8 best compressors for aquariums

Compressor - a device designed to saturate water with oxygen and mixing water streams, is considered one of the necessary elements of each aquarium. In practice, it is quite possible to replace the compressor in small "cans" with a filter with aeration function.

What is the best filter or compressor for the aquarium

View	ADVANTAGES	LIMITATIONS
COMPRESSOR	PROVIDES A HIGH AERATION DEGREE	NOZZLES, HOSES, VALVES ACQUIRED SEPARATELY
	IT IS POSSIBLE TO ADJUST AND DISTRIBUTE AIR SUPPLY	NOISE AT WORK
	EXCLUDES THE EMERGENCE OF STABLE ZONES
FILTER	SILENTNESS	NOT ALL MODELS CAN CARRY OUT THE ROLE OF A COMPRESSOR
	SIMULTANEOUSLY FILTERS, AERIZES AND MIXES WATER	THE QUALITY OF AERATION WITH TIME WORSHIPS
		AT A HEIGHT OF THE AQUARIUM OVER 50 CM AT THE BOTTOM, A "FREEZER AREA" IS CREATED

In the general case, for a small aquarium (up to 50 liters), especially in the presence of living plants, a filter will suffice. In large volumes, aquariums without plants or populated by certain species of fish (for example, cichlids), as well as in high-temperature water, the filter cannot cope with the tasks of the compressor.

What to look for when choosing a compressor for an aquarium

1. Type of. Membrane models practically do not wear out and do not require interruptions in work. They consume less energy, but they also develop power not as large as reciprocating compressors designed for aeration of large aquariums (conventionally from 150 liters).
2. Power supply. Most devices are powered by mains. If such a device is not equipped with a check valve, then if the light suddenly turns off, the water from the aquarium can be poured through the compressor onto the floor, not to mention that the fish remain without aeration. There are also options for compressors on batteries: they are usually small, portable, have less power. In everyday life it is useful to have both options: the main electric compressor and the spare one on batteries.
3. Power measured in liters per hour and shows how much air will be fed to the aquarium per unit of time. The minimum power can be calculated by the formula: 0.5 l / h for each liter of water in the aquarium.
4. Depth, on which you can install the compressor, also plays an important role. The harder the water column, which will have to overcome the unit during operation, the more energy will be spent on this work.
5. Opportunity adjust voltage and, accordingly, the volume of air supplied is useful, but is not present in all models of compressors.
6. Air filterwhich will clean the air of dust and other impurities before being fed into the aquarium.
7. Noise level. All compressors are noisy, but in varying degrees. If the aquarium is in the bedroom, then it makes sense to buy a relatively quiet model, spending a little more money, but be prepared for the fact that completely get rid of the noise does not work.

Top Aquarium Compressor Rating

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best powerful compressors for aquariums	1	Eheim 400	3 030 ₽
	2	JUWEL ECCOFLOW 600	2 120 ₽
	3	Tetra APS 300	1 488 ₽
	4	SCHEGO M2K3	3 070 ₽
The best compressors for small aquariums	1	Schego "Optimal", 250 l / h	2 169 ₽
	2	Aquael Oxyboost 150 plus	799 ₽
	3	Sera Air 110 Plus	1 700 ₽
The best portable compressors for aquariums	1	Hagen marina	1 399 ₽

The best powerful compressors for aquariums

Models from this part of the rating are distinguished by the best indicators of power and energy consumption. Such a device can be safely put in a large and deep aquarium.

Eheim 400

Rating: 4.9

The ideal ratio of price and quality allowed the compressor from Eheim to take the deserved first place. The name reflects the performance of the device - 400 l / h, while it consumes only 4 W and provides a power of up to 2 m. The model has two channels that can be adjusted independently of each other, and is designed for an aquarium of 50-400 l, and the design of the device allows you to service at the same time several "cans", totally not exceeding this volume.

When placing the compressor, you can use anti-vibration rubber feet or a mount for hanging in a convenient place - in any case, the device will work quite quietly. The attached sprayers are attached to the wall of the aquarium using a suction cup and are equipped with a system for regulating the size of the bubbles and the force of the air flow. The compressor is suitable for fresh and salt aquariums.

The cost of the device starts from 2500 rubles.

