Thanks for going through all these comparisons! Very helpful to sort through all the choices.

I have a 407 on a 75 gallon for two years now and I love it. The media choices you can try out. The convenient pull out trays. Super quiet plus it keeps my tank water clean. Never had any air issues. Great video on the comparison 👍 21:37

I currently have a 55 gallon saltwater tank with a 407. I was thnking about going to an FX model as I am upgrading slightly to a 75 gallon tank. The FX4/6 would not fit in my new stand so I thought about the FX2. Your review convinced me to stand pat. Both units will fit in my new stand with no problem and since I already have 2 circulators in my saltwater tank, the extra strength of the FX2 pump, really does not matter that much to me. Thank you very much for this review, It gave me all of the information I needed to make my decision.

straight away the height concern pointout was very appreciated, something i would have overlooked when adding on the tubing on top. Nice vid man good stuff :)

Great video! I am a Fluvol fan and have both an FX6 for my 125G and just purchased the FX2 for my 60G cube.

Fantastic comparison! Awesome informative video!

Brilliant video. I've always had the 07 filters but loved your video very informative

That's a very good explanation of the 2 I think it comes down to what type of space you have to store the filter.✌️👍💗💯 Thanks for sharing

Thank you so much for this 💗

I have an FX and a 07 series. Both have great warranty cover. The physical screw connector, double o-rings and self-priming pump on the FX series gives fantastic and easy operation. The 07 series is amazingly portable, quieter than the FX and really innovative.

407 is great in combination with UVC (i use it for 6 months and so far, no problems). I think there is no option to use UVC on FX series. If you ask me, that would be a big plus for 407. what i really like on FX4 and FX6 is easy water change with utility valve feature, which is not present on FX2. That was really big surprise for me. Why they gave up of it, did you have problems with utility valve? I am about to buy FX4 and every info about possible problems is more than welcome. And, thank you for all your videos, so many useful information presented on max. friendly way to all of us, beginners and experienced hobbyists.

I have a 405 and a 406 and set up a 407 on my moms african cichlid tank. Absolutely love the filter. It’s easy and fast to close off the hoses and take off the top for maintenance, clicks back on easily too. Not to mention it’s light weight even full of water. I also have 2fx6s and an fx4 (which I got on black Friday only cuz they ran out of fx6s) I personally don’t see a reason outside of “space” to buy the fx2 or fx4.. for a few extra bucks, just get the fx6.. otherwise, the 407 is a badass filter.

Great video, thanks

Thanks Bentley, my 407 ran a 55 Angel tank with aplomb, Great filter

Thanks for doing this vid. Seems like much of a muchness. I think people nowadays get obsessed about flow rate. Seen too many tanks with fish blown into a corner. I might lean towards the 407, but it would also depens on availibilty.

I had to make this decision on my new 75g a few months ago. I just really like the design of the FX series. I find the maintenance very simple and also, given I can do it a little less often, just makes the experience a bit nicer. Also, when I open the cabinet it does look kinda cool under there 😂

You the man!!!

Excellent comparison between the two Fluvals. I just think filter manufacturers - regardless of the brand name, should be a little more accurate with the GPH flow rate. Running an empty canister filter without the media installed is like saying that this glider plane soars at 300 mph BUT if you add a human to the equation, it'll only soar to a maximum speed of 240 mph. The plane is useless without the human operator as well as the filter is useless without the media installed. So what I'm trying to say is, list the gph capacity when the canister is filled with the filter media, the "honest" gph flow rating! I understand that bigger numbers are more attractive when it comes to marketing the filter but it means nothing at the end of the day!

Thk you sir!

I curently have a Tidal 55 and like it for what it is, however, I am looking to reduce visual clutter in a 75 cichlid tank i'll be setting up soon and haven been looking at something like a canister filter or maybe a sump. one question I have regarding either the 407 or fx2 or even a sump is how reliable are they in the event of a power outage? the Tidal just gets back to work like nothing happened, can I expect the same from any of these options? Ive never run a canister so I dont really know what to expect. Thanks.

