Editor's Choice - Our Favorite API Aquarium Cleaner Sprays
1. API Algae SCRAPERS and Hand HELD Pads for Acrylic Aquariums
User Ratings: 71 2
API 21 First Impressions
"Amazing product."It's like comparing sweeping your carpets to actually vacuuming them. So after I received my replacement tool, i did a water change with it. Makes cleaning my daughter's turtle tank much, much easier. Python is good too but this is fast, easy and light. I found that it's difficult to use. I saw this cleaner on another forum and figured I would give it a shot. THE ABSOLUTE BEST PART IS THE SUCTION POWER AND TIME SAVING.
- API Algae SCRAPERS and Hand HELD Pads for Acrylic Aquariums
- Contains one (1) API ALGAE SCRAPER For Glass Aquariums 1-Count Container
- Extra long and extra strong scraper for glass aquariums.
- Quickly removed unsightly algae.
- Extra-long handle keeps your hand from getting wet and supports durable scrubbing pad.
- For use in glass aquariums only. Not for use on acrylic, plexiglass, or any surface other than glass. Do not use on dry surfaces. Rinse pad with tap water before and after each use.
- Manufacture: Aquarium Pharmaceuticals
- Product Dimensions: 2.5 x 3.25 x 18 inches; 3.53 Ounces
- Editor's Impressions Of The API 21
- Cleaning Ability [star rating='3.7']
- Cleaning Power [star rating='5']
- Quality [star rating='4']
- Value For Money [star rating='3.5']
- Affordability [star rating='4.3']
API 21 Final Thoughts
"Would def recommend!"That said, the results were excellent. I happily and heartily recommend this product. It came with 2 attachments, a plastic one and a metal razor one. This is built tough, so that time may be a while. Makes cleaning my daughter's turtle tank much, much easier. I have several divided tanks and I struggle to get the normal syphon in to clean. I may modify mine to be more robust.
Overall Score
4.5
(4102 Points)
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2. API SAFE & EASY Aquarium Cleaner Spray 8-Ounce Bottle
User Ratings: 65 9
API 123 First Impressions
"Just look at the pics."I would definitely recommend this product. I love the little blue handle for this glass cleaner, too! The bucket clamp also doesn't work very well. For this tank, the magnet is too strong. Definitely like the bulb for starting suction easily. If this company ever needs a spokesperson I am their man. Works very well to clean algae from the glass.
- API SAFE & EASY Aquarium Cleaner Spray 8-Ounce Bottle
- Contains one (1) API SAFE & EASY Aquarium Cleaner Spray 8-Ounce Bottle
- Cleans aquarium glass both inside and outside of glass and acrylic aquariums.
- Cuts through white, crusty mineral deposits.
- Safe for fish and plants.
- Use to clean glass or acrylic aquariums.
- Manufacture: Aquarium Pharmaceuticals
- Product Dimensions: 2.5 x 2.5 x 6.25 inches; 9.6 Ounces
- Editor's Impressions Of The API 123
- Cleaning Ability [star rating='4.2']
- Cleaning Power [star rating='4.5']
- Quality [star rating='4.4']
- Value For Money [star rating='5']
- Affordability [star rating='3.2']
API 123 Final Thoughts
"Easy to use."It will also flip to the side of the tank as shown in another customers review video. The trigger can be pulled on and off and it shakes the gravel for you. I have 6 tanks 130 gallons, 85, 75, 55, 39 and 20 gallons. It was on low so I put it on high and found that the unit would be ok. Shrimp are sensitive and need small water changes. AQQA multifunctional vacuum cleaner makes its job absolutely well. I happily and heartily recommend this product.
Overall Score
4.2
(321 Points)
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3. IDS Home 5-in-1 Aquarium Fish Tank Clean Set, Aquarium Cleaning Kit Functional Five Cleaning Tools F...
User Ratings: 50 8
IDS Home First Impressions
"Don't do that!"It is versatile, as I've used it in a 55 gallon, 35 gallon tank and a 1 gallon tank. This is good for taking out the bull and then finishing with credit card. Try getting floating pieces of poop into a small slit of an opening. I'm very happy with it, and definitely recommend. Hard for small hands like mine to grasp and use easily. A little tricky with the hand pump. 5 gallons- it works amazingly well.
