inches before returning. So the problem is that the water level doesn't stay high enough to skim on a consistent basis. I'm guessing that it's not a big deal to fix, but the Hydor web site (nice looking but no useful content) has no info in it's forums, and a call to the USA phone number was met with a message to not call them, but to submit a message through the web site, which I have done and am waiting foe someone to call that hopefully I can explain the problem to and get some ideas. I wanted this type of skimmer because it did not have to be placed at a certain height, and didn't have to be in the sump. (I have the 3005 model). What little time is skims successfully, it is awesome, but that's not very often. If I manage to solve the issue I believe it will be great, but with no access to customer service I don't know what to try next.

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Initially I had purchased a Performer 2005 and received it broken. Apparently it took a hard hit somewhere in the shipping process to Amazon and the whole body was shattered and in pieces. Called Amazon and they were wonderful (as usual, that is why I am a Prime Member and try to ONLY buy through Prime). They immediately sent out the 3005 because they had no more 2005's in stock and I needed a skimmer for my 450 gallon tank. Got the 3005 and the top of the collection cup was cracked all the way through around where the cap attached to the circular underside. OK, that was not a deal breaker since the skimmer could function with the cap cracked. Set up the unit and waited for the break in period which is usually no longer than a week. Called Hydor and they told me that it could take up to 10 days. By the 10th day it was still doing nothing. Called Hydor again and they told me to take the sponge out of the Seltz pump which was running it. Well then it decided to overflow all over the place...I had 5 gallons of water all over the room, so I called them again and they said it should not do that, then they decided that there must have been an error in lining up the outlet valve so the markings on the unit did not correspond with the amount of water it was letting out. Then it decided to go from nothing to overflowing Again and dumped out another 5 gallons on the floor. At that point I had had enough and called Amazon who cheerfully issued the call tag and is issuing a full refund.

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Up Aqua Ceramic Bamboo Shelter, Small

Looks good. Fresh water shrimps appear to enjoy the shelter. Nice addition to fish tank. Comes in three attached, does not separate.

This is a excellent item for shrimps to hid in during times of molting. This provides them shelter. Helps with the breeding process.!

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Vibran-Sea Narrow Eel Grass Silk-Style Aquarium Plant, Extra-Large 18-19 tall, Green

This looks very good in the picture but I have found that it does not stand up in the tank, kinda curls over and the edges have started to fray after only a month. After a couple of months the plecos in the tank have shredded it. I am going to have to remove and replace. Do not buy if you have large plecos.

All Glass Aquarium AAG21236 Fluorescent Deluxe Hood, 36-Inch, Black

Item arrived with broken hood keeper on one side. Had to tape it together but it still doesn't stay open right. Light is very bright. Only one large cutout for filter cup (I need two.)

I should probably have spent an extra $10 and bout one at the local petsmart.

the product was exactly what we needed and arrived quickly with no trouble. The light is nice & bright for our fish tank.

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I was a little nervous purchasing this item. Once I received it tho, I was very happy with my purchase. It is very sturdy and the plastic is very strong. The lights aren't blinding, but the perfect level for the room and my fish. I also like that it has a push switch on the back to turn it on and off instead of one of those you have to twist.

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This is a great light, it fit perfectly on my tank. Quick service got it with in three days. Was very easy to assemble.

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The hood fits fine on the tank itself, using a standard filter. I had to C-U-T the rear section of the hood at both ends to allow for Penguin double filters AND a top mount heater. I used a saber saw to enlarge the openings on both ends as the standard break out are way too small. The light is a full spectrum light and it does show the neon fish rather well. You get what you pay for. Not a bad deal, if you know how to saw. Remember though, alter the product and void the warranty. I have been getting too many requests for the size from here. Amazon should edit their own page and include the answers to the most asked questions. So without further ado, Dimensions are 35 1/8 inches wide by 11 3/8 inches deep.

