What's a good HOB filter for holding tank?

[RobertN]

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]

Aqua clears are the best

 

[BigJim]

Aqua clears are the best

+1

 

[RobertN]

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

 

[James M]

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

What size is the tank ?

 

[RobertN]

I would be getting a 20 gallon

 

[James M]

I would choose The 20 or 30

 

[BigJim]

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]

Got it. Thanks to both of you!

 

[sfin52]

I always prefer fluval. Simple easy to clean and customizable

 

[Awesome Dennis]

I like my seachem tidal HOB filters

 

[RobertN]

I always prefer fluval. Simple easy to clean and customizable

Which model would you recommend?

 

[RobertN]

I like my seachem tidal HOB filters

Which model would you recommend?

 

[Aquius]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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!