8 best compressors for aquarium

Almost all the inhabitants of the aquarium are extremely sensitive to the amount of oxygen and the temperature regime of the aquatic environment. In natural biotopes, their balance is maintained by nature itself, and in a limited space, the solution of the problem of organizing a certain microclimate is imposed on special equipment.

Aquarium compressor is a device that pumps air through a hose into a sprayer and thereby aerates the water of an artificial reservoir. In addition to its intended purpose, it simultaneously provides the mixing of water layers with different temperatures and contributes to its leveling. The aesthetic effect is also important, because air bubbles significantly diversify the aquarium landscape.

According to aquarists in reviews on specialized forums, using the device greatly facilitates the care of the water world: the water becomes more transparent, the fish feel much better and live longer, and the plants do not rot. But in order for the purchase of a compressor to be successful, it is important to study the subtleties of its choice and choose a unit with certain parameters:

• the minimum required capacity, calculated according to the formula of 0.5 l / h for each liter of the aquarium (for example, for a capacity of 200 liters you will need a compressor with a capacity of at least 100 l / h)
• An acceptable level of noise pollution - noiseless is considered to work with noise up to 15 dB (leaf rustling), and relatively quiet - within 40 dB (whisper or ticking of the clock);
• the presence of additional “buns” like several output connections for different channels, power regulator or safety valves.

But, even knowing the necessary technical characteristics, it is not so easy to decide on the acquisition. In stores with products for aquariums, buyers usually encounter dozens of offers from German, Italian, Polish, Chinese and other manufacturers, and the price of a product with the same parameters may differ by half.

How to find out which compressor is better? Is it possible to determine in advance how quietly he works at home? What do the reviews say about a particular model? We tried to give answers to all these questions in the form of a rating, which represents 8 top devices that received the maximum scores in terms of the number of positive responses and optimal performance.

Best aquarium compressors: a budget of up to 2500 rubles.

5 JBL ProSilent a300

This is another representative of the line of quiet models from a well-known company, which, along with high performance, is characterized by minimal power consumption - these figures are 300 l / h and 3.9 W, respectively. Such a compressor can easily cope with aeration of an aquarium not only of medium size, for example, 100 or 200 liters, but also of a large size - up to 400 liters. The model is equipped with two outlets for air flow.

Despite the high power, the device fully justifies its name and works absolutely silently in everyday life (the declared noise level is up to 38.5 dB). It also positively affects the image of the ProSilent series, a rich set of high-quality silicone hoses with a length of 2 m, heavy spherical nebulizers and check valves of the original design.

4 Tetra APS 300

Once the founders of the company managed to become pioneers in the development of ready-made fish feed, thereby opening up the opportunity for millions of people to engage in aquarism as a simple and affordable hobby. Today, this brand continues to introduce innovative products to the market, one of which is the 300th model compressor. Innovations introduced into this device - noise-reducing chambers, compacted body walls, rubber supports of a certain density - allow it to work as silently as possible.

Reliability and durability of the design ensures the patented Silaflex valve, which, under any load, does not change its shape and prevents emergency water from entering the electrical installation. In consumer reviews, there are occasional references to a decrease in compressor performance over time, but most likely this phenomenon is caused by clogged air filters and porous aerators.

3 Eheim air pump 200

The manufacturer is so confident in his brainchild that he undertakes to fulfill warranty conditions for the whole 36 months. In fact, the compressor and looks good, and operates stably. It is necessary to ensure the circulation of water in an aquarium with a volume of 200 liters to 350 through a connected aerator or filter, as well as to connect some types of air-driven equipment.

Due to the two-channel system, the device can service two reservoirs at the same time, and the presence of independent regulators allows you to control the intensity of air flow each separately. Of the benefits that are noted by most users, it’s almost silent operation, especially if it is hung from a rubber loop on a wall. Of the minuses - not a long hose in the kit, so when buying it is better to stock up on the silicone tube of the desired length.

2 Schego Optimal

The product of another German brand stands out among its competitors with impressive performance. That is, on paper it is particularly unremarkable, since it is “only” 250 l / h. But in reality, this compressor is equipped with almost whole aquarium facilities for 200 liters, 350 and even 500. Moreover, the size of this miracle is quite small: its height, width and depth are 14, 6 and 7 cm, respectively. Can you imagine how cheap its delivery will cost?

Despite the vibration principle of operation, the “Shego” compressors work very quietly - not only the manufacturer speaks about this, but also the aquarists themselves confirm. Someone calls for a single outlet for the air duct, but immediately in the reviews suggest that a powerful membrane designed for a 2-meter-long column of water allows you to independently connect an extensive network of tubes for simultaneous maintenance of several aquariums.

1 Sera Air 275 R Plus

At first glance, this device does not attract attention: a rather modest, German pedantic design, average characteristics on the box and the same average price. The owners of aquariums with a volume of about 200 liters begin to appreciate it fully during the operation, when the device shows its power. With a fairly modest power consumption (4 W), he per hour easily drives through 270 liters of gas through a water column 60 cm high.

In reviews, users praise the unit for the ability to simultaneously connect two tubes and aerate water at two points in a mini-pool or use a compressor as a drive for decorative elements. Provides adjustment of the speed of the air supply by turning the controller smoothly. But the most important thing that characterizes this compressor is almost silent operation. It is almost inaudible, and even at night there is not the hum of the device, but the calming bubbling of bubbles.

The best inexpensive compressors for the aquarium: a budget of up to 1000 rubles.

3 Aleas AP-9803

Knowing how attractive the prices of Chinese goods would seem to someone, we tried to choose the best compressor model from the economy segment. The task was not easy, as Chinese products still sin with instability of work. But we still found something, and this is the Aleas AP-9803 model. Its main advantage is cost. It is simply surprising that for an apparatus with a capacity of 250 l / h and the possibility of regulating the air supply they ask for less than 500 rubles.

Of course, it cannot be compared with German and even Polish devices. Nevertheless, the device looks quite presentable and can be installed both vertically and horizontally. According to the manufacturer, the microcompressor is equipped with multi-level sound insulation, made of impact-resistant plastic and designed for a long service life. Unfortunately, there are still few reviews on it, so it is not yet possible to verify the accuracy of information in actual operating conditions.

 

2 Jebo sonic 301

How to transport fish over long distances? Is it possible to engage in aquarism far from civilization? Easily, if you have a mobile compressor that works from an independent power source, for example, from batteries. Due to the limited capacity of the galvanic cells, the device is able to saturate only a small “aqua” with oxygen - up to 60 liters, but, producing a capacity of 90 l / h, it copes with this task very quickly.

The device looks nice, weighs only 300 g, has compact dimensions: 86x54x53 mm and, if desired, easily fits in your pocket. It is logical that it is equipped with a single, not two-channel duct system, but it allows you to control the speed of the air supply. In the process of aeration, the incoming air is cleaned in a carbon filter, which further increases the durability of the compressor.

1 Aquael Oxyboost 300 Plus

It seems that the Poles did not want to lag behind the Germans and also learned how to produce good-quality microcompressors. Moreover, they outdid them by placing the device in an updated case of a very original form, resembling a UFO plate. So, from the auxiliary equipment, which everyone is trying to hide away from the eyes, the Oxyboost model has turned into a full-fledged interior decoration.

The technical capabilities of the manufacturer are also impressive: quiet operation, the presence of two independent air ducts and adjustable productivity with a convenient lever, which is enough for aeration of the aquarium from 200 liters to 300 in full capacity. : at the highest power the noise is really heard very well.

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