Editor's Choice - Our Favorite NICREW Aquarium Gravel Cleaners

1. NICREW Automatic Gravel Cleaner, Electric Aquarium Cleaner, 2 in 1 Sludge Extractor for Medium and L...

User Ratings: 49 16

NICREW HXS-01 First Impressions

"Turned my normal 3."

So, I bought a 20 gallon long and transferred them from the 10 gallon. In saying this it's nice to not lift those heavy buckets to the top anymore. It has adjustable flow as well which helps between my gravel tank and sand tank. This little tool helped so much my bare bottom tank looks great again. I would recommend turning your filter off during the process. If you've never used a gravel vac, get this product and watch a YouTube video. I knew siphoning would be an issue,.

  • NICREW Automatic Gravel Cleaner, Electric Aquarium Cleaner, 2 in 1 Sludge Extractor for Medium and Large Tanks
  • Ideal for complete aquarium cleaning or quick spot maintenance
  • Easily removes particles from topmost layer of substrate without disturbing the bottom layer of gravel
  • Decreases the build-up of harmful toxins in your aquarium while reducing strain on your filter
  • Eco-friendly products support aquatic life with a "green" approach
  • This unit can be used in freshwater and saltwater aquariums with a water depth of up to approx. 28”
  • Manufacture: NICREW
  • Editor's Impressions Of The NICREW HXS-01
  • Cleaning Ability [star rating='4.1']
  • Cleaning Speed [star rating='3.8']
  • Quality [star rating='4.4']
  • Value For Money [star rating='2.9']
  • Affordability [star rating='2.8']

NICREW HXS-01 Final Thoughts

"Great value!"

It will suck up a little bit of sand, which is expected and acceptable. Python overkill for that size but it has it's place. Gets under decorations between plants and in corners. Do what I did, and do, and so many others have stated in their reviews. Gravel cleaning has become so easy and mess free. I hope that I do not need another but I would purchase again without hesitation. I also found that the angled attachment clogged way easy.

Overall Score
3.8

[star rating="3.8"]
(1163 Points)

Peoples Choice - Other Highly Rated NICREW Aquarium Gravel Cleaners

2. NICREW Power VAC Plus Electric Gravel Cleaner, Automatic Aquarium Cleaner with Sponge Filter, 3 in 1...

User Ratings: 46 13

NICREW N12250 First Impressions

"Works great."

Takes me less than 10min to clean my tank with this method. I LOVE IT SO MUCH I'm getting another for the fish tank at my Mom's house. Putting the thing together is really intuitive and easy. This electric gravel vac was the best solution for my set up. It filters out the solids and returns the water to the tank. Product seems to be well made and should work a long time with reasonable care. I was worried I would have to keep unplugging and plugging in through out cleaning.

  • NICREW Power VAC Plus Electric Gravel Cleaner, Automatic Aquarium Cleaner with Sponge Filter, 3 in 1 Aquarium Vacuum Gravel Cleaner for Medium and Large Tanks
  • 3-in-1 unit for quick cleanups or complete aquarium maintenance
  • Sponge filter traps debris while remaining easy to clean
  • Decreases the build-up of harmful toxins in your aquarium while reducing strain on your filter
  • Easily removes particles from topmost layer of substrate without disturbing the bottom layer of gravel
  • Equipped with flow adjustment valve to adjust the water flow rate (1/2" or 5/8" hose is NOT included)
  • Manufacture: NICREW
  • Editor's Impressions Of The NICREW N12250
  • Cleaning Ability [star rating='3.6']
  • Cleaning Speed [star rating='3.8']
  • Quality [star rating='3.2']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.7']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.7']

NICREW N12250 Final Thoughts

"Sweat and hardwork."

Which was why I'm so glad I got this one. The last two pictures display the suction cup with its perforated screen inside it. Gravel cleaning has become so easy and mess free. I have a 20 gallon long tank at floor level. Most of the poop just sits on the top the sand substrate in my tank. It filters out the solids and returns the water to the tank. Takes me less than 10min to clean my tank with this method.

