Editor's Choice - Our Favorite Tetra Aquarium Cleaner Sprays
1. Tetra No More Algae Tablets 8 Count, Controls Algae In aquariums
User Ratings: 66 6
Tetra 77344 First Impressions
"Added my stress coat."It's like comparing sweeping your carpets to actually vacuuming them. Does not come apart easily like some others I have had. I did not receive the glass scraper with mine, but don't think I'd use it anyways. Made water changes so much faster and did not have to accidentally swallow water. A little tricky with the hand pump. I was able to get behind most of my plants no problem when cleaning the glass. I used the plastic one when I tried it today.
- Tetra No More Algae Tablets 8 Count, Controls Algae In aquariums
- CONTROLS ALGAE GROWTH Removes existing algae from aquarium water and controls the formation of new algae in your tank
- CLEAR WATER Leaves aquarium water clean and crystal clear
- CONVENIENT Each fizz tab is ready to use
- USAGE For regular maintenance use once a month or as algae growth starts to appear
- Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes.
- Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye.
- Call a poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice.
- Take off contaminated clothing.
- Manufacture: Tetra
- Item Weight: 2.4 ounces
- Product Dimensions: 4.13 x 0.88 x 6.88 inches
- Editor's Impressions Of The Tetra 77344
- Cleaning Ability [star rating='4.1']
- Cleaning Power [star rating='4.9']
- Quality [star rating='4.3']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.3']
- Affordability [star rating='5']
Tetra 77344 Final Thoughts
"All you need."This is built tough, so that time may be a while. We have one from our siphon vacuum and it truly completes this set. It makes my water changes in my tanks much easier and convinient. This vac is incredible, a power stronger than most of the canisters and sump filters. Makes cleaning my daughter's turtle tank much, much easier. It siphons the water out of the aquarium very quickly. And it's true- it has very good quality and nice equipment.
Overall Score
4.3
(1759 Points)

Here Are Some Other Related Aquarium Cleaner Sprays
2. HIRO AQUATICS Nano Aquarium Cleaner Kit/Long Nozzle Water Changer for Nano Tank Water Changing
User Ratings: 53 13
HIRO AQUATICS First Impressions
"For that price."This one doesn't lose suction, and is easy to use. Made water changes so much faster and did not have to accidentally swallow water. Shrimp are sensitive and need small water changes. I'll update if anything goes wrong but so far so good. I was able to get behind most of my plants no problem when cleaning the glass. I do not write a ton of reviews but I HAVE to review this amazing time saver! That said, the results were excellent.
- HIRO AQUATICS Nano Aquarium Cleaner Kit/Long Nozzle Water Changer for Nano Tank Water Changing
- It is ideal for cleaning mini/nano fish tanks or small betta fish tanks
- It includes a thinner water tubing (1/4 '' ID) transports water in a longer time (Max Flow Rate is 0.4 Gal/min), leaving you enough time to clean the nano tanks and suck away the fish droppings
- With the thinner cleaning straw, it is easy to get into the tight spots between rocks, wood, and plants and get them cleaned.
- Two plastic cleaning straws included which can be connected to reach a 20-inch length
- Free lifetime tech support from GA, USA
- Manufacture: MOSART USA LLC
- Editor's Impressions Of The HIRO AQUATICS
- Cleaning Ability [star rating='3.1']
- Cleaning Power [star rating='4.7']
- Quality [star rating='4.8']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.6']
- Affordability [star rating='4']
HIRO AQUATICS Final Thoughts
"Great product."I would definitely recommend this product. So after I received my replacement tool, i did a water change with it. The trigger can be pulled on and off and it shakes the gravel for you. It kept coming off and made a mess on the floor. Once put together, I tried it immediately- it was AWESOME! It kept coming off and made a mess on the floor. I was able to get behind most of my plants no problem when cleaning the glass.
Overall Score
3.9
(54 Points)

3. IREENUO Fish Tank Gravel Vacuum Cleaning, Electric Aquarium Gravel Cleaning, Battery Operated Siphon...
User Ratings: 36 25
IREENUO First Impressions
"I will try again."A quality product and if you have a tank, this cleaner is a must. Ignore the orang plastic clip that attaches to a bucket. Ignore the orang plastic clip that attaches to a bucket. Does not come apart easily like some others I have had. I am using this on a bare bottom tank. I do not write a ton of reviews but I HAVE to review this amazing time saver! I almost spent more and got the big name brand one.
