Aqueon QuietFlow Internal Shrimp Aquarium Filter

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I’ve only had this filter for 2 months before it completely stopped working. I tried everything including cleaning it out & flowing tank water through it. I sent an email to aqueon the day it happened & they have yet to reach back out to me even though it says they get back within 1-2 business days. I’ve left emails & a voice message. It’s been about a week that my fish has been filterless as I’ve been waiting for them to get back with me with a replacement. I plan on buying a different filter from a different company. Do not buy this filter.

I bought this in December, and by the time end of January hit, it became very loud and stopped sucking in water like it was plugged or ran out of water. I checked to see if it was any of those problems and was not plugged or low on water. I have 10 gallon tank just like it says for the box. I’m very disappointed in it and now I’m doing everything I can to clean up the tank since the pump failed while I was away for a few days.

I bought this and I am very happy with the quality. I enjoy the pre-filter medium that I can swap out and clean. This is s very quiet filter and fits nicely in my 22gal long, rimless aquarium. I can hide it very effectively.