Back to Aqua Culture 1.5-Gallon Aquarium Starter Kit Plastic, LED Lighting and Power Filter

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2.73 out of 5stars
(26 reviews)

Most helpful positive review

5.00 out of 5 stars review
Verified Purchaser
11/10/2021
Awesome.
You're limited to maybe 2 small fish with this tank. I tried to cycle my tank with fresh water for months, but the tank is just too small to cycle the ammonia and nitrates/nitrites correctly. i ended up adding lake water in this, which is murky when added. But the filter clears up the water within a day. I stock mine with small lake fish (3 of them right now, 2 1.5 inch and 1 that is about an inch). the interesting thing, the fish are dark grey when i add them. after about a week, the fish are kind of clear, whitened up and healthy. i'm going to add 2 more, i usually have 5 small fish in this tiny tank (i've had 12 in there, 7 babies. i released those back to the lake). i clean this tank out about once a month, the filter has no chance to catch waste and extra food. the pebbles in the bottom are actually "stuck" to each other. i filter the water and reuse 60% of it, and add 40% fresh lake water. negative: the pipe broke on the filter (it's adjustable in height, and poorly made). i took a simple 3/8 hose pipe from an old shower hose and fixed it. i've had this tank for over a year now. if you know how to maintain it, this is an excellent bargain tank. Don't use batteries. Use a mini USB plug for the lights, runs off a 5 volt phone charger block. And add an air bubbler.
Chris

