Aqueon vs Marineland

bigffish · 05/23/2010, 10:55 AM

Hope some would weigh in as to the quality comparison of each; I am looking at a standard 75g tank.

Thanks, bigffish

philosophish · 05/23/2010, 11:58 AM

Their design is about the same, except the marineland comes with a bio-wheel which can come in handy in some situations.

Take a look at the aquaclear filters. They have a better design and can be modified for use in different situations, as a fuge for example.

Really need to ask yourself:
1. Is this going to be the sole source of filtration?
2. What type of animals will be kept in the tank?

good luck

bigffish · 05/23/2010, 04:05 PM

Thanks for your quick reply, I was refering more about workmanship and quality of the manufacture than anything else; I am talking standard tank, as I will be installing a calpho style ctc overflow and drilling the back of the tank and installing an external o-flow box w/ silent and failsafe standpipes that will supply my sump.

Thanks Again, bigffish

philosophish · 05/23/2010, 04:19 PM

try searching and asking in the nano section. You should get a lot more feedback as these filters are far more common with smaller systems.

From what I have read, the aquaclears run like champs. I had old whipser filters that ran forever as well.

sjm817 · 05/23/2010, 04:23 PM

The OP is asking about aquariums, not filters. They are both about the same. Since you are drilling, I would look into if the side panels are tempered or not. There are some 75Gs (75E??) that are tempered on all sides.

philosophish · 05/23/2010, 04:37 PM

wowsa, goes to show how a few days of looking for power filters for a nano can skew your perspective

jtrasap · 05/23/2010, 04:41 PM

I would lean towards Marineland, although I'm a bit biased as my sister in-law builds tanks for them.

I know the side panels on the 75g Marineland are not tempered, not sure on the Aqueon.

I know Marineland has decent customer service as well. When my Stealth heater died, I called them and they sent me a replacement, no questions asked.

hottuna · 05/23/2010, 06:04 PM

IMO since marineland took over perfecto THEY are making a better product...

ct_vol · 05/23/2010, 06:10 PM

I prefer Marineland as opposed to Aqueon as well...

BlueFaceAngel · 05/23/2010, 08:16 PM

as someone whose own and setup both...perfecto tanks are heavier and the silicon build is cleaner...the trim is thicker and overall the centerbrace is sturdier..

All glass tanks (i think) have better quality glass for drilling and viewing, trim is not as bulky, silicon is clear and sometimes will have bubbles.

teesquare · 05/23/2010, 08:22 PM

The fit and finish of the Marineland tanks- IMHO - is vastly superior. The edge finish work on the ends of the panes is beautiful.
And - you can have ANYTHING done custom w/Marineland.

T

Ben_Im · 05/23/2010, 10:10 PM

I bought an Aqueon 40 Breeder last month. I'm happy with my purchase, but I can definitely see a lot of flaws in the craftsmanship, especially in the silicone. I noticed that there are a lot silicone finger prints near the seals where whomever assembled the tank accidentally touched. Also one of the sides has some air bubbles in the silicone.

Again, I can't complain due to the price I got it for, but I wasn't terribly impressed.

xmadcowx · 05/24/2010, 08:01 AM

I have zero complaints about my aqueon tank. I just picked up a 120g and a 40 breeder for a new setup and they both look flawless.

teesquare · 05/24/2010, 12:01 PM

Did you to compare them to comparable marineland tanks?

BlueFaceAngel · 05/24/2010, 12:08 PM

yes, i've had 75gal all glass and marineland tanks side by side...

teesquare · 05/24/2010, 01:12 PM

Was the edge work on both tanks on par? I did not see the edge work on the All-Glass tanks as nice as the Marineland. And - again, you can have Marineland to ANYTHING custom that you want -
That has not been my experience with All-Glass/Aqueon.
The current quality of the Marineland line looks as good - or maybe better than what Oceanic used to be in their prime.
T

BlueFaceAngel · 05/24/2010, 01:32 PM

all glass tanks have a very sharp edge work to them, the trim is thinner and does not seem to be the same quality, the corners are pointy with all glass...IMO i think all glass as the best standard glass

Perfecto tanks have a very soft and thick trim work, the trim corners are rounded down a bit but appears very bulky and thick, (sometimes can be trouble with fitting light legs on the sides.

teesquare · 05/24/2010, 01:38 PM

How can you tell the difference in the glass between the two?