Great video thanks 👍🙏✌️🇨🇦

Bentley, you've answered many of the questions I've had at the start of the video, Fluval is a great choice in aqua pump filters. Have you done a comprehensive critique on the brand, Coase? There's plenty for you to dig your teeth in upon review. I agree with you in this video, in fact I find it knowledgable, professional, in-depth. For that, I'm grateful. I hope you consider a review on Coase Filters. Many thanks! Pete

@BentleyPascoe

3 ай бұрын

I do have a video on the Oase bio master I own, but I haven't gone quite as deep

I have a HOB filter from Fluval 110. I recently got the 407 and wanted to get another canister filter. This is for a 55 gallon tank. I got the 407 from Petco with a $20 bucks off and now Petsmart has a full 20% off the FX2 which is cheaper than going with another 407.... so I got a FX2 and a 407 on my 55 gallon tank... kinda over kill but oh well.

At my LFS I noticed that any accessories or Quick Clean pads, spray bars, etc, in the FX series is almost double the price. Granted you may not need those, but in the case of the fine Quick Clean pads, which people may buy and replace regularly, for the 407 you get 6 in the box, for the FX you get 2 and the price is the same. Tough decision, I am currently debating between the 407 or the FX2 forms 75 gal. Currently at this same LFS the FX4 is $10 less than the FX2, strange, but the FX4 won't fit in my cabinet.

Been thinking of getting the 407. Didn't realize it is so big. I bet it is heavy full. I'm not into picking up heavy things. THink I will keep my Ugly DIY top filters. I use a pump in my 50g that pumps 295gph. It costs $17 bucks on sale, and my water is clean. My container holds only 2L. My diy isn't pretty but my fish are healthy. Im elderly. Can't do heavy. Thank you for the comparison.

@BentleyPascoe

Жыл бұрын

In your case I would certainly go to the "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" school of thought. Water is clean and fish are healthy then you're doing fine!

Great content Bentley.. this is why I have a 407 as this really has methodology and the FX2 doesn’t.. I run a custom 800ltr/200gal Lake Tanganyikan community tank, the heart of the system is FX6 X2 and a 407 running stainless steel lily pipes/skimmer and a Evolution Aqua 25watt UV steriliser, my water is crystal clear with zero particles so my fish literally look like they float, Bentley I have watched your content for some years so I don’t need to fully explain uv flow and contact times. The FX series is not compatible with UV sterilisation however it is fully compatible and supported with UVC treatment whether you buy Fluvals own or a big pond style one, it’s all about the power and pipework and this is where the 407 trumps the FX series. I’m not bashing Fluval at all as I like and buy most of their products as my lights are the biggest Plant 3.0.. what I love about Fluval is they make most of their products metric standard so most equipment can be adapted for most aquatic needs.. take care from UK..

I own a fx2 and the 407. While the 407 is nice the fx2 fits better in my shaker 66-gallon stand. I also never use their tubing. For the FX 2 I use smooth bore pond tubing 3/4" ID with adapters, otherwise the standard size is 1" ID. For the spray bar I needed to use a sunsun 304b. I also maintenance it monthly. I do miss the easy access of my old reef sump.

Good job Bentley. I still like my Eheim.

Update: I installed the fx2. I have the old 407 running near it also. I noticed the fx2 is a lot more noise than the 407. Hopefully i can figure out how to deaden the noise a bit.

Bentley... I decided to go with the 407 and bought one today. I have 2 HOB on my 75 gal and will leave 1 on there along with my 407. I want to seed the old media from the HOB into the canister. Does it matter if it is placed before or after the new media? In other words, should water flow through the old media before reaching the new in order to seed the BB? Or does it not matter?

