Opinions of magnetic algae scrapers?

[Miyavp]

I've heard these things are awesome. But is there another way to manage the algae without cleaning your tank?

 

[Smcoyle87]

I use the "Mag-Float" brand. Works very well.

 

[CorallineAlgae]

I use Mag-Float cleaners. Just be careful going close to the sand, especially if you have iron rich substrates like fluorite. The magnet can pickup iron particles and scratch the glass if the inside magnet part gets away from the outside part while it's touching the substrate. It can also grab sand if you don't go carefully at the bottom. I have three that I bought at least 10 years ago for various tanks and only had to change the pads one time (last month). They last crazy long and clean very well.

 

[mr.waffles1842]

It's alot simpler just to stick an unused sponge on the end of a chopstick... saves alot of money too.

 

[Super_Blueberry]

I just use the cheap walmart version. Cost like $4 or something. I just take it out when I'm done.

 

[Gish]

Just started using a mag float. Seems great so far. Anything to avoid sticking my hands in the tank is welcome. I'm sure my fish appreciate it too. It's not that cheap. About 9 bucks. But dont tell me you started this hobby in order save money! Lol