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Marineland Penguin BIO-Wheel Power Filters
Maintain a crystal clear, healthy aquarium with our Marineland Penguin BIO-Wheel Power Aquarium FilterThree-stage filtration system with mechanical, chemical, and biological filtration in one reliable and easy to maintain unit
Average Customer Rating:
out of
5
(97 Reviews)83 of 97(86%)customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Marineland Penguin BIO-Wheel Power Filters
Review 21 for Marineland Penguin BIO-Wheel Power Filters
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 97 reviews)
Written By: BrandoV
a no hassle filter
Date: August 16, 2008
"If your like me and enjoy having an aquarium but dont like cleaning it every week than this is the filter for you. I have two Bio-wheel 350's on my 55 gallon chiclid tank and i love them i never have to mess with that water or worry about if my fish have poor water quality. If you know anything about chiclids than you know that they can be dirty, but these filters have no problem keeping up i have about 20 assorted african / south american chiclids and my water is clear as can bee if you care about your fish dont mess with any other filter. This is truly a no hassle filter"
Review 22 for Marineland Penguin BIO-Wheel Power Filters
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 97 reviews)
Written By: Crowboy
Dont buy this. Try a millenium first.
Date: August 12, 2008
"This filter is the worst filter I've encountered. It didn't even make it through the first week without malfunctioning. First the bio-wheel self destructs and without modification it won't be turning for long. Secondly about the bio-wheel is that I'm pretty sure it actually stores waste and makes your water quality worse. This is just a gadget to attract buyers. I have not made it through the first week and for no apparent reason at all the filter will not let water pass through it. It is not dirty at all. Self destructing expensive filter pads are a no no. I've had a millenium 2000 working in a 55 gal. tank over its rated size and heavily stocked for about 5 years and going strongly, quietly."
Review 23 for Marineland Penguin BIO-Wheel Power Filters
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 97 reviews)
Written By: fishman51949
Very happy with product
Date: July 23, 2008
"I bought this after I got fed up with my diatom filter (supposedly the best filters you can buy) and just boxed it up and threw it in a corner. It was leaky, noisy, and the powder kept cycling through. I bought this as a new filter, hoping it would be better than the mediocre tetra filter that originally came with my aquarium set. And man, am I pleased with it! The only sound I hear from it is the sound of the water coming out of the filter, which is actually a nice, calming sound. The water quality is on par with the diatom's (when it worked) and the maintenance is much easier than the diatom. And, my fish seem much happier without the strong current!"
Review 24 for Marineland Penguin BIO-Wheel Power Filters
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 97 reviews)
Written By: JoshandDi
Works great.
Date: May 13, 2008
"I have 1 Penguin 150 as a secondary filter on my 55 gallon, and a Penguin 100 on my 14 gallon quarantine tank. They both work perfectly. The addition of the Bio-Wheel helps to stop mini-cycles when changing filter media."
Review 25 for Marineland Penguin BIO-Wheel Power Filters
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 97 reviews)
Written By: Michael999999
Very, very loud. Maybe the sand, though...
Date: May 12, 2008
"Within a week the pump got so loud, I had to close the bedroom door, just to be able to sleep. I have a 10 gal tank with sand. Fish activity around the pump intake causes sand to get into the pump, particularly the impeller assemply. I will replace the impeller... and the sand with gravel... and keep my fingers crossed."
Review 26 for Marineland Penguin BIO-Wheel Power Filters
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 97 reviews)
Written By: petfreak101
One of the best
Date: May 9, 2008
"For a box filter this is the best your going to get it has the right circulation not too noisy as long as you keep your water level high less changing of the filter w/ bio wheels it keep a natural balnce of benafical bacteria that your fish need to live " do not replace or clean unless broken""
Review 27 for Marineland Penguin BIO-Wheel Power Filters
Overall Rating:
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(based on 97 reviews)
Written By: TheTruth
Excellet Filter
Date: April 11, 2008
"Have used all types of filters in the past from whisper's to aqua clear and by far this is the best. Bio wheel gets extra oxygen into the water wich helps great with the nitrogen cycle. excellent product !!"
Review 28 for Marineland Penguin BIO-Wheel Power Filters
Overall Rating:
out of
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(based on 97 reviews)
Written By: fish101
well worth it
Date: April 10, 2008
"Keeps water clean and clear. Keeps water chemistry in good condition. Better than my old filter. Has strong water flow. Does not need much mainenance. It will keep your aquarium healthy."
