Editor's Choice - Our Favorite Galashield Aquarium Gravel

1. Galashield River Rocks Polished Pebbles Decorative Stones Natural Aquarium Gravel (2 lb Bag)

User Ratings: 65 9

Galashield KT9295 First Impressions

"It is quite lovely."

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. The pebbles are a perfect size for 30+ gallon tanks. I was scared to buy it after the reviews I read about it killing their fish. Just do a proper rinse, and you will be fine. These colors combine to give an overall color of light brown. Don't own a blacklight so can't tell if it glows or not.

  • Galashield River Rocks Polished Pebbles Decorative Stones Natural Aquarium Gravel (2 lb Bag)
  • Contains a variety of shapes and colors, such as different shades of browns, whites and black
  • These natural river stones are polished and have a smooth finish with no rough edges
  • Great for gardens, lawn decor, walkways, fountains, vase fillers, fish tanks, potted plants, craft projects, and more
  • 2 lb bag - contains approximately 200 stones
  • Stones sizes are approximately 1-2 cm (0.3-0.6 inches)
  • 1-2 cm (0.3-0.6 inches)
  • 2-4 cm (0.8-1.6 inches)
  • 4-6 cm (1.6-2.4 inches)
  • Manufacture: Galashield
  • Item Weight: 2 pounds
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Galashield KT9295
  • Quality [star rating='4.1']
  • Value For Money [star rating='5']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.7']

Galashield KT9295 Final Thoughts

"Held its color when wet."

I bought a few bags of this and it's nice. They served their purpose, but had to be the dirtiest rocks I have ordered. This was the cheapest DIY project with a big wow factor. Don't even waste your time adding it to your tank. Just do a proper rinse, and you will be fine. But the gravel itself is nice quality and adds interest to tanks. Out of the bag there is an amazing amount of dust.

Overall Score
4.2

[star rating="4.2"]
(476 Points)

2. Miukada 4 Pounds River Rocks, Pebbles, Decorative Polished Gravel, Natural Polished Mixed Color Ston...

User Ratings: 80

Miukada First Impressions

"Great looking substrate."

Everyone ask where did i get that color. Worked great for my succulent gardens. It really makes the tank look sharp and I believe the goldfish likes it, too. This gravel works extremely well for planted tanks and for smaller fish species. This is my favorite gravel I've bought from Amazon. I bought a few bags of this and it's nice. I used this for a small aquarium with 2 goldfish and it worked great!

  • Miukada 4 Pounds River Rocks, Pebbles, Decorative Polished Gravel, Natural Polished Mixed Color Stones
  • Miukada pebbles set are naturally polished for smooth effect, and come in a variety of natural colors and patterns. There are popular natural color and shades on them such as brown, white, black, red, grey.
  • Please kindly understand that rocks are natural so some of them may be broken or out of shape, oval or round, thick or thin. However, we add a little more rocks in each package to ensure our customer can get enough high quality rocks.
  • These river rocks can add an extra beauty in your garden or just outside your house and be a perfect home décor, a creative interior or exterior design.
  • These polished pebbles can be use in flower arrangements, walkways, water features, exposed aggregate flooring or walls, edge of swimming pools.
  • Manufacture: Miukada
  • Item Weight: 4.28 pounds
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Miukada
  • Quality [star rating='4.3']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.5']
  • Affordability [star rating='5']

Miukada Final Thoughts

"It is quite lovely."

It comes in a variety of colors, but I prefer the classic white. They are rocks, what more do you need. Stir periodically and then your good to go! I didn't even need the water clarifier, and I found it in the bag. It comes in a variety of colors, but I prefer the classic white. It worked really well and still allowed new stems to pop through. I've been using it now for a couple of months and nothing has happened to them.

Overall Score
4.6

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

3. JZMYXA Aquarium Decorative Sands White Gravel Pebbles Fit for Aquariums Succulent Plants Terrarium L...

User Ratings: 54 6

JZMYXA First Impressions

"Bright color."

