The BEST Goldfish and Turtle Filter!

[@AquariumCoop]

You can buy the Ziss Bio Bubble from us here: www.aquariumcoop.com/products/ziss-bubble-bio-moving-bed-filter

[@ZsaZsaUmbra]

I'm a goldfish addict so I will purchase a couple and give em a shot. I think they would be good for hospital and quarantine tanks. I have a few questions though. I loathe using air pumps because of the vibrations and sound they pump into my aquariums along with the air. Is there a way to baffle/muffle them? Should I be using a different kind of air pump? I currently use what I believe are called diaphragm pumps. Idk what blowers and linear piston whatevers are, or what's better/different about them.

[@bobjames9618]

What is the minimum size air pump needed to use with it? The stronger the pump the better it works?

[@robertcaccamo]

Aquarium Co-Op is it good for a saltwater tank

[@trishameloling2367]

Aquarium Co-Op what about a 55 gallon

[@LeilaSoleil]

Hi I am just reading this. I put a square of carpet underneath my air pumps and they are quiet as heck. @@ZsaZsaUmbra

[@WeldonTanks]

I have been running a series of tests on this filter and I agree! This is a great filter that can handle a good load. I am running three of these filters on my 125 gallon Fahaka Puffer tank with no issues.

[@EWC88]

I was about to ask how many to run on a 125g tank. I have a turtle in a 125g with a fluval fx6 and thought this be nice to add on.

[@wobblysauce]

Seen a number made from drink bottles with a few holes cut the bottom to change the filter works well... takes a bit for the media to get growth on it but once that is done.

[@SpeekofDee]

I hope they create a mini version in the future.

[@orandachildren1051]

Aquarium co-op's new product. Mini tumbler.

[@terrywho22]

Just what I was thinking. That would be great.

[@mylfsaquatics7004]

Ziss is working on a shorter version.

[@AG.Floats]

A water bottle, media and an air bubbler

[@terrywho22]

@@AG.Floats Yeah, but the Ziss looks better, and is more likely to be used by novices.

[@zachswindler7612]

And you always gott to remember people are more compelled to leave a a bad review when something goes wrong than a good review when it goes right

[@Robbla4550]

they could just make smaller or bigger ones would be super amazing

[@CaylorsReptilesAquatics]

How do they compare to say, an Aquaclear? Will they be around in 20 years? I run 21 tanks, one marine, is whey I ask before making a big change. Thanks for the vid Cory

[@AnthonysFishyFriends]

Waiting on the sponge filter you're working on. Excited to see what it is. Hope all is going well

[@wobblysauce]

Using trusty pond filter foams.

[@nightowl760]

Just got my first one yesterday and it's running in my 29 gallon figure 8 tank. Thanks for bringing it here!

[@ShaeShae1]

is it loud with the bio balls constantly moving around the inside against the plastic?

[@PunchiePaints]

I ordered one. Haven't gotten it out of the box yet, but I will! LOL I take my time with everything

[@sydney5225]

Would love to know what you think of it now that some time has passed!!

[@pardeepgill688]

Finally decided to buy one of these, after making my own from pop bottles for years. Looks very functional. £30 in the uk so decided to order one from China for £6. So not bothered about waiting a few weeks for it to arrive. And Happy that these come with all the media included. Will be using this on my FW pipefish tank.

[@Vol_Mountain]

I love this filter! It took 3 or 4 days for all of the media to start moving, but all I hear is the air and my cheap pump. Can’t recommend enough!

[@rwashington455]

Thanks for providing the link and for the review. I like people who just get straight to the point. Great price and thanks for allowing fast shipping for a good price. I purchased two from your site, thank!

[@parkerbenz]

Oh boy more hype on the ziss filter! Personally, I dont like the sound of air powered filters, since all of my tanks are in my bedroom. That is why I have mini powerheads on sponge filters, dead silent!

[@AquariumCoop]

Yeah, just a different way to keep fish. I’m currently removing as much equipment run by power as possible from my tanks. Comes down to preferences.

[@parkerbenz]

Aquarium Co-Op yeah, if all of my tanks werent in my bedroom (about to have 20 tanks up and running) I would go with air power without a second thought. Thanks for the reply, I really appreciate it!

[@survivalpodcasting]

Any one else when he said "its always hitting itself" have a flash back to the "stop hitting yourself" game as a kid.