I just bought fx2 on PetSmart black Friday sale for less than the 407 on sale. 😊

One thing no one talks about when it comes to filters is. Gph moving through x amount of square inches of surface are of sponge. This one point is why fx model filters are better than all the other filters. When the water enters a filter, it is spread out and, most importantly, slowed down. The smaller the surface area the faster the water moves through the sponges. Which means debris is being blown through your sponges. Remember any sponge 30 ppi or less is biological media. Above 30 is mechanical. In the fx models. Water flows in and travels all around the outside of the canister then passes through a large amount of surface area of sponge. So the water slows way down and the sponge can actually do it's job. 30 ppi or lower sponge won't start catching particles until it develops a good bio film. Think of it like oiling an air filter on an atv. Another thing that makes the fx model filters better is bypassing. The fx filters have very little bypassing. Any canister with all those little trays bypass terribly. So when you get a new filter like the 407 or a sunsun ect and you fill it with media and turn it on. Your already bypassing say 15%. Once your media starts to clog it increases from there. If your one of those people that let your filters go 9-12 months. Only 40% of the water is being filtered biologically or mechanically. The other 60% your just pumping dirty water. You can see this happening on your glass. As the filter clogs and starts to bypass. The glass will be covered with that bio film haze faster and faster. To go back to my original point of square inches of surface area and gph blowing debris past through your sponges. The first thing that begins to clog is your floss or fine sponge. Until you have a good bio film established in your sponges you should clean or replace floss monthly to minimize bypassing. Every month when you open it up to clean the floss you'll notice as the bio film builds the floss won't be clogged nearly as bad and the cleaning intervals will get further between. This is why you should never over or under clean a filter. Or it will never reach its potential or maximum efficiency. Anyhow for these reasons the fx model filters are the best there is. It doesn't matter what size tank you have. 40 gallons or up. Get an fx filter. If it's a very large tank or heavily stocked tank get multiple of need be. An example I can give is my 125 gallon tank. It has several 9+ inch African Cichlids plus several 4-5 inch Cichlids in it. It has two fx6, a sunsun 304b, and an internal filter for aeration. This tank gets fed twice a day everyday. It grows zero algae. It only needs the glass cleaned every month and a half to two months. It has zero chemical filtration and zero plants, and no clean up crew. All because it's properly and efficiently filtered.

Great video Bentley. I have the 407. I'm on 65, it worked great. Can you please tell me what is the PetSmart trick? Thanks.

@Alligator.commonsnappers

8 ай бұрын

Probably having them match their online pricing. It’s so much less on their website vs in store for Stuff

I know I'm coming late to the party, but I have a 75 gallon piranha tank, basic footprint, and a 60 gallon cube with angel fish. I have both of these filters. Could you match tanks with filters. Thanks.

I prefer the higher flow rate of the fx filters purely because I have tropheus cichlids and they love the extra current produced

I like my 407 on my 55g. It is easier to take the output and intake off. It is easier to take the top off. When I get my 75g I'm going with another 407.

Bentley....what about canister vs HOB on a 75 gal community planted tank. I know in watching some of your other videos, in particular Tidal vs Aquaclear thar you're a big fan of the Aquaclear 110. I am running 2 Tidal 55's on my 75gal and pretty disappointed with them, so looking at making a change. Now debating going to an Aquaclear 110, or going canister like the 407 or an FX2 or FX4. Really enjoyed this comparison video, well done!

@BentleyPascoe

Жыл бұрын

The difference between a canister and a hang on back really comes down to what kind of maintenance schedule you want to keep. If you want something that's easier to maintain but you need to do it a little bit more frequently. Stick to the hang on backs. If you don't mind slightly more complex work when it comes to cleaning out your filters and you want to do it slightly less often than maybe a canister is worth the significant increase in cost. Personally, I think multiple like aqua clear 70s would be a really good go if you're not a fan of the Tidals.

Thanks for this info. I am thinking of having a 5-foot tank next year with an under-gravel filter plus a hang on the back or a Fluval. Which would be your choice? Thank you.