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Laguna Pressure-Flo 3200 UVC Filter

I have owned this filter for about three years and run it 24/7. The difference it made in my pond clarity was like night and day. I can actually see my fish again!! The UV 25 watt lamp replacement is spendy and I go through at least one a year but it is well worth it. When the lamp burns out, my pond does not take long to tell me, as the clarity soon deteriates. I recently discovered the backwashing function did not seem to be effective any longer but finally figured out the foam filters which are scrubbed in the cleaning process shrink over time and no longer make contact with the scrubbing blades. Replacements are now on the way. Living in Montana, I am forced to move fish and filtration system into my garage in the winter but I have found this easy to do. Highly recommend this product to anyone who cares about keeping healthy, clear water in their pond!Laguna Pressure-Flo 3200 UVC Filter

I have a 700-800 gallon koi pond and I purchased this to replace my last filter that died after 5 years. This filter was cheaper, and did a far better job. This summer I had no problems with algae at all, the UV worked as advertised. Additionally, the filters are incredibly easy to clean using the backwash feature. Considering the ease of maintenance and overall performance of this system I would definitely purchase it again. As an added bonus this item was HUNDREDS of dollars cheaper then at the local aquaculture store. Be sure to read specs many manufacturers seem to change the names of some identical products.

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I brought the Laguna Pressure-Flo 3200 UVC along with the Laguna Max-Flo 2900 Electric Waterfall and Pump because I thought I was getting the best. I spent $500 for both. And because I spent that kind of money, we hired a electrician to run electric underground and mounted outlets by the pond. It took over a month to get this done and find the right flexible hose to connect both. Before I even got a chance to plug them into the outlet, I went to connect the intake hose to the filter and it cracked!!! I plugged them both into the electric outlet and water was shooting out!!! $350!!! I was desperate. I put Gorilla Glue and eventually bought a can of rubber spray to seal the crack. I called Hagen, who manufactures the Laguna products, to complain about the poor quality of their product. (If you look at the picture of the filter you'll see how thin the side intake area is compared to the outtake area and the area that dispenses the waste. Oh no, you can't see it because it is on the right side.) Their reply was "We do not cover that. Do you want to make a formal complaint?" He gave me an email address.

I was able to find a replace lid from a company online for $40, but I'm trying to make due with what I have. It looks ugly. Unfortunately, in the last four days I've went in the back yard to find an empty pond. The hose keeps coming off the filter. I connected the hoses to the attachments that came with filter. First time I had electrical tape to try and secure it. Second time I had a clamp screwed in tight. It still came off!!! My husband helped me put an additional clamp on both using an power drill to make sure they are secure. I'm so paranoid. I keep looking out the window to see if there is water in the pond. Fortunately, the pump is still working!!!

Would I recommend this filter to anyone??? NO!!! I almost have my mind made up that if it disconnects again to just buy a skimmer or just connect the pump to a waterfall attachment and count the loss. We shall see. By the way, when it is connected the pond is nice and clear. But just the problem of worrying about it leaking where it cracked and the hose disconnecting is too much!!

Signed,

Very Disappointed

July 22, 2013

Update Well, the Gorilla Glue and rubber spray finally gave way. Fortunately, I had ordered the replacement lid from Amazon for $29. Thank you Amazon!!! Was able to transfer everything over to the new lid. I was shock on how the flow of the waterfall is so much stronger now. I finally go my pond the way I want it. No thanks to Laguna!!!

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After 6 months or so the filter foam elements shrink and the cleaning blades become ineffective. Also somehow mud bypasses the foam elements and settles in the bottom. In order to get it working, filter elements are to be replaced and filter cleaned on a regular basis.This is expensive and time consuming. I am replacing it with a filter but without foam elements, and the biospheres can be back washed.

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We purchased this UVC filter thinking we were getting one of the best on the market. It did a great job of reducing the algae in our koi pond within a few days. Things went great until we put it away for the winter. We VERY carefully disassembled everything and packed it away with cushioning. In the spring, we carefully inspected and reassembled everything. Once it was running, we quickly realized the UVC light wasn't working as the algae was getting the best of the pond. I ordered a new replacement bulb thinking it was regular maintenance and per the owner's manual.

