Editor's Choice - Our Favorite Fine Aquarium Gravel
1. Seachem Flourite Black Clay Gravel - Stable Porous Natural Planted Aquarium Substrate 15.4 lbs
User Ratings: 76 2
Seachem 3725 First Impressions
"I have no complaints."The color looks beautiful and natural in the tank. It does need a good washing, and I used a 5 gallon bucket method. The color of the gravel makes the blue in my Tetra's and Gourami's pop. Lovely colors and everything i was looking for! I have blue lights and white lights in my tanks. I have bought 2 bags of this gravel. They are rocks, what more do you need.
- Seachem Flourite Black Clay Gravel - Stable Porous Natural Planted Aquarium Substrate 15.4 lbs
- GRAVEL: Seachem Flourite Black is a specially fracted stable porous clay gravel for the natural planted aquarium. Its appearance is best suited to planted aquaria, but may be used in any freshwater aquarium environment.
- AQUARIUM BED: Gravel modifiers such as laterite are not necessary when using Seachem Flourite Black as this product is most effective when used alone as an integral substrate bed, but it may be mixed with other gravels.
- SET-UP: When adding water to the aquarium, fill slowly to avoid disturbing Flourite Black substrate bed. Place a bowl in the aquarium and add water directly to the bowl, allowing water to overflow softly on to the gravel bed. Initial cloudiness is normal, but to remove this simply use mechanical filtration
- COMPATIBLE: Flourite Black substrates will work fine with an under gravel filter and will not soften or decompose to an unsuitable state within your tank.Flourite substrates will work fine with an UGF
- SAFETY: Seachem Flourite Black is not chemically coated or treated, thus does not alter the pH of the water. Flourite Black is beneficial for the life of the aquarium and need not be replaced.
- Manufacture: Seachem Laboratories, Inc.
- Product Dimensions: 17 x 11.75 x 1.75 inches; 15.43 Pounds
- Editor's Impressions Of The Seachem 3725
- Quality [star rating='5']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.2']
- Affordability [star rating='4.3']
Seachem 3725 Final Thoughts
"Held its color when wet."I envisioned the bag being bigger since I ordered a 50lbs. If you have to bury tank decor that doesn't have suction cups then you need more. It will take you a while to properly clean. For smaller plants, these rocks are a little on the big side. But the gravel itself is nice quality and adds interest to tanks. Aside from the size, the appearance of this gravel is what stands out the most. For my purpose, they work perfectly, for an aquarium, they might need a quick rinse.
Overall Score
4.6
(1224 Points)
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Peoples Choice - Other Highly Rated Fine Aquarium Gravel
2. 1/4" Granite Mini Pea Gravel, 5lb Bag - Decorative Natural granitic Gneiss Gravel for Aquariums, Lan...
User Ratings: 71 3
Maynooth Natural Granite First Impressions
"I do not own fish."The little package of clarifier included is not nearly enough. I'll definitely use this gravel again the next time I start a new tank. I was scared to buy it after the reviews I read about it killing their fish. Obviously required a lot of rinsing. The little package of clarifier included is not nearly enough. So will just see if color stays-God willing! I didn't even need the water clarifier, and I found it in the bag.
- 1/4" Granite Mini Pea Gravel, 5lb Bag - Decorative Natural granitic Gneiss Gravel for Aquariums, Landscaping, Vase Fillers, Plants, Fairy Gardens, Bonsai.
- 100% granitic gneiss (no limestone!)
- Screened and spray-washed with water only (natural fine dust from parent stone is present in bag - rinse before use)
- 1/4 inch diameter rounded gravel
- Suitable for aquariums, planters, terrariums, and more
- Product of Canada
- Manufacture: Maynooth Natural Granite
- Item Weight: 4.99 pounds
- Editor's Impressions Of The Maynooth Natural Granite
- Quality [star rating='4.3']
- Value For Money [star rating='5']
- Affordability [star rating='3.6']
Maynooth Natural Granite Final Thoughts
"It is quite lovely."Snails and fish dont seem to mind the switch from sand. They served their purpose, but had to be the dirtiest rocks I have ordered. I just wanted to post a picture so you can see how much comes in a pack. For reference, my tank is a 20 gallon tall tank. The rock arrived quickly and several days before projected. Color is good contrast to the Beta. The 50 pound bag was jus barely enough for my 55 gallon tank!