Overall Score
3.8

[star rating="3.8"]
(647 Points)

3. NICREW Replaceable Filter Sponge for Power VAC Plus Gravel Cleaner, 5 Pcs

User Ratings: 69 5

NICREW N13880 First Impressions

"Finally, I found this."

Definitely not for the common colored gravel found at pet stores. It will suck up a little bit of sand, which is expected and acceptable. The hardest thing to do is wrap up the cord to store it after use. The filter loads up really fast, so it's not much good for recycling water cleaning. It did however do a better job than the gravel vac i was using before. I LOVE IT SO MUCH I'm getting another for the fish tank at my Mom's house. I love the extendable attachments for my larger tanks.

  • NICREW Replaceable Filter Sponge for Power VAC Plus Gravel Cleaner, 5 Pcs
  • For use with NICREW Power VAC Plus electric gravel cleaner
  • Each pack contains 5 pieces sponge replacement
  • Manufacture: NICREW
  • Editor's Impressions Of The NICREW N13880
  • Cleaning Ability [star rating='5']
  • Cleaning Speed [star rating='5']
  • Quality [star rating='4.1']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.9']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.6']

NICREW N13880 Final Thoughts

"This will not rep!"

I also found that the angled attachment clogged way easy. Returned, but agreed to try another one. Wasted an entire morning taking it apart, checking everything etc. Definitely not for the common colored gravel found at pet stores. The assembly instructions for this unit are unquestionably clear and precise. I also used this LinkinsLegacy cleaner in my kitchen sink. I have been looking for this for years.

Overall Score
4.3

[star rating="4.3"]
(128 Points)

4. Aquarium Manual Water Changer Gravel Cleaner Water Filter Syphon Tube Fluids Transfer Tool PVC Sand ...

User Ratings: 64 36

Pssopp Pssoppikwmgdapf1 First Impressions

"Just saying."

Python overkill for that size but it has it's place. I don't use the sponge and filter pad that came with the device. I have a 29g aquarium and it does suction quickly as others have said. I even decimated my snail problem with this thing. Which was why I'm so glad I got this one. It got clogged with a small plastic container that got caught in the disposal. It kept coming off and made a mess on the floor.

  • Aquarium Manual Water Changer Gravel Cleaner Water Filter Syphon Tube Fluids Transfer Tool PVC Sand Vacuum Cleaning Pump Fish Tank Cleaning Tool with 59in Long Pipe
  • 【Siphon Effect】Put the tube head immersed into the water, move up and down to produce pressure in the tube, then the water will automatically flow through the pipe due to the siphon effect.
  • 【Long Suction Pipe】Supplied with long suction pipe, you can remove the dirt from the bottom of your aquarium. Special tube head design makes it easy to change the water at the aquarium manually.
  • 【Change Water Easily】It can change water, clean up small gravel and remove excrement at ease. You don't need to spoon up water any more, suitable for small sized aquarium.
  • 【High Quality】The soft long pipe is made of PVC, eco-friendly, non-toxic and flexible. Harmless to fishes and no peculiar smell.
  • 【Easy to Use】Comes ready to use for convenient, assembly-free aquarium maintenance.
  • Manufacture: Pssopp
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Pssopp Pssoppikwmgdapf1
  • Cleaning Ability [star rating='3.8']
  • Cleaning Speed [star rating='2.8']
  • Quality [star rating='2.5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.1']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.5']

Pssopp Pssoppikwmgdapf1 Final Thoughts

"Love everything about it!"

I learned that the best control was to shorten the device as much as possible. The vacuum power is amazingly strong, yet adjustable. I liked the idea of this product when I saw it, and decided to take a chance. I love the extendable attachments for my larger tanks. So after I received my replacement tool, i did a water change with it. At first I was furious with this thing. Most of the poop just sits on the top the sand substrate in my tank.