- IDS Home 5-in-1 Aquarium Fish Tank Clean Set, Aquarium Cleaning Kit Functional Five Cleaning Tools Fish Net + Rake + Scraper + Fork + Sponge
- Fish tank cleaning tool kit: a fish net, an algae scraper, a window sponge, a plant fork and a gravel rake harrow
- Perfect for cleaning aquariums and fish tanks, easy aquarium maintenance without wetting your hands
- Great for removing the dirty things from the bottom of your tank effectively
- 5 in 1 multi-function aquarium cleaning tools kit with durable ABS plastic material
- This item is NOT extension type
- Manufacture: IDS Home
- Editor's Impressions Of The IDS Home
- Cleaning Ability [star rating='4.9']
- Cleaning Power [star rating='4.6']
- Quality [star rating='4.6']
- Value For Money [star rating='3']
- Affordability [star rating='3.5']
IDS Home Final Thoughts
"This device works well."This vac is incredible, a power stronger than most of the canisters and sump filters. The scrapper will float if detached from the magnet. This is my second review but since this is a great product I'll do it again. It kept coming off and made a mess on the floor. AQQA multifunctional vacuum cleaner makes its job absolutely well. For the water pump part, it has strong power, it works great. Cleans everything, drains a tank in no time at all.
Overall Score
3.9
(292 Points)
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4. Allnice Fish Tank Cleaner Aquarium Gravel Cleaner Water Changer Gravel Filter Siphon Vacuum Pump Wat...
User Ratings: 67 7
Allnice First Impressions
"No more buckets!"It did however do a better job than the gravel vac i was using before. It costs every penny that I paid for it. Even with my now-bare-bottom tank, the attachments were very ineffective. I'm very happy with it, and definitely recommend. Has good suction and decent build quality. If you do not mind a rough ride, then perhaps you can try this one. But strength wise, I should have gotten a Large.
- Allnice Fish Tank Cleaner Aquarium Gravel Cleaner Water Changer Gravel Filter Siphon Vacuum Pump Water Changing Sand Washing Adjustable Water Flow with Inbuilt Strainer Outlet Valve Pumping Airbag
- 【7 IN 1 Multifunctional】- The fishing cleaning set equipped with many accessories: Inlet tubeso, outlet hose, adjustable water flow controller clamp, fixture clamp, fish net and glass scraper, to change water, filter gravel, remove fish poop, efficient water cleaning.
- 【Air-Pressing】- Aquarium siphon gravel cleaner comes with an airbag, vacuum pumping, powerful suction, can easily remove sediment from the bottom of the tank. Built-in strainer in the water inlet effectively prevents little fish or aquatic plant from being discharged.
- 【Easy to Use】- Aquarium gravel filter is simple to operate. Pressing the airbag repeatedly till the water flows out automatically, greatly facilitates the cleaning process. When pumping water, the outlet level must be lower than the inlet level.
- 【Adjustable Water Flow】- PVC water outlet pipe, excellent oxidation-resistant and corrosion-resistant performance, fairly soft, flexible and durable. Fish tank siphon is equipped with an outlet valve, handy to control the water yield.
- 【Wide Applications】- The kit is equipped with two 15.7-inch inlet tubes. The installation length can be selected according to the height of the fish tank.
- Manufacture: Allnice
- Editor's Impressions Of The Allnice
- Cleaning Ability [star rating='4.2']
- Cleaning Power [star rating='3.2']
- Quality [star rating='3.8']
- Value For Money [star rating='3.6']
- Affordability [star rating='3.8']
Allnice Final Thoughts
"Will order pebbles."The easy siphoning of fish debris used to be a pain to do. I can reach my hand in, but it seems to stress her out. If I had to purchase again, I would try the smaller model. I cleaned it in the sink then cleaned my other 20 long tank. Like I said can splice more hose on to reach to the outside or wherever. But this AQQA Gravel Cleaner system is AMAZING! Ignore the orang plastic clip that attaches to a bucket.