I wished I would have bought a few more so It would be deeper in my tank. Unlike most, I didn't purchase this gravel for its ability to glow. Don't use any soaps or anything else. I've been using it now for a couple of months and nothing has happened to them. The rocks look great and arrived very quickly. Wonderful mixture of color with the black stone. So if you are looking for bigger size, this is not it.

  • JZMYXA Aquarium Decorative Sands White Gravel Pebbles Fit for Aquariums Succulent Plants Terrarium Landscape, 2 Pounds
  • Made of 100% Natural Gravel Pebbles.
  • Net weight 2 pounds. Size 0.24 inch-0.4 inch.
  • Fit for Aquariums Terrarium Garden Flowerpot Glassware Vases Decoration.
  • Non-toxic just like river gravels.
  • Please wash them 5-6 times before use.
  • Manufacture: JZMYXA
  • Product Dimensions: 6.3 x 4.53 x 2.17 inches; 2.15 Pounds
  • Editor's Impressions Of The JZMYXA
  • Quality [star rating='4.3']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.3']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.7']

JZMYXA Final Thoughts

"Ideal for my tank."

For my purpose, they work perfectly, for an aquarium, they might need a quick rinse. Works great in my daughter aquarium. It has lovely colors and I will be using ONLY this gravel in the future. Very random shapes and colors that blend well. Out of the bag there is an amazing amount of dust. Lovely colors and everything i was looking for! It does need a good washing, and I used a 5 gallon bucket method.

Overall Score
4.1

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

4. Spectrastone Blue Jean Aquarium Gravel for Freshwater Aquariums, 5-Pound Bag

User Ratings: 68

Spectrastone 915105 First Impressions

"Would purchase again."

Some of the bad feedback says it clouds the water. But the gravel itself is nice quality and adds interest to tanks. I have a 90 gallon aquarium with a footprint of 18 by 48 inches. There is some sand and dirt mixed in. At least any visible to the naked eye. I envisioned the bag being bigger since I ordered a 50lbs. A little bigger than what I wanted but I still used it.

  • Spectrastone Blue Jean Aquarium Gravel for Freshwater Aquariums, 5-Pound Bag
  • Will not affect PH
  • Safe for use in freshwater aquariums
  • Non-Toxic coating
  • Manufacture: Wilmar Gravel
  • Product Dimensions: 10 x 7.25 x 1.5 inches; 5 Pounds
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Spectrastone 915105
  • Quality [star rating='4.8']
  • Value For Money [star rating='5']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.6']

Spectrastone 915105 Final Thoughts

"Excellent purchase."

I filled with filter water ad let sit for a day before relocate fish. I do not own glofish nor a glofish tank. I would buy again if the price didn't double from last time. We bought this for a glo fish tank. I've ordered their midnight pearl color and it is beautiful too. The texture is smooth so cories and burrowing fish will not hurt themselves. Wouldn't have any other substrate for my axolotl.

Overall Score
4.6

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

5. Imagitarium Purple Aquarium Gravel, 1 lb.

User Ratings: 47 33

Imagitarium First Impressions

"No more gnats."

I envisioned the bag being bigger since I ordered a 50lbs. It will take you a while to properly clean. I used these to put on top of soil if my pot plants. I wanted white rocks that were vibrant. 5 inches of gravel, so you could use more or less depending on tank size. I have blue lights and white lights in my tanks. It really makes the tank look sharp and I believe the goldfish likes it, too.

  • Imagitarium Purple Aquarium Gravel, 1 lb.
  • Made of non-toxic fish safe materials and colors
  • Safe for use in freshwater and marine environments
  • For optimum results, use 2 lbs. of gravel per every one gallon of water
  • Manufacture: Imagitarium
  • Item Weight: 1 pounds
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Imagitarium
  • Quality [star rating='3']
  • Value For Money [star rating='2.1']
  • Affordability [star rating='4']

Imagitarium Final Thoughts

"Be prepared!"

One bag was open and had emptied into the box. Like everyone else says wash it before putting it in your tank. It's a gemstone quality gravel, not the topfin crap from petsmart. Really like the coloring of them as well. Works great in my daughter aquarium. All substraight needs to be thoroughly rinsed before use. Like everyone else says wash it before putting it in your tank.

