Editor's Choice - Our Favorite CNZ Aquarium Gravel
1. CNZ Aquarium Gravel Black & Flourescent Mix for Plant Aquariums, Landscaping, Home Decor, 0.25"-0.35...
User Ratings: 75 4
CNZ First Impressions
"I love it."The glow is pretty minimal but it still looks nice. I filled with filter water ad let sit for a day before relocate fish. Really like the coloring of them as well. There's a nice mix of color and gives my little nano tanks a nice earthy feel. A little bigger than what I wanted but I still used it. I have a 90 gallon aquarium with a footprint of 18 by 48 inches. I'd recommend but just be wary of debris.
- CNZ Aquarium Gravel Black & Flourescent Mix for Plant Aquariums, Landscaping, Home Decor, 0.25"-0.35", 5-Pound
- High quality polymer coated gravel for use in fresh water aquariums.
- Ideal for home decor and a creative interior and exterior design. Use for flower arrangements, vase fillers, walkways, water features, exposed aggregate flooring or walls, swimming pool areas and many other areas. It could also be used as an accent to aquariums, water gardens, ponds, and terrariums.
- Please rinse them before you put them in your fish tank.Size: Average size 0.25" - 0.35" Total weight approximately 5 pounds
- For optimum results, use 2 lbs Of gravel per every one gallon of water
- Manufacture: CNZ
- Editor's Impressions Of The CNZ
- Quality [star rating='5']
- Value For Money [star rating='3.7']
- Affordability [star rating='4.3']
CNZ Final Thoughts
"Great product."I didn't even need the water clarifier, and I found it in the bag. Just make sure you rinse it out REALLY good, before adding to your aquarium. I half rinse it and put it in my tank. I used these to put on top of soil if my pot plants. Love the vibrant neon colors mixed in with the black gravel. Don't even waste your time adding it to your tank. Love the vibrant neon colors mixed in with the black gravel.
Overall Score
4.5
(351 Points)

Peoples Choice - Other Highly Rated CNZ Aquarium Gravel
2. CNZ Aquarium Natural River Gravel
User Ratings: 75 4
CNZ 4346797571 First Impressions
"I haven't used this yet."Don't own a blacklight so can't tell if it glows or not. This gravel works extremely well for planted tanks and for smaller fish species. Really just rinsed a little and ready to go. I didn't even need the water clarifier, and I found it in the bag. I have a 90 gallon aquarium with a footprint of 18 by 48 inches. Just do a proper rinse, and you will be fine. Don't use any soaps or anything else.
- CNZ Aquarium Natural River Gravel
- Aids in propagation of beneficial bacteria
- Adds depth and beauty to aquariums, water gardens, ponds and terrariums
- Made by nature river pebble stone, average size: 0.2-0.4 inch
- Safe for use in freshwater and marine environments
- For optimum results, use 2 lbs. of gravel per every one gallon of water
- Manufacture: CNZ
- Editor's Impressions Of The CNZ 4346797571
- Quality [star rating='3.9']
- Value For Money [star rating='3.7']
- Affordability [star rating='3.8']
CNZ 4346797571 Final Thoughts
"It's just what I wanted."This was the cheapest DIY project with a big wow factor. I did rinse it off before putting it in the aquarium. For smaller plants, these rocks are a little on the big side. This is the real deal mother earth approx. Snails and fish dont seem to mind the switch from sand. I've been using that for a few months now with my betta. Secondly the gravels colour looks enhanced under a bright led light.
Overall Score
4.6
(198 Points)