[@mikecanull2107]

How big or many do I need for a 100 gallon tank? I currently have a 30 gal with goldfish and 2 hang on back filters, I plan to upgrade to a 100 gallon and want to get rid of the mess of cleaning every 2 weeks.. Do I need to keep a hang on back filter also for running water?

[@VincentVader]

So a sponge filter is cheaper and just as good if not better unless you have turtles. Fry don't get sucked into a sponge filter.

[@jocelynrustrian1563]

Can you please do more turtle videos? You’re the most knowledgeable person on KZbin for aquatics! keep up the good work!

[@AquariumCoop]

I'm not well versed in things like turtle disease etc. I've been able to breed turtles I keep etc. But I don't specialize in them at all. So i recommend people find a better source than I would be.

[@teaganclements5569]

@@AquariumCoop could you recommend? And could you maybe start putting “turtle safe” on live plants you sell it be a big help for some ☺️

[@TacoRunnerX]

Just bought one! Can’t wait for it to come in 😆

[@jensmith8404]

hi, just watch this video ( interested, can i use bio-pellets that removes phosphate and nitrate in this? another question, is air bubbles needed in a tank or have benefits.. i don't use an air stone in my Lake Tanganyika, Brichardi colony tank.

[@threetreesredfieldwithpath2120]

Love ur vids just went to the store yesterday it was awesome

[@farmert9679]

I, personally dislike suction cups. I took the Ziss filter and modified it with the base from a 100 gallon sponge filter. Took the cups off. Super Glued the bottom of the filter and just dropped it in the tank. Stays put and easy to remove and take out pad to clean and replace. 5 minute job. Nice filter.

[@jeremygainey4602]

Cory, it's a fluidized filter. Joey at DIY showed how to make one over 2 years ago for cheap

[@jamie91995]

Hey Cory, what do you think of hikari, I hear a lot of people bash them for using a lot of “meals” like fish meal, krill meal, etc. because fish wouldn’t eat that in the wild, but I find my fish absolutely love their products and do very well, I was wondering what you thought about it. Thank you

[@AquariumCoop]

I'm a fan of Hikari foods myself.

[@orandachildren1051]

I've been using hikari for a couple of weeks for my goldies. So far so good.

[@ZsaZsaUmbra]

I use hikari foods for most of my fish and they love it. Of course, the guppies prefer the micro pellets and the other fish prefer the guppy pellets. I only use repashy gold from dandy orandas for my goldfish. And my koi, well hell, they eat everything I throw at em!

[@teresareeves5383]

Hikari is awesome...my goldies gave been on it for 2 yrs and no problems. .they love it

[@rachelh1452]

Looks good Cory. Thanks for the review! Very helpful.

[@briank.1221]

I started buying sponge filters again because you recommended them... I hate them with a passion... These look much, much better; and is more in-line with the type of filtration I prefer... I am going to start replacing my sponge filters and HOB's in my fish rescue room slowly but surely; leaving just the small sponges on the 10g's I have...

[@conradgraf5698]

I have a 16 and a 20 gallon and never cleaned the pad and have done about 4 water changes in both and every thing is good

[@TheFranpire]

What I've noticed is that a lot of American aquarists use in tank filters.. I'm wondering why.. It doesn't look good, takes away from the natural look of the tank ( although a lot of American aquarists on KZbin don't really have natural looking tanks but that's another subject) and takes up space in your tank. Here in Europe, well at least here in Holland, external canister filters are much more often used.. The only thing you then have leading in and out of your aquarium are an intake pipe and a spray bar... also a good size canister filter offers much more biological and mechanical filtration than those in tank sponge and Ziss filters. Furthermore CO2 diffusion and heating can also be taken care of by the canister filter cleaning up the interior of your aquarium even more.

[@McGyverFan]

Gosh you amaze me w/ all that you know about fish & keeping them! How long have you been working w/ fish & how long have you had a store?

[@idelacruz50]

Just got mine in the mail came wait to set it up thanks Cory!!

[@alicesewnsew2413]

Why can’t I find any locally run shops like yours in the UK. I have to buy all my fish online because all I have near by is ‘pets at home’ and ‘Maidenhead aquatics’ 🙄🙄🙄 I love your channel. So informative.

[@Fabled407]

I highly recommend the Tetra Whisper internal filters for turtles under 6 inches. I'll take Cory's word for it on the Ziss but I'm happy with my current filters.

[@johnbacon1993]

We need more of your turtle videos

[@GRAFFITI99XD]

Just got mine this thing is sick!!

