Jacob Hill-Legion Aquatics Posted June 29, 2022 Share Posted June 29, 2022 I was just adding up how much the equipment will cost for the new tank I’m gonna set up and I was wondering how much do others spend on a low tech planted tank? could you tell me how much you spend on average for a planted tank(whole system) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hannah Parker Posted June 29, 2022 Share Posted June 29, 2022 (edited) So I've set up a lot of small, betta community tanks that are planted and only ever use a sponge filter. Luckily once you accumulate some things you can reuse things and cut down on cost! But usually, with driftwood, plants, the tank/stand and the fish, and equipment of course, it's around $200-$250 for me. I always try and buy my tanks and stands off of Facebook marketplace, and sometimes I get lucky and a light already comes with it. I either buy plants from my LFS or Aquarium Co-Op itself. Unfortunately I usually am working with a tight budget so I will buy things like heaters, air pumps and lights from Amazon, because with those things they have the best price. I will spend more $ on fish at my LFS than opting for cheaper ones at Petco, to get healthier fish. Edited June 29, 2022 by Hannah Parker 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheSwissAquarist Posted June 29, 2022 Share Posted June 29, 2022 150 bucks if you get cheap equipment and fish off eBay and AquaBid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick_G Posted June 29, 2022 Share Posted June 29, 2022 It varies depending on what I’m going for. Here is a crude breakdown of two tanks I have that are about the same size. 1. Rimless Community Aquatop 11.3 gallon rimless cube: $70 Light: Fluval nano plant: $95 Tetra whisper HOB: $25 Heater: $30 Eco Complete substrate: $30 Wood decorations: $30 Plants: ~ $50 Test strips and dechlorinator: $40 Total: $370 Everything for tank number one was purchased at Aquarium Co-op or another LFS. 2. Guppy grow out 10 gallon standard Aqueon: $10 2 x Aquarium Co-op sponge filters with airstones: $17 Air pump: $15 Shop light: $10 Plants: free from other tanks Bag of crushed coral for livebearer health: $5 Total: $57 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick_G Posted June 29, 2022 Share Posted June 29, 2022 I’ve also been lucky finding deals through my local aquarium club. I've bought a complete 20 gallon rimless setup for less than $200 and a brand new 10 gallon rimless setup for about $35. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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