3. CNZ Decorative Ornamental River Black Pebble Stone for Fresh Water Fish Animal Plant Aquariums, Land...
User Ratings: 59 10
CNZ 5859731 First Impressions
"So little by little."I've been using it now for a couple of months and nothing has happened to them. Worked great for my succulent gardens. This was because of my own preconceived notions and not that of the sellers though. One bag was open and had emptied into the box. Although I had to rinse it about 5 times to fully get ALL of the dust out. I filled with filter water ad let sit for a day before relocate fish. Really like the coloring of them as well.
- CNZ Decorative Ornamental River Black Pebble Stone for Fresh Water Fish Animal Plant Aquariums, Landscaping, Home Decor (1.0"-1.5" 5 LBS)
- Manufacture: CNZ
- Item Weight: 5 pounds
- Editor's Impressions Of The CNZ 5859731
- Quality [star rating='4.2']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.9']
- Affordability [star rating='4.1']
CNZ 5859731 Final Thoughts
"Nice big bag of gravel."At this point I'm Trying to wash pebbles. It comes in a variety of colors, but I prefer the classic white. The color mixture with the darker colors in it does that very well. It will take you a while to properly clean. It does need a good washing, and I used a 5 gallon bucket method. Wonderful mixture of color with the black stone. It worked really well and still allowed new stems to pop through.
Overall Score
4.1
(82 Points)

4. CNZ Polished Snow White 5 Pounds for Plant Aquariums Landscaping Home Decor, 0.8-1.5 inch
User Ratings: 53 10
CNZ First Impressions
"Great aquarium gravel!"There's a nice mix of color and gives my little nano tanks a nice earthy feel. The gravel size is exactly as described in the product description- 2 to 4mm. Although I had to rinse it about 5 times to fully get ALL of the dust out. We bought this for a glo fish tank. Secondly the gravels colour looks enhanced under a bright led light. I use a hybrid of the Walstad Method, and this stuff is perfect. The little package of clarifier included is not nearly enough.
- CNZ Polished Snow White 5 Pounds for Plant Aquariums Landscaping Home Decor, 0.8-1.5 inch
- Those high quality natural stones by CNZ are non-toxic and eco-friendly river rocks.
- Ideal for home decor and a creative interior and exterior design. Use for flower arrangements, vase fillers, walkways, water features, exposed aggregate flooring or walls, swimming pool areas and many other areas. It could also be used as an accent to aquariums, water gardens, ponds, and terrariums.
- Please rinse them before you put them in your fish tank.Size: Average size 0.8" - 1.5" Total weight approximately 5 pounds
- For optimum results, use 2 lbs. of gravel per every one gallon of water
- Manufacture: CNZ
- Editor's Impressions Of The CNZ
- Quality [star rating='2.9']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.5']
- Affordability [star rating='4.5']
CNZ Final Thoughts
"These are perfect."Arrived in 8 sealed plastic bags inside one Priority box. For smaller plants, these rocks are a little on the big side. I also found a DEAD spider in the gravel! This is my favorite gravel I've bought from Amazon. This is my favorite gravel I've bought from Amazon. Had to move fish out after it nearly died. I use a hybrid of the Walstad Method, and this stuff is perfect.
Overall Score
3.9
(77 Points)

Here Are Some Other Related Aquarium Gravel
5. Sera Floredepot 2.4 kg, 5.3 lb. Aquarium Decor Gravel
User Ratings: 69
Sera 3375 First Impressions
"The color is beautiful."I half rinse it and put it in my tank. Arrived in 8 sealed plastic bags inside one Priority box. I'd recommend but just be wary of debris. Using these stones for growing bulbs for church project. Purchased 9 bags of this for a new 180 gallon aquarium. Just be patient and realize that it's going to take a while to rinse it. The gravel adds amazing color and the fish and snails seem to like it.
- Sera Floredepot 2.4 kg, 5.3 lb. Aquarium Decor Gravel
- Country Of Origin : Germany
- The Package Height Of The Product Is 3.74 Inches
- The Package Length Of The Product Is 8.46 Inches
- The Package Width Of The Product Is 8.46 Inches
- Manufacture: Sera North America, Inc.
- Product Dimensions: 8.46 x 8.46 x 3.74 inches; 5.3 Pounds
- Editor's Impressions Of The Sera 3375
- Quality [star rating='3.6']
- Value For Money [star rating='5']
- Affordability [star rating='4.9']
Sera 3375 Final Thoughts
"I split the 15."It will take you a while to properly clean. The color mixture with the darker colors in it does that very well. Water became with film like on top and lots of little bubbles on every surface. But the gravel itself is nice quality and adds interest to tanks. Colors are exactly as shown on the screen- at least on my monitor. I wash it in small batches in a five gallon bucket before putting it in the tank. I've been using that for a few months now with my betta.
Overall Score
4.5
(62 Points)

