New filter

[N.Galvin]

Hi all i am after for a new filter for a 56 ltr tank the one i have that came with the tank looks cheap and rubbish and only has the white sponge inside, im after one that is better and give me more clear water i have looked at a fluval u2 has any one any experiance with this or any other suggestions and also what is the best way to add the new filter

Thanks guys

 

[N.Galvin]

Any ideas guys

 

[Lowlbt]

Run your new filter that u get with the old one still running for a couple of weeks and take out some of your tank water in a bucket and was the sponge and or media with it first too

 

[marsh]

I personally like simple filters with only a sponge or a comb to hold beneficial bacteria. I use purigen in a little bag if my water is not super clear- usually due to tannins.

My favorite filter for smaller tanks is the tetra whisper internal series. Sooooo simple it's ridiculous.

You seem a little bit more techy of a guy, so the canisters offer a bajillion stages and add-ins but to me the only plus is that the filter is out of the display and not cluttering the tank edge either. I appreciate the canisters for their visual benefits, but I personally hate cleaning and "out of sight out of mind".