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Our Top Pick
9.7/10 our score
Best Aquarium Canister Filter
Rank | Product Name | Score |
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1 |
Penn Plax Cascade CCF3UL Canister Filter For Large Aquariums and Fish Tanks – Up To 100 Gallons, Filters 265 GPH,Blue |
9. 7 |
2 |
Polar Aurora 3-Stage External Aquarium Filter 265GPH with Builtin Pump Kit Canister New(265GPH) |
9. 5 |
3 |
Polar Aurora Free Media 265GPH / 370GPH / 525GPH External Aquarium Filter with Builtin Pump Kit Canister (370GPH) |
9. 1 |
4 |
SunSun Hw302 265GPH Pro Canister Filter Kit |
8. 8 |
5 |
SunSun Hw303B 370GPH Pro Canister Filter Kit with 9-watt UV Sterilizer |
8. 6 |
6 |
Sunsun Hw304B 525GPH Pro Canister Filter Kit with 9-watt UV Sterilizer |
8. 2 |
7 |
MarineLand Magniflow Canister Filter for Aquariums |
8. 0 |
8 |
Penn-Plax Cascade Canister Aquarium Filter (1200 Elite) |
7 .7 |
9 |
SunSun HW-3000 UV 9W 5-Stage External Canister Filter 793gph, White |
7. 4 |
10 |
Fluval 307 Perfomance Canister Filter |
7. 2 |
1. Penn Plax Cascade CCF3UL Canister Filter For Large Aquariums and Fish Tanks – Up To 100 Gallons, Filters 265 GPH,Blue
9.7/10 our score
- CASCADE CANISTER FILTER FOR FRESHWATER OR MARINE ENVIRONMENTS: the Cascade 1000 (CCF3UL) has 3 media baskets, works at 265 GPH, and is recommended for Aquariums up to 100 gallons. It measures 11.5 x 17 x 10 inches.
- STATE OF THE ART FEATURES OF THE CASCADE 1000: ♦ flow valves that rotate 360 degrees for easy maneuvering in even the tightest aquarium cabinets ♦ large capacity media baskets allow aquarists to customize to their media needs ♦ push button primer allows for a quick and easy prime of the filter ♦ includes a spray bar, tubing, directional spout for customization, and filter medium.
- USE ANY COMBINATION OF MEDIA: floss pad for removing particulate matter and a course sponge that provides abundant surface for promoting bacterial growth (to remove ammonia and nitrites) included free with purchase
- SEE BELOW FOR DIAGRAM, THE CASCADE 1000 INCLUDES: ♦ Flow rate control cut-off valves ♦ two independent directional 360 degree rotating valve taps ♦ swimming pool – style hose clamps ♦ quick, easy, push button self-primer ♦ extra-large capacity stackable filter medium containers with lift-up handles ♦ floss pad and coarse sponge included, free with each canister filter ♦ easy lift alignment clamps that release vacuum suction ♦ sturdy tip-proof base
- FILTER MEDIA OPTIONS BY CASCADE AVAILABLE ON AMAZON, SOLD SEPARATELY: see below for details, sold separately is media such as: bio-floss, bio-sponge, bio-rings, filt-a-pack pro-z, and filt-a-pack pro-carb-z.
2. Polar Aurora 3-Stage External Aquarium Filter 265GPH with Builtin Pump Kit Canister New(265GPH)
9.5/10 our score
- Good for up to 75 gallon fish tanks SunSun parts can be applied Flow rate: 264 GPH (1000L/hr) Pump Power: 18W Hose size: 3/4" Max-H: 4.6 feet
- 3 media trays capable of handling your choice of filtration media, Comes with an adjustable spray bar. This is a helpful feature if you want to adjust the output flow from the filter. No Light!!!
- Convenient self-priming pump that eliminates the need for manual siphoning, Single valve disconnect & priming pump ease routine maintenance
- Canister filters for aquariums use high water pressure, from a properly powered pump, to force water through the dense filter media. A pump can draw water from an under-gravel filter, and run it into a canister for double filtration
- The three flexible media trays allow you to add other filtration media such as SunSun's activated carbons, ceramic rings or bio-balls to achieve excellent mechanical, chemical, and biological filtration.
