is the AC110 worth it?

[insanity0x1]

hey there, just have some spending $ lying around, and was wondering if an AC110 is the same/better than a rena XP3, i know its a canister vs a power filter, but, lets say i could get either, whats the better buy?

 

[Bazinga]

xp3.... lol i myself arent a fan of the ac110 but it could depend on what your needs are and your stock

 

[ballinouttacntrol]

can't you get 2 used ac110s for the price a one used rena xp3?

 

[Columbian Shark Catfish]

If you have sand in your tank and fish that manage to kick it up, don't get the AC110. I had one and it was amazing, then switched out gravel for sand. My pleco killed it and no matter how much I clean it (take the impeller out and cotton swap the hole) it still makes a really annoying grinding noise.

 

[aclockworkorange]

I actually like aquaclear, but a canister filter is always going to outperform a HOB in my opinion...

I own two xp3s and don't like them too much. For smaller canisters, I think eheim is the way to go.

 

[aclockworkorange]

can't you get 2 used ac110s for the price a one used rena xp3?

I've seen used AC110 go for $10, haha.

 

[insanity0x1]

well its for a 125 with sand, just oscar and 2 JD's, all juvies. but i have an eheim 2217 and a cascade 700 (SUCKS) as of right now..so just lookin to add another

 

[dannieman]

i use both xp3 and ac110 but on a 125 id rather stick to the xp3 i like using the ac110s on 80 gals and under

 

[Red_Belly_Pacu]

I have an Aquaclear 110 and several Rena XP3s. I would say the XP3 is a better filter overall.

 

[Plec123]

ac110 if you arent using sand. ive got one on my 38gal tank , it works wonders and keeps the water flowing since my tank is fairly small for it.