BlueFaceAngel · 05/24/2010, 09:37 PM

i've drilled alot of both tanks...all glass tanks dont chip as often...i had two 75gals side by side, and it seemed like the all glass tank didn't give any tint at all...the perfecto had a little tint to it....thats just IMO

teesquare · 05/24/2010, 09:42 PM

Interesting to know! I had not seen any difference in the glass itself.

T

SHOmuchFUN · 05/25/2010, 06:05 AM

My Perfecto tank looks a lot better than my Aqueon tank. The black silicone on the perfecto was of much higher quality. The trim on the Aqueon had actually peeled away a bit. It almost looks like they PAINTED the black trim, then stuck on packing tape. When pulling the packing tape away, the trim peeled as well. I had to be VERY careful. Not a big deal because the black plastic trim was getting covered with molding...

bigffish · 05/28/2010, 05:44 PM

Thanks everyone for your input; I always rely somewhat on user reviews when I am getting ready to drop some change, so today I decided to drop some change on a marineland 75g tank, and I do mean change, lfs had the 75's on sale for 99.00 bucks!

BlueFaceAngel · 05/29/2010, 02:47 PM

brand new?! what a deal

bigffish · 05/29/2010, 05:05 PM

Brand new and in the box!

05/23/2010, 10:55 AM	#1
bigffish Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Annapolis, MD Posts: 68	Aqueon vs Marineland Hope some would weigh in as to the quality comparison of each; I am looking at a standard 75g tank. Thanks, bigffish

05/23/2010, 11:58 AM	#2
philosophish Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 334	Their design is about the same, except the marineland comes with a bio-wheel which can come in handy in some situations. Take a look at the aquaclear filters. They have a better design and can be modified for use in different situations, as a fuge for example. Really need to ask yourself: 1. Is this going to be the sole source of filtration? 2. What type of animals will be kept in the tank? good luck __________________ I reef therefore I am

05/23/2010, 04:19 PM	#4
philosophish Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 334	try searching and asking in the nano section. You should get a lot more feedback as these filters are far more common with smaller systems. From what I have read, the aquaclears run like champs. I had old whipser filters that ran forever as well. __________________ I reef therefore I am

05/23/2010, 04:23 PM	#5
sjm817 On Yer left! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Northern VA Posts: 18,777	The OP is asking about aquariums, not filters. They are both about the same. Since you are drilling, I would look into if the side panels are tempered or not. There are some 75Gs (75E??) that are tempered on all sides. __________________ - Scott

05/23/2010, 04:37 PM	#6
philosophish Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 334	wowsa, goes to show how a few days of looking for power filters for a nano can skew your perspective __________________ I reef therefore I am

05/23/2010, 04:05 PM	#3
bigffish Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Annapolis, MD Posts: 68	Thanks for your quick reply, I was refering more about workmanship and quality of the manufacture than anything else; I am talking standard tank, as I will be installing a calpho style ctc overflow and drilling the back of the tank and installing an external o-flow box w/ silent and failsafe standpipes that will supply my sump. Thanks Again, bigffish

05/23/2010, 04:41 PM	#7
jtrasap Elite Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: St. Elmo, Illinois Posts: 2,361	I would lean towards Marineland, although I'm a bit biased as my sister in-law builds tanks for them. I know the side panels on the 75g Marineland are not tempered, not sure on the Aqueon. I know Marineland has decent customer service as well. When my Stealth heater died, I called them and they sent me a replacement, no questions asked. __________________ Jason Knowledge is knowing a tomato is a fruit; Wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad.

05/23/2010, 06:04 PM	#8
hottuna Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 1,248	IMO since marineland took over perfecto THEY are making a better product... __________________ HotTuna

05/23/2010, 06:10 PM	#9
ct_vol Reefing On My Mind Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Kempton, IL Posts: 8,083	I prefer Marineland as opposed to Aqueon as well... __________________ Randy Volunteers, Blackhawks, Titans, Cubs!!!! Current Tank Info: 185g waiting to be built, 120g SPS/Anemone Reef, 120g SCA in the works, 58g mixed reef w/ 6x39w T5, 125g grow out w/ Reef Breeders

05/23/2010, 08:16 PM	#10
BlueFaceAngel Moved On Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 123	as someone whose own and setup both...perfecto tanks are heavier and the silicon build is cleaner...the trim is thicker and overall the centerbrace is sturdier.. All glass tanks (i think) have better quality glass for drilling and viewing, trim is not as bulky, silicon is clear and sometimes will have bubbles.

