Aqueon Algae Cleaning Magnet for Aquariums, Medium

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About This Item

Details

  • Easiest solution for removing algae from the walls of your glass or acrylic aquarium
  • The cleaning magnet works to clean the inside of the aquarium as it slides along to follow the outside magnetic handle
  • An abrasive pad is included for regular glass aquariums as well as a softer felt pad with greater scratch prevention for acrylic tanks
  • Remove algae effectively and easily
  • Inner cleaning magnet will sink to the bottom of the tank for easy retrieval instead of floating away

Instructions

Learn More About Aqueon From Our Team of Experts

Aquarium Care Made Easy

Aqueon’s line of aquarium maintenance products offers everything you need to keep your tank clean, healthy, and thriving. From siphon vacuums to gravel cleaners and cleaning magnets, these essential tools make aquarium care easier than ever.

All About the Fish

Aqueon strives to do what’s best for the health and well-being of fish and aquatic life. They focus on the little things that make your life easier when keeping an aquarium, so it’s easier to keep your fish happy and healthy.

Enhance Your Cleaning Routine

Aqueon’s Aquarium Siphon Vacuum Gravel Cleaner and Water Changer are two essential cleaning tools designed to make routine maintenance efficient and stress-free. Available in a range of sizes to accommodate different aquariums.

Tackle Algae Buildup

Another must-have aquarium tool is the Aqueon Algae Cleaning Magnet. This magnetic cleaner is designed to gently scrub off algae without scratching the glass or acrylic. It works from the outside, so you can clean without even getting your hands wet.

About Aqueon

Developed by Aquatic hobbyists, Aqueon provides a broad array of aquarium solutions to help maintain healthy aquatic environments.

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Questions & Answers

10 Customer Questions


Is the blue pad replaceable if it wears out or do you have to buy an entire new item?


Will it remove salt water residue?


Can you leave it in the tank

Answer by ChewyApr 23, 2018
This product is safe to be left in the tank. If the magnets become separated, the inner cleaning magnet will sink to the bottom of the tank for easy retrieval instead of floating away.

Will this magnet leave any scratch marks on the aquarium?

Answer by ChewyOct 16, 2018
The magnet itself will not leave scratch marks in the aquarium. However, if it traps gravel or sand substrate between itself and the glass. This could cause scratching. For best results, clean only within 1/2" of the substrate with the cleaning magnet.

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Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars
225 Ratings

109 Customer Reviews



Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Paula on Jan 28, 2026

Just what I needed

I love that I can clean the algae from the glass without putting my arm in the water. The price of this product is fair.

I love that I can clean the algae from the glass without putting my arm in the water. The price of this product is fair.


Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Adam on Aug 10, 2025

Started great, ended disappointed

Started on our 25 gallon tank. The front went perfectly, then same with the side. We moved it to the back and the pad became tangled and no longer works. So disappointed

Started on our 25 gallon tank. The front went perfectly, then same with the side. We moved it to the back and the pad became tangled and no longer works. So disappointed because we didn’t even get a full use out of it. Not sure if it’s just defective since it started out so great. Hoping to get a refund as only the blue pad did this.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Marsha on Jul 26, 2025

Suprisingly effective!

I have seen this product for a while. My thought was, there is no easy way to clean my tank. I have a 75g saltwater aquarium, and it worked great. The were areas,

I have seen this product for a while. My thought was, there is no easy way to clean my tank. I have a 75g saltwater aquarium, and it worked great. The were areas, like the corners, that needed a little extra work. I'm very happy with the purchase!!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Joris on Nov 3, 2025

Aqueon Magnet Size

Magnet Size and cleaning options that comes with the product

Magnet Size and cleaning options that comes with the product


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By william on Dec 20, 2025

Need it

It work great and glad I got it

It work great and glad I got it


Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Cynthia on Aug 22, 2025

Very strong magnet

Too strong for my 10 gallon tank, but great for my 30.

Too strong for my 10 gallon tank, but great for my 30.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Bill on Oct 16, 2025

AQUEON algae cleaning magnet

Works great ! Love it !

Works great ! Love it !


Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Kate on Jun 30, 2025
Top 100 Contributor

Easy

Simple and easy to use and gets the job done

Simple and easy to use and gets the job done


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Carol on Mar 30, 2025

Works great

I ordered it to take the algae off the side of my fish tank. It was very easy to use and works great.

I ordered it to take the algae off the side of my fish tank. It was very easy to use and works great.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Steven on Sep 7, 2025

It works

Works better than others

Works better than others