What's a good HOB filter for holding tank?

RobertN · Nov 30, 2018

Hi All--
I've read people's recommendations for what type of equipment is needed for a QT or holding tank and a HOB is usually one of those items. Can someone recommend a good one that isn't too expensive? Thanks!
Robert

James M · Nov 30, 2018

Aqua clears are the best

BigJim · Nov 30, 2018

James M said:
Aqua clears are the best

+1

RobertN · Nov 30, 2018

Great--thanks folks! Any particular Aquaclear model you prefer?

James M · Nov 30, 2018

RobertN said:
Great--thanks folks! Any particular Aquaclear model you prefer?

What size is the tank ?

RobertN · Nov 30, 2018

I would be getting a 20 gallon

James M · Nov 30, 2018

I would choose The 20 or 30

BigJim · Nov 30, 2018

RobertN said:
I would be getting a 20 gallon

I always try to go one size up from my tank size. So I would recommend a 30, but a 20 would probably be fine short term.

RobertN · Nov 30, 2018

Got it. Thanks to both of you!

sfin52 · Nov 30, 2018

I always prefer fluval. Simple easy to clean and customizable

Awesome Dennis · Nov 30, 2018

I like my seachem tidal HOB filters

RobertN · Nov 30, 2018

sfin52 said:
I always prefer fluval. Simple easy to clean and customizable

Which model would you recommend?

RobertN · Nov 30, 2018

Awesome Dennis said:
I like my seachem tidal HOB filters

Which model would you recommend?

Aquius · Nov 30, 2018

Awesome Dennis said:
I like my seachem tidal HOB filters

I have a 75 gallon QT (got a good deal at Petsmart) and run a Tidal 110. Appears to work VERY well, and I like that it charges easy and that you can divert to skim the surface...

Aquius · Nov 30, 2018

RobertN said:
Which model would you recommend?

This should more than handle your needs in a 20 gallon.

Tidal 55

https://www.amazon.com/Seachem-Tida...43617747&sr=1-2&keywords=Seachem+Tidal+Filter

Tastee · Dec 1, 2018

My QT has an integrated rear sump but if I was using a basic box I would go with Aquaclear. Get one rated one size bigger than your tank, you can always wind them back. The slightly larger unit will give you more scope to change media.

RobertN · Dec 1, 2018

Aquius said:
This should more than handle your needs in a 20 gallon.

Tidal 55

https://www.amazon.com/Seachem-Tida...43617747&sr=1-2&keywords=Seachem+Tidal+Filter

Thanks!

RobertN · Dec 1, 2018

Tastee said:
My QT has an integrated rear sump but if I was using a basic box I would go with Aquaclear. Get one rated one size bigger than your tank, you can always wind them back. The slightly larger unit will give you more scope to change media.

Another vote for Aquaclear. Thanks!