05/23/2010, 08:22 PM	#11
teesquare Coral Curmudgeon Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: western NC Posts: 1,663	The fit and finish of the Marineland tanks- IMHO - is vastly superior. The edge finish work on the ends of the panes is beautiful. And - you can have ANYTHING done custom w/Marineland. T __________________ No....really honey, it was a gift! Current Tank Info: 700 gallon combined reef/frag systems - 650gal Cichlid system

05/23/2010, 10:10 PM	#12
Ben_Im Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Orinda, CA Posts: 734	I bought an Aqueon 40 Breeder last month. I'm happy with my purchase, but I can definitely see a lot of flaws in the craftsmanship, especially in the silicone. I noticed that there are a lot silicone finger prints near the seals where whomever assembled the tank accidentally touched. Also one of the sides has some air bubbles in the silicone. Again, I can't complain due to the price I got it for, but I wasn't terribly impressed.

05/24/2010, 08:01 AM	#13
xmadcowx Wilderness Reefer Join Date: May 2002 Location: Colorado Posts: 404	I have zero complaints about my aqueon tank. I just picked up a 120g and a 40 breeder for a new setup and they both look flawless. __________________ -Ryan Current Tank Info: Tore down before move across the country

05/24/2010, 12:01 PM	#14
teesquare Coral Curmudgeon Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: western NC Posts: 1,663	Did you to compare them to comparable marineland tanks? __________________ No....really honey, it was a gift! Current Tank Info: 700 gallon combined reef/frag systems - 650gal Cichlid system

05/24/2010, 12:08 PM	#15
BlueFaceAngel Moved On Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 123	yes, i've had 75gal all glass and marineland tanks side by side...

05/24/2010, 01:12 PM	#16
teesquare Coral Curmudgeon Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: western NC Posts: 1,663	Was the edge work on both tanks on par? I did not see the edge work on the All-Glass tanks as nice as the Marineland. And - again, you can have Marineland to ANYTHING custom that you want - That has not been my experience with All-Glass/Aqueon. The current quality of the Marineland line looks as good - or maybe better than what Oceanic used to be in their prime. T __________________ No....really honey, it was a gift! Current Tank Info: 700 gallon combined reef/frag systems - 650gal Cichlid system

05/24/2010, 01:32 PM	#17
BlueFaceAngel Moved On Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 123	all glass tanks have a very sharp edge work to them, the trim is thinner and does not seem to be the same quality, the corners are pointy with all glass...IMO i think all glass as the best standard glass Perfecto tanks have a very soft and thick trim work, the trim corners are rounded down a bit but appears very bulky and thick, (sometimes can be trouble with fitting light legs on the sides.

05/24/2010, 01:38 PM	#18
teesquare Coral Curmudgeon Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: western NC Posts: 1,663	How can you tell the difference in the glass between the two? __________________ No....really honey, it was a gift! Current Tank Info: 700 gallon combined reef/frag systems - 650gal Cichlid system

05/24/2010, 09:37 PM	#19
BlueFaceAngel Moved On Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 123	i've drilled alot of both tanks...all glass tanks dont chip as often...i had two 75gals side by side, and it seemed like the all glass tank didn't give any tint at all...the perfecto had a little tint to it....thats just IMO

05/24/2010, 09:42 PM	#20
teesquare Coral Curmudgeon Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: western NC Posts: 1,663	Interesting to know! I had not seen any difference in the glass itself. T __________________ No....really honey, it was a gift! Current Tank Info: 700 gallon combined reef/frag systems - 650gal Cichlid system

05/25/2010, 06:05 AM	#21
SHOmuchFUN Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Vermont Posts: 4,461	My Perfecto tank looks a lot better than my Aqueon tank. The black silicone on the perfecto was of much higher quality. The trim on the Aqueon had actually peeled away a bit. It almost looks like they PAINTED the black trim, then stuck on packing tape. When pulling the packing tape away, the trim peeled as well. I had to be VERY careful. Not a big deal because the black plastic trim was getting covered with molding... __________________ Erik Engstrom President, Vermont Marine Aquarists. Current Tank Info: Custom 180gal, 6x80w ATI T-5s, (2) Tunze 6025, Vortec MP40w, MSX200 w/ red demon, controlled by AcJR.

05/28/2010, 05:44 PM	#22
bigffish Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Annapolis, MD Posts: 68	thanks Thanks everyone for your input; I always rely somewhat on user reviews when I am getting ready to drop some change, so today I decided to drop some change on a marineland 75g tank, and I do mean change, lfs had the 75's on sale for 99.00 bucks!

05/29/2010, 02:47 PM	#23
BlueFaceAngel Moved On Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 123	brand new?! what a deal

05/29/2010, 05:05 PM	#24
bigffish Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Annapolis, MD Posts: 68	Brand new and in the box!

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