@stoneysscapes7544

Жыл бұрын

If you have the UG filter and a cannister that is going to make it possible for what seems to me as a great idea for starters to be able to connect UG filter to the intake of any large quality cannister ( OASE ) is the only filter that I have yet to own .. . The concept seems like it would have a long life span especially if you were to have the BIO-MASTER to have the pre-filter but FX-4 FX-6 are worth the extra money to make the FX-2 irrelevant!!!

@BentleyPascoe

Жыл бұрын

It depends entirely on how frequently you want to do your maintenance. If you intended to do maintenance once a month or maybe like a rotation where you're going to do every two weeks you maintain a filter, then hang them back to probably better just because servicing them is very fast. If you're trying to go several months before servicing the filter, you might be a little bit better off using a canister, just cuz they tend to be a little bit better at handling those extended periods.

Great video Bentley, it was very helpful. Have you found the fx2 or the fx series to be sensitive to sand in the impeller? I set up a new fx2 and few peices of sand instantly jammed the impeller. I assume the sand fell out of my sponges that I used from my previous filter. I took everything apart, cleaned it, got the impeller to freely move like normal and set it back up. The motor made a very slight hum but there was no flow at all... I think the motor burnt out instantly. My gut is now telling me to go with the 407 because the pump is at the top. This is for a 75 gallon mixed peacock tank with sand substrate... even with a pre-filter sponge on the intake of my previous filter (sunsun) it got tons of sand in it but never any impeller problems. Thanks again.

@BentleyPascoe

4 ай бұрын

I've had previous issue with sand in an older fx4, but I have since stopped using sand in pretty all tanks for personal aesthetic reasons

Just got the 407 on Black Friday for $170 at PetSmart

Which is the more efficient filter in terms of the water flow differences i.e the 07 series flows from the top do wn the side and through the virtical sponges to the bio side, where as I think the fx flows differently.

@BentleyPascoe

Жыл бұрын

I guess it depends on how we define efficient. Power usage? Media efficacy? I would argue they are relatively equal, but the FX2 has more rate/power and raw sponge. So in theory more efficacy. The 407 is more compact, holds similar amounts of media, slightly less sponge, but uses a lot less power, so in theory it can be more efficient in its use of space and power.

i did have a smaller fluval but leaked from the sides, The Fx2 looks more efficient on that part.

Could I use an fx2 on my 39 gallon tank with Malawi African Cichlid tank?

I run the Fluval 407 on my 38 gallon bow front freshwater I had marineland camister filter in the past that leaked

I had the fluval 407 and it’s a very good filter but maintenance kind of sucks. So once I switch to oase bio master 600 with its pre-filter, maintenance is a breeze. I cannot imagine the pain that people have to go through cleaning the FX series.

@neutronshiva2498

9 ай бұрын

Doesnt the prefilter clog up very quickly and decrease the flow? Ive seen people complain bout it a lot.

I like my fx4 but I would recommend removing most of the sponges and replacing them with more bio media. Then go find an aftermarket intake that has sponges. The whole benefit of having such a large filter is missed if it's just full of sponges. This will also reduce maintenance on the filter because you won't have to tear it apart to clean out the gunk. Instead you just clean the intake sponges. The only other problem i had with the filter is the motor went out after 3 years and I had to buy a new one for $140 from fluval.

@askeen333

7 ай бұрын

Sponge is biomedia, and likely significantly more effective than ceramic media.

I’ve had the 404-405-406 like 4 of them the impeller clips for no reason would break and aways a $20 part I’ve had them over 8 years but I would I replaced a ton of of same parts The 406 when they changed it red was a bit higher quality but was already upset how many I had to replace I was so pissed I was supper gluing them lol I got a fx6 and fx4 Have not had to replace one parts over 8 years know And just keep trucking on Plus never have to prime Which u know how many times I’ve broke the plunger on the 405 omg The fx series is my favorite filter To last rest of time And this why there making smaller filters in fx series I see in future they discontinue 407 and redesigned it Works great but pump in my experience was a problem Also the 405-406 pain to prime because of we’re the pump is and as ur trying to get primed u are doing damage Fx series Pump always sumerage in water

Question.... Can you please show a comparison of a canister cleaned monthly in a heavily stocked tank vs the typical "I waited YEARS" videos?