Most helpful negative review

1.00 out of 5 stars review
Verified Purchaser
08/04/2021
JUNK
Dont waste your money. I bought 3 of these for an upgrade for our 3 betas. All 3 lights stopped working wirhin 24 hrs. Changed batteries numerous times and still wouldnt stay on. Also, one of our fish got stuck in the base of the filter and nearly died. If you love your fish, choose another tank !!
Ramona
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  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    04/23/2023
    Perfect size for counter top.
    We bought 2 of these for our 2 betta fish. It's been about a week now and so far they are working great. It's perfect size for a betta or a few small fish. It has a timer for the lights and led lights change colors. The filters are size tetra XS. The pump is internal and works like a sump pump getting waste from the bottom. It's 1.5 gallon that stands 9.75 “ high. And a little over 8 “ wide. It does not come with rocks or decorations. We love them and they 360 degree view.
    SRG70
  • 1.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    04/22/2023
    Missing Pieces!
    Missing lights and I dont think the pump works. My son got for Christmas, so it didnt get set up till months later. we finally set it up and the top is missing the light and the pump makes no noise at all. I dont think it works. Now its to late to return. I would recommend checking the box before you purchase. Make sure the pieces are there.
    Candi
  • 1.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    03/30/2023
    light is dim. cool if you want colors but not very bright white. filter doesnt work very well. clogs easily and had to put on top of gravel. will not buy again. returning as soon as new tanks arrive.
    Amanda
  • 2.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    12/10/2022
    If light and filter was in the box
    Product came open missing light and filter . I would’ve gave a better if all pieces was here.
    renee
  • 1.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    10/26/2022
    Get a better small fish tank.
    Worked for 2 months. Then on the 2nd month, the tank cracked. Disappointing, definitely for the fish.
    Mia
  • 2.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    10/25/2022
    Disposable at best
    This tank is so flimsy. It's as if they intended it to be disposable. The top never lines up right and I just dropped it and it only fell two feet and my beta is stuck in a cup while I figure something out. Get someone else
    ida
  • 1.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    09/20/2022
    RIPPED MY BETAS TAIL OFF
    NEVER BUY THIS TANK!!! I got this tank for my beta fish, and the filter ripped his whole tail off. Incase you are concerned, my fish is alive and well but looks like he was mauled by a bear. Currently having to rehabilitate him. If you enjoy your beta having its tail, I recommend any other tank with an outside filter.
    Hannah
  • 1.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    09/08/2022
    GARBAGE! Do not buy this tank!
    The filter does not work correctly and the package is misleading. This tank WILL NOT support 3 tropical fish. I have owned many freshwater tanks. I bought this tank to surprise my Daughter for her 5th birthday. After treating the water and cycling the tank for 1 week, the fish died to my Daughters horror.. The filter is poorly designed and does not agitate the water enough to properly supply oxygen to the fish. Do yourself a favor and dont cheap out on this tank. Buy a better tank with a better filter.
    Jonathan
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    08/22/2022
    Great starter aquarium!
    It was easy to set up. The instructions were really helpful. I was impressed with how easy it was to get up and running. The filter works great. Replacement filters are very reasonably priced. Our fish is thriving now! My daughter loves the color changing LED lights. I do recommend getting the wall plug for the lights because running the lights off batteries will take a lot of batteries. We went through 3 AAA in a few days. The wall charger is around $7 from Walmart or on Amazon. Very nice and pretty aquarium.
    Kelly5982
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    06/26/2022
    Best, cleanest Tank I've ever owned
    These tanks are Great. They're round so they magnifi you fish. filter keeps the tank clean. I've had 2 of these for about 3 years. Best I've had. You probably need to add an air stone and change the filter once a month. These tanks keep running and look great. If something breaks just call or Email the manufacturer. They're very helpful.
    David
  • 2.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    12/21/2021
    fish tank
    I received item in a timely fashion and it is good quality but did not receive led light with it. Had top but no light,very disappointed.
    Sherri
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    11/10/2021
    Awesome.
    You're limited to maybe 2 small fish with this tank. I tried to cycle my tank with fresh water for months, but the tank is just too small to cycle the ammonia and nitrates/nitrites correctly. i ended up adding lake water in this, which is murky when added. But the filter clears up the water within a day. I stock mine with small lake fish (3 of them right now, 2 1.5 inch and 1 that is about an inch). the interesting thing, the fish are dark grey when i add them. after about a week, the fish are kind of clear, whitened up and healthy. i'm going to add 2 more, i usually have 5 small fish in this tiny tank (i've had 12 in there, 7 babies. i released those back to the lake). i clean this tank out about once a month, the filter has no chance to catch waste and extra food. the pebbles in the bottom are actually "stuck" to each other. i filter the water and reuse 60% of it, and add 40% fresh lake water. negative: the pipe broke on the filter (it's adjustable in height, and poorly made). i took a simple 3/8 hose pipe from an old shower hose and fixed it. i've had this tank for over a year now. if you know how to maintain it, this is an excellent bargain tank. Don't use batteries. Use a mini USB plug for the lights, runs off a 5 volt phone charger block. And add an air bubbler.
    carguy
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    11/10/2021
    Awesome.
    You're limited to maybe 2 small fish with this tank. I tried to cycle my tank with fresh water for months, but the tank is just too small to cycle the ammonia and nitrates/nitrites correctly. i ended up adding lake water in this, which is murky when added. But the filter clears up the water within a day. I stock mine with small lake fish (3 of them right now, 2 1.5 inch and 1 that is about an inch). the interesting thing, the fish are dark grey when i add them. after about a week, the fish are kind of clear, whitened up and healthy. i'm going to add 2 more, i usually have 5 small fish in this tiny tank (i've had 12 in there, 7 babies. i released those back to the lake). i clean this tank out about once a month, the filter has no chance to catch waste and extra food. the pebbles in the bottom are actually "stuck" to each other. i filter the water and reuse 60% of it, and add 40% fresh lake water. negative: the pipe broke on the filter (it's adjustable in height, and poorly made). i took a simple 3/8 hose pipe from an old shower hose and fixed it. i've had this tank for over a year now. if you know how to maintain it, this is an excellent bargain tank. Don't use batteries. Use a mini USB plug for the lights, runs off a 5 volt phone charger block. And add an air bubbler.
    Chris
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    11/03/2021
    Awesome Aquarium
    Love the ease of setup and once you add a few decorative greens and of course fish looks great a perfect size to work with and love the LED light that has many color options.
    KJ
  • 2.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    09/06/2021
    Great size for our two little goldfish. Replacing the filter cartridge is super easy. We have only had for it about two weeks. Water seems a bit more cloudy than I would have expected to be at 2 weeks. Filter replacement is every two weeks if not less. Going to see after I replaced the filter if it helps. May need to replace sooner than every 2 weeks. So that's a downfall. My biggest complaint so far is the light. Even though you get many of choices of lights, I've had to replace batteries twice. It only lasts a week and we don't keep the lights on all day.
    Angela
  • 2.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    08/23/2021
    it's true...
    it was nice while it lasted. eventually you paid almost $20 just for the container. after 2 weeks the light stopped working. In those 2 weeks I changed batteries at least 4 times. then at the 2 month mark the filter stopped working. I would highly recommend buying an empty rectangular aquarium and building it yourself. if you buy a new power filter it most likely won't fit to the circular shape. stick with the rectangle!!!
    melissa
  • 3.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    08/14/2021
    I just got it today and got a beta fish for it I had fish as a kid want Ed to to get in to having fish again so I hope it all works about
    jessie
  • 1.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    08/04/2021
    JUNK
    Dont waste your money. I bought 3 of these for an upgrade for our 3 betas. All 3 lights stopped working wirhin 24 hrs. Changed batteries numerous times and still wouldnt stay on. Also, one of our fish got stuck in the base of the filter and nearly died. If you love your fish, choose another tank !!
    Ramona
  • 4.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    07/29/2021
    Some flaws but overall good little tank
    It's a great little tank. I bought two one for each of my bettas. They seem to enjoy the space. The flaw is mostly with the led light…it eats batteries within days. I would recommend using the plug in feature using the micro cable from your phone. The tank also gets pretty dirty rather quickly…u buy extra filters and change them often, that should keep it cleaner just a little longer
    Unknown
  • 3.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    07/21/2021
    Nice tank.Filter doesnt last
    nice tank for the price . the negative thing about it is my filter went up after only 4 months and the light stopped working after less then a week.the poor thing about this is because my filter was going on my sons fish got caught underneath and died. Now gotta figure out where to get a new one
    Deborah