Overall Score
4.2
(42 Points)
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5. Aqueon Aquarium Water Changer
User Ratings: 70 6
Aqueon 100106089 First Impressions
"Just look at the pics."This hose would be over kill for 20 gals or less but I have 40 gal tanks. I gotta say tho that it's really powerful. That said, the results were excellent. The scrapper will float if detached from the magnet. The cleaner is very easy to install, and it is multifunction. It kept coming off and made a mess on the floor. I also used this LinkinsLegacy cleaner in my kitchen sink.
- Aqueon Aquarium Water Changer
- Makes routine water changes much easier!
- Attaches to faucet: removes dirty water and can return clean water
- Also vacuums out the debris in gravel
- Eliminates spills and heavy lifting
- Auto-siphons, includes built-in on/off valve
- Manufacture: Central Garden & Pet
- Product Dimensions: 16 x 20.3 x 3.7 inches; 2.9 Pounds
- Editor's Impressions Of The Aqueon 100106089
- Cleaning Ability [star rating='5']
- Cleaning Power [star rating='4.1']
- Quality [star rating='5']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.5']
- Affordability [star rating='3.6']
Aqueon 100106089 Final Thoughts
"I still like it."I LOVE IT SO MUCH I'm getting another for the fish tank at my Mom's house. This is built tough, so that time may be a while. Makes cleaning my daughter's turtle tank much, much easier. No snails or shrimp would stand a chance. I cleaned it in the sink then cleaned my other 20 long tank. I bought the XL version for my 75gallon long. Made water changes so much faster and did not have to accidentally swallow water.
Overall Score
4.4
(4063 Points)
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6. Vibrant Liquid Aquarium Cleaner for Freshwater Tanks
User Ratings: 72 8
Vibrant Aquarium Vib Fresh 8 oz First Impressions
"Has many accessories."It kept coming off and made a mess on the floor. If this company ever needs a spokesperson I am their man. I used the plastic one when I tried it today. I am very happy with this as it gets deep down in the gravel,and does the job fast. No snails or shrimp would stand a chance. I love the little blue handle for this glass cleaner, too! I wish i had bought this the first time.
- Vibrant Liquid Aquarium Cleaner for Freshwater Tanks
- Cleans and Brightens
- Safe for invertebrates and plants
- Manufacture: Underwater Creations
- Editor's Impressions Of The Vibrant Aquarium Vib Fresh 8 oz
- Cleaning Ability [star rating='4.5']
- Cleaning Power [star rating='3.7']
- Quality [star rating='4.6']
- Value For Money [star rating='3.7']
- Affordability [star rating='3.4']
Vibrant Aquarium Vib Fresh 8 oz Final Thoughts
"I just can't use it."If this company ever needs a spokesperson I am their man. It kept coming off and made a mess on the floor. I am very pleased with this product! The only reason for the 4 starts instead of 5, no English directions. No options to purchase them, they look useful. I'm thinking of other ways this could be used! THE ABSOLUTE BEST PART IS THE SUCTION POWER AND TIME SAVING.
Overall Score
4.3
(91 Points)
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7. Norgail Magnetic Aquarium Fish Tank Glass Cleaner, Magnet Fish Tank Cleaner with Scraper Floating Cl...
User Ratings: 62 5
Norgail Aquarium Glass Cleaner Orange First Impressions
"Love this scraper."Definitely worth the money spent on the product. Python overkill for that size but it has it's place. A little tricky with the hand pump. It's like comparing sweeping your carpets to actually vacuuming them. Putting the thing together is really intuitive and easy. THE ABSOLUTE BEST PART IS THE SUCTION POWER AND TIME SAVING. I will buy again, when the time comes.