JUWEL ECCOFLOW 600

Rating: 4.8

Strictly speaking, Eccoflow from the German company Juwel is a pump, that is, a pump that continuously pumps a certain volume of water through itself: in this case 600 l / h with a sufficiently low power consumption of 6.5 watts. The device turns into an aerator using a separate small nozzle-diffuser, which draws air from the environment through a thin hose, then throws it into the aquarium with water. Power pump ensures the smooth operation of the diffuser and maintaining efficiency at the same level even over time. Thus, Eccoflow can be an excellent alternative to a standard compressor. The disadvantage of the design is that its optimal operation is possible only in the filter system of the same manufacturer.

The cost together with the diffuser - 2440 rubles on the manufacturer's website.

Tetra APS 300

Rating: 4.7

The Tetra compressor immediately catches the eye with its elegant, even futuristic design, which actually performs not only an aesthetic function: the compressor legs have a rubber coating that reduces vibration, and the casing is equipped with noise-reducing chambers and thickened walls. All this allows the device to work as silently as possible. The model is designed for aquariums ranging from 120 to 300 liters, with a capacity slightly lower than the leaders of the rating - only 300 l / h with an energy consumption of 4.5 watts. The device has two adjustable channels. A feature of the brand is a heavy-duty membrane and Silaflex patented valve built in, guaranteeing a long and stable operation of the device.

You can buy a device on average for 1300 rubles.

SCHEGO M2K3

Rating: 4.6

This section of the rating is closed by the compressor of the German company Schego, designed for large aquariums - up to 700 liters in volume and up to 2 m depth. With the help of a splitter, several vessels can be aerated with this device within the designated volume.The device consumes 5 W and provides a power of 350 l / h, and it works quite quietly for its performance. The device allows for very fine regulation of air flow. A feature of the model is the filter, due to which the compressor sprayer does not clog with dust and lasts longer. It is possible to place the compressor both on legs, and in a hover.

Schego M2K3 cost - from 2750 rubles.

The best compressors for small aquariums

If your aquarium is not large in size, too powerful a compressor does not need it. In this nomination you will find optimal power options for small home aquariums.

Schego "Optimal", 250 l / h

Rating: 4.9

The name of this compressor reflects its main advantage: it is the optimal solution for almost any aquarium or, in the presence of a splitter, even a few. Consuming only 5 watts, this compact device is capable of aerating up to 400 liters with a capacity of 250 l / h. "Optimal" is the quietest compressor in the Schego line. It is recommended to use it in a suspended state, although it is equipped with legs. Pleasant additions to performance are the ability to adjust the air flow and an easy-to-maintain integrated filter.

You can already find such a model for 1700 rubles.

Aquael Oxyboost 150 plus

Rating: 4.8

A small but powerful model with a pleasant design will find its buyer among the owners of aquariums up to 150 liters. Membrane single-channel compressor consumes only 2.2 W of energy, providing a performance of 150 l / h. With the convenient knob on the lid, you can set one of four power levels, which allows you to use the compressor even in very small aquariums. The noise level produced by the device is proportional to the power. Partially this disadvantage is compensated by rubber feet, damping vibration.

The cost of the device starts from 640 rubles.

Sera Air 110 Plus

Rating: 4.7

On aquarists' forums, this compressor is recognized as the most silent among inexpensive, but at the same time productive devices. The device is capable of pumping 110 liters per hour with a power consumption of 3 W - not the best in the rating, but still quite a favorable ratio. The device has only one channel and, unfortunately, is not equipped with any regulators. But this disadvantage is compensated by a non-return valve attached to the compressor, an absolutely necessary detail that almost always has to be bought separately.

The cost of the quietest model in the rating is about 670 rubles.

The best portable compressors for aquariums

These devices are battery powered and do not depend on electricity. One such compressor is useful to have at home as a spare. Our experts have picked the best option in this category.

Hagen marina

Rating: 4.9

Experts have recognized this small, but reliable model as the best portable compressor. A capacity of 50 l / h may seem small, but it is quite enough to provide the fish with oxygen when the main equipment suddenly disconnects, when moving or when a new pet is delivered from the store home. A nice bonus is a reliable hermetic case and silent operation of the compressor. The sprayer and a hose 45 cm long is attached to the device.The compressor will work from two batteries of type D, which need to be bought separately.

The cost of such a device varies around 700 rubles.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.