6. ISHOWStore Glowing Pebbles Stones, Garden Walkway Decoration Glow in The Dark for Aquarium Fish Tank...
User Ratings: 59 41
ISHOWStore First Impressions
"There is none."I filled with filter water ad let sit for a day before relocate fish. Out of the bag there is an amazing amount of dust. This was the cheapest DIY project with a big wow factor. I envisioned the bag being bigger since I ordered a 50lbs. For smaller plants, these rocks are a little on the big side. It really makes the tank look sharp and I believe the goldfish likes it, too. Really like the coloring of them as well.
- ISHOWStore Glowing Pebbles Stones, Garden Walkway Decoration Glow in The Dark for Aquarium Fish Tank Gravel Decorations, 100pcs/ 200pcs,Many Colours (100pcs, Blue)
- 1. Ishowstore Glowing Pebbles Stones - Absorb sunlight during the day and light up at night, and they will glows for up to 2-3 hours after normal daylight exposure.
- 2. Perfect for waterscapes, landscape decoration, potted plants, edge a flower bed, lighting a pathway or driveway, gardens, crafts, aquariums, etc.
- 3. Package can come in 100PCS or 200PCS, you can choose. And many beautiful colous for option,too.
- 4. Our pebbles look very pretty and attractive at night Fill the garden scattered with these stones to get the best look in your garden.
- 5. The stones life up to 15 years.Please note:THE PEBBLES STONES need direct sunlight to "charge."
- Manufacture: Ishowstore
- Editor's Impressions Of The ISHOWStore
- Quality [star rating='2.4']
- Value For Money [star rating='3.3']
- Affordability [star rating='4.3']
ISHOWStore Final Thoughts
"Happy gardening!"I'm accenting with multicolored glass rocks to accent. I have a 90 gallon aquarium with a footprint of 18 by 48 inches. We bought this for a glo fish tank. I planned on spending 24-48 hours removing all the dust in washes and soaks. This is not the colored synthetic aquarium medium. Aside from the size, the appearance of this gravel is what stands out the most. I've ordered their midnight pearl color and it is beautiful too.
Overall Score
3.4
(2 Points)

7. Imagitarium Snowy River Aquarium Gravel, 20 LBS
User Ratings: 64 9
Imagitarium First Impressions
"A few minutes."Very random shapes and colors that blend well. Unlike most, I didn't purchase this gravel for its ability to glow. This gravel works extremely well for planted tanks and for smaller fish species. The glow is pretty minimal but it still looks nice. Secondly the gravels colour looks enhanced under a bright led light. Love the vibrant neon colors mixed in with the black gravel. I think the pink makes my aquarium stand out and gives it a cute little look.
- Imagitarium Snowy River Aquarium Gravel, 20 LBS
- Snowy River Aquatic Substrate from Imagitarium
- Helps simulate a positive natural environment for fresh and saltwater fish
- Promotes the growth of healthy bacteria which breaks down waste
- Reduces the amount of unhealthy debris in the water
- Manufacture: Imagitarium
- Item Weight: 20 pounds
- Editor's Impressions Of The Imagitarium
- Quality [star rating='3.6']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.1']
- Affordability [star rating='5']
Imagitarium Final Thoughts
"Wet vs dry."At least any visible to the naked eye. But didnt return it as it still looked cool with few coloured pebbles scattered. There is some sand and dirt mixed in. I actually used this on the top of my potted plants to keep gnats away. 5 inches of gravel, so you could use more or less depending on tank size. I was scared to buy it after the reviews I read about it killing their fish. It was easy to clean and looks great in my bamboo glass vases!
Overall Score
4.3
(57 Points)