Review 29 for Marineland Penguin BIO-Wheel Power Filters
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 97 reviews)
Written By: CoolFish
I Made a Great Choice
Date: February 14, 2008
"I bought the Marineland Penguin 200 BIO-Wheel filter about three weeks ago, and it works perfectly. This filter runs smoothly with no noise what so ever. Additionally, the water of my tank has been clean so foar. The reason I gave it a four is because I have a filter for my other tank from Hagen Fluval and it is even better with keeping the water clear and clean. I would recomend this filter if you do not mind cleaning you water every one to two monthes."
Review 30 for Marineland Penguin BIO-Wheel Power Filters
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 97 reviews)
Written By: genuinered
WOW! Highly Recommended
Date: February 14, 2008
"I just have to say this filter is wonderful. It is so quiet and powerful! I have a 20 gallon tank with the Penguin 200 and it keeps my water so clear! Filter cartridges are so easy to change and you even have room to add a media basket. Would recommend this filter to anyone who is looking for an incredible, quiet filter!"
Review 31 for Marineland Penguin BIO-Wheel Power Filters
Overall Rating:
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(based on 97 reviews)
Written By: KingJep
Great Buy
Date: February 14, 2008
"This machine will keep your tank in tip top condition. The water will stay crystal clear. The machine never has a problem. It runs great and quitly. This is a must have if you buy a fish tank. This will help keep disease down among fish and will work at full capacity always."
Review 32 for Marineland Penguin BIO-Wheel Power Filters
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 97 reviews)
Written By: jaytrb
nice filter
Date: February 9, 2008
"I have a biowheel for my oscar set-up and it cleans the tank nicely without much noise."
Review 33 for Marineland Penguin BIO-Wheel Power Filters
Overall Rating:
out of
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(based on 97 reviews)
Written By: FishLover401
Best bang for your buck
Date: February 9, 2008
"I have two of these filters on each of my 55 gallon tanks, which have heavy bioloads. These filters are so reliable and quiet. I've never had to replace any parts on them, and they self-prime quite well if your power goes out. You can't beat the quality at this price!"
Review 34 for Marineland Penguin BIO-Wheel Power Filters
Overall Rating:
out of
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(based on 97 reviews)
Written By: Carl
Number 1
Date: February 7, 2008
"These are the best hang on power filters on the market."
Review 35 for Marineland Penguin BIO-Wheel Power Filters
Overall Rating:
out of
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(based on 97 reviews)
Written By: splash
the bio wheel does so much
Date: February 7, 2008
"this
is a good product . I like how you never have to change the bio wheel
and the filter media isn't that "much $ " Its cheaper then filters that
do half as much too."
is a good product . I like how you never have to change the bio wheel
and the filter media isn't that "much $ " Its cheaper then filters that
do half as much too."
Review 36 for Marineland Penguin BIO-Wheel Power Filters
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 97 reviews)
Written By: patrick07
best purchase
Date: February 3, 2008
"I was having trouble keeping my saltwater fishes alive unitl I bought this product. Now all my fishes are doing well. It's unique biowheel helps for retain the good bacteria for aquariums w/c is essential."
Review 37 for Marineland Penguin BIO-Wheel Power Filters
Overall Rating:
out of
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(based on 97 reviews)
Written By: YankeeFashions
Absolute Best!
Date: January 27, 2008
"I have 4 fish tanks and have tried 4 different filters. This one is the absolute best! It keeps my tank looking awesome. I highly recommend it!"
Review 38 for Marineland Penguin BIO-Wheel Power Filters
Overall Rating:
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5
(based on 97 reviews)
Written By: WhiteMike
awesome bio wheel filter
Date: January 24, 2008
"Great filter for the money. all 3 stages of effective filtration. Good current produced and good intake."
Review 39 for Marineland Penguin BIO-Wheel Power Filters
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 97 reviews)
Written By: nathan83
perfect
Date: January 23, 2008
"I have tried and cant think of a single complaint I run the 350 in my 55 gallon salt water tank and it does everything for me I never have to do water changes even partial I have never had any nitrite or amonia levels show up to speak of!! The bio wheel is a great invention my hat is off to the designer!!!"
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Review 40 for Marineland Penguin BIO-Wheel Power Filters
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 97 reviews)
Written By: scrappy
best filter yet
Date: January 21, 2008
"i have recently bought this filter and it is the best i have,it keeps my tank crystal clear and it keeps my fish healthy it is quiet at times but it can get pretty loud if the water level drops but over all great filter"