Overall Score
4.5
(775 Points)
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3. Pettex Roman Gravel Aquarium Gravel (4.4lb) (Jet Black)
User Ratings: 79 1
Monster Pet Supplies 2018 First Impressions
"I love this substrate."I have a 90 gallon aquarium with a footprint of 18 by 48 inches. Just do a proper rinse, and you will be fine. One bag was open and had emptied into the box. I filled with filter water ad let sit for a day before relocate fish. It looks great and didn't change anything about the water. Really just rinsed a little and ready to go. It really makes the tank look sharp and I believe the goldfish likes it, too.
- Pettex Roman Gravel Aquarium Gravel (4.4lb) (Jet Black)
- Suitable for all types of aquariums including coldwater, tropical and marine
- Increased surface area allows for improved anaerobic activity
- Makes the perfect planting medium due to its finer size
- Suitable for bottom feeders and barbed fish
- Manufacture: Monster Pet Supplies
- Product Dimensions: 3.15 x 5.91 x 9.84 inches; 4.41 Pounds
- Editor's Impressions Of The Monster Pet Supplies 2018
- Quality [star rating='4']
- Value For Money [star rating='5']
- Affordability [star rating='4.8']
Monster Pet Supplies 2018 Final Thoughts
"Works great!"I would buy again if the price didn't double from last time. Will definitely purchase again when needed. I really love this natural gravel, really makes my 20g High look natural! The pebbles are a perfect size for 30+ gallon tanks. I'm accenting with multicolored glass rocks to accent. For my purpose, they work perfectly, for an aquarium, they might need a quick rinse. Like everyone else says wash it before putting it in your tank.
Overall Score
4.7
(277 Points)
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4. 3/8" Granite Pea Gravel, 5lb Bag - Decorative Natural granitic Gneiss Gravel for Aquariums, Landscap...
User Ratings: 69 4
Maynooth Natural Granite First Impressions
"Purchased this for my 1."Just be patient and realize that it's going to take a while to rinse it. I wished I would have bought a few more so It would be deeper in my tank. I've been using that for a few months now with my betta. Water became with film like on top and lots of little bubbles on every surface. Like everyone else says wash it before putting it in your tank. I used these to put on top of soil if my pot plants. Overall I am very pleased with my purchase and would suggest this product to others.
- 3/8" Granite Pea Gravel, 5lb Bag - Decorative Natural granitic Gneiss Gravel for Aquariums, Landscaping, Vase Fillers, Plants, Fairy Gardens, Bonsai.
- 100% granitic gneiss (no limestone!)
- Screened and spray-washed with water only (natural fine dust from parent stone is present in bag - rinse before use)
- 3/8 inch diameter rounded gravel
- Suitable for aquariums, planters, terrariums, and more
- Product of Canada
- Manufacture: Maynooth Natural Granite
- Item Weight: 4.79 pounds
- Editor's Impressions Of The Maynooth Natural Granite
- Quality [star rating='5']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.4']
- Affordability [star rating='5']
Maynooth Natural Granite Final Thoughts
"Beautiful gravel."It's a gemstone quality gravel, not the topfin crap from petsmart. Don't use any soaps or anything else. Very random shapes and colors that blend well. All n all, very happy with the purchase. 5 inches of gravel, so you could use more or less depending on tank size. Wouldn't have any other substrate for my axolotl. Worked great for my succulent gardens.
Overall Score
4.4
(136 Points)
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5. 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)
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6. Aqua Glow-in-the-Dark Fish Tank SMALL Rubble 8oz ~ Glow Pebbles ~ Aquarium Gravel
User Ratings: 66 8
Gert's Glow House First Impressions
"Great product."I rinsed it before I put it in the tank. Don't use any soaps or anything else. Had to move fish out after it nearly died. Wouldn't have any other substrate for my axolotl. Some of the bad feedback says it clouds the water. I actually used this on the top of my potted plants to keep gnats away. Wonderful mixture of color with the black stone.
- Aqua Glow-in-the-Dark Fish Tank SMALL Rubble 8oz ~ Glow Pebbles ~ Aquarium Gravel
- Each stone is unique in size - generally they will be .5"-1.5"
- These can glow for 8 hours or more when fully charged.
