JustOneMore20
Algae Fighter
Ok when you first looked at this, I'm sure you are thinking, Eheim of course! But, let me fill you all in first on why I'm asking about these two particular brands.
I am going to buy a cannister filter for my new 55g planted tank sometime this week.
I was recommended the Rena XP3 before because it is a good filter and is fairly inexpensive. Well I was looking at the Drs. Foster and Smith site and the Eheim Classic 2215 is the same price as the XP3. I will be ordering from Drs F&S because of other things I need to buy from there.
The 2215 is rated for 93 gallons. Would it be alright to have it on a 55g? I know overfiltering is better. The XP3 is rated for 175g though.
Which one is quieter? Which one is more efficient? Does anyone have problems with either? Which one do you suggest? Do they come with any media? How hard are they to setup?
Thanks in advance for all my questions. I want to make sure I buy the best one!
I am looking for a filter around $100. Being a college student with only a part time job, I don't have alot to spend. So, please don't recommend a different Eheim that is $200...because I can't spend that much.
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I am going to buy a cannister filter for my new 55g planted tank sometime this week.
I was recommended the Rena XP3 before because it is a good filter and is fairly inexpensive. Well I was looking at the Drs. Foster and Smith site and the Eheim Classic 2215 is the same price as the XP3. I will be ordering from Drs F&S because of other things I need to buy from there.
The 2215 is rated for 93 gallons. Would it be alright to have it on a 55g? I know overfiltering is better. The XP3 is rated for 175g though.
Which one is quieter? Which one is more efficient? Does anyone have problems with either? Which one do you suggest? Do they come with any media? How hard are they to setup?
Thanks in advance for all my questions. I want to make sure I buy the best one!
I am looking for a filter around $100. Being a college student with only a part time job, I don't have alot to spend. So, please don't recommend a different Eheim that is $200...because I can't spend that much.
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