Editor's Choice - Our Favorite Yokgrass Aquarium Sand
1. Yokgrass 5 in 1 Fish Tank Cleaner, Aquarium Gravel Vacuum Gravel Cleaner Siphon Vac with Algae Scrap...
User Ratings: 57 14
Yokgrass First Impressions
"Hope this helps!"Clear water, no chemical issues and makes the tank look sparkling clean. I bought the Sunset Gold color and it is a beautiful sand. Within the bag, you will find two small packets. It helps eliminate deadly ammonia spikes. Used to have a dark substrate but decided to change to this. Darker sand still grows algae, but hides it. Mine play and frolic constantly, leaving happy little trails all over the tank.
- Yokgrass 5 in 1 Fish Tank Cleaner, Aquarium Gravel Vacuum Gravel Cleaner Siphon Vac with Algae Scraper, Water Flow Controller and Extendable Pipe for Quick Water Changing, Sand and Gravel Cleaning
- AIR-PRESSING AND WATER FLOW CONTROLLER: This Air-pressing Button has strong suction, can allow one-hand operation even as a child. The water flow clamp can help you optimize the water flow and fix the pipe. When you want to clean and drainage water, first connect the inlet and outlet pipe, then press the Air-pressing Button to create a siphon until water comes into the bucket automatically
- 5 IN 1 MULTIFUNCTIONAL: Water changing, sand washing, and excrement absorbing, raking sand, scraping algae. No immersing your hands in the aquarium water, No spilling water on the ground, minimum water disturbance. Plastic scraper assembly which may be attached to the cleaner for removing deposits to accumulate upon the interior surface of an aquarium, won't scratch your precious glass tanks
- EXTENSION WATER INLET & OUTLET TUBES: This Aquarium cleaner tool kit has 2 inlet tubes (2*15.75in), which can be extended and combined together. It must work with a various fish tank. The 81 feet flexible hose with clip can be attached on the bucket to prevent water from splashing.
- FISH PROTECTOR: The fish tank gravel cleaner includes a filter basket net which prevents aquarium gravel from jamming the check valve assembly and smaller fish from being sucked into the apparatus
- CUSTOMER SUPPORT: The siphon will work as long as the drainage bucket is lower than the tank, fitting different-sized fish tank. 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.
- Manufacture: Yokgrass
- Editor's Impressions Of The Yokgrass
- Quality [star rating='4.7']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.8']
- Affordability [star rating='4.4']
Yokgrass Final Thoughts
"Very good product."This filled a fair thin layer over half my elongated 35 gallon tank. This filled a fair thin layer over half my elongated 35 gallon tank. At that point rinse the sand a couple more times. The sand arrived dry, I'm still unclear if that's how it was supposed to arrive. Dont force yourself to look at a boring bare bottom tank! Clear water, no chemical issues and makes the tank look sparkling clean. Take my advice, which I got from someone else, and buy a mini gravel vacuum.
Overall Score
4.0
(529 Points)
Here Are Some Other Related Aquarium Sand
2. Seachem Fluorite Sand 3.5kg 7.7lb
User Ratings: 55 8
Seachem 001189 First Impressions
"No complaints at all."But like everything else, you have to make choices and compromises. Was frustrating but nobody's fault but mine. I went ahead and used it without rinsing it, which was a mistake. Then swirled and dumped what didn't sink immediately. I'm probably only going to use this brand from now on. Dumped sand in bucket and let water overflow get rid of the floating stuff. It's absolutely beautiful and I'm very pleased with it.
- Seachem Fluorite Sand 3.5kg 7.7lb
- Premium natural Sand for the Planted Aquarium
- Good for the life of the Aquarium
- Manufacture: Seachem Laboratories
- Product Dimensions: 1.98 x 1.98 x 1.98 inches; 1 Pounds
- Editor's Impressions Of The Seachem 001189
- Quality [star rating='3.8']
- Value For Money [star rating='5']
- Affordability [star rating='3.3']
Seachem 001189 Final Thoughts
"Very good product."It is beautiful and I'm thrilled with my purchase! Dont force yourself to look at a boring bare bottom tank! You probably need more if you are planning on planting live plants. You really can't go wrong buying this sand! The Estes sand came highly recommended. All three are inert; therefore, they do not affect ph. I did lots of research on the subject and decided to make the leap.
