The Crown Reclaimed: New Fluval Aquaclear Unveiled!

[@FathomAquatics]

**UPDATE** PART 2 NOW OUT! An updated Part 2 to this video contains the complete unboxing, full comparison of all of the new parts compared to a 10 year old aquaclear filter, *AND* all of the testing including a power outage test. Check it out now! - kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5zJc2eQga-Se6c

[@aquariumhacksbymarcus5653]

@FathomAquatics Oh just found that comment And that case, these filters should be really good. Since I already have so many on hand as for me it will probably be a while for me to buy one until my other one started giving me problems , but that is good hear that about Fluval If I Was in the market for a new filter.I would probably give these a try thanks for the update

[@FathomAquatics]

@@aquariumhacksbymarcus5653 :)

[@dt_cypher9060]

Love this! Great info thanks Alex!

[@FathomAquatics]

@@dt_cypher9060 thanks!

[@ellfishtanks29]

Thanks Alex!

[@FathomAquatics]

@@ellfishtanks29 🫡

[@tjautocross]

Great video, Alex!!! Appreciate your thoughts on the filter updates.

[@FathomAquatics]

Thank you!

[@MichaelTilly-df4rf]

Tidals you can't turn off surface skimmer when feeding. The intake tubes can't be extended. They don't fit in many acrylic tank slots. But cool on the automatic restart. I like that this new one you can get a surface skimmer option but you're not forced like with the tidal, does restart, can still extend the tubes for an deep tank I believe. Will fit in all acrylic tank slots.

[@FathomAquatics]

@@MichaelTilly-df4rf it depends on the style top and if you have an open top or if the acrylic tank has a ledge around the top. I’ve seen them on some acrylic tanks.

[@MichaelTilly-df4rf]

@@FathomAquatics Most acrylic tanks aren't open tops though. There's usually a slot cut out for them. I found that many aren't big enough for the tidals. But they fit on a 55 gallon

[@FathomAquatics]

@@MichaelTilly-df4rf yeah usually theres a "top" on acrylic tanks. some manufactures have better slots than others for HoBs. i cant ensure fitment but ive seen some that work like you have. with those tops i prefer canister hoses

[@lindawirth3640]

Thank you Alex ! I sure hope it starts up after a power outage , if so i will replace all of my old AC's

[@FathomAquatics]

ill be testing it soon

[@FathomAquatics]

Fluval just posted on their Facebook page a video demonstrating these new aquaclears restart on their own after power outages without you having to re-prime them

[@lindawirth3640]

@@FathomAquatics Awesome !!!

[@FathomAquatics]

@@lindawirth3640 Hey! I just posted my updated video with a hands on review and I do a power outage test with some interesting results you might be interested in kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5zJc2eQga-Se6c

[@jeffkane4391]

Looking great Alex thanks for sharing 😊

[@FathomAquatics]

Thanks for watching!

[@aquariumdelirium]

Awesome looking filter and excellent finger in the pulse reporting 👍👍

[@FathomAquatics]

Thank you kindly :)

[@KentoLeoDragon]

American made and super reliable. If they made a t-shirt I'd buy it.

[@FunnyandNotFunnyStuff]

Fluval is an Italian company.

[@KentoLeoDragon]

@@FunnyandNotFunnyStuff Aquaclear was the American company that designed and made them. Fluval bought them.

[@sweetkoiyo]

Great update Alex. ❤️ Amazing how long they last. 👍

[@FathomAquatics]

Thanks! i cant wait to get my hands on one :)

[@mexicalifishkeeper]

Forget the filter, let's talk about that awesome hat in the background 😅

[@FathomAquatics]

@@mexicalifishkeeper I love my Mexicali hat :)

[@aquariumdelirium]

I hope to see these in lidz the next time I’m in vegas 👍

[@GCaquatics]

I don't need a HOB at the moment but after watching this if/when i do I will be picking one of these up.

[@FathomAquatics]

i know i want one

[@TarasTankFriends]

I really like the intake sponges! I'm tired of having ones that are too big and having to zip tie them on and then having the zip ties break after a while 😅. I'm hoping they'll still sell replacement parts for the older models as one of the reasons I bought so many ACs is so that I could keep them going forever and just replace parts when needed. Will be interested to see reviews on the new ones when they're available though. Great video and reporting on the new design, Alex! 🙂👍

[@FathomAquatics]

As of now all of the replacement parts for the old models are still available on their website, and if you use an old ac110 the parts will always be available because they reuse the same motors and impeller

[@FathomAquatics]

Hey! I just posted my updated video with a hands on review and I do a power outage test with some interesting results you might be interested in kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5zJc2eQga-Se6c

[@TarasTankFriends]

@@FathomAquatics that was excellent!

