Fluval 404 VS Rena FilStar xP3

[toadyus]

I have the xp3 and it's awesome. I have a fluval 304 so can't really say since the xp3's perfomance is rated better.

 

[IMPULSEBUYER]

My buddies fluval leaks randomly, xp3 never had a prob, and it looks better in worksmanship, IMO

 

[Wesku]

I had a Fluval 104 in a 20 gallon and now I have XP3 in a 75 gallon.
The 104 started leaking eventually.
I think XP3 is hands down better. I used to have Eheim 2215 , and XP3 is closer to that quality , some ways even better, IMHO.

 

[shoefreak03]

compared to the newer fluvals (sqaure canister), i would say xp3, but if you could get your hands on the round canister version of fluval (403) then that would be better than the xp3.

i have 2 xp3 right now and love them. easy cleaning and priming.

 

[lemcc]

We need a sticky poll for filters
xp3 without a doubt is the best canister for the price
Price concerns removed xp3 is twice the filter of a 404
Hagen makes some great stuff (ac 110) but the fuval 04's suck
I picked mine up for like $50 and was still not happy with it

 

[Vince]

I have both, and like both. I got both when they were on sale.

 

[tenfooteracrylic]

go with the 404!

 

[tenfooteracrylic]

or try the 405 i just bought one,works great!

 

[adc-aquatics]

I have both. XP3> 404

I was iniitally surprised at how filmsy the plastic is on the 404.

IMO, Cascades > XP3

 

[Ender]

Just got my 2 xP3s in, starting the 75g soon!