Overall Score
3.1

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

6. Spectrastone Swift Creek for Freshwater Aquariums, 5-Pound Bag

User Ratings: 69 5

Spectrastone 11507 First Impressions

"Fantastic gravel!"

It has lovely colors and I will be using ONLY this gravel in the future. The rocks are REALLY dirty, and contain random debris. All n all, very happy with the purchase. Really like the coloring of them as well. All n all, very happy with the purchase. Out of the bag there is an amazing amount of dust. Unlike most, I didn't purchase this gravel for its ability to glow.

  • Spectrastone Swift Creek 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 11507
  • Quality [star rating='5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.3']
  • Affordability [star rating='4']

Spectrastone 11507 Final Thoughts

"Fantastic gravel!"

Lovely colors and everything i was looking for! Don't use any soaps or anything else. Fast delivery and item true to description. But didnt return it as it still looked cool with few coloured pebbles scattered. 5 inches of gravel, so you could use more or less depending on tank size. I also found a DEAD spider in the gravel! For my purpose, they work perfectly, for an aquarium, they might need a quick rinse.

Overall Score
4.4

[star rating="4.4"]
(38 Points)

7. [18 Pounds] Black Pebbles Aquarium Gravel River Rock, Natural Polished Decorative Gravel,Garden Outd...

User Ratings: 74 6

BLQH First Impressions

"These are perfect."

I also found a DEAD spider in the gravel! Wonderful mixture of color with the black stone. The rocks look great and arrived very quickly. Like everyone else says wash it before putting it in your tank. I rinsed it about 3-4 times and felt satisfied it was good. Just make sure you rinse it out REALLY good, before adding to your aquarium. It gives a very natural riverbed look to the aquarium.

  • [18 Pounds] Black Pebbles Aquarium Gravel River Rock, Natural Polished Decorative Gravel,Garden Outdoor Ornamental River Pebbles Rocks,Black Stones,Polished Gravel for Landscaping Vase Fillers (Black)
  • Weight: About 18.1 pounds. SIZE: About 0.59"-1.09".
  • Natural Polished Gravel:This river rocks are natural lightly polished for smooth effect, Resists fading for long-lasting beauty. The color of this river rock is natural so it may include a variety of different shades of blacks,(rocks are natural and as a result some may be broken or out of shape, thick or thin, oval or round)
  • Aquarium Gravel Pebbles Decorative Stones :Natural Stones,river rocks,fish tank gravel,aquarium gravel,succulent soil, potting soil,succulent soil mix,cactus soil,potting soil for indoor plants,vase filler,terrarium, bamboo plants and bonsai trees.Home Decoration.
  • An alternative to mulch: Use indoors or outdoors,Pebble mulch in interior or exterior garden beds, round and soft easy on the feet as there are no sharp edges.
  • Add an extra beautiful: in flower arrangements, water features, walkways, walls or exposed aggregate flooring, 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: BLQH
  • Item Weight: 18.41 pounds
  • Editor's Impressions Of The BLQH
  • Quality [star rating='4.8']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.5']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.8']

BLQH Final Thoughts

"I love this stuff."

I included a picture which doesn't do the product justice. Out of the bag there is an amazing amount of dust. Works great in my daughter aquarium. I rinsed it about 3-4 times and felt satisfied it was good. Overall I am happy with the gravel. For reference, my tank is a 20 gallon tall tank. I was scared to buy it after the reviews I read about it killing their fish.

Overall Score
4.5

[star rating="4.5"]
(25 Points)

8. Mr. Fireglass White Polished Pebbles Decorative Natural Stones Aquarium Gravel River Rocks for Lands...

Mr. Fireglass First Impressions

"Very easy to clean."

Out of the bag there is an amazing amount of dust. It worked really well and still allowed new stems to pop through. The rock arrived quickly and several days before projected. I really love this natural gravel, really makes my 20g High look natural! Works great in my daughter aquarium. Had to move fish out after it nearly died. But didnt return it as it still looked cool with few coloured pebbles scattered.