[@MrOneWho]

this is great news, I have 3 aquaclears and love them... I need a bigger one but they are a pain to get in the uk.. Ill wait for the new batch.. nice!

[@FathomAquatics]

I can’t wait to get a few ac110s!

[@RaulsAquaticsandReptiles]

🔥

[@FathomAquatics]

Thanks Raul

[@aarondavis8224]

I saw these available yesterday at my local petsmart. If i needed a filter i would have bought one.

[@FathomAquatics]

Yeah i just got mine! just posted the video testing it out kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5zJc2eQga-Se6c

[@m72e592863]

Nice.

[@FathomAquatics]

Thanks!

[@SkullAquatics]

If it starts up after a power outage it will be a huge hit on the market 👍👍👍

[@FathomAquatics]

@@SkullAquatics I believe the intake tube is sloped and the front is lower now closer to the water, should make a difference. I’ll find out when I get my hands on it - you already know I’m going to test that

[@FathomAquatics]

Fluval just posted on their Facebook page a video demonstrating these new aquaclears restart on their own after power outages without you having to re-prime them

[@FathomAquatics]

Hey! I just posted my updated video with a hands on review and I do a power outage test with some interesting results you might be interested in kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5zJc2eQga-Se6c

[@hwdan3096]

I've had the new AC30 for a week now. These are already available in Canada. It really does easily restart on its own after the power is turned off.

[@FathomAquatics]

@hwdan3096, would you be able to send me some pictures of it , either on instagram or sent to my email? my email is on my page info :)

[@hwdan3096]

@@FathomAquatics Sure, I will send a few shortly to your email.

[@FathomAquatics]

@@hwdan3096 got them, I appreciate you Dan

[@wesstaff2493]

When will the new design be available to purchase? I don't see it available on amazon.

[@FathomAquatics]

Not on amazon yet, i was able to buy mine at a petsmart. Ive seen them at petco and local fish stores.

[@Spagatti_Monkey]

I just got new fluval ac70..is it ok to put dircentpy in a old tank?

[@FathomAquatics]

Yeah that shouldn’t be a problem. I would keep using the old filter in the tank too, or take the used media from the old tank and add it to the new filter :) I hope that helps have a great day

[@AQUARIUMFREAK123]

I have a tidal seachem 55 HOB filter... it wont fit on my 60 gal breeder or my 75 gal tanks because the rim around these tanks is wider then the 55 gal TANK... Are these aquaclear 50 gal filters capable of fitting around the rims of the 75 gal tank ? un-like the tidal 55 ?

[@FathomAquatics]

You’ll want a aquaclear 110, or tidal 110 for a 75 gallon tank. The smaller ones won’t fit on the rim

[@AQUARIUMFREAK123]

@@FathomAquatics The TIDAL 75 does fit the rim of the 75 gal tank.. i just bought one yesterday.. But does the AQUACLEAR 70 fit the 75 ? can you verify that.

[@GCaquatics]

does pre filter sponge have any bad effects?

[@FathomAquatics]

they could clog but they keep fry out and they add more surface area for bacteria

[@tammyclayton-j8i]

when is this going to be for sale?

[@FathomAquatics]

@@tammyclayton-j8i right now! I got one today at PetSmart! They are selling the old stock first

[@joshuab738]

Interesting. Maybe it will not make noise like my last one and start after power outage. If so, I can replace my box filters with them. I doubt it though, but finger crossed as I hate the box taking up room in my aquarium.

[@FathomAquatics]

@@joshuab738 yeah there’s a whole new lid design and Fluval just posted on their Facebook page a video demonstrating these new aquaclears restart on their own after power outages without you having to re-prime them

[@FathomAquatics]

Hey! I just posted my updated video with a hands on review and I do a power outage test with some interesting results you might be interested in kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5zJc2eQga-Se6c

[@jmagnum15]

Would be nice if they could make it available for purchase and/or announce a release date.

[@FathomAquatics]

@@jmagnum15 it’s available to purchase now in some stores in the US and Canada. I’ve been hearing people say they found them at petsmarts

[@OnlyOscars]

still love my canisters, at least they're fluval

[@FathomAquatics]

i love my FX6s :)

[@aquariumhacksbymarcus5653]

Good to hear they're coming out with a new filter I was doo with aqua clears a long time ago there are just better filters on the market that I feel that are better everything from tidal to marineland even Aqueon these three are my top pick

[@FathomAquatics]

Having new versions and more options is a win for consumers!