- IREENUO Fish Tank Gravel Vacuum Cleaning, Electric Aquarium Gravel Cleaning, Battery Operated Siphon Pump Water Changer with 3 Pcs Replaceable Mesh Bags
- MULTIFUNCTION GRAVEL CLEANING TOOL --- IREENUO aquarium vacuum is the ideal cleaning tool, which is a 3 in 1 multifunction siphon pump for cleaning gravel & algae and changing water. Make your cleaning fish tank effortless!
- AUTOMATIC WORK BY BATTERY --- Different from traditional cleaner, which requires manual pressing to work, IREENUO fish tank gravel cleaner is powered by 2 batteries (2 C/LR14), which is faster and more convenient. But please don't use it continuously for more than 30min to preventing motor damaging.
- EASY TO USE --- The aquarium gravel siphon can be installed easily according to the icons. To get the strongest suction, please keep the current water level between the min and max water level on the handle before you press the power button. Only that can it work with strong suction at any water level.
- ADJUSTABLE TUBE LENGTH --- Three tubes of different lengths can be freely combined with a tube buckle, the maximum length of the combination of the tube is 73cm. Suitable for small, medium, and large aquariums.
- ❗ ❗ ❗ NOTE --- To make sure the service life of the fish tank siphon pump, do not use it continuously for more than 30 min and do not sink the battery compartment into the water. To make sure strong suction, must keep the current water level in the min and max water level line before you press the power button.
- The excretion of fish feces and the accumulation of metabolic waste from aquatic plants lead to turbid water quality in fish tanks, which affects fish life.
- Garbage hidden in the gravel is difficult to clean, powerful suction of cleaner can absorb them by water flow. You can cleans the fine impurities in the gravel quickly and easily.
- The traditional manual water changer is time-consuming and laborious, which is inefficient. An electric fish tank cleaner can help you drain the water in the tank faster.
- Manufacture: IREENUO
- Editor's Impressions Of The IREENUO
- Cleaning Ability [star rating='4']
- Cleaning Power [star rating='2.6']
- Quality [star rating='4']
- Value For Money [star rating='3.4']
- Affordability [star rating='3.8']
IREENUO Final Thoughts
"Who knows."Had a minor issue which their service department addressed immediately. I also found that the angled attachment clogged way easy. If this company ever needs a spokesperson I am their man. Scrubs away even the toughest alge. Prolly also easier to use with larger hands. We have a snapping turtle and I was having to clean his tank 2-3 times a month. This tool helped me clean all the glass in about 2 mins.
Overall Score
3.2
(465 Points)

4. KASAN Algae Scrapers Aquarium Glass Cleaner Magnetic Brush Suitable for Small Fish Tank
User Ratings: 72 3
KASAN First Impressions
"Works much better."Product seems to be well made and should work a long time with reasonable care. I saw this cleaner on another forum and figured I would give it a shot. I can reach my hand in, but it seems to stress her out. I have several divided tanks and I struggle to get the normal syphon in to clean. 5 gallons- it works amazingly well. I have several divided tanks and I struggle to get the normal syphon in to clean. I would recommend this to my friends.
- KASAN Algae Scrapers Aquarium Glass Cleaner Magnetic Brush Suitable for Small Fish Tank
- EFFECTIVELY:Effectively clean the algae in the aquarium without fear of soiling the hands
- STABLE:Super suction adsorption is not afraid of falling, it is easier to clean the fish tank
- EASY TO USE:Just move the outside and the inside will be clean
- PROTECTION FISH TANK:Soft clean fabric is not afraid of scratching fish tank
- COMFORTABLE ENVIRONMENT:Fish can grow in a clean fish tank
- Manufacture: KASAN
- Editor's Impressions Of The KASAN
- Cleaning Ability [star rating='3.8']
- Cleaning Power [star rating='5']
- Quality [star rating='4']
- Value For Money [star rating='5']
- Affordability [star rating='4.9']
KASAN Final Thoughts
"This works really well."Product seems to be well made and should work a long time with reasonable care. One swipe each way and the glass was, literally sparkling clean. Changing water and cleaning the tank is a joy now. I wish i had bought this the first time. I had a couple of problems as it was the first time I have used anything like this. I cleaned it in the sink then cleaned my other 20 long tank. Definitely not for the common colored gravel found at pet stores.