Both are the same price at the moment , wich one would recomend to buy?

For the simple fact that it clips closed, I'd rather have the 407.

do you know if the 407 hose brackets/clamps will fit on the back of a 180 gallon tank? Or are the brackets too small? I would be using it as a supplemental filter.....not the primary.

@BentleyPascoe

2 ай бұрын

They should be able to fit

Hello Bentley hope you are doing well, but any tips and info on Java fern leaves turning yellow, or getting black spots and producing babies ? I use ro water, use gh and kh + to mineralize it to 120 tds and dose easy green, I put 0.6ml in 1 a week for 3 gallon tank.

@XxSwagGamersxX

Жыл бұрын

My cherry shrimps are happy and giving babies out like crazy, currently have 4 female shrimps carrying eggs

@BentleyPascoe

Жыл бұрын

This sounds like low potassium for Java fern. Maybe get a potassium supplement and dose it.

@XxSwagGamersxX

Жыл бұрын

@@BentleyPascoe funny, I dosed 3ml of potassium for a yield of 10ppm potassium before I left work 😂

407 great for my 75. For anything higher would definitely go FX2 up to 125.

Nice video… I have 2 fx4 on a new 40 gallon I have an 407 but it leaks, I tried replacing the oring but I have no idea why it leaks

@BentleyPascoe

Жыл бұрын

If you're still in warranty contact fluval on the 407

@robertlucas4941

Жыл бұрын

Leaks at the main seal that I couldn't solve, as well as difficulty priming and restarting made me give up on a Fluval 307. The design of the Fluval 407 looks similar enough to the 307 that I still hesitate to buy the newer one. The Eheim Pro 3 has been much less problematic for me. Eheim parts are apparently getting scarce, but I've never needed a part in ~ ten years of continuous use.

This was super helpful! Have a 407 on a 75 and was wondering if it would be a worthwhile switch. I think I’ll stick to the 407. Also have an FX4 on another 75 and loving that too. ❤

The auto priming will always win for me.

Hey Bro . Just one question. Is fluval 407 be as long lasting as eheim cansiters?

@BentleyPascoe

Жыл бұрын

I've seen my previous fluvals last quite a long while, can't speak to similar time as old eheim. Newer eheims don't seem to be as long lasting which sucks

@yashbhoir2087

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for replying . I finalized 407 but had second thoughts of upgrading to professional 3 or 4 350

I have two pearl guarantees and one gold guarantee This system allows me to provide a gentle flowing current while still producing a decent volume of filtration. I highly recommend the fluval. 407 chemistry filtration system for any hobbiest Looking to house any gurami fish Especially exotics Just gotta follow the rule of one inch orgalick soil. 2 inch sand of choice, especially natural, is best.

I'm a 407 user, I'd never use another fluval filter, maintenance is easy,it does the basics better than all other filters in its range. If fluval are looking to replace the 407 with fx2, then that's just greedy on fluvals part.For the size difference between them they'd fit in most cabinets, for a 55/75 gallon aquariums.

@BentleyPascoe

Жыл бұрын

The FX2 is designed to be an expansion of the FX line and not a replacement. It's basically a petite FX4 to make it easier for people with limited cabinet room that want an FX style filters rather than the 407.

@crimsonoa1

Жыл бұрын

I found the fx2 fit nicely vs the 407 in my fluval shaker 66 gallon cabnet.

Are the fluval worth it over the eheim classics? The classics seem like the aquaclear of canisters. Just big simple buckets to throw media in. I don’t see why all the other canisters have such strange flow patterns.

