By: Aquapapa
The Aquapapa Pack of 2 Bio Sponge Filters for Betta Fry Aquarium Fish Tanks Up to 55 Gal ea. is the perfect choice for aquarium owners looking for the best filtration system. This double sponges filter provides both mechanical and biological filtration to ensure your aquarium is always clean and free of waste particles. The air infusion chamber produces numerous minute bubbles that help with the gas exchange process, while the sponge traps waste particles mechanically and cleans the water without trapping baby fish. Customers have rated Aquapapa as one of the best Aquarium Filters based on filtration, customer service, ease of use, and overall satisfaction.
Megan Whitmore: I like these sponge filters. They work well and do a hell of a job keeping my tank clean. I'm a little concerned the actual sponges are leaking dye though. When I'm cleaning them a bunch of black liquid comes out. This could very well just be from the Fluval Stratum substrate, but it seems to be never-ending and my other sponge filters (different brand & material) do not do this. The fish seem unbothered by it though, and it doesn't seem to change the color of the tank water.
United States on Oct 02, 2021
citan-uzuki: This could very well be the best sponge filter for a tank with filter feeders. There is enough sponge material to hold beneficial bacteria. And the shrimp will actually graze the sponge for edible material after the filter matures.
I use this filter in a tank with shrimp and clams. I find that the shrimps get most of their food from grazing the surface of the sponge. The air-driven filter does not over-filter the water. This is beneficial for those who keep filter feeders, like clams and some species of shrimp. Clams cannot compete with the power filter. They feed by filtering the water for edible goodies. Goodies to them are floating algae, bacteria, and micro-organisms. The water in most fish tanks contain very little of those because they are over-filtered. A sponge filter does not remove these floating bits as aggressively as a power filter.
This is a copy of an old Tetra design from 30 years ago. It has passed the test of time. Yes, the suction cups will lose their hold in a couple of years. Sooner in hard water. For hard water, I recommend the ATI sponge filters. They do not use suctions cups but instead are freestanding. However, a freestanding sponge filter...
United States on Aug 30, 2020
Tracey G: Product arrived in perfect condition and seller was awesome answering questions. Product is good quality and should last for years!
Canada on Aug 22, 2020
Adam Bigelow: I'm going to preface my review by saying I'm rather new to the hobby of shrimp keeping (got a 13-gallon tank for Father's day, and was hooked immediately). I went out and purchased all sorts of things I didn't need, and several sponge filters (since it's what everyone says to do). They were both bigger sponge filters with weighted bottoms, but I still wasn't happy with what I was working with.
I took a chance ordering this model, and I'm thrilled! Not only does this fit all my requirements, but you get 2 sponge filtration units (2 units, 4 sponges, 4 suction cups) for such a minimal price! I'll list my pros/cons below:
PROS:
It's light-weight, and has parts that can move in different directions (which is amazing when you're dealing with a small tank like I am). Even the part that releases the bubbles (not sure of the official name) can be extended/retracted to suit the size of your tank, as well as turned whatever direction you want the bubbles released! The sponges (intakes) can be moved independently from one another (even though they're attached to the unit), and my small shrimp seem to enjoy hanging out on them (fine-mesh sponges, so the micro-particles of...
United States on Jul 24, 2020
JMC: Really pleased with these filters. Nice large sponges and great output. These are in my shrimp tanks and are perfect for shrimps. Will definitely buy again.
United Kingdom on Apr 04, 2020
ZachZach: No complaints at all! I can't believe you get 2 complete filters for what 1 sponge prefilter often costs. They work great. In fact I have one in a 10gal with some shrimp guppies and angels, and one in a FIFTY FIVE gal with angels acera gourami a loach and some danio. It is keeping up so far. The air pumps are tailored to each tank- so small cheap Wal-Mart pump on the 10 and decent size dual outlet on the 55 only using one outlet to run the filter. Ultimately on tanks over 10-20 gal these probably make a better supplemental filter but using one on my 55 while I work on my canister filter is proof of concept. They seem to cycle very quickly and be fairly responsive to bioload demands. Grow out tanks, shrimp tanks, tanks with small fish or betta these are ideal.
They are also extremely simple AND allow you to have another point of aeration and circulation.
I put the pickups in areas where water wouldn't always be moving super well (behind big decor, corners) and they help keep it all clean. Shrimp love to pick off em, my botia likes to hide under/behind them.
The outlet is adjustable in height. It fits in my 10 and the outlet gets pretty tall probably about 18 inches...
United States on Jan 19, 2019
| Aquapapa 2-Pack Bio Sponge Filter for Betta Fry Aquarium Fish Tank, Up to 55 Gallons Each, Double Sponges | Lefunpets Biochemical Sponge Filter for Breeding Fry, Betta, Shrimp, and Nano Fish Tanks | 4-Pack Aquaneat Double Bio Sponge Filter for Fry, Betta, Shrimp, Nano, and Aquarium Fish Tanks | |
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| Sale off | $3 OFF | ||
| Total Reviews | 52 reviews | 256 reviews | 110 reviews |
| Date First Available | August 29, 2016 | July 23, 2019 | August 2, 2018 |
| Package Dimensions | 12.56 x 8.19 x 2.83 inches; 4.66 Ounces | 13.82 x 8.66 x 4.53 inches; 9.14 Ounces | |
| ASIN | B07H7DRCG1 | B07VM8DN5Y | B07G44NM8P |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | No | |
| Item model number | XY-2822 x 2 | SF-A010x4^^ | |
| Manufacturer | Aquapapa, Inc | XINYOU | AQUANEAT |
United States on Nov 23, 2022