Overall Score
4.5
(1161 Points)

5. VavoPaw Aquarium Scissor Tools Kit, 5 in 1 Anti-Rust Tool Stainless Steel Tweezers Scissor Aquatic P...
User Ratings: 89
VavoPaw 651074342161 First Impressions
"Then wipe off!"You can see the debris coming up the tube like an elevator- hahah. Changing water and cleaning the tank is a joy now. I was able to get behind most of my plants no problem when cleaning the glass. The bucket clamp also doesn't work very well. The only reason for the 4 starts instead of 5, no English directions. But strength wise, I should have gotten a Large. Does not come apart easily like some others I have had.
- VavoPaw Aquarium Scissor Tools Kit, 5 in 1 Anti-Rust Tool Stainless Steel Tweezers Scissor Aquatic Plants Cleaning Tool for Aquariums & Fish Tank
- Premium Material: Crafted with stainless steel and adopted the newest spray-painting technology, sharp, not easy to rust and durable in long-term use.
- Trim Efficiently: This aquarium scissor tools kit suit small aquatic plant without harming it, safe and efficient.
- Multifunctional Tools: Suitable for all types of aquarium plants, fish tank substrate, gravel and other Aquarium decorations.
- Kindly Note: It is recommended to fish out and extract the aquarium water storage to only 25% before pruning the grass, and then clean the tank and change the water.
- 5 in 1 Aquascaping Tools: The aquarium scissor tools kit include traight scissor, curved scissor, sand shovel, straight tweezer, curved tweezer, this 5-in-1 aquarium tools set satisfies your different need of grooming your aquarium.
- Manufacture: VavoPaw
- Product Dimensions: 9.64 x 9.05 x 2.16 inches; 1.08 Pounds
- Editor's Impressions Of The VavoPaw 651074342161
- Cleaning Ability [star rating='5']
- Cleaning Power [star rating='4.8']
- Quality [star rating='4.6']
- Value For Money [star rating='5']
- Affordability [star rating='4.5']
VavoPaw 651074342161 Final Thoughts
"Amazing product."The issue is that the sponge also blocks any debris from entering. Python overkill for that size but it has it's place. The other attachment are great as well. It kept coming off and made a mess on the floor. The scrubber is identicle to the material used in velcro. Scrubs away even the toughest alge. The costomer service for this company is wonderful.
Overall Score
4.9
(107 Points)

6. GOTOTOP Aquarium Cleaner Detachable Auto Electric Aquarium Gravel Cleaner Kit Flexible Fish Tank Vac...
User Ratings: 45 26
GOTOTOP First Impressions
"This works much better."Also equipped come with a lot of accessories,. I also found that the angled attachment clogged way easy. I have gone through two others and they lasted about a month. Going to purchase the larger size in the future. You won't go wrong with this product. A little tricky with the hand pump. THE ABSOLUTE BEST PART IS THE SUCTION POWER AND TIME SAVING.
- GOTOTOP Aquarium Cleaner Detachable Auto Electric Aquarium Gravel Cleaner Kit Flexible Fish Tank Vacuum Filter with Other Accessories for Big and Small Tank Water Changing and Sand Clean
- Safe and Durable: This Aquarium Gravel Cleaner is made of high quality ABS plastic and electric components, which guarantees its safety and long-term use. The soft tube included is harmless to fishes, eco-friendly and no peculiar smell.
- Keep Clean: Clean gravel, siphon the fish excrement and other debris by the filter mesh bag, then the clean water will permeate from the bag and flow into tank, also can drain out water through outlet pipe, which ensure the cleanness and won't soil your hands.
- Easy to Operate: Just press the power button to start, place the cleans as the position you desire to clean fish excrete and other dirt in the aquarium. Supported two suction pipe sizes, suitable for both small and large aquariums.