Overall Score
4.1
(13 Points)
3. Frey Scientific - 190-0304 Sand Aquarium Gravel, 2 lbs Packet, Natural
Frey Scientific First Impressions
"Just some dust."If you can keep your tank clean, this is perfect for you. I never did get around to switching to gravel. But I have to give it to this sand. I didn't have fish yet and decided just to chance it. The item is as pictured and described. I will need 3 more bags if I want a thicker 1 inch layer to fill my entire tank. It is beautiful and I'm thrilled with my purchase!
- 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='2.6']
- Value For Money [star rating='2.3']
- Affordability [star rating='2.1']
Frey Scientific Final Thoughts
"Will purchase again."It looks really pretty and natural. But like everything else, you have to make choices and compromises. I rinsed each bag separately and skimmed the small amount that floated to the top. But like everything else, you have to make choices and compromises. It can shorten the life of your filter's impeller. Poured water in, ran the filter for a day. Really nice appearance in the tank, looks very authentic.
Overall Score
3.0
(1 Points)
4. Kicode TOPmountain Square Aquarium Fish Tank Bottom Sand Gravel Filter Board Filtration Plate Aquari...
User Ratings: 49 51
Kicode First Impressions
"It is to be expected."A bit more floated to the top, skimmed it off. I'm setting up another tank and this will be the substrate. Kind of sharp sand, not the soft smooth kind. I received this aquarium sand yesterday. But that is also something to consider with all sands. 10 weeks in and I have four tanks going. Do that over and over till the water finally is clear in the bucket.
- Kicode TOPmountain Square Aquarium Fish Tank Bottom Sand Gravel Filter Board Filtration Plate Aquarium Accessory Black/White Portable
- High efficiency, eco-friendly and portable.
- Assembled structure, with unlimited expension, mesh design.
- Length: 14.3cm;Width: 14.3cm
- This undergravel filter hides from view for maximum aesthetics. Safe for use in both freshwater and saltwater tanks.
- Simply place filter plates at the bottom of the tank and cover with gravel.
- Manufacture: Kicode
- Editor's Impressions Of The Kicode
- Quality [star rating='3.3']
- Value For Money [star rating='2']
- Affordability [star rating='3.1']
Kicode Final Thoughts
"Good Luck!"Kind of sharp sand, not the soft smooth kind. I like the extra little packet of bio-magnet clarifier. The soft sand makes it easy to place plants without damaging them. I was nervous about converting my freshwater tank substrate from gravel to sand. I toss the cloudy water into the streets instead. The water was clear by the next day. I didn't have fish yet and decided just to chance it.
Overall Score
3.0
(2 Points)
5. WAYBER White Stones Decorative Pebble Rock Sand for Aquarium/Fish Turtle Tank/Vase Filler/Succulent ...
User Ratings: 63 2
WAYBER W-ST-WHITE-2LB First Impressions
"And it is perfect!"My beautiful sand turned a very dark brown. The bag is small, but the quality of sand is good. Some people might have time to, but I do not. Not too white, more a beige-grey color. 10 weeks in and I have four tanks going. It is slightly finer and it hides algae very well. I will need 3 more bags if I want a thicker 1 inch layer to fill my entire tank.
- WAYBER White Stones Decorative Pebble Rock Sand for Aquarium/Fish Turtle Tank/Vase Filler/Succulent Plants Decoration
- Net Weight: 2 pounds (920 grams). Fill 2 Cups or 0.5 L volume. NB the stones are 2 lbs heavy enough but SMALL BAG!
- Safe & Long Lasting: Non-toxic just like river gravels, color won't fade away through time.
- Widely Usage: Excellent for fish and succulent plant, build a natural and shining looking for home of you and your de-lovelys. Perfect for aquarium, terrarium, flowerpot, vase, wedding decoration, etc.
- Easy to Clean - Pebbles are polished and smooth. But due to transportation bump, it's normal to be some powder on surface. So before you first use, please wash 2-3 times until their surface clean.
- Warm Tips: To avoid children eating by mistake, keep it away from children under 3.
- Manufacture: WAYBER
- Editor's Impressions Of The WAYBER W-ST-WHITE-2LB
- Quality [star rating='4.2']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.1']
- Affordability [star rating='3.6']
WAYBER W-ST-WHITE-2LB Final Thoughts
"Very good product."If it clears up I'll try to remember to do an update review. The sand arrived dry, I'm still unclear if that's how it was supposed to arrive. Was frustrating but nobody's fault but mine. Used to have a dark substrate but decided to change to this. But like everything else, you have to make choices and compromises. One bag was enough to cover my standard 10 gallon tank. The point is, discus and rams do not appreciate getting buffeted.
