External filters which is the best on the market

  • We are currently upgrading MFK. thanks! -neo
For a 400L tank, I would go with a fluval FX5 or two Aqua-clear 110s. I have both and they are among the best out there. You could also get a Rena XP4 as they are also great filters.
 
you mean the ones that look like expresso machines? Not worth the money and you are depending that Hagen will keep producing the exchange cartridges. Absolute gimmicks. I had a discussion with my local rep re. the water change indicator. Turns out TDS are measured since nitrate in the water increase the TDS count. However, harder water already has a higher TDS count. Keep things simple. I have some Eheim classics running for over a decade.
With sterling where it is against the Euro at the moment it pays to order online. I'll send you a pm where I found the cheapest filters
 
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