- Multiple Function: This Filter Cleaner can be used for water change, empty your aquarium when you connect a hose t outlet, energy saving and preventing jamming, and also can suck up any debris in your aquarium tank like fish feed,fish poops,or dead water plant leaves,feeding medicine food and so on.
- Flexible Structure:You can adjust the flexible hose to appropriate length according to depth of your aquarium to suit for both shallow and deep aquarium, maximum water level can reach 29.53 Inch with adjustable height from 40cm to 95cm. It is also equipped with soft water hose,it is more easy to empty the water out or add water.
- Manufacture: GOTOTOP
- Editor's Impressions Of The GOTOTOP
- Cleaning Ability [star rating='3']
- Cleaning Power [star rating='3.1']
- Quality [star rating='4.1']
- Value For Money [star rating='3.1']
- Affordability [star rating='2.5']
GOTOTOP Final Thoughts
"Mine's just 5."I had a couple of problems as it was the first time I have used anything like this. No options to purchase them, they look useful. I can reach my hand in, but it seems to stress her out. That said, the results were excellent. Hopefully my replacement works and I can change my review. Once you get the tank water flowing out of the tubing. But strength wise, I should have gotten a Large.
Overall Score
3.3
(10 Points)

7. YCTECH Aquarium Gravel Vacuum Cleaner: 6 Watt Automatic Filter Gravel Cleaning | Fish Tank Sand Clea...
User Ratings: 41 15
YCTECH First Impressions
"I love this product!"It will also flip to the side of the tank as shown in another customers review video. This tool helped me clean all the glass in about 2 mins. I had a couple of problems as it was the first time I have used anything like this. Scrubs away even the toughest alge. If this company ever needs a spokesperson I am their man. Works very well to clean algae from the glass. No snails or shrimp would stand a chance.
- YCTECH Aquarium Gravel Vacuum Cleaner: 6 Watt Automatic Filter Gravel Cleaning | Fish Tank Sand Cleaner | Sludge Extractor | Water Changer | Sand Washing | Dirt Suction
- Application: This aquarium electric gravel sand washer is suitable for daily fish tank cleaning or water change maintenance,Suit for freshwater and seawater. Easy To Install And Use
- Cleaning mode: sand washing mode and suction mode, this sand washing device can effectively clean the sand at the bottom of the fish tank or suck away the excess dirt at the bottom of the fish tank.
- Water change mode: When using the water change mode, please install the water pipe at the package to easily change the water.
- Power is 6W, powerful water pump motor can provide the maximum flow of 92 GPH. Suction enough to change water, suck food debris & fish poop out of aquarium quickly. Save your time and reduce fatigue.
- With Flexible Structure: You Can Adjust The Flexible Hose To Appropriate Length According To Depth Of Your Aquarium to suit for both shallow and deep aquarium,water low level can reach 1.97In - 3.94In.it is also equip with soft water hose, it is more easy to empoty the water out or add water.
- Manufacture: YCTECH
- Editor's Impressions Of The YCTECH
- Cleaning Ability [star rating='3.1']
- Cleaning Power [star rating='3.6']
- Quality [star rating='3.5']
- Value For Money [star rating='3.4']
- Affordability [star rating='3.4']
YCTECH Final Thoughts
"Good suction, adjustable."For this tank, the magnet is too strong. I cleaned it in the sink then cleaned my other 20 long tank. This vac is incredible, a power stronger than most of the canisters and sump filters. I may modify mine to be more robust. I almost spent more and got the big name brand one. The scrubber is identicle to the material used in velcro. Prolly also easier to use with larger hands.
Overall Score
3.6
(207 Points)

8. Jhua Gravel Vacuum for Aquarium Small Fish Tank Gravel Cleaner with 3 Nozzles, Aquarium Grave...
User Ratings: 38 30
Jhua First Impressions
"Cleans well and quickly."We have a snapping turtle and I was having to clean his tank 2-3 times a month. THE ABSOLUTE BEST PART IS THE SUCTION POWER AND TIME SAVING. It is versatile, as I've used it in a 55 gallon, 35 gallon tank and a 1 gallon tank. Scrubs away even the toughest alge. This vac is incredible, a power stronger than most of the canisters and sump filters. I happily and heartily recommend this product. Easy peasy and clean up is a breeze.