[@nosalad695]

How long to cycle I read moving beds take longer because the bacteria gets cleaned off in the beginning

[@pamelak819]

I don’t get why the title says best for goldfish. Am I missing something in the video? I know he talks about goldfish fry, but I think a sponge prefilter on an HOB would do the same thing.

[@barneystinson2781]

It's just more efficient at keeping a healthy bacterial colony which is good for high bioload fish

[@sshep86]

I don't know about that. For high bio load you really want high turn over, something air powered will struggle to do.

[@AdamTillontheWeb]

They’re good filters, but not my fav for goldfish. You’d have to run too many to cover the average goldfish tank, and ime with goldfish the small intake prefilter clogs quickly. Easy to clean, but even then the tall filter tends to get exposed media during large volume water changes (common with goldfish). It’s an okay choice, but for goldfish, not my fav

[@orandachildren1051]

I think it would probably be good to pair up with a big sponge of sorts. This for bio and large sponge for mechanical. Just rinse the large sponge in tap water for speedy cleaning and not worry about killing off the bio bacteria.

[@AdamTillontheWeb]

OrandaChildren if that’s the goal then a box filter filled with floss would be even better. We run sponge for bio and box for mechanical in all our tanks, and the floss pulls more gunk and is much less messy to clean than the sponge. This plus a box would be good, but I’d still pick sponge myself (can’t convince myself the cost is worth it for goldfish). For a planted tank, this is MUCH nicer.

[@PrimeTimeAquatics]

I’m really going to have to try this at some point!

[@shannonguy3058]

Would this be okay in a 15 high tank? Also, with 15 gallons, would you still recommend a hang on back filter with it - if a suitable product for the 15 high.

[@Tirfing88]

cory, if i put this filter in a 40gal fuilly cycled tank, how long until it becomes cycled and safe to use on its own?

[@robertanthony7133]

I love mine. It really helps. My fish are a lot healthier. I have a 30 gallon

[@justinwillis78]

Robert Anthony i have a 30 gallon and am tempted to get this. What filter did you have prior? Can you tell me a little more how your fish are thriving in comparison to your last filter? Thanks and good luck!

[@robertanthony7133]

I have a hang on the back filter , sponge filter and added the zizz. Before the zizz my female bettas sorority 14 in all were getting clammed fins, sad looking, not eating and getting sick a lot due to the poor water quality and It would get cloudy pretty quick and now it’s crystal clear, no more sick fish. It’s a winner for me. Bettas are little aquatic pigs. They eat a lot. Heavy bio-load. The zizz helps out a lot.

[@justinwillis78]

Robert Anthony awesome! I ordered one yesterday.

[@fishdreamz348]

Great explanation. Thanks for the info.

[@diamontgomery861]

My power outages fried my aqueon 75, have 1 already in my 55 gallon. Can i do a 2nd one instead of the aqueon? Have 2 goldfish in there

[@rymacero3711]

If I used this in a sump before recirculating the water to two 10 gal aquariums, should it provide enough bio filtration and air to the two aquariums?

[@sdmpodcast554]

I have a 20 gallon tall tank for my 2 goldfish and I have a hang on back silentstream filter, I’m want to buy one of these as well though

[@user-su9xc2ff4o]

might try this out soon

[@supraman221989]

Just ordered one today

[@llamaswithtophats4294]

If I were to put two of these in a 40 gallon, would it be good for musk turtles?

[@bonecc4061]

Would that be good for a 75 gallon if I have a canister and a hang over?

[@augoldfinger]

I appreciate the videos like these. I breed a lot of guppies. And in the winter i keep them in 55gals. These are in my mid height shelves. The only downfall I can see is I would have to use a step ladder clean the filter, unless I made a hang on bracket, and I put these on the bracket... I think I will try a couple. They look like they will work much better then sponge filters I currently use

[@Maugrinn]

Any tips on a good (silent) air pump to power it? At the moment I'm using a Eheim Biopower filter but it needs a fair bit of maintenance.

[@MakoyUnggoy]

The best silent pump is the Ehiem series, I use the 200, only uses 3.5 watts of power but can shift up to 200 litres an hour and totally silent!

[@joeysollars9513]

Hello Cory, great job as usual. I am wondering if I wanted to change my whole fish room over to air, could I get by with just using these filters alone in all my tanks with assorted fish. Everything from GSP puffers to Oscars. Or would I still need some sort of mechanical filter? Thanks you rock.

[@maxl5112]

And it looks good too! I'm definitely ordering one of these ASAP!

