Aquaclear 50 or fluval C3

[wontonhands]

So the HOB filter i have now is not cutting it, theres so many tiny particles in the water. Ive even put a polishing pad in with the filter and its a little better but still many particulates. I've done some research i know both are made by fluval and both have 3 stage filtration. what would you guys suggest? are there any gropes and complaints about either?

 

[FWFishTanks]

I love my aquaclear, it keeps the water clean and is easy to maintain. Can't tell you about the c3 though, but from what you stated, they seem similar.

 

[Brookster123]

I run every model aquaclear aside from a 110 and a c4. In all honesty.. if you don't plan on running chemical media such as purigen or carbon than aquaclear all the way..

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[wontonhands]

i do plan on running a purigen and carbon in the filter i decide to buy.

 

[dalto]

Honestly, they are very similar. The Cx series give you more media compartments and less bypass for a higher price. Lately, I have been buying the Cx series over the AC series. They are both good filters as far as HOB filters go.