@BentleyPascoe

Жыл бұрын

I feel like it's a really subjective question. There are some people who love eheims because they're straightforward and no nonsense. There are other people who don't like servicing eheim's because they don't have a simple tray system that kind of makes that service work a little bit faster and simpler. What it comes down to is what you prefer. If you want that big open bucket with a simple flow pattern. The eheim is amazing. If you're trying to do something where you want to mix some sponge with something like media and you want it to have easily built pre-cut things that fit into their pockets, then something like the 407 or even an Oase becomes a little more appealing. I've had a lot of these different filters and I like each of them for different reasons and maybe that's a comparison video that I need to do. Just talk about some of the differences as to why I like certain filters or don't like certain filters.

Which canister filter company do you like the Fluval or Oase ?

@BentleyPascoe

7 ай бұрын

I like them both for very different reasons and it would depend on the tank for which I would use. In general, I use a fair number of fluval filters, but I have some Oase filters as well.

@johnjr47

7 ай бұрын

@@BentleyPascoe thank You ☺️ for reply I have a 50 gallon fish tank I’ll use a Fluval 307 no issues one day I may purchase a 60 gallon fish tank and may use a different filter. company. just doing some research.

@BentleyPascoe

7 ай бұрын

@@johnjr47 to me it comes down to this: if you want to do short frequent maintenance, you pick the Oase so that all you really doing is cleaning out the pre-filters once a week and you don't need to service the main body much more than about once every 6 months to a year. If you want to do less frequent maintenance that will take you a little longer. You go with the fluval and then your maintaining it about once every 3 months. This does depend heavily on the fish load in your tank as well.

@johnjr47

7 ай бұрын

@@BentleyPascoe Thank U , I really appreciate your advice.

My issue woth the 407 is it was poorly designed. There should be a baffle between the trays and the side sponges and they should not be installed aide ways but instead multiple smaller ones stacked increasing the PPI by 5 on each layer. With 60 ppi in the bottom tray and the filter floss pads on top of them. It would be exponentially more efficient. Way too much waste gets into the bio media trays for my liking, a baffle between the two sides and change from horizontal foam to vertical foam would fix this issue.

👍🏻👍🏻

407 is the best👍🏼 I bought one for myself. It would be cool if 507 appeared instead of fx4, for example, or as an alternative to it. In my opinion, episode 7 is better than fx🤷🏻‍♂️ Have a nice day everyone .

Salve io possiedo un 405 versione vecchia... c'è l'ho da molti anni e va da dio... se dovessi cambiare prenderei fx6 quello più grande, per migliorate in tutto... l'unica cosa che appunto come dice lei è il volume esterno del secchio e troppo grande... ci sono filtri come il 407 che anno la capienza interna come fx6. Quindi conclusione personale io andrei verso un'altra marca tipo oase... complimenti per il video 😊

This comes down to which one fits your cabinets better imo😂 neither will hurt.. fx series just stronger , bigger tank go with the fx series

The media setup in the FX just seems odd to me. Too much foam, not enough media, and kind of strange layout. I much prefer the layout of the 07 series.

@askeen333

7 ай бұрын

Foam is biomedia, and more effective than ceramics.

What trick?

@nabokovfan87

Жыл бұрын

Discount for ordering online and picking it up.

@BentleyPascoe

Жыл бұрын

In the PetSmart app they have something called the treat trail. You can use this to get three different coupons. Some PetSmart locations will allow you to stack all of those coupons on top of price matching the product from a lower price you found online or in the PetSmart app itself, which can typically save you anywhere between 20 to $40 to begin with before you get all the discounts. If they let you stack all of the coupons together, it's an additional 40% off.