[@RicePounder]

The only downside I can see is that k1 and other medias typically do not offer extremely effective bio media, as well as the lack of the mechanical filtration that also can cause issues within an aquarium. I think it would be best to have something like matrix/bio/lava in this, with the k1 or other moving bed media.

[@lilybeaumont683]

I am doing a review of this filter sometime this week...I have had it about 5/6 weeks in a 36g guppy tank..I also run a 40g sponge filter..I have a few people that follow me waiting for my review because I will be brutally honest..

[@joshuaturner5173]

What are pump does everyone recommend to run on this on a 125g tank

[@edwardtomaszewski78]

I got one in my 55 gallon RES Turtle tank with a AquaClear 110 HOB & a Small Power Head Canister for polishing the water since October.. My tank is Cristal Clear & My Turtle Big Sexy is Happy & Healthy.... 👍👍👍👍

[@QueAquatics]

I have a few turtle tanks, I think I need to test out!! ordering now

[@secredeath]

I need one too the jeebo i bought is alright but not good enough let me knw the result

[@kenaultman7499]

I like that cascade 600. It's $29 on Amazon. It's an aerator, a water mover, and a filter all in one.

[@uria711]

Meh too complex to clean. Not the end of the world, but this one is WAY easier

[@arncj18]

that is not run by air hose

[@williamjones044]

First comment! Great video love these filters the self cleaning part sold me

[@onlyfins5729]

Whats up Corey, How many should I run with a 150 Stock Tank?? Its a Central American pond.

[@midnightman8469]

Does this filter have to be vertical, or can you tilt it at a 45 degree angle for example?

[@lixnnibblez3193]

Ok I have a question and im not tryin to be funny. But do you think the sound of the media bothers the fish at night when they are trying to sleep? I have actually always wonderd the same about plain old airstone bubbles. But I spose this was my time to ask a stupid question =/ . P.S. Keep up the good work !!

[@MakoyUnggoy]

I don't think that would bother the fish too much as they live in places like fast flowing rivers, bottom of waterfalls etc and they create a lot more noise than an airstone might...I'm not 100% but that's what I think anyway!

[@MrRico6988]

I have one and love it!

[@bigjer3863]

You mentioned that it is likely too big for a 20 gallon long. Given the suction cup mount, what if you angled it slightly?

[@blakesgoldfish6293]

Hey Cory does this filter work good for s betta fish or betta fish community aquarium if it’s pretty big

[@juliefleming6207]

I use 1 in my 55 gallon community tank but i also have a hang on back

[@blakesgoldfish6293]

Okay thanks I am about to set up a 40 gallon betta community aquarium this summer and might use one

[@RescueDogTreats]

I have one in my turtle tank! It works great!

[@Krazyboytx]

I have this filter from aquarium coop but I am having an issue it seems to be my air pump is not pumping enough air into it over time I have changed to a more powerful air pump and still the air is not coming out as strong as be fore

[@lethalseraph]

I got one of these and found a video of fluidized vs ceramic rings bio filter. Wouldn't it be better to upgrade the biofilter now than later?

[@marksguitars5617]

very cool, Corey

[@janets9179]

I am using one for goldfish. Really like it. If it came smaller, would switch all my tanks to ziss.

[@orandachildren1051]

Are you using it stand-alone?

[@janets9179]

@@orandachildren1051 ziss and a sponge filter in a 50 gallon.

[@ΑντωνηςΑντωνοπουλος-ο7β]

Γεια σου φίλε μου... Θέλω να μου πεις αυτό το φίλτρο μέχρι πόσα λίτρα ενυδρείο μπορεί να αποδώσει;

[@cabbage4367]

Do they work without emitting bubbless?

[@aquariumdreamer7087]

If they were a little smaller I would totally buy them for my fish room

[@simonshaw5119]

I like the filter although I dont use one. I do use however use the Ziss air stones. They're plastic and absolute excellence. They're all i use now. Check them out!

[@mom2four527]

Hey would this work on a 46 bow front with one sponge filter or should I do two. tank is slightly overstocked lots of plants an floating plants?

[@THA118]

Hi Cory, i'm confused.. so would you add this in a Juwel Lido 200 liter (+ - 52 gallon) along a Hydra cannister filter? Or would you think this is not the best for a planted tank?