  • Mr. Fireglass White Polished Pebbles Decorative Natural Stones Aquarium Gravel River Rocks for Landscaping, Vase Filler, Fish Tank, 3/8 inch, 10 Pounds
  • 【Natural Polished Gravel with A Smooth Effect】 - These natural river stones are natural lightly polished and have a smooth finish with no rough edges, comes in natural milky white colors, long-lasting beauty.
  • 【Eco-Friendly & Safe to Use】 - Non-fading, non-degrade and non-toxic, round and soft with no sharp edges, it's also safe for kids that for some reason love to take and throw it.
  • 【Perfect Decoration】 - Add an extra beauty as decoration for any leisure spaces like gardens, lawn, walkways, fountains, terrariums, vase fillers, potted plants, craft projects. High gloss and brightness characteristics make it especially suitable for water features, shines in swimming pools, aquariums, water gardens, ponds etc.
  • 【An Upgrade To Mulch】 - Use indoors or outdoors, pebble mulch in interior or exterior garden bedsIt, does a wonderful job of covering the entire exposed aggregate flooring effectively hiding the unseemly pipes and tubes.
  • 【Easy To Clean】 - Rinse with water and we recommend rinsing 3-4 times before first use. Weight: 10 pounds, Stone size: 3/8 inch.
  • Manufacture: Mr. Fireglass
  • Item Weight: 10.08 pounds
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Mr. Fireglass
  • Quality [star rating='4.5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.6']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.3']

Mr. Fireglass Final Thoughts

"These rocks are perfect!"

I rinsed it about 3-4 times and felt satisfied it was good. Everyone ask where did i get that color. I used this for a path in a 22 gallon aquarium. Needs more plants but it makes the colors of the fish and other decor really pop. The gravel size is exactly as described in the product description- 2 to 4mm. It's my new, absolute favorite substrate. This was because of my own preconceived notions and not that of the sellers though.

Overall Score
5.0

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

9. Imagitarium Aztec Bronze Aquarium Gravel, 20 LBS

User Ratings: 68

Imagitarium First Impressions

"Nicely polished."

I've been using it now for a couple of months and nothing has happened to them. I did rinse it off before putting it in the aquarium. I really love this natural gravel, really makes my 20g High look natural! I use a hybrid of the Walstad Method, and this stuff is perfect. I use a hybrid of the Walstad Method, and this stuff is perfect. I opened the bag, dumped it in a bowl and filled it with water. I wanted white rocks that were vibrant.

  • Imagitarium Aztec Bronze Aquarium Gravel, 20 LBS
  • Aztec Bronze 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='4.1']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.3']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.8']

Imagitarium Final Thoughts

"Excellent purchase."

Wouldn't have any other substrate for my axolotl. I didn't even need the water clarifier, and I found it in the bag. Like everyone else says wash it before putting it in your tank. This was the cheapest DIY project with a big wow factor. It looks great and didn't change anything about the water. The color of the gravel makes the blue in my Tetra's and Gourami's pop. It has lovely colors and I will be using ONLY this gravel in the future.

Overall Score
4.5

[star rating="4.5"]
(35 Points)

10. Aqua Culture Caribbean Aquarium Gravel, 25 lb

AQUA CULTURE First Impressions

"So little by little."

The 50 pound bag was jus barely enough for my 55 gallon tank! There is some sand and dirt mixed in. At least any visible to the naked eye. They served their purpose, but had to be the dirtiest rocks I have ordered. The rocks are REALLY dirty, and contain random debris. This is my favorite gravel I've bought from Amazon. They're like large pebbles that are the size of your pinky-nail.

  • Aqua Culture Caribbean Aquarium Gravel, 25 lb
  • Manufacture: Aqua Culture
  • Editor's Impressions Of The AQUA CULTURE
  • Quality [star rating='4.5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='5']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.8']

AQUA CULTURE Final Thoughts

"Looks great!"

I envisioned the bag being bigger since I ordered a 50lbs. So will just see if color stays-God willing! Colors are exactly as shown on the screen- at least on my monitor. It worked really well and still allowed new stems to pop through. It will take you a while to properly clean. These colors combine to give an overall color of light brown. All substraight needs to be thoroughly rinsed before use.

Overall Score
5.0

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

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