3. Polar Aurora Free Media 265GPH / 370GPH / 525GPH External Aquarium Filter with Builtin Pump Kit Canister (370GPH)
9.1/10 our score
- Good for up to 100 gallon fish tanks.Maximum flow rate of 370GPH from built in pump Pump Power: 35W
- 3 media trays capable of handling your choice of filtration media, Comes with an adjustable spray bar. This is a helpful feature if you want to adjust the output flow from the filter
- Convenient self-priming pump that eliminates the need for manual siphoning, Single valve disconnect & priming pump ease routine maintenance
- Built in 9 Watt light for controlling algae spores and promoting clear water
- The three flexible media trays allow you to add other filtration media such as SunSun's activated carbons, ceramic rings or bio-balls to achieve excellent mechanical, chemical, and biological filtration. Compare with similar items
4. SunSun Hw302 265GPH Pro Canister Filter Kit
8.8/10 our score
- HW-302 Pro Filtration Kit, Good for up to 75 gallon aquariums
- Flow rate: 265 GPH (1000L/Hr)
- Dimension: 9" L X 9" W X 15.5" H
- Pro Kit Includes Canister Filter, 3 White Filter Pads and 3 Media Baskets
- Includes 1lb of Premium Filter Carbon, 1lb of Ceramic Rings and 1 Set of Bio Balls
5. SunSun Hw303B 370GPH Pro Canister Filter Kit with 9-watt UV Sterilizer
8.6/10 our score
- HW-303B Pro Filtration Kit, Good for up to 100 gallon aquariums
- Flow rate: 370 GPH (1400L/Hr)
- Dimension: 10.5" L X 10.5" W X 16" H
- Pro Kit Includes Canister Filter w/9 Watt UV, 3 White Filter Pads, 1 Blue Coarse Pad, 3 Media Baskets
- Includes 1lb of Premium Filter Carbon, 1lb of Ceramic Rings and 1 Set of Bio Balls
6. Sunsun Hw304B 525GPH Pro Canister Filter Kit with 9-watt UV Sterilizer
8.2/10 our score
- HW-304B Pro Filtration Kit, Good for up to 150 gallon aquariums
- Flow rate: 525 GPH (2000L/Hr)
- Dimension: 11" L X 11" W X 17" H
- Pro Kit Includes Canister Filter w/9 Watt UV, 4 White Filter Pads, 1 Blue Coarse Pad, 4 Media Baskets
- Includes 1lb of Premium Filter Carbon, 1lb of Ceramic Rings and 1 Set of Bio Balls
7. MarineLand Magniflow Canister Filter for Aquariums
8/10 our score
- Canister lids ensures water tight seal
- The polishing filter pad acts as a water polisher removing fine debris
- The bio-filter balls and ceramic rings provide a large, multifaceted surface area for the growth of bio spires
- Black Diamond Carbon Removes odors, discoloration and water impurities
- Filter Foam pads screen out dirt and debris.Fills filter chamber with water for self-priming system startup
8. Penn-Plax Cascade Canister Aquarium Filter (1200 Elite)
7.7/10 our score
- $197 Value. Cascade Black Elite filter kit for aquariums up to 150 gallons.
- Pumps 315 gallons per hour. Quick easy push button self-primer. Flow rate cut-off valves adjust water flow.
- Includes filter, Bio-Sponge, Bio-Floss 6pk, Pro-Carb 2pk, Bio Rings 10oz and Large Magna Sweep algae magnet.
- Be up and running in minutes. Nothing else to purchase. It is all included.
- Quick and easy monthly maintenance saves you time and aggravation.
9. SunSun HW-3000 UV 9W 5-Stage External Canister Filter 793gph, White
7.4/10 our score
- LCD Display that allows users to adjust the flow rate of the pump and the duration of the UV light
- Flow rate: up to 793 Gallons per hour (adjustable)
- 9W UV sterilizer, perfect for maintaining a clean and clear Aquarium
- Can be used for any freshwater and Saltwater aquariums.Voltage: 220-240V/50Hz
- Comes with White Filter pads (Filter media sold separately)
10. Fluval 307 Perfomance Canister Filter
7.2/10 our score
- The 07 series features new engineering solutions that work cohesively to produce a fluent operation that is up to 25% quieter than before
- Depending on the model selected, the 07 Series generates between 145 - 383 US Gal/h (550-1, 450 L/h) of constant pumping power and pressure that endures over time
- 07 filters are big on power, yet small on energy consumption. The 107 and 207 models, for example, draw as little as 10 watts of electrical energy, which is EQUIVALENT TO A SINGLE HOUSEHOLD LED LIGHTBULB!
- The 07 Series features several new design refinements that reduce the effort and time involved for maintenance, so you can spend more time enjoying your aquarium, and less time working it
- The 07 Series utilizes every square inch of available canister volume, and positions media resourcefully to maximize media space in a compact footprint