[@AquariumCoop]

They are great for a planted tank. But looks like you have enough filtration already

[@THA118]

@@AquariumCoop Thanks for the swift answer Cory! How does this work with CO2? Isn't the oxygen coming from the Ziss undoing a CO2 diffusor injection?

[@rostredd]

One thing to be aware of is that this thing requires a lot of air. Both of my outlets on a Whisper 60 weren't enough to fluidize the media.

[@AquariumCoop]

I suspect your pump needs diaphragm replacements, doesnt take that much air

[@rostredd]

@@AquariumCoop That was my initial thought as well, I tried a newer pump I had that pushed more air but it still wasn't enough. I ended up getting the 10w Hygger pump off amazon and that seems to drive enough air for it to function properly.

[@ZroCool_Garage]

How would these work in a tank with freshly hatched fry that are just beginning to swim or wigglers?

[@bostonmainemike]

I am using two in my planted 150 Gallon Discus community tank for over 3 months now. Noise is bubbly only. I am running them off a Supreme AP-4 pump and am considering getting a stronger pump. These are doubling as "air stones" and adding an enhancement benefit to nitrate cycle. If I could change one thing it would be to get a finer bubble emitted from the unit. Any DYI mods out there?

[@buffy927912009]

Do u sell repashy gold in a bigger quantity like the 4lb. Jug?

[@shubunkin.goldfishtank]

Cool filter!

[@emmanuelgutierrez8616]

Does it normally come with an airstone, after taking it apart I realized that's it's a tube that releases the air under near? Would smaller bubbles be less efficient at moving the media?

[@AquariumCoop]

It has an ring ring base to get the correct flow for tumbling.

[@r09sa]

Does it still work the same without the air valve? I bought an air pump and the valve doesn’t fit in the air pump.

[@AquariumCoop]

The air valve just lets you control the flow

[@aljanecko]

Will they make smaller one for 20 gallon long tanks?

[@vasubawa]

What if I have 2 of those in the corner of the tank? Is that better than HoB and stuff?

[@robertcaccamo]

Can I use it in my 20 gallon saltwater tank I have live rock and 2 clownfishin it

[@bobjames9618]

I've got to be extra good this year so santa will bring me two!!!

[@ramananmohan8290]

I planned fish food export, can u suggest me which country and all I supply

[@wotrulke5868]

Looks a great filter, bit to big for my fish tanks though, but thanks for showing us it 👍🏼

[@kcam5663]

So I live in California and want to keep a breeding aquarium outside I would like to know what fish I could keep and plants that would survive the cold

[@marcjones5862]

Using these Cory you can use them horizontally as well. Works just the same so will work on a 20 long

[@AdamNauman123]

4:32 LOL

[@pedrorodriguez1400]

I couldn't stop laughing

[@orandachildren1051]

Sell them as shakers to a mariachi band.

[@ZsaZsaUmbra]

I watch KZbin videos at 2x speed and that part made me literally lol too

[@rcfaab843]

almost died from laughter at that point XD

[@brianp2707]

I purchased mine from you. Probably atleast 2 months. I'm not sure about it still lol. I'm 50/50 on it

[@glenhenry6028]

Is there an air stone on the bottom of it to stop it from making massive bubble sounds?

[@barneystinson2781]

CORYYYYYYYYYYY!!!!!!!!!! STOP ADVERTISING THIS THING I WANT IT SO BAD, BUT I'M BROKE!!!!!!!!!😥

[@orandachildren1051]

Hey Cory, I'm thinking about trying one for my goldfish. Do you think it can handle a good amount of poop without me having to clean every day? Let's say 3-4 adult 5 inch goldies that eat 4 times a day.

[@AquariumCoop]

It will handle the ammonia they produce. However this isn't a mechanical filter. It's meant for biological.

[@orandachildren1051]

@@AquariumCoop Right, that makes sense. Honestly the main reason I want it is because it looks cool.

[@carlosvarela3571]

Which would you recommend: a HydroSponge IV or the featured filter in this video?

[@AquariumCoop]

I suppose it depends on the setup. Currently I'm using Ziss filters, but perhaps if I had shrimp I'd use a sponge filter etc.

[@TheKaosGravy]

You are the man!

[@BartonHNewell]

Do you think this would make a decent GFO reactor in a 40g sump?

[@jaysaquatics7461]

cory in your opinion which filter is better this one or a sponge filter ?

[@AquariumCoop]

If I could only choose one, I'd choose a sponge filter.

[@MadCheshireHat]

"You don't need to beat clothes until they rip"? ... I've been doing laundry wrong...