[@kingofrannoch]

How is this different than the previous version

[@FathomAquatics]

since this video was uploaded the filter has been released and i have a new video going over all of the differences kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5zJc2eQga-Se6csi=kFRwkMbCzgZC39EC

[@GCaquatics]

DAng brother your original filter still in use?

[@FathomAquatics]

yes its very old

[@GCaquatics]

@@FathomAquatics now thats a quality product.

[@FathomAquatics]

@@GCaquatics yeah almost 10 years old

[@HumberKoi]

🎉

[@FathomAquatics]

Cheers!

[@hagenhilldesign]

The original line is my favorite. The biggest con is the non start up after a power failure. That's where Seachem's Tidal takes the cake. I wish they would have incorporated an internal pump.

[@FathomAquatics]

@@hagenhilldesign yeah I agree. Hopefully the new designed tube doesn’t break siphon and is able to restart. I will be testing it

[@FathomAquatics]

Fluval just posted on their Facebook page a video demonstrating these new aquaclears restart on their own after power outages without you having to re-prime them

[@hagenhilldesign]

@@FathomAquatics I’ll check it out. Thanks.😊

[@FathomAquatics]

Hey! I just posted my updated video with a hands on review and I do a power outage test with some interesting results you might be interested in kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5zJc2eQga-Se6c

[@halfcaf1105]

Is Fluval in the room with us?

[@FathomAquatics]

How so?

[@halfcaf1105]

@@FathomAquatics you weren't blinking for a bit I thought maybe they were behind the camera kidnapper style. Just playing, great video can't wait to pick up a couple of these for my new tanks. Always preferred a HoB filter over canisters.

[@FathomAquatics]

@@halfcaf1105 oh, the video has a lot of silence in between sentences cut out to keep the cadence going so I’m probably blinking then ;) if you look at my most recent upload I did get the filter and did a bunch of testing on it you should check it out before buying it may answer some questions

[@mcaquatics3143]

Never was a fan of the aqua clears. Might check these out. IF it restarts after a power outage id be suprised. The only aqua clear i have, i added a pump to the uplift tube so it always starts.

[@FathomAquatics]

@@mcaquatics3143 hopefully they do if they glossed over that I’d be surprised

[@FathomAquatics]

Fluval just posted on their Facebook page a video demonstrating these new aquaclears restart on their own after power outages without you having to re-prime them

[@mcaquatics3143]

@@FathomAquatics ive had new one do that for a while. But over the course of a year they stop. So just have to see. Be watching others for their reviews

[@FathomAquatics]

@@mcaquatics3143 yeah it looks like it’s deepened at on the water level

[@andrewwhittaker2908]

@@mcaquatics3143 I've been using the old style ac 110 the last 6months and hate it.

[@jmsadms]

Little disappointed about the pump still being on the outside. And the new media basket will make it harder to put whatever you want in there

[@FathomAquatics]

@@jmsadms I’m waiting for a better view of the media basket but it does look like the division isn’t that big and if you don’t use the carbon you can still use a full sponge, but I can’t say for sure just yet

[@jmsadms]

See I got an 11oz bag of chemi pure elite in my Acua clear 50 right now. No way that would fit with the divider!

[@FathomAquatics]

@@jmsadms yeah I think the divider is just two notches on the side and not a solid wall but we will see

[@bnato8209]

I just bought Fluval 20's two of them. Now they are releasing a version i want now. Ugh.

[@FathomAquatics]

An excuse to upgrade 🤷‍♂️

[@razinfishes1918]

Because they haven't learn yet to put the motor inside the tank I wont buy them I will stick with my Title series HOB they are super reliable. Aqua clear HOB are good while there running but water changes and power outages you have to fill them back up just to get them started. That is there downfall in my opinion

[@FathomAquatics]

Fluval just posted on their Facebook page a video demonstrating these new aquaclears restart on their own after power outages

[@razinfishes1918]

@@FathomAquatics well time will tell

[@FathomAquatics]

@@razinfishes1918 there’s a video showing it working I just watched it. The new tube design doesn’t break siphon it looks like

[@EpicConspiracy]

@@FathomAquaticsthey don’t self prime. Biggest waste of time redesigning this outdated POS

[@FathomAquatics]

Fluval just posted on their Facebook page a video demonstrating these new aquaclears restart on their own after power outages. I just watched it myself. They absolutely do restart on their own

[@Cereal87Killer]

tidal still way better

[@FathomAquatics]

@@Cereal87Killer for your personal preferences, sure :)

[@FathomAquatics]

Hey! I just posted my updated video with a hands on review and I do a power outage test with some interesting results you might be interested in kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5zJc2eQga-Se6c

[@andrewwhittaker2908]

They should have put the pump in the tank. I have a 110 and hate it. Won't buy another.

