Shogun3041 Posted March 21, 2021 Share Posted March 21, 2021 Just wanting some input on this, as I had trouble finding contents posted by the Co-Op specifically on this equipment type. Not sure if the Ziss Bubble Filter counts, but I was thinking something more similar to this (just as a reference): https://fluvalaquatics.com/us/u-series/ https://www.amazon.com/Sicce-SIC113-Filtration/dp/B007GCFYW4 Are they not talked much about because many of them have quality defects or user-friendly issues? Or is it in the Co-Op's opinion that sponge/HOB filters simply perform better? I like my HOB because it takes little tank space, but it sometimes makes a lot of noise by vibrating against the glass or creating a waterfall when water level drops. That's how I became curious on internal power filters, but I don't want to waste money... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Cory Posted March 21, 2021 Administrators Share Posted March 21, 2021 The Fluval ones are ok, I don't like the sicce ones. They had lots of problems when we sold them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shogun3041 Posted March 21, 2021 Author Share Posted March 21, 2021 @CoryIf you don't mind me asking, do you have any notable complaints on internal power filters in general? Things less likely to be encountered with sponge or HOB maybe? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Cory Posted March 21, 2021 Administrators Share Posted March 21, 2021 In general, internal power filters have a lot of debris go back into the tank when you try to remove media to clean them. A sponge filter with a powerhead is what I would choose before an internal filter myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted March 22, 2021 Share Posted March 22, 2021 Well I have and use one now. I stopped for a while, but after seeing the bag trick for the sponge filter I started using again. Thanks. 4 minutes ago, Cory said: In general, internal power filters have a lot of debris go back into the tank when you try to remove media to clean them. A sponge filter with a powerhead is what I would choose before an internal filter myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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