Help With Picking a Tank

[GumboStewart]

I am new to the hobby and am trying to find a good first tank to use. I've been looking for so long and just don't know what to get. Some suggestions of tanks to get would be super helpful. What I am looking for includes:

• 20-40 gallons (30+ preferred)
• $500 or less
• Preferably AIO or a kit
• Rimless

Any help would be very appreciated as I have been very torn on what to get.

 

[Jekyl]

I am new to the hobby and am trying to find a good first tank to use. I've been looking for so long and just don't know what to get. Some suggestions of tanks to get would be super helpful. What I am looking for includes:

• 20-40 gallons (30+ preferred)
• $500 or less
• Preferably AIO or a kit
• Rimless

Any help would be very appreciated as I have been very torn on what to get.

Welcome to R2R!

This $500, is this for just the tank or everything else?

Here's something close as far as a tank goes.

32 Gallon Rimless AIO Nano Aquarium PRO Series

Fiji Cube PRO Series-- Meticulously Designed, Hobbyist Approved Ultra-clear low-iron glass with beveled edges Dual weir design for efficient surface skimming and circulation Built-in All-In-One three-stage filtration system 2x 200 micron nylon filter socks included Modular media basket...

www.bulkreefsupply.com

 

[GumboStewart]

Welcome to R2R!

This $500, is this for just the tank or everything else?

Here's something close as far as a tank goes.

32 Gallon Rimless AIO Nano Aquarium PRO Series

Fiji Cube PRO Series-- Meticulously Designed, Hobbyist Approved Ultra-clear low-iron glass with beveled edges Dual weir design for efficient surface skimming and circulation Built-in All-In-One three-stage filtration system 2x 200 micron nylon filter socks included Modular media basket...

www.bulkreefsupply.com

Its just for the tank. I can get lights and everything on my own. Also I have looked at this tank before and I am unsure if I would need to get a filter and protein skimmer with it.

 

[DrinkinPepsi]

This should be doable with the Facebook market place. Heck in my area you could get it with fish and lights and everything for that. Would avoid any used or hell even new Red Seas tanks

 

[VintageReefer]

Does the 500$ budget require a stand to be included

 

[Cichlid Dad]

Fluval Flex 32.5 Marine Salt Water Aquarium Kit - Fish Tank for Fish, Coral & More - Comes with LED Lights, Filtration System & More - 32.5" x 15.75" x 15.35" - 123 L, 32.5 Gal. - Black https://a.co/d/3bdQXXc

 

[GumboStewart]

Does the 500$ budget require a stand to be included

No I would prefer one without a stand but for the right price one with a sump in a stand would be awesome.

 

[Cichlid Dad]

Look at my tank tread last page. Craigslist 100.00 including rock skimmer, tank stand, skimmer and return pump. I built the sump 40 breeder added light (t5) 140 fixture 150.00 ati bulbs and plumbing

 

[VintageReefer]

Take a look here and see if anything jumps out

Shop | Innovative Marine Products

Shop Now | Innovative Marine's Official Store | Free Shipping on all orders* | NUVO aquariums and saltwater reef supplies.

www.innovative-marine.com

This one looks sweeet

Shop | Innovative Marine Products

Shop Now | Innovative Marine's Official Store | Free Shipping on all orders* | NUVO aquariums and saltwater reef supplies.

www.innovative-marine.com

 

[GumboStewart]

Look at my tank tread last page. Craigslist 100.00 including rock skimmer, tank stand, skimmer and return pump. I built the sump 40 breeder added light (t5) 140 fixture 150.00 ati bulbs and plumbing

Could I get a link to the ad?

 

[GumboStewart]

Take a look here and see if anything jumps out

Shop | Innovative Marine Products

Shop Now | Innovative Marine's Official Store | Free Shipping on all orders* | NUVO aquariums and saltwater reef supplies.

www.innovative-marine.com

This one looks sweeet

Shop | Innovative Marine Products

Shop Now | Innovative Marine's Official Store | Free Shipping on all orders* | NUVO aquariums and saltwater reef supplies.

www.innovative-marine.com

I have seen this Fusion Pro 2 before and it looks good. Would I need to get a protein skimmer or filter for it?

 

[Cichlid Dad]

Could I get a link to the ad?

You have to look for one, I just gave you the rundown on the deal I got and showing what is possible with Facebook, craigslist and offer up. The tank in my tank thread is what I did with a 100.00 used tank

 

[VintageReefer]

I have seen this Fusion Pro 2 before and it looks good. Would I need to get a protein skimmer or filter for it?

The filtration is built into the unit behind a false wall. Skimmers on nanos are not needed, but could be added down the line if you desire.

 

[VintageReefer]

I have the 15g version of this and like it. The 25g version comes in under budget and leaves more money for accessories

AIO 25 PENINSULA

The AIO was designed so you can keep more in your aquarium with less. Available from 20 through 65 gallons, the AIO delivers an aquatic environment for novice and professional aquarium keepers.

waterboxaquariums.com

 

[VintageReefer]

Comparing the two the IM has some nicer features.

The lagoon footprint is also low and wide which is kinda cool, but a peninsula is nice also. Both are good tanks with built in filtration. IM has the nice little riser platform

 

[MoparMike97]

Definitely look around on Marketplace and Craigslist, I've seen lots of AIO's for dirt cheap over the last few months. Likely all the COVID reefers getting out of the hobby haha

 

[GumboStewart]

does anyone know anything about these Tideline tanks? They seem good and I was also looking at the 31 gallon. Anyone's opinion on it would be helpful.