- These charge the fastest under black, UV or LED light, but will still charge under regular light bulbs
- Water, acid and alkali resistant - Salt Water tanks are fine
- Completely Safe & Non-Toxic
- Manufacture: Gerts Glow House
- Product Dimensions: 8 x 4 x 4 inches; 5.6 Ounces
- Editor's Impressions Of The Gert's Glow House
- Quality [star rating='3.4']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.2']
- Affordability [star rating='3.2']
Gert's Glow House Final Thoughts
"There is none."Arrived in 8 sealed plastic bags inside one Priority box. But the gravel itself is nice quality and adds interest to tanks. It worked really well and still allowed new stems to pop through. Wonderful mixture of color with the black stone. I used this for a path in a 22 gallon aquarium. I also found a DEAD spider in the gravel! For smaller plants, these rocks are a little on the big side.
Overall Score
4.2
(12 Points)
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7. Sky Blue Glow-in-the-Dark Fish Tank SMALL Rubble 8oz ~ Glow Pebbles ~ Aquarium Gravel
User Ratings: 24
Gert's Glow House First Impressions
"With normal tap water."I included a picture which doesn't do the product justice. I am disappointed that there seems to be nothing special about this gravel. Had to move fish out after it nearly died. It has lovely colors and I will be using ONLY this gravel in the future. This gravel works extremely well for planted tanks and for smaller fish species. Out of the bag there is an amazing amount of dust. These colors combine to give an overall color of light brown.
- Sky Blue Glow-in-the-Dark Fish Tank SMALL Rubble 8oz ~ Glow Pebbles ~ Aquarium Gravel
- Each stone is unique in size - generally they will be .5"-1.5"
- These can glow for 8 hours or more when fully charged.
- These charge the fastest under black, UV or LED light, but will still charge under regular light bulbs
- Water, acid and alkali resistant - Salt Water tanks are fine
- Completely Safe & Non-Toxic
- Manufacture: Gerts Glow House
- Product Dimensions: 8 x 4 x 4 inches; 8.11 Ounces
- Editor's Impressions Of The Gert's Glow House
- Quality [star rating='4.7']
- Value For Money [star rating='3.4']
- Affordability [star rating='4']
Gert's Glow House Final Thoughts
"A few minutes."I used this for a path in a 22 gallon aquarium. Plenty of rock for my 5 gal aquarium. This gravel works extremely well for planted tanks and for smaller fish species. Overall I am very pleased with my purchase and would suggest this product to others. Worked great for my succulent gardens. It's a gemstone quality gravel, not the topfin crap from petsmart. The little package of clarifier included is not nearly enough.
Overall Score
3.9
(3 Points)
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Here Are Some Other Related Aquarium Gravel
8. CFKJ 18 Pounds White Decorative Pebbles River Rock Aquarium Gravel,Garden Ornamental Pebbles, Natura...
User Ratings: 82 7
CFKJ First Impressions
"Good price too."Just make sure you rinse it out REALLY good, before adding to your aquarium. Worked great for my succulent gardens. I use a hybrid of the Walstad Method, and this stuff is perfect. For my purpose, they work perfectly, for an aquarium, they might need a quick rinse. I've been using that for a few months now with my betta. Love the vibrant neon colors mixed in with the black gravel. Had to move fish out after it nearly died.
- CFKJ 18 Pounds White Decorative Pebbles River Rock Aquarium Gravel,Garden Ornamental Pebbles, Natural Polished Decorative Gravel,White Decorative Stones,Pebbles,Decor Pebbles for Landscaping (White)
- Color: White; Weight: About 18.1 pounds; Size: About 0.5"- 1.28".
- Natural Stones: This river rocks are natural lightly polished for smooth effect.
- Great Indoors and Outdoors:Use for a unique decorative accent in vases, dishes, candle holders, planters, aquariums, terrariums and air plants inside; also ideal for ponds, water features, fountains, pots and pathways outside.
- Round and Smooth: These pebbles are easy on the feet as there are no sharp edges. Because of the shape, river rocks provide good drainage and is very attractive at the same time. River rocks are used in flower and garden beds and on walkways for erosion control.
- 18 Pounds White Decorative Pebbles River Rock Aquarium Gravel,Garden Ornamental Pebbles, Natural Polished Decorative Gravel,White Decorative Stones,Pebbles,Decor Pebbles for Landscaping.
- Manufacture: CFKJ
- Item Weight: 18.36 pounds
- Editor's Impressions Of The CFKJ
- Quality [star rating='5']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.1']
- Affordability [star rating='4.8']
CFKJ Final Thoughts
"Great quality."Purchased 9 bags of this for a new 180 gallon aquarium. It comes in a variety of colors, but I prefer the classic white. I've been using it now for a couple of months and nothing has happened to them. It smells like chlorine and epoxy glue. I just wanted to post a picture so you can see how much comes in a pack. I wished I would have bought a few more so It would be deeper in my tank. I rinsed it about 3-4 times and felt satisfied it was good.