8. Seachem Fluorite
User Ratings: 68 6
Seachem 001205 First Impressions
"I would buy this again."So if you are looking for bigger size, this is not it. Although I had to rinse it about 5 times to fully get ALL of the dust out. Minimal clouding gone within 12 hours. Very random shapes and colors that blend well. One bag was open and had emptied into the box. This is the real deal mother earth approx. Bigger than normal aquarium gravel, nice colors, good quality, no smell.
- Seachem Fluorite
- Performance driven at affordable prices
- Made in the USA with quality materials
- Field tested to ensure nothing but the best for your pet
- Manufacture: Seachem Laboratories
- Product Dimensions: 11.75 x 1.75 x 8.5 inches; 1 Pounds
- Editor's Impressions Of The Seachem 001205
- Quality [star rating='5']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.6']
- Affordability [star rating='4.8']
Seachem 001205 Final Thoughts
"I love it."Wouldn't have any other substrate for my axolotl. 5 inches of gravel, so you could use more or less depending on tank size. I wished I would have bought a few more so It would be deeper in my tank. The smooth and small pebbles are great for people keeping corycats. The color looks beautiful and natural in the tank. I envisioned the bag being bigger since I ordered a 50lbs. The smooth and small pebbles are great for people keeping corycats.
Overall Score
4.4
(342 Points)

9. Frey Scientific - 190-0304 Sand Aquarium Gravel, 2 lbs Packet, Natural
Frey Scientific First Impressions
"Good price too."Aside from the size, the appearance of this gravel is what stands out the most. One bag was open and had emptied into the box. The rocks are REALLY dirty, and contain random debris. Yeah this stuff has to come prerinsed. Snails and fish dont seem to mind the switch from sand. So if you are looking for bigger size, this is not it. Wouldn't have any other substrate for my axolotl.
- Frey Scientific - 190-0304 Sand Aquarium Gravel, 2 lbs Packet, Natural
- Sand aquarium gravel
- 0.1-inches to 0.25-inches Medium sized gravel
- Available in natural color
- 2 pounds packet
- Manufacture: School Specialty
- Editor's Impressions Of The Frey Scientific
- Quality [star rating='3.5']
- Value For Money [star rating='2.4']
- Affordability [star rating='3.1']
Frey Scientific Final Thoughts
"The color is beautiful."I've been using it now for a couple of months and nothing has happened to them. It smells like chlorine and epoxy glue. This was the cheapest DIY project with a big wow factor. It looks great and didn't change anything about the water. All n all, very happy with the purchase. This gravel works extremely well for planted tanks and for smaller fish species. The little package of clarifier included is not nearly enough.
Overall Score
3.0
(1 Points)

10. Pettex Roman Gravel Aquarium Gravel (4.4lb) (Harlequin Blend)
User Ratings: 75 5
Pettex 2010 First Impressions
"Rocks are expensive."I really love this natural gravel, really makes my 20g High look natural! I bought two bags for my 55 gallon. All substraight needs to be thoroughly rinsed before use. I just wanted to post a picture so you can see how much comes in a pack. Just do a proper rinse, and you will be fine. It looks great and didn't change anything about the water. I wanted white rocks that were vibrant.
- Pettex Roman Gravel Aquarium Gravel (4.4lb) (Harlequin Blend)
- Material: Silicate aggregates.
- Visually appealing mean of enhancing the appearance of your fish tank.
- Suitable for all types of aquarium set-ups including coldwater, tropical and saltwater.
- Effective planting medium due to its finer size.
- Increased surface area allows for improved anaerobic activity.
- Manufacture: Pettex
- Product Dimensions: 3.15 x 5.91 x 9.84 inches; 4.41 Pounds
- Editor's Impressions Of The Pettex 2010
- Quality [star rating='4.2']
- Value For Money [star rating='5']
- Affordability [star rating='4.4']
Pettex 2010 Final Thoughts
"Would purchase again."Unlike most, I didn't purchase this gravel for its ability to glow. This is not the colored synthetic aquarium medium. For smaller plants, these rocks are a little on the big side. Colors are exactly as shown on the screen- at least on my monitor. The color mixture with the darker colors in it does that very well. The rocks look great and arrived very quickly. Like everyone else says wash it before putting it in your tank.
Overall Score
4.5
(75 Points)