- Jhua Gravel Vacuum for Aquarium Small Fish Tank Gravel Cleaner with 3 Nozzles, Aquarium Gravel Cleaner Vacuum Fish Tank Cleaner with Flow Control Clip, Water Changer Aquarium Siphon Pump for Fish Tank
- 【3 Nozzles】- Fish tank cleaner is equipped with 3 kinds of nozzles for arbitrary switching: Inlet tubes straight pipe nozzle, filter nozzle, horn nozzle. Can easily meet your multiple needs for cleaning aquariums and won't wet your hands. Hose length(include airbag): 209cm/82.3inch. Hard inlet tubes length: 25cm/9.8inch.
- 【Multi-Purpose】- 3-in-1 multifunctional, water changing, sand washing & residue removing. Aquarium siphon gravel cleaner comes with an airbag, vacuum pumping, powerful suction, can easily remove sediment from the bottom of the tank, efficient water cleaning. The filter nozzle effectively prevents little fish or aquatic plant from being discharged.
- 【Easy to Use & Labor-Saving】- Aquarium gravel filter is simple to operate: First clamp the flow control clip, pressing the airbag repeatedly till the water flows out automatically, and then release the clip, greatly facilitates the cleaning process. Equipped with a powerful suction cup, fixed water pipe operation making it is easy to free your hands. When pumping water, the outlet level must be lower than the inlet level.
- 【Adjustable Water Flow】- High-quality PVC water outlet pipe, excellent oxidation-resistant and corrosion-resistant performance, fairly soft, flexible and durable. Fish tank vacuum gravel cleaner is equipped with a flow control clip, handy to control the water yield.
- 【Detachable】- Aquarium gravel cleaner can be split into different parts, easy to assemble and disassemble. Suitable for many types of small and medium fish tanks, aquariums and terrariums, etc.
- Manufacture: Jhua
- Editor's Impressions Of The Jhua
- Cleaning Ability [star rating='4.2']
- Cleaning Power [star rating='3']
- Quality [star rating='3.2']
- Value For Money [star rating='2.2']
- Affordability [star rating='3.5']
Jhua Final Thoughts
"It works well."You won't go wrong with this product. I was able to get behind most of my plants no problem when cleaning the glass. This is built tough, so that time may be a while. Shrimp are sensitive and need small water changes. The scrubber is identicle to the material used in velcro. The trigger can be pulled on and off and it shakes the gravel for you. And it's true- it has very good quality and nice equipment.
Overall Score
3.2
(15 Points)

9. Aquarium Gravel Cleaner, Siphon Aquarium Gravel Vacuum Cleaner for Fish Tank Cleaning, Water Changer...
CBsana First Impressions
"Mine's just 5."No options to purchase them, they look useful. I found that it's difficult to use. Very impressed with their responsiveness as they stand behind their product. This is built tough, so that time may be a while. You won't go wrong with this product. It will take a few runs to get most of the algae off. But this AQQA Gravel Cleaner system is AMAZING!
- Aquarium Gravel Cleaner, Siphon Aquarium Gravel Vacuum Cleaner for Fish Tank Cleaning, Water Changer with Air-Pressing Button & Adjustable Water Flow Controller, Glass Scraper
- 4 in 1 Function: (1): Water Changing: The gravel vacuum for aquarium built-in great suction power airbag, pulls the water out fast with few squeezed of the trigger, easy to operate, save effort. (2): Sand Washing: Design with 3D filter basket net, protect your love fish and small gravel from suck out of the tank. (3): Debris Suction: Suck out fish poop & debris when cleaning sand by move pipe up and down, keep water fresh. (4) Glass Algae Cleaning: Come with a glass scraper accessories.
- Easy to Use: Just a few squeezed of the trigger to pump water, keep squeezed until water flow out naturally. The more & higher level water, the more pressure, the more easy squeezed. Before water changing, make sure connect fine the pipe, hose and clamp, fix cleaner on edge of glass by screw ( Cleaner best angel is 45°tilt ), free your hand.
- Great for Different Tank Sizes : This fish tank vacuum gravel cleaner have 3 pieces extension inlet pipe (11.8In/pipe), 80.7In outlet hose and glass scraper, connect and use them according to your tanks size, suitable for various types of larger and small tank. Please note that water outlet must lower at least 19.6 inch than the inlet when using.