Overall Score
4.3
(70 Points)
6. LONDAFISH Electric Fish Tank Vacuum Cleaner Syphon Operated Gravel Water Filter Cleaner Sand Washer
User Ratings: 37 25
LONDAFISH First Impressions
"Love the look!"The sand does look nice and comes to you clean, it'll only take a minute to wash. I'm probably only going to use this brand from now on. I decided that I'll keep the sand after all. Plant tanks require high light levels. Some will leave the tank when you get rid of unwanted plants too. Just don't dump the water in the drain as its bad if sand is stuck in the drains! The Estes sand came highly recommended.
- LONDAFISH Electric Fish Tank Vacuum Cleaner Syphon Operated Gravel Water Filter Cleaner Sand Washer
- fish tank siphon vacuum cleaner fish tank automatic cleaner
- EASY TO USE- Installed gravel cleaner,please keep the water level between the MAX and MIN,then strat switch.When the outlet can draw water,raise the gravel cleaner,let the head and outlet above the water.
- MULTIPURPOSE- The cleaner can install the battery and use by the adaptor directly.(the package contain the connector:3V 2A) Freely adjust the different lengths:62cm/73cm/100cm, suitable for both shallow and deep aquarium
- CLEANING FUNCTION- Can clean gravel, siphon the fish excreta and other dirt out effectively without requiring a water change.
- PLEASE NOTE- Ideal for complete aquarium cleaning or quick spot maintenance and actually continuous work within 20 minutes
- FEATURE AND ACCESSORIES- High safety performance,only need 2 size C type alkaline battery(not included).The blue hose length:70 cm;diameter:1 cm.Accessories :Siphon Water Siphon Asin: B077HS6YPS ;The Filter Bag Asin: B07B48GZ23
- Manufacture: LONDAFISH
- Editor's Impressions Of The LONDAFISH
- Quality [star rating='3']
- Value For Money [star rating='3.9']
- Affordability [star rating='3.7']
LONDAFISH Final Thoughts
"Overall I'm a fan."Dont force yourself to look at a boring bare bottom tank! I unloaded it into a bucket and continued to rinse several times. Not as thin as sand but works well for our musk turtle substrate. It can shorten the life of your filter's impeller. You'll be shocked at the fine particles that come out! A simple pass with a siphon hose removes most all of the waste. I went ahead and used it without rinsing it, which was a mistake.
Overall Score
3.3
(503 Points)
7. Estes Gravel Products AES06606 Este Marine Sand Black for Aquarium, 5-Pound
User Ratings: 76 2
Estes' 346001 First Impressions
"I couldn't be happier."The light color is really pretty and makes it easy to spot various critters. 10 weeks in and I have four tanks going. My goldfish seems much happier and will dig and siphon the sand. This is a nice color of sand and looks good under the light. Not too white, more a beige-grey color. Poured water in, ran the filter for a day. My beautiful sand turned a very dark brown.
- Estes Gravel Products AES06606 Este Marine Sand Black for Aquarium, 5-Pound
- Great for marine and freshwater tanks
- Safe and non-toxic
- Environmentally friendly
- Anchors down Plants
- Black Color sand
- Manufacture: TopDawg Pet Supply
- Product Dimensions: 1 x 1 x 1 inches; 1 Pounds
- Editor's Impressions Of The Estes' 346001
- Quality [star rating='3.5']
- Value For Money [star rating='5']
- Affordability [star rating='4.8']
Estes' 346001 Final Thoughts
"Somewhat tricky to clean."I unloaded it into a bucket and continued to rinse several times. The light color is really pretty and makes it easy to spot various critters. Like I said earlier, it's like beach sand. But if you want actual fine sand might not be what your looking for. 2 weeks later and my tank is still a little cloudy. My goldfish seems much happier and will dig and siphon the sand. When adding water, no dust, no mess.
Overall Score
4.5
(291 Points)
8. Worldwide Imports AWWA10801 Live Aragonite Sand, 20-Pound, Pink
User Ratings: 87
Worldwide Imports 029621 First Impressions
"No harm to the fish."But that is also something to consider with all sands. I rinsed each bag separately and skimmed the small amount that floated to the top. It's what I did with the sand I had left over that I'm using in my smaller tank. I'm setting up another tank and this will be the substrate. I found that red cherry shrimp adore diatoms. There is a black sand from the same manufacturer called Tahitian Moon. The point is, discus and rams do not appreciate getting buffeted.