Overall Score
3.5

[star rating="3.5"]
(4 Points)

5. Unigift Aquarium Water Changer with Airbag and Water Flow Controller - 8.2ft

User Ratings: 63 8

Unigift First Impressions

"It has two connectors."

I just left the spongy looking one. The assembly instructions for this unit are unquestionably clear and precise. At first I was furious with this thing. It just takes a little bit of trial and error on your part. I also used this LinkinsLegacy cleaner in my kitchen sink. 20 gallon long also means more ADFs! Compared to how I was cleaning before, this made cleaning my tanks a breeze.

  • Unigift Aquarium Water Changer with Airbag and Water Flow Controller - 8.2ft
  • EASY TO USE- Simply insert the filter of the Aquarium Cleaner Vacuum into fish tank and gently squeeze the pump. Spot clean by inserting the filter into the gravel and squeezing the pump to create a siphon then slightly lifting up so you don’t remove fish tank gravel.
  • NO MESS SHUT OFF VALVE- Our fish tank vacuum cleaner has a shut off valve that will ensure water does not spill on the ground when you’re done cleaning. The aquarium siphon pump can used around carpet with no worries of spilling water.
  • RIGID PIPE SECTION- The aquarium vacuum cleaner hose is designed with an 8.2Ft rigid filter and pipe section to make cleaning the aquarium quick and easy. The total length with flexible hose is 8 feet (96 inches).The fish tank vacuum parts are made so you can attach even longer sections of hose if needed.
  • FILTER –Place the filter of the fish tank gravel cleaner on to gravel to clean gravel bed while making a regular water change. Water will flow quickly thru and the filter will separate gravel from debris. With this filter attached you will not be able to pump out larger gravel, plants or fish.
  • Safety: protect your fishes from scare while replacing the water.
  • Manufacture: UniGift
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Unigift
  • Cleaning Ability [star rating='5']
  • Cleaning Speed [star rating='3.3']
  • Quality [star rating='3.1']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.6']
  • Affordability [star rating='5']

Unigift Final Thoughts

"Happy customer."

Python is good too but this is fast, easy and light. I was worried I would have to keep unplugging and plugging in through out cleaning. I even decimated my snail problem with this thing. It has adjustable flow as well which helps between my gravel tank and sand tank. I have a 29g aquarium and it does suction quickly as others have said. Gravel cleaning has become so easy and mess free. If you've never used a gravel vac, get this product and watch a YouTube video.

Overall Score
4.1

[star rating="4.1"]
(35 Points)

6. BILIEASY Aquarium Gravel Cleaner Water Changer with Powered Filter Durable Easy Vacuum Fish Tank Cle...

User Ratings: 36 22

BILIEASY BE.EASY First Impressions

"Great value!"

The only draw back, wish it came with a longer hose or attachment to make it longer. I just pump the water directly into my sump. Gets under decorations between plants and in corners. I've gone though dozens of aquarium cleaning gadgets and products over the years. I have been looking for this for years. At first I was furious with this thing. I have several divided tanks and I struggle to get the normal syphon in to clean.

  • BILIEASY Aquarium Gravel Cleaner Water Changer with Powered Filter Durable Easy Vacuum Fish Tank Cleaner (Blue)
  • EASY AQUARIUM GRAVEL CLEANER- Clean easy to operate without any efforts. With on/off flow control tap design, it is easy and convenient to use. Make it easy and fun to change water in a fish tank
  • MULTI-FUCTION POWERFUL PURPOSE-Water changer, sand washing and decontamination this fish tank cleaner can be used for multiple purpose, operation/pump bulb and discharge hose. While all these parts can be adjusted and modified as per your needs, the operation bulb or the hand starter is its unique component that sets it apart from other similar items in the market.
  • EFFECTIVE POROUS SCREEN-The water inlet is equipped with porous filter net, which can effectively prevent the suction of sand, stone, fish, water grass, etc. in the process of changing water. Meanwhile, it can let the water, fish dung and other sundry matter in the tank come out through the suction hose of filter net, and play the role of changing water, washing sand and decontamination.
  • LONG HANDLE EASY HOLD- Lengthened hose for all sizes of fish tank attach suction cup. This will make work easier for you because you don't need to hold it while draining out water! Press on, or squeeze the pump bulb 5 to 7 times and the water will start to flow out of the nozzle. See the description below for more details.
  • KEEPING A BETTER ENVIRONMENT- Easy to Install & Use: Just connect all the accessories together one by one, it also come with a manual. It is ideal for water changing and gravel cleaning, giving your fish a nice living environment.
  • Manufacture: BILIEASY
  • Editor's Impressions Of The BILIEASY BE.EASY
  • Cleaning Ability [star rating='4']
  • Cleaning Speed [star rating='2.4']
  • Quality [star rating='4']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.9']
  • Affordability [star rating='4']