Overall Score
4.6
(63 Points)
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9. Royal Sapphire Aquarium Gravel River Rock - Natural Polished Decorative Gravel, Small Decorative Peb...
User Ratings: 38 28
Royal Sapphire First Impressions
"Great quality."Love the vibrant neon colors mixed in with the black gravel. Like everyone else says wash it before putting it in your tank. I've ordered their midnight pearl color and it is beautiful too. This was the cheapest DIY project with a big wow factor. Arrived in 8 sealed plastic bags inside one Priority box. Secondly the gravels colour looks enhanced under a bright led light. Very random shapes and colors that blend well.
- Royal Sapphire Aquarium Gravel River Rock - Natural Polished Decorative Gravel, Small Decorative Pebbles, Mixed Color Stones,for Aquariums, Landscaping, Vase Fillers 4.5 Pounds
- Pebbles Decorative Stones Aquarium Gravel ：Natural Stones，aquarium gravel ，river rocks，fish tank gravel，succulent soil ，paperwhite bulbs, potting soil,succulent soil mix,cactus soil,potting soil for indoor plants,vase filler,terrarium supplies.(rocks are natural and as a result some may be broken or out of shape, oval or round, thick or thin)
- Natural Polished Gravel:This river rocks are natural lightly polished for smooth effect, comes in a variety of natural colors， Resists fading for long-lasting beauty. The color of this river rock is natural so it may include a variety of different shades of browns, whites and black rocks.you can add beauty to all your needs
- An alternative to mulch： Use indoors or outdoors，Pebble mulch in interior or exterior garden beds, helps soil retain moisture, provides good drainage, round and soft easy on the feet as there are no sharp edges. They are long lasting and will not deteriorate like mulch does.
- Add an extra beautiful: in flower arrangements, walkways, water features, exposed aggregate flooring or walls, around swimming pools it could also be used to as an accent to an aquariums, water gardens, ponds, and terrariums. Add an extra beauty in your garden or just outside your house. This is a perfect home decor and a creative interior and exterior design ,helps you keep clean and nice all of your decoration places.
- Manufacture: Royal Sapphire
- Item Weight: 2 pounds
- Editor's Impressions Of The Royal Sapphire
- Quality [star rating='3']
- Value For Money [star rating='3.2']
- Affordability [star rating='3.4']
Royal Sapphire Final Thoughts
"Just as described."So if you are looking for bigger size, this is not it. But the gravel itself is nice quality and adds interest to tanks. The rocks are REALLY dirty, and contain random debris. I've been using that for a few months now with my betta. Don't own a blacklight so can't tell if it glows or not. Really just rinsed a little and ready to go. I used these to put on top of soil if my pot plants.
Overall Score
3.1
(13 Points)
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10. Spectrastone Permaglo Rainbow Aquarium Gravel for Freshwater Aquariums, 5-Pound Bag
User Ratings: 79 5
Spectrastone 20509 First Impressions
"Small black gravel."We bought this for a glo fish tank. I didn't even need the water clarifier, and I found it in the bag. I've been using it now for a couple of months and nothing has happened to them. Removed pebbles and refilled for the 3rd time. Yeah this stuff has to come prerinsed. Not sure why there is so much bad feedback for this. Originally I bought the black with colored stones for my 5 gallon tank.
- Spectrastone Permaglo Rainbow Aquarium Gravel for Freshwater Aquariums, 5-Pound Bag
- Will not affect PH
- Safe for use in freshwater aquariums
- Non-Toxic coating
- Manufacture: Estes Gravel Products
- Product Dimensions: 10 x 7.25 x 1.5 inches; 5 Pounds
- Editor's Impressions Of The Spectrastone 20509
- Quality [star rating='5']
- Value For Money [star rating='5']
- Affordability [star rating='5']
Spectrastone 20509 Final Thoughts
"Love this blue gravel!"The color mixture with the darker colors in it does that very well. I didn't even need the water clarifier, and I found it in the bag. I also found a DEAD spider in the gravel! Water became with film like on top and lots of little bubbles on every surface. The gravel adds amazing color and the fish and snails seem to like it. We bought this for a glo fish tank. All n all, very happy with the purchase.
Overall Score
4.6
(98 Points)
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