@stevesaquatics165

Жыл бұрын

@@BentleyPascoe thank you for the info

Despite🎉 the comparison of these two (large flow) filters, one must realize that you must realize that using a 407 in an aquarium less than 50 gallons isn't a wise decision. If one has fish that requires a strong water flow/current, then it's fine to have such a large water flow but in a 36 gallon aquarium, the maximum would be the next size down. (307) which again is rather a bit too big for that size. It basically boils down to the size of the aquarium as well as the species of fish one prefers to keep! Just a foot note here... If one chooses to keep a couple of (freshwater) angels in a 30 - 40 gallon system, you're going to want the water flow to be gentle. A 207 would be sufficient. Like the 307, it's also a 3 tray system so you don't really miss too much filtering volume. Remember, freshwater angels require a gentle water flow.

Can I use an FX4 with a 95 gallon tank? Thank you!

@BentleyPascoe

6 ай бұрын

Yes you can!

never heard porocity said in my life lol

Just goes to show you, they need to upgrade the impeller/pump and call it a 408

Looks like the fx2 would be easier to clean 🤷🏼‍♂️✌️🇨🇦

Holy shit i was looking for this video 38 minutes ago. Next up. HOW do i replace the ugly hosing on the FX2 and downsize the hose to a clear 16x22mm hose so i can use my standard lily pipes etc.?

@BentleyPascoe

Жыл бұрын

I've seen a number of people just replace the hosing with a standard vinyl tubing and then fit onto lily pipes. The problem is the FX's use a larger tubing. That is a little weird than some of the standard sizes that you're going to find glassware in. So you might have to build a step down or a step up.

@stigblue

Жыл бұрын

@@BentleyPascoe Cheers. Yeah it seems a little more difficult to do so not being a plumber and all, but should be doable! Am i totally crazy for wanting to replace my biomaster 350 with a FX2 for a 35 gal aquarium? Also, perhaps you could do a flowtest of the fx2? Nobody has yet to create a proper flowtest of it and measure the actual flow output in terms of what fluval claims it has. Cheers man

@stigblue

Жыл бұрын

@@BentleyPascoe Oh one last important question as i'm about to order a FX2. On the picture it clearly says that the canister measures 34cm x 34cm however on the image, that's ALSO including the sidepump that is only obstructing one side of the canister. Could you provide confirmation of the actual size of the canister while not accounting for the side motor? I need it to measure if it can fit in my cabinet with my CO2 bottle

I have a fx6 I took it out of service for me a maintenance nightmare

What about Polar a lot cheaper and works great!

@BentleyPascoe

Жыл бұрын

Not familiar with them

Petsmart trick??

@BentleyPascoe

29 күн бұрын

PetSmart used to have a game in their all called treat trail that allowed you to unlock coupons. Many stores let you stack all of the coupons to get about 40% off an item.

@gwrulzmylife

29 күн бұрын

@@BentleyPascoe watched your other video 📹 thank you. But my app does not have the games, nothing 😕 about "treats", in the reward section, I found 20% coupon though! And the Flubal FX2 is on sale now.

WHY didn't you just fill the baskets w/media to find out??

@BentleyPascoe

Жыл бұрын

I did fill them with media later in the video.

Matten Filter. WAY less expensive. WAY MORE biological filtration per square inch of media (30PPI). WAY less maintenance. NO potential for plumbing leaks.

To me the FX2 and 407 are redundant unless you specifically needed those dimensions to fit in your cabinet. I would choose between either the 307 and fx4/fx6. The 307 for those slightly smaller tanks (150l and under) as it still fits quite a bit of bio media (the lid sits firmer on the 307 too compared with the 407 and is less prone to leaking around the seal) or then jump to the FX4 if you need the extra flow and sponge for that waste and also slightly (but not a whole lot more bio media room). The issue then arises with the inlets which allow small fish/shrimp etc to get sucked in. You may have small fish that like high flow, and then especially the FX4 inlet is a problem and frankly they’re all a stupid design. Lots of small holes in the inlets instead of grills would make much more sense. Wavemakers aren’t a good option for small fish so buying a custom made filter guard is usually the answer.