[@FathomAquatics]

@@andrewwhittaker2908 what do you hate about it? This is a new design where the Intake is angled and slightly lower and doesn’t break siphon - the pump restarts after power outages unlike the previous model. Fluval even demonstrated it on video on their facebook page and a subscriber of mine who has the new filter tested it and verified it does indeed restart.

[@andrewwhittaker2908]

@@FathomAquatics I don't like the pump not being in tank where you get a 100% guarantee it will restart and it greatly reduces any noise even farther. I dislike that a percentage of the water that goes through the filter can and does bypass the media even when the media is fresh. And I dislike the bottom up flow because to keep your filter floss down and in place you must weight it down with the bag of biomedia which reduces the room for more floss, compresses it, and reduces its filtering capacity. When I bought it I though it would be a much better filter than it is. I run a size appropriate sponge filter in all my tanks and use my hob filters for mostly mechanical filtration and water clarity so packing it with bio media is a waist space for me. When I try to use filter floss to polish my water after the sponge it will just blow out of it without the bag of ceramic so I can't put as mych floss in as I wish I could've.

[@FathomAquatics]

@@andrewwhittaker2908 and this experience is all with the old version or the new version?

[@andrewwhittaker2908]

@@FathomAquatics old version but from what I see is they really didn't change much. It uses the same pump set up. Same media basket set up. Same flow control basically, which is pretty much useless Only change was the intake tube which was fine if they had moved the pump, lid, and they now offer a skimmer. 🤷‍♂️

[@andrewwhittaker2908]

@@FathomAquatics my whisper iq 60s are much better for my uses. They're pump is in the tank They're flow control is amazing The media box is much smaller but is much more efficient when it comes to mechanical filtration especially when you replace the blue bio tray and filter cartridges with filter foam and floss pad. Their back to front flow design ensures that 100% of the water is ran through the media unless the media is due to be rinsed or replaced.

[@EpicConspiracy]

No inside tank motor is pretty laughable in 2024. What a fail.

[@FathomAquatics]

Not really. I dislike how bulky my tidal is inside the tank, especially with the bright blue accents. They redesigned it to restart during power outages so no need for all of that now.

[@PaulKingMetal]

Tidal is better in my opinion.

[@FathomAquatics]

I like my tidals too, but having some competition will bring us better filters over time

[@FishRfun]

Agreed, I don't think having a special slot for carbon, which I don't use anyway, or an untested still outside motor, would persuade me away from the tidal line

[@FathomAquatics]

@@FishRfun Fluval just posted on their Facebook page a video demonstrating these new aquaclears restart on their own after power outages without you having to re-prime them, so no real benefit to having an inside motor in this case. Also I think you can just use a sponge or more media where you would put the carbon :) hope that helps.

[@garbagegremlins4707]

I love my tidals but I’m currently beefing with the surface skimmer… the duckweed and the tidal don’t mix well

[@FishRfun]

@garbagegremlins4707 I can see that with duckweed. And there's no way to completely shut it off. You can just turn it down as low as it will go, but it still draws stuff in to the filter

[@KGAqua]

Thanks for the info. They should’ve included the surface skimmer with the filter instead of making it a separate add on. You need to work on looking at the camera. You wrote your own script, so you should know what to say, but look back the script when you need to refer back to it. You look like an NPC.

[@FathomAquatics]

@KGAqua some people wouldn’t use the skimmer so it reduces waste not including it and maybe brings the overall cost down for the majority. For your second point, lol what a thing to say. Go make your own video and do better if you think you have all the answers :)

[@johnjelinek7643]

Reclaimed...LOL... These are good for a little beta tank and that's all. A real aquarist will go to SEACHEM and get a TIDAL if they want a HOB. People, don't listen to these "evaluations" from a KZbin channel that's been around for a year selling his soul for $$... Please do your research by using the bigger and better channels...Aquarium Co-Op...

[@FathomAquatics]

Please tell me how I’m selling my soul for $$. Last time I checked this is an unsponsored reaction to their it released at the time of recording filter. On my newer video, which is also not sponsored in any way and completely paid for out of my pocket I strictly give my personal opinion. I go through and list pros and cons of all of the new changes and I’m completely unbiased. I have received zero money, zero free or discounted equipment, zero persuasion from any company. I do this on my free time as a hobby. If you want to be this salty, find a reef channel lol. Let me know when you make your comparison video between the tidal and the new aquaclear I’ll be waiting 🤣