- Accessories Include: 3* Inlet pipe(11.8In), 2* Pipe connector, 1* 80.7In PVC outlet hose, 1* Air-pressing control body with screw ( fix cleaner on glass of edge, save waiting times), 1* Glass scraper, 1* Water flow clamp ( Helped to control suction power), 1* Bucket clamp ( Keep hose from kinking, avoid affecting water drain ).
- Service Guarantee: We provide high quality aquarium vacuum gravel cleaner and best service for our customer. If you are not fully satisfied with our product, we will refund you. Please feel free to contact us if there have any question or problem, we will solve well for you.
- Insert the pipe into the sand and slightly lift the equipment to agitate up and down for wash, debris and fish poop would suck out with water, remember don't need too much sand for each time wash.
- Material: PE + PVC
- Operating method: Manual air-pressing of trigger
- Manufacture: CBsana
- Editor's Impressions Of The CBsana
- Cleaning Ability [star rating='4.1']
- Cleaning Power [star rating='4.8']
- Quality [star rating='4.1']
- Value For Money [star rating='5']
- Affordability [star rating='5']
CBsana Final Thoughts
"All I can say is WOW."I'll update if anything goes wrong but so far so good. So as a hobbyist I started with 1 tank and now have 7. It got clogged a few times and i had to take it to the sink and run water through it. Try getting floating pieces of poop into a small slit of an opening. I wish i had bought this the first time. I had to make a few passes over the built up stuff. You can see the debris coming up the tube like an elevator- hahah.
Overall Score
5.0
(3 Points)

10. STARROAD-TIM Fish Tank Aquarium Gravel Cleaner Kit Long Nozzle Water Changer for Water Changing and ...
User Ratings: 55 12
STARROAD-TIM First Impressions
"This works much better."We have a snapping turtle and I was having to clean his tank 2-3 times a month. It will take a few runs to get most of the algae off. AQQA multifunctional vacuum cleaner makes its job absolutely well. The costomer service for this company is wonderful. This is built tough, so that time may be a while. I will buy again, when the time comes. The costomer service for this company is wonderful.
- STARROAD-TIM Fish Tank Aquarium Gravel Cleaner Kit Long Nozzle Water Changer for Water Changing and Filter Gravel Cleaning with Air-Pressing Button and Adjustable Water Flow Controller- BPA Free
- SPECIAL DESIGN: With well-formed shape, compact structure with 2pcs water inlet tubes(15.75in*2), it is easy to install and operate. fitting different-sized fish tank.
- EASY TO USE: just press the air-pressing button to pump water out, Equipped with flow adjuster,easy to install and operate.Aquarium Gravel Cleaner is perfect for cleaning up your aquarium.
- PREVENT BLOCKING: aquarium gravel filter cleaner can replace the water and keep water fresh,with filter basket in the tube, effectively avoiding blocking by gravel.It’s effectively separates and removes debris from your aquarium.
- EQUIPPED WITH MANY ACCESSORIEC: Air-pressing button, Valve, Glass scraper(Clean up algae and stains on the fish tank),Inlet Pipe,Outlet pipe,Water Flow Clamp and anti-backflow valve design.
- CUSTOMER SUPPORT: We strive to provide the best satisfaction for all our customers. If you are not satisfied with our aquarium gravel cleaner, please feel free to contact us and we will send you a replacement or give you a full refund.
- Manufacture: STARROAD-TIM
- Editor's Impressions Of The STARROAD-TIM
- Cleaning Ability [star rating='3.2']
- Cleaning Power [star rating='3.4']
- Quality [star rating='3.9']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.5']
- Affordability [star rating='4.7']
STARROAD-TIM Final Thoughts
"It's very easy to hold."Hard for small hands like mine to grasp and use easily. I bought this cleaner for my husband and we got this in 15 days before. 5 hours even adding water back to tanks. I can reach my hand in, but it seems to stress her out. I have several divided tanks and I struggle to get the normal syphon in to clean. If you do not mind a rough ride, then perhaps you can try this one. Definitely like the bulb for starting suction easily.
Overall Score
4.0
(2085 Points)
