"Big Dummy" wrote in message
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Eheim, Fluval, or some other brand? Which model?
I've used power filters for two decades and primarily because my
girlfriend
hates the sound of running water am finally switching to a cannister
filter.
Problem is, while for example I know Aquaclear are the most reliable
lowest
maintenance power filters made, and biowheels often fail to turn after a
while, I know nothing of Cannister filters, I'm like a veritable babe in
the
woods.

Which are most reliable? Are there problems with leaks and the like?
Which
type requires the most frequent maintenance. I like a hands-off aquarium.
Which types end up costing you the most with filter media etc.? Which
type
are the least likely to break down? Which retain their flow best?

Jr



Everybody's going to give you a different answer, because frankly most of
the manufacturers produce *excellent* canister filters and each brand has
developed it's own following. My choice is Aquaria, Inc., which makes Magnum
canisters. They are very quiet, strong and dependable. I've used the H.O.T.
250 with the available bio-wheel attachment and have never had any problems
since I started with them around 1995 or1996. The drawback with Magnum that
I've heard is that they are more difficult to open up and maintain than
other brands, but with me that's not an issue.

Mark Stone
The ".Edu" meens i are smart.