- Norgail Magnetic Aquarium Fish Tank Glass Cleaner, Magnet Fish Tank Cleaner with Scraper Floating Clean Brush (3 Sets Replacement Stainless Steel and Plastic Blades Included)
- No more worrying about cleaning your aquarium tank, our magnetic glass cleaner will help cleaning your tank with minimum effort while keeping your hands clean
- This fish tank cleaning brush works for 0.55" - 0.79"(14mm - 20mm) thick glass, strong enough magnet to make sure efficetive cleaning without scratching your tank
- Magnetic aquarium cleaner comes with Extra stainless steel scraping blade(the original set is made of metal) and plastic scraping blade for glass aquariums, they are easy to replace blades are safe to use for salt and freshwater fish tanks
- Grip portion of our aquarium magnetic algae scraper features an ergonomic design which allows comfortable holding and efficient cleaning, The low profile handle has ample of room to fit almost every adult’s hand
- Revolutionary design of the fish tank magnet cleaner will never sink, thus keeping your hands clean; When the magnets separate, the inside scrubbing portion will float to the surface, avoiding sand and substrate from getting into the scrubbing pad
- Manufacture: Norgail
- Editor's Impressions Of The Norgail Aquarium Glass Cleaner Orange
- Cleaning Ability [star rating='3.6']
- Cleaning Power [star rating='4.2']
- Quality [star rating='4.8']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.4']
- Affordability [star rating='4.7']
Norgail Aquarium Glass Cleaner Orange Final Thoughts
"Took him an hour."Made water changes so much faster and did not have to accidentally swallow water. If this company ever needs a spokesperson I am their man. This is my second review but since this is a great product I'll do it again. So after I received my replacement tool, i did a water change with it. Gets under decorations between plants and in corners. I would recommend this to my friends. Easy peasy and clean up is a breeze.
Overall Score
4.4
(27 Points)
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8. Carefree Fish Carbon Fiber Aquarium Cleaning Tools 6 in 1 Fish Tank Cleaner Kit Long Scrubber Brushe...
User Ratings: 62 6
Carefree Fish YGS First Impressions
"Works much better."Shrimp are sensitive and need small water changes. It got clogged with a small plastic container that got caught in the disposal. Python overkill for that size but it has it's place. Product arrived really quick and is packaged nicely. It costs every penny that I paid for it. I have gone through two others and they lasted about a month. Try getting floating pieces of poop into a small slit of an opening.
- Carefree Fish Carbon Fiber Aquarium Cleaning Tools 6 in 1 Fish Tank Cleaner Kit Long Scrubber Brushes Set Glass Sponge Pipe Brush Fish Net Gravel Rake Algae Scraper Suit with Extendable Handle
- ✿Carbon fiber aquarium cleaning tools 6 in 1 .
- ✿Air stone brush.Frequent and thorough cleaning of your bubble stone will greatly extend the life of your air stone and air pump.
- ✿61Inch All stainless steel hose brush.
- ✿All stainless steel water pipe cleaner 10 in 1
- ✿All stainless steel water pipe cleaner 7 in 1
- Manufacture: Carefree Fish
- Product Dimensions: 17.72 x 6.3 x 2.36 inches; 1.35 Pounds
- Editor's Impressions Of The Carefree Fish YGS
- Cleaning Ability [star rating='3.3']
- Cleaning Power [star rating='4.2']
- Quality [star rating='4.1']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.9']
- Affordability [star rating='5']
Carefree Fish YGS Final Thoughts
"It was like magic!"Even with my now-bare-bottom tank, the attachments were very ineffective. Shrimp are sensitive and need small water changes. I would recommend this to my friends. Python is good too but this is fast, easy and light. This tool helped me clean all the glass in about 2 mins. THE ABSOLUTE BEST PART IS THE SUCTION POWER AND TIME SAVING. The trigger can be pulled on and off and it shakes the gravel for you.
Overall Score
4.3
(105 Points)
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9. POPETPOP Aquarium Gravel Cleaner Fish Tank Vacuum Siphon Cleaning Kit for Water Changing and Filter ...
User Ratings: 63 6
POPETPOP 37902QHKZM17AB First Impressions
"TIME SAVER!"This vac is incredible, a power stronger than most of the canisters and sump filters. This is built tough, so that time may be a while. I love the little blue handle for this glass cleaner, too! This is good for taking out the bull and then finishing with credit card. Light weight and many attachments for different uses. I'm thinking of other ways this could be used! Has good suction and decent build quality.