The algae got worse, so I took the thing apart again. The bulb was clearly blown--black smudges near the connectors. I ordered a new bulb and consulted the owner's manual. I did the wet test as per the book and found there was water inside the quartz sleeve, which obviously blew the bulb. Now I have to find someplace to get it fixed, or I can buy a new head assembly for eighty bucks.

Boo! I wish I'd bought a different style of UVC light, which was all we really needed.

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Penn Plax Radius Curved Corner Glass Aquarium Kit, 5 gallons

I purchased this aquarium kit as an upgrade from my Betta's bowl. The aquarium itself is a decent, rimless glass tank for the price. A nice little extra is the mat cut to the tank's footprint that comes in the kit. The hinged top is a piece of plastic so that it is unbreakable--which is good since the hinges come apart frequently with use. There is a tiny submersible filter that does work quietly and can contain sponge, carbon or ceramic media.

The light that comes with the kit is nearly unuseable. It is a mere 0.6 watt LED which is barely enough for a 'moon light'. The really annoying thing is there is no on/off switch and you have to plug and unplug the lamp to operate it.

For about $64.00 shipped, this works as an upgrade for the Betta bowl, but is definitely not suitable for maintaining live plants. If it were not a definite shipping expense to return, I would send it back and save the cash for a better setup.

This turns out to be a very nice tank with a good strong filter. The only minus that I have noticed so far is the hood. A Cheap little piece of plastic with cheap hinges that don't work very well. I have replaced there hood with another hood I had. The tank is a good looking solid glass tank and well shaped.

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JW Pet Company Fusion Air Pump 300 Aquarium Air Pump

Title says it all.

This thing sounds like a miniature motor running.

It completely drowns out my filter's sound which isn't really loud, but it does it to a point where you literally can't hear the filter unless you're a foot away.

Terrible unless you keep your aquarium in the basement or likewise isolated area.

Drove me insane.....only after 2 days too.

Going to try : http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0009YJ4N6/

cause it's got great reviews and whisper in its name.

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the above one sucks too. Does not live up to it's name

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0048B1M1I/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i01

^^^ is amazing. Hardly any noise, super compact, blends in well.

It was quite silent for a few days but after a week it is soo annoying. If the pump is on an open shelf like mine it can be very disturbing..

I have a valve connected to control the airflow into the tank and when I increase the air amount the buzzing noise increases as well.. very disturbing.

The reviews said that this was a silent pump. I don't know if the noise is a result of a faulty product or a faulty design but this one is going back.

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I bought this pump because it was supposed to be quiet. HA! I plugged it in and said "UT OH! This isn't going to work. No way!" After three minutes I couldn't stand the noise any more and unplugged the darn thing. So disappointed.

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Bought this one on impulse from lfs. Had I read reviews first I wouldn't have gotten it. I can hear the pump as I write this two rooms away :( How did they describe it? amazingly quiet? lol

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Putting "quiet" on the box doesn't actually change the way it sounds.

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Mermaid with Dolphin Ornament - 3.5 in. x 3.5 in. x 5 in.

and this one is perfect. Our 55 gallon freshwater tank is in my 8 year old son's room. I have always been fascinated w/ mermaids and really wanted one for our tank. When I first started looking 2.5 years ago, most were just a bit too grown-up for what I thought should be in my kid's room. (this one is a replacement for my original one that ended up covered in black algae due to my ignorance now that I'm wiser = had to replace my original one). Its cute, holds up well as long as you don't try to scrub algae off of it (if necessary, rinse and use your fingernail or a VERY soft bristle tooth brush and brush GENTLY).

We purchased three of these mermaids about six months ago for a freshwater aquarium. All of them have paint flakes missing, and it really came off in areas where we used an old, soft toothbrush to clean them. We're very disappointed that the paint does not stay on better.

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