Most efficient / most quiet / cheap filter?

[1919]

I am looking for a filter with at least 300 gallons of flow rate. I don't mind if it's Canister or HOB or internal.

Thanks

P.S: Could anyone tell me how often a canister filter needs to be cleaned. How often the media and whatever is inside needs to be replaced? I am new to Canisters.

 

[Super_Blueberry]

I rinse my canisters media maybe once a month, replace the polishing pads every few months. I haven't had to do a major cleaning of the upper half yet. (Have had my 406 for just over a year now)

 

[Mattyfelts]

you pay for what you get most of the time...

 

[trickshot3102]

Hi! I just bought the API superclean filter and I am waiting for it to arrive
It was only 20 bucks and it looks like a good filter


here is the link: Introducing API Superclean Power Filters - YouTube

 

[tnfinfan]

I always had HOB type filters but went to an Eheim 2215 for the new 65 because trying to properly circulate with a HOB in a tall tank seemed impossible. Love it! I found terrific instructions online for maintaining the canister which took all of the mystery out of it. It's really not difficult at all and oh-so-quiet. I'm not sure what you consider cheap but you'll want to factor in media costs as well. The little specialized cartridges my old biowheel type filter required got expensive in a hurry. The canister has reusable sponges that should last much longer.

 

[1919]

so right now it is between the aquaclear 110 and a canister filter. The aquaclear is less but i think the replacement parts (Monthly change of Filter Catridges) are more then a canister filter? Is this right? Or does the canister filter media and carbon replacements cost just as much?

 

[threnjen]

You're not actually supposed to replace the filter cartridges, they just want you to spend money. Just like with the canister you just rinse the stuff out.
I would go with the canister though if you have the space!

 

[1919]

You're not actually supposed to replace the filter cartridges, they just want you to spend money. Just like with the canister you just rinse the stuff out.
I would go with the canister though if you have the space!

What canister would you suggest? I'm looking for around 440 gph at least

 

[1919]

Right now it is between these two filters...

Aquatop External UV Canister Filter - CF-400 UV (External UV Canister Filter - CF-400 UV)

and...

Hagen Aqua Clear Power Filter 110 Gallons - Filters - Fish - PetSmart (Hagen Aqua Clear Power Filter 110 Gallons)

I would like to know which one is the most quiet and which one requires less maintenance.

 

[tnfinfan]

I haven't used either of those but you may want to start a new thread asking for opinions on those two models specifically to draw the attention of those familiar with them.

 

[1919]

Everyone gets mad at me when I start a new thread about something that I have already spoke about in a previous one... Thanks though

 

[Old Scales]

Filter Choice

For my two cents worth, go with the Aqua Clear 110 HOB. It's a well proven brand with lots of media options. You can buy a pack of the cut to fit filter pad material to put between the bottom foam and the top bio beads. This would make the cost very cheap. I'll attach a pic of what I get at Petsmart.

 

[1919]

That sounds perfect, although is it very quiet? This will be in my room

 

[Old Scales]

I run two in my bedroom. An AC50 & AC70 and both are completely quiet. I have read about people getting a noisy one but rarely as with any filter. OS.

 

[1919]

That's perfect thanks