- POPETPOP Aquarium Gravel Cleaner Fish Tank Vacuum Siphon Cleaning Kit for Water Changing and Filter Sand Cleaning
- 2 IN 1 MULTIFUNCTIONAL CLEANER - POPETPOP gravel cleaner is perfect for water changing and sand washing. The nozzle net prevents absorbing of juvenile fish, grass and gravel. Attached nozzle can help clean gravels which will effectively separates excrement and food residue from your aquarium, keep the water fresh.
- COMPACT STRUCTURE - Equipped with 1pcs soft water pipe(72.4in) and 2pcs hard water pipes(11in*2). The gravel cleaner's hole is connected tightly with no worries the problem of spilling water. Fitting different-sized fish tank.
- ANTI-BACK FLOW VALVE DESIGN - Widened anti-reverse pipe makes drainage more effective. Note: Put the QV letter end downward against the bucket when using because the pump is unidirectional.
- EASY TO USE - Syphon pump is easy to grip, just squeeze the pump a few times, water will start flow automatically. High quality PVC tube won't collapse to block the water flow, easy to bend it into any position to fit for your use. (Note: The position of water outlet must be lower than the inlet.)
- EASY TO INSTALL - The fish tank gravel cleaner can be split into different parts and you can adjust them as per your needs. Besides, it can be fixed on the fish tank to free your hands, great for daily maintenance and routine water changing.
- Manufacture: POPETPOP
- Product Dimensions: 71.65 x 0.39 x 0.39 inches; 13.86 Ounces
- Editor's Impressions Of The POPETPOP 37902QHKZM17AB
- Cleaning Ability [star rating='3.2']
- Cleaning Power [star rating='4.7']
- Quality [star rating='4.4']
- Value For Money [star rating='5']
- Affordability [star rating='3.6']
POPETPOP 37902QHKZM17AB Final Thoughts
"It sticks tight."5 hours even adding water back to tanks. It came with 2 attachments, a plastic one and a metal razor one. AQQA multifunctional vacuum cleaner makes its job absolutely well. I'm thinking of other ways this could be used! And it's true- it has very good quality and nice equipment. The only reason for the 4 starts instead of 5, no English directions. It got clogged with a small plastic container that got caught in the disposal.
Overall Score
4.2
(118 Points)
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10. Marina Blue Fine Nylon Net with Handle, Aquarium Maintenance Tool, Blue
User Ratings: 78 2
Marina 11273 First Impressions
"Love this scraper."AQQA multifunctional vacuum cleaner makes its job absolutely well. It was on low so I put it on high and found that the unit would be ok. I'm thinking of other ways this could be used! This is built tough, so that time may be a while. Definitely like the bulb for starting suction easily. It siphons the water out of the aquarium very quickly. With this product I was able to do it by myself quickly and easily!
- Marina Blue Fine Nylon Net with Handle, Aquarium Maintenance Tool, Blue
- Made with high quality materials; the soft nylon woven mesh material is perfect for gently scooping fish
- Allows for easy fish tank maintenance
- Great to use in either a freshwater fish tank or a salt water fishtank
- The aquarium fish net is 3”x3” (7.6 cm x 7.6 cm)
- Handle is 10” (25 cm) long; allows for easy reach
- Manufacture: Marina
- Product Dimensions: 0.5 x 3.5 x 2.5 inches; 0.49 Ounces
- Editor's Impressions Of The Marina 11273
- Cleaning Ability [star rating='3.7']
- Cleaning Power [star rating='5']
- Quality [star rating='5']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.1']
- Affordability [star rating='4.8']
Marina 11273 Final Thoughts
"Works great."Try getting floating pieces of poop into a small slit of an opening. Suction is amazing and I don't have any issues. Going to purchase the larger size in the future. AQQA multifunctional vacuum cleaner makes its job absolutely well. It is versatile, as I've used it in a 55 gallon, 35 gallon tank and a 1 gallon tank. I can reach my hand in, but it seems to stress her out. Size wise, the Medium is good for a 40B.
Overall Score
4.6
(2939 Points)
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