Aquarium Waterfall Filter Reptiles Turtle Filter for Small Tank 1-15 Gallon, Low Level Water Clean Pump Internal Bio Media Water Filtration System for Fish Amphibian Cichlids Frog

I originally bought one for my axolotes tank because they do not like heavy water movement it destroys their gills. It was perfect The filter is super quite and flows really well. The water flow is actually really staedy through the filter. The suction holes are on the bottom so it can be used in a tank or terrarium with just a few inches of water. I Then removed it and tried on my fry tank. Still worked great. The little pump is great because it draws the water up through the botton and then pushes it up out the flow spout. So if the included filter insert is not enough for you, you can stick a piece of sponge filter in it to make it work even better. You can hang it from the aquarium edge with the included adjustable back hanger. It also has 2 nice suction cups on the back. The work really well I almost wanted to take them of and use them for a heater I have instead lol. I chose to use the suction cups instead of the hanger. Both functioned properly so its a matter of preference. When the item first arrived I was a little skeptical. It look basic and nothing special. I am glad I was wrong. When the filter arrived I opened it and noticed a fine black dust all over the filter. With it being white it made it look dirty. I then realized it wasnt dirty the filter that comes with it has carbon in it. It was just the carbon dust that is on most filters. After I quick wipe down with a paper towel it was perfectly fine. Before using the included filter insert make sure to wash the filter with tap water for a few second to remove the excess carbon dust. Most filter inserts you buy say to do this anyways. It you need a small filter for low water movement or small fish, go with this one. For the price you'll be happy.

This filter is more useful for rimless aquatic containers or terrariums that have low water levels (personally I would recommend at least 2 inches of water depth at a minimum instead of the listed 0.98 inches). For these uses, it works great. Or even as a small current filter on a standard aquarium after medication treatments where the charcoal can work on removing the remaining medication chemicals by hanging it with the provided rim hook mount from the lip of the aquarium hood doorway because the rim hook is not large enough to fit over the plastic rim found on most aquariums sold in the USA ( I’d like to see the mount hook redesigned to fit standard aquariums or include one for each, those with a rim and those without). It’s not intended to complete with typical hang in tank type filters for larger bodies of water. In a terrarium setting, it wouldn’t be difficult to stage rock formations to create a waterfall allowing for the filter housing to be hidden from sight. Myself, I bought it to use as a medication removal filter that won’t need a high flow rate, could be stored away easily after use and wouldn’t take up a lot of room in smaller (10 gallons or less) hospital aquariums. This filter fit that need nicely. It can hang of the side or you can use the rubber suction cups to mount it on the aquarium wall. With that being said, you’ll have to lower the water level a bit to allow the water exiting the filter to “splash” on the top of the water to aerate the water. It would also work nicely for a small betta fish aquarium where slight water flow and gentle aeration is appreciated.

I am updating my review. I was originally really impressed with this filter. I ordered this first in October and it worked really well. However, two months later and it quit working. While it was working well, I had ordered another one for a different tank. It worked less than 30 minutes. I am returning it. I ordered a replacement for the second filter before the original stopped working. I will be sending it back as I cannot risk loosing more money being right past my return window. Don’t waste your money. I am very disappointed This filter is perfect for my 5 gallon tank that I only have 2 gallons of water in. The aquarium houses my 2 tiny hatchling mud turtles for now. The current is not too strong and is working well.

The filter is really quiet, keeps the water clean, and my baby turtle seems to like the waterfall. The filter's motor stopped working after about a month and a half but, the seller shipped me a replacement was really helpful in giving advice on how often to have it turned on.

I wasn’t sure about this pump based on some of the reviews, but so far, it’s great. It’s pretty quiet, as long as you make sure that the water level stays above the intake slots on the bottom sides. I use it for my young turtle, and after getting used to it, I find her around it and under the “waterfall”. It’s another reason that I bought this one, besides the price. At this point, I’m satisfied with the purchase. It does what it’s supposed to, and not loud. Although, it’s possible that with extended use, it could become that way. Also, I only run it a couple hours a day to extend the life of the pump. They recommend that also. So if you need one that needs running constantly, I don’t know how long it would hold up.

Product worked great for about 6 weeks then it completely died. I wish it had a longer life span. For the cost it is cheaper to buy a new one of these every couple of months than to replace the filters in an expensive one. On a side note this was probably the easiest turtle filter I have ever set up.

I guess I shouldn't have expected much but it broke on me after a few weeks. Doesn't really keep the aquarium clean IMO just swisher the water around.

I use this waterfall filter for my corn snake's mini pool/water bowl and its great. The filter shouldn't be on 24/7 so its on an amazon outlet and I have a routine to turn on for 8hr a day. It's a bit noisy, but it does not bother me. Def great addition to her habitat.

Its small but nice and cute. Works well for my turtle

Super quiet--silent, almost--and blends in nicely with the background wall. Also keeps the water crystal-clear. Big con: not as pictured as all product photos. Note that the wire comes out of the bottom and thus must go up through the water. Not sure about the reason for this odd design feature. I would have been much happier if the seller had sent the other version of the item, with the wire coming out of the top.

as described