canister filter

[nitrous]

what would be the best canister filter for a 55 gallon tropical fish tank but not the most expensive filter
thanks preferably from big als or doctor foster smith
i am looking at the filstar xp2 how is that one?

 

[PauloSilva]

Filstar is highly recommended. I just ordered the XP3 and Im waiting for its arrival. Affordable and efficient. Sounds like a good value.

PS: ( I do not work for aquarium pharmeceuticals)

 

[cbk.o4]

i just ordered an xp3 also for my upcoming 55g like the fact that u can use so many different medias with it.

 

[TwoHobbies]

I purchased the xp2 from big als about 3 months ago. So far so good, and I would purchase another in a minute.

1) Easy setup
2) Quiet
3) Good price
4) Crystal clear water What more could you want

 

[donttaptheglass]

Yep, same here . . .I got the XP2 and I love it . . . although looking back at it, I wish I had ordered the XP3 even though it is slightly overkill, I'll still have it when the time comes to get a bigger tank . . . .and I WILL get a bigger tank . . . because I have the disease.

 

[chabooky386]

ordered my XP3 from Bigalsonline.com for $99.99 STEAL OF A DEAL you should get one too read some really good feedbacks from MANY people on here its coming friday

 

[nitrous]

why the xp3 the xp2 is up to 75 gallons are you having chiclids or something that you need such high gph

 

[donttaptheglass]

No, like I said . . . I don't NEED it, not yet, but it would have saved me from having to buy another when I get a bigger tank. Would have been better for me to have spent the extra $20 now rather than having to spend another $100 when I get a bigger tank.

Just looking ahead. I'd recommend the XP3. If you've no intention of getting a bigger tank, then the XP2 is fine. Mine is running beautifully and without a sound and my water is absolutely crystal clear.

 

[Fishyfanatic]

Do not go by the manufacturers rating. They are inaccurate unless you plan to lightly stock the tank with non-messy fish.

I am using a Cascade 1000 on my 55 gal tank. It is quiet, efficient, easily hidden (the hoses and input/output tubes are black), and very easy to maintain. Setup took about 10 minutes. And that included cleaning it.

 

[cbk.o4]

No, like I said . . . I don't NEED it, not yet, but it would have saved me from having to buy another when I get a bigger tank. Would have been better for me to have spent the extra $20 now rather than having to spend another $100 when I get a bigger tank.

my EXACT reasoning for gettin the xp3 over the xp2, might be overkill but 20 bucks instead of another 100-110 seemed worth it to me.

 

[ttopmustanggt88]

xp2 owner and very happy with it been running for over a year now not one issue would have bought a xp3 if i could do it again though. cant ever have to much room for media.

 

[Rondory]

I haven't had my tank running for too long, but I really like the XP2 for my 46 gallon.

Mine is super quiet and easy to take apart and put back together.

 

[piranha]

I've got a Jebo 828(CFS4). It's the Eheim clone. Unbelievable value. Super silent,super efficient. You can get it for $39.99 new. Have mine 1 1/2 years without any problems.

 

[severum mama]

I have the XP1 on my 29 gallon and I love it so far. It was easier to set up than my Fluval 104 and I like the fact that it includes a spray bar, which is good for my planted tank. That said, I like the Fluval too, but overall I think the Filstar might be a better value in terms of gph for your money.