REVIEW: Is the Fluval Flex 15 Gallon Really Worth It After 8 Years of Use?

[@freshflowaquatics]

What's in your Flex? 💪

[@diwakar4457]

Keep researching and learning from your video and upgrading ourselves in this hobby....

[@AnNo_001]

Mix of tetra in the 32..white cloud minow in the 9..love both tank. Prefer the black one..I took a white one for the 32...its...a lot of white...😊

[@freshflowaquatics]

@@AnNo_001 Great fish choices for both. Lol, the white is a lot of white for sure. I also prefer the black cause the algae is a bit easier to hide. The slightest growth on the white background is so in your face.

[@fluval]

Great review, and an incredible aquascape - one of the nicest Flex tanks we've ever seen! 🙌

[@freshflowaquatics]

Wow, thanks for that @fluval - made my day! If you're ever looking for someone to make some videos for you, I wouldn't take any convincing 😊

[@FlowstateAquatics]

That's an awesome review, thanks for sharing. The composition you have in that tank is beautiful!

[@freshflowaquatics]

Thank you! I really do love this tank, Fluval should get me in as a spokesman! 🤣

[@PamReed-vr2pl]

It is so sleek and chic 😍looking! It seems like a great deal, especially with your scaping.

[@freshflowaquatics]

Thank you @PamReed-vr2pl !!

[@reedbrodsky519]

Dude I don’t even own a fish tank yet but I have already learned sooo much from this video. Also I like the zen background music

[@freshflowaquatics]

Thanks so much!! Hopefully you end up getting one. This little tank is a great first time fish tank owner's choice.

[@diwakar4457]

Keep researching and learning from your video and upgrading ourselves in this hobby....

[@freshflowaquatics]

Thanks so much! Appreciate you dropping a comment.

[@johndough2566]

Love this video. Just bought my 15gal flex tank, and this was super helpful.

[@freshflowaquatics]

Thanks, hopefully you are enjoying your new Flex!

[@AV_9691]

Love your plant life. Just got our first flex. We got a heater for ours

[@freshflowaquatics]

Thank you! Heater is a great choice. Hopefully you enjoy it as much as I do!

[@Apistofish70]

I love my Fluval Flex 15. I have Kubotai Rasbora and a pair of Apistogramma Borellii. I changed the stock light and siliconed in a Fluval aqua sky as I can control it from the app. Great review 🤙🏼

[@freshflowaquatics]

Oooo, yes Apistos are for sure a great choice in here. Thanks for dropping a comment!

[@1nvd]

Damn that looks amazing

[@freshflowaquatics]

Thank you!

[@chillwop11]

Where can you get the flow reducer ?

[@chillwop11]

Where can you get the flow reducer ? Also awesome video my guy love your tank!

[@freshflowaquatics]

Thanks! Check out this link www.etsy.com/listing/1597860505/fluval-flex-fountain-nozzle-for-gentle?click_key=c07e8e0b4c9395a05f08a5373778d64dbcc57609%3A1597860505&click_sum=26bed18b&ref=shop_home_feat_1&bes=1&sts=1

[@brennalyons1562]

Does the flex 15 gallon need a bubbler or air stone?

[@debbiebridges6350]

Would a group of rummy nose rasboras work in a taller tank like this?

[@ooahupthera8601]

i was just wondering should i be worried about a couple scratches on my 15 gallon fluval flex they dont seem to be deep but can be felt with my nail i was just wondering could this turn into my tank cracking?

[@freshflowaquatics]

Probably not. Scratches are pretty common for an aged aquarium. This one certainly has a few having been used for the better part of a decade. If they are really deep scratches that might be a cause for concern, but at that point we'd be talking about cracks, not scratches.

[@Emg2463]

a pair of German Blue Rams or some of the other smaller rams would do well in that tank as well. They have personality and beautiful colors...

[@freshflowaquatics]

Those are a great choice! They definitely are gorgeous fish 🐟

[@vassetz]

In the past few months, I've had a strong desire to get a Fluval Flex, but I’m considering going for the largest version! I simply want more space to develop my aquascaping ideas and visions! ;-))

[@duanebarnes3587]

Great tank have had mine for 5 years. After 2 years noticed the filter chamber was building all kinds of gunk. Removed back filter panel and installed canister filter. Best decision ever. More room for aqua scape and better filtration. Easier maintenance

[@freshflowaquatics]

That's a great idea. I've thought about doing that, especially since I keep an open top. You're the first person I've heard say they've done that. Good job and thanks for sharing!

[@freshflowaquatics]

You should definitely get the large version! I can't speak highly enough of the Flex. I'm sure you'll enjoy it. Thanks for always watching and dropping a comment @vassetz - I appreciate it!

[@rebeccaj2526]

I just got this tank. Is there a heater you recommend?

[@freshflowaquatics]

Not really. Just get something in the 50-100 watt range. There are so many different heaters out there... Whatever is on sale!

[@cowehbunga_]

Hey love your videos and have been eyeing to pick up a flex this boxing day. Is this tank big enough for a honey gourami and a small school of tetras(6), maybe 1 snail as well?

[@freshflowaquatics]

Thank you!! Yea, this tank is definitely big enough for those species. You'll hear some mixed opinions on whether or not to keep honey gouramis in groups. Someone was recently telling me how his are very social and they should never be kept alone.

[@cowehbunga_]

@@freshflowaquatics appreciate the info! thanks

[@MrZukky7]

What type of wood is that? Awesome scape

[@freshflowaquatics]

Thank you! I think you'll see the other response, but they're some sort of pine branches. My guess is lodgepole pine. Fish stores don't usually have these vertical branches, so you might need to go look for some out in the forest.

[@mdesousa999]

Is that a Star Gate in you tank?

[@freshflowaquatics]

Indeed it is. P3X-509. There is no DHD on the other side, so bring some gear 🤣

[@qweed54]

I’ve got a smaller fluval for my shrimp tank I’m def checking out that filter thing cause I’ve had to fish three shrimp out of the filter compartment 😂

[@freshflowaquatics]

Lol, they always seem to find a way into these filters. The filter intake covers will definitely help with that!

[@qweed54]

@ def gonna check them out thanks for the rec

[@freshflowaquatics]

@@qweed54 No prob!

[@AndNowThis..]

I have one, I like it but it’s not really 15 gallons of space for the fish, I think 2 gallons of it is taken up for the back. I don’t use sand in it like I use to because a lot of the sand builds up in the back so I just use lava rocks. I hate that I can’t slide my hand down the back to give it a good clean. Besides that, I would recommend it but maybe if it’s for a kid’s first tank.

[@freshflowaquatics]

You can check out Fish Guild Corp on Etsy. They produce some filter covers for the bottom intake to prevent sand from clogging up the back. That will also increase the flow from the top intake reducing oily surface films. It makes a great beginners tank, but I've been doing aquariums for 30 years and this is still one of my favorites!

[@Emg2463]

I would think that the first chamber should have the sponges and the middle chamber, the media...otherwise the media could get all clogged up with the mulm from the tank.

[@freshflowaquatics]

That's a great call, thanks for sharing. I'm going to switch them out next time I clean my tank!