Editor's Choice - Our Favorite Metal Aquarium Stands

1. Aquatic Fundamentals Metal Aquarium Stand

User Ratings: 74 2

Aquatic Fundamentals 102551-AMA First Impressions

"This is a HEAVY piece."

It was kinda a pain to put together but other then that it is awesome! A lot of storage and our aquatic turtles love all that space from 20 to a 40 gallon. Seems very sturdy and looks nice with my 50 gallon aquarium. Very sturdy- much better quality than I was expecting for the price. Holds my 10 gal fish tank with no worries. The shelving Is a plus, but I feel it is overpriced. Build time for 1 person is about 75 mins.

  • Aquatic Fundamentals Metal Aquarium Stand
  • Stand Holding Capacity: 55 Gallons
  • Stand Dimensions: 48. 3"L x 27. 8"H x 12. 5" W
  • Powder Coated Modern Black Finish, Steel Construction, Moisture-Resistant.
  • Easy Assembly Required - Easy to follow instructions.
  • Tank not included.
  • Stand Dimensions 48."L x 12.5" W x 27.8" H
  • Colors Available: Black, Gray
  • Power Coated Metal Frame
  • Manufacture: Aquatic Fundamentals
  • Product Dimensions: 48.25 x 12.75 x 27.75 inches; 28 Pounds
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Aquatic Fundamentals 102551-AMA
  • Quality [star rating='4.1']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.4']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.9']

Aquatic Fundamentals 102551-AMA Final Thoughts

"Easy to set up."

All of the stands I came across were either too flimsy or too expensive. So for the price I would buy again. The assembly took me about an hour with some distractions. Its all open so you can fit everything from a 5lb c02 tank to a wound up garden hose. The final part of the assembly was the door. This fit my fluval chi tank perfectly. Only negative is it scratches easily.

Overall Score
4.5

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

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2. Imagitarium Brooklyn Metal Tank Stand - for 10 Gallon Aquariums, 20.5 in

User Ratings: 66 8

Imagitarium First Impressions

"This is great."

The coating on the outside is great. The old version required nails and glue and had a cardboard backing. My only wish would be that the center door could be a little wider. Considering the price I'll probably go with Aquatic Fundamentals again in the future. It is easy to set up if you take your time to lay it all out first. It fits my 20 gallon tank perfectly. As I proceeded to assemble the stand, I was pleasantly surprised!

  • Imagitarium Brooklyn Metal Tank Stand - for 10 Gallon Aquariums, 20.5 in
  • Made with durable solid steel and sturdy construction
  • Fish tank stand features adjustable feet for leveling before you add your tank
  • Sleek and modern design with black finish
  • Looks great with any aquