Filter Recommendation for 55g

[Labenator65000]

I have a 55 gallon with 5 Yellow Labs, 1 Ruby Red, 1 Sunburst Peacock, 1 Red Fin Borleyi, 1 EB Hap Ahli and 1 Featherfin Squeaker. I'm planning to add a few more compatible fish. Currently I have a TopFin 60 but would like to add a second filter. My budget is limited and I prefer to shop in stores rather than online. I'd like some filter suggestions, please.

 

[garfy]

Aquaclear 110 would be great for your tank.

 

[Convict2161]

Aquaclear 110 would be great for your tank.

x2, I love these filters. I have an FX5 on my 75 gallon African tank and still run a AC 110.

 

[Jmedic25]

I just bought a new marineland emperor 400 yesterday. I have to say I really like it. The one i replaced was the same brand but the older model. I really didnt like the older model. The new one however is very flexible. It has 2 biowheels, and 2 trays that you can customize your media in. It also has 2 filters. Mine is quiet and has good flow as well. Plus biowheels are really good for growing BB

 

[Aski247]

You will find many people on this site prefer the aquaclears, I currently have two ac110's running on both my 75/55 tanks. Both are single fish tanks as well. You can never have to much filtration.

 

[Slade]

AC110. It's quiet and easy to clean. The comparison will show you how noisy the top fin is,

 

[Labenator65000]

AC110. It's quiet and easy to clean. The comparison will show you how noisy the top fin is,

Oh yeah the Top Fin is terribly noisy.

Thanks folks for the recommendation.

 

[Labenator65000]

Sounds like the AC110 is the most popular. So if I have the existing TopFin60 and add an AC110, should I consider a powerhead as well? Is there enough circulation towards the bottom of the tank? If I need a powerhead as well, what GPH should I consider?