- Worldwide Imports AWWA10801 Live Aragonite Sand, 20-Pound, Pink
- Worldwide live aragonite pink sand 20lb-2pieces
- Collected in its natural environment and packaged in its natural state
- Just place in tank add saltwater
- Manufacture: TopDawg Pet Supply
- Product Dimensions: 0.02 x 0.02 x 0.02 inches; 0.32 Ounces
- Editor's Impressions Of The Worldwide Imports 029621
- Quality [star rating='4.1']
- Value For Money [star rating='5']
- Affordability [star rating='5']
Worldwide Imports 029621 Final Thoughts
"Nice touch."Darker sand still grows algae, but hides it. This sand is beautiful and incredibly soft! The grain size will range from fine to medium. A bit more floated to the top, skimmed it off. But I have to give it to this sand. I purchased this to use on 2 20 gallon aquarium. I found that red cherry shrimp adore diatoms.
Overall Score
4.9
(7 Points)
9. Penn-Plax 64671 Finding Dory Hank on Sand, Mini
User Ratings: 65
Penn-Plax 64671 First Impressions
"Make sure you rinse it."This is the easiest sand and gravel I've ever cleaned. If you can keep your tank clean, this is perfect for you. I still love it and maybe will return to it someday after my aquarium is settled in. But that is also something to consider with all sands. Used to have a dark substrate but decided to change to this. I decided that I'll keep the sand after all. It looks really pretty and natural.
- Penn-Plax 64671 Finding Dory Hank on Sand, Mini
- This product is easy to use
- This product adds a great Value
- This product is Manufactured in China
- Manufacture: PS04O
- Item Weight: 0.352 ounces
- Product Dimensions: 2 x 2 x 1.5 inches
- Editor's Impressions Of The Penn-Plax 64671
- Quality [star rating='3.6']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.4']
- Affordability [star rating='4.5']
Penn-Plax 64671 Final Thoughts
"Great substrate."This is a nice color of sand and looks good under the light. The other contains a floculant, to help clear cloudy water. Highly recommend, found out about it on YouTube. When adding water, no dust, no mess. This is a nice color of sand and looks good under the light. Really nice appearance in the tank, looks very authentic. When adding water, no dust, no mess.
Overall Score
4.3
(22 Points)
10. Carib Sea SCS00723 2-Pack Reptiles Calcium Substrate Sand, 20-Pound, Smokey Sands
User Ratings: 55 27
Carib Sea 008479007230 First Impressions
"Love it, great product."The sand looks more natural and clean. Really nice appearance in the tank, looks very authentic. This was a very nice sand and I enjoyed it very much! Plants are easy to plant in it as well. I rinsed each bag separately and skimmed the small amount that floated to the top. We used regular tap water and water from our main tank. If you are slack on maintenance, pick a darker sand.
- Carib Sea SCS00723 2-Pack Reptiles Calcium Substrate Sand, 20-Pound, Smokey Sands
- Ideal for true chameleons or any tortoise, snake, lizard, arachnid or insect that comes from an arid or semi arid environment
- Made of aragonite, the most soluble form of calcium carbonate
- Features 100 percent edible and easily digestible and naturally spherical grains that will not scratch valuable animals inside or out
- Contains strontium and magnesium while being free of silica and phosphates
- Available in Smokey sands color; weighs 20-pounds; includes 2-piece per pack
- Manufacture: TopDawg Pet Supply
- Product Dimensions: 1 x 1 x 1 inches; 20 Pounds
- Editor's Impressions Of The Carib Sea 008479007230
- Quality [star rating='2.8']
- Value For Money [star rating='3.9']
- Affordability [star rating='3.1']
Carib Sea 008479007230 Final Thoughts
"My fish was undisturbed."My beautiful sand turned a very dark brown. Just cleaned the 5 lbs in a 5 gal bucket in the bath tub. This is a nice color of sand and looks good under the light. Really nice appearance in the tank, looks very authentic. I bought it primarily because I purchased five assassin snails and the love sand. If you can keep your tank clean, this is perfect for you. This sand is nice and heavy, and has a nice shine to it.
Overall Score
3.7
(4 Points)