BILIEASY BE.EASY Final Thoughts

"Marvelous."

I love the extendable attachments for my larger tanks. I was using a 110 Volt aquarium cleaner before I purchased this one. Makes cleaning my daughter's turtle tank much, much easier. Most of the poop just sits on the top the sand substrate in my tank. I would definitely recommend this product. If for some reason this one fails, I'll just buy it again. It did however do a better job than the gravel vac i was using before.

Overall Score
3.3

[star rating="3.3"]
(5 Points)

7. LANDUM Aquarium Gravel Vacuum Cleaning Filter Tool Siphon Pump Water Fish Tank Cleaner

User Ratings: 53 47

LANDUM First Impressions

"I love this."

Definitely not for the common colored gravel found at pet stores. If for some reason this one fails, I'll just buy it again. I LOVE IT SO MUCH I'm getting another for the fish tank at my Mom's house. At first I was furious with this thing. This electric gravel vac was the best solution for my set up. It's easy to put together, easy to use, easy to clean. Its made the water changes on my 55 gallon and 20 tall so easy.

  • LANDUM Aquarium Gravel Vacuum Cleaning Filter Tool Siphon Pump Water Fish Tank Cleaner
  • Application: Easy to ues as a cleaner pump for aquarium.
  • Quality Workmanship: Made of high quality plastic material, non toxic, safe and durable
  • Advantage: Keep your fish healthy.
  • Special Design: Keep the aquarium clean and give your fish a nice living environment.
  • Package Include: 1 Piece x Aquarium Gravel Vacuum Cleaning Filter Tool
  • Manufacture: LANDUM
  • Editor's Impressions Of The LANDUM
  • Cleaning Ability [star rating='3.7']
  • Cleaning Speed [star rating='2.8']
  • Quality [star rating='2.5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='2.5']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.6']

LANDUM Final Thoughts

"Marvelous."

I also found that the angled attachment clogged way easy. I lose about 5 gallons a week due to evaporation. The only draw back, wish it came with a longer hose or attachment to make it longer. Next time, I'll lay towels down around the tank. My previous gravel vacuum from Petco was horrible. I don't use the sponge and filter pad that came with the device. Product seems to be well made and should work a long time with reasonable care.

Overall Score
3.1

[star rating="3.1"]
(2 Points)

8. Tropical Science Labs ATC99005 Liquid Gravel Vac Saltwater, 16-Ounce

Tropical Science Labs 731555990057 First Impressions

"It works great!"

Wasted an entire morning taking it apart, checking everything etc. I wish i had bought this the first time. This thing does both at the same time and quickly. Ohh I also use it to add water to my system. I have a 20 gallon long tank at floor level. The telescoping tube will extent to permit a larger tank to be effectively cleaned. It doesn't do as good a job cleaning the gravel like a gravity suction siphon.

