Opinions on EHEIM vs FX5!?

[ultimatejay]

Eheims are nice filters, but I cant justify the cost. You can buy two fully loaded fx5's for one 2262. I like to use two filters on my tanks for reduntancy in case one takes a dump. I don't care how good a product is, there will always be some problems with all of them. I have had my fx5's for over 6 years without one problem yet. This is like Ford vs Chevy. There will be likes and dislikes on both sides. Having said all that. If money wasn't an issue and I could only choose one filter I would get the 2262 because it has a larger bio capacity than the FX5. They are both good filters though.


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[Ade]

I think eheim are the best... And it pricy, and worth it.

I find fx5 with eheim is great combo. Compliment each other well.
On my tank,
I run 2260 and pro3 : these are my main bio filters.
I also have 2 fx 5 which do a good job for mechanical filtration. also run 2 internal eheim 2252s. Incredible internals that polish the water to no end.
All my cans are full100% of bio media.
I hate cleaning the fx5s
But really don't mind cleaning out the eheims.


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[FuriousFish]

fx5!