  • Tropical Science Labs ATC99005 Liquid Gravel Vac Saltwater, 16-Ounce
  • Tropical Science Labs Liquid Gravel Vac Saltwater
  • Liquid Gravel Vac from Tropical Science Bio-labs utilizes the natural science of aquatic environmental chemistry
  • Available in both saltwater and marine/reef formulations.
  • Tropical Science Labs Liquid Gravel Vac Saltwater
  • Liquid Gravel Vac from Tropical Science Bio-labs utilizes the natural science of aquatic environmental chemistry
  • Available in both saltwater and marine/reef formulations
  • Available in both saltwater and marine/reef formulations
  • Manufacture: TopDawg Pet Supply
  • Product Dimensions: 0.02 x 0.02 x 0.02 inches; 0.32 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Tropical Science Labs 731555990057
  • Cleaning Ability [star rating='4.6']
  • Cleaning Speed [star rating='5']
  • Quality [star rating='5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.4']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.2']

Tropical Science Labs 731555990057 Final Thoughts

"I totally recommend this."

What I love about this is the water return function. I have a glass bottom aquarium with no substrate. Suction is amazing and I don't have any issues. In saying that I get build up of solids in certain parts of my tank. Python overkill for that size but it has it's place. This was super easy to assemble and use right out of the box. I'm thinking of other ways this could be used!

Overall Score
5.0

[star rating="5"]
(1 Points)

9. Python No Spill Clean and Fill Aquarium Gravel Tube, 30-Inch

User Ratings: 80 3

Python 30GT First Impressions

"Another tip."

I have never cleaned the rocks or changed the water in my aquarium so effortlessly. It got clogged a few times and i had to take it to the sink and run water through it. I have a 20 gallon long tank at floor level. It kept coming off and made a mess on the floor. It did however do a better job than the gravel vac i was using before. I hope that I do not need another but I would purchase again without hesitation. It just takes a little bit of trial and error on your part.

  • Python No Spill Clean and Fill Aquarium Gravel Tube, 30-Inch
  • Packaged with 2-1/2 feet of tubing and a female connector
  • Made of durable plastic
  • For use with the No Spill Clean and Fill system
  • Manufacture: Python Products Inc.
  • Product Dimensions: 33 x 2 x 2 inches; 13.28 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Python 30GT
  • Cleaning Ability [star rating='3.6']
  • Cleaning Speed [star rating='5']
  • Quality [star rating='4.4']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.8']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.9']

Python 30GT Final Thoughts

"Great value!"

A little tricky with the hand pump. So after I received my replacement tool, i did a water change with it. I'm thinking of other ways this could be used! I would definitely recommend this product. It's well worth reaching out to Nicrew to exchange or find a resolution. So after I received my replacement tool, i did a water change with it. I can't believe a marvelous thing such as this could be so inexpensive!

Overall Score
4.6

[star rating="4.6"]
(145 Points)

10. AQUANEAT Aquarium Fish Tank Water Changer Hand Pump Syphon Easily Use Water Vacuum (Large)

User Ratings: 52 10

AQUANEAT GC-A542 First Impressions

"Doesn't work."

I lose about 5 gallons a week due to evaporation. The hardest thing to do is wrap up the cord to store it after use. I have been looking for this for years. I am very satisfied with how the aquarium cleaner operates and highly recommend it. What I love about this is the water return function. Gets under decorations between plants and in corners. Suction is amazing and I don't have any issues.

  • AQUANEAT Aquarium Fish Tank Water Changer Hand Pump Syphon Easily Use Water Vacuum (Large)
  • Editor's Impressions Of The AQUANEAT GC-A542
  • Cleaning Ability [star rating='4.6']
  • Cleaning Speed [star rating='2.9']
  • Quality [star rating='3.6']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.6']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.9']

AQUANEAT GC-A542 Final Thoughts

"Both worked great."

I would get suction for a few seconds and then it would trickle to nothing. It's well worth reaching out to Nicrew to exchange or find a resolution. It just takes a little bit of trial and error on your part. But this thing is amazing the suction is crazy! I have a 20 gallon long tank at floor level. Product seems to be well made and should work a long time with reasonable care. If you've never used a gravel vac, get this product and watch a YouTube video.

Overall Score
3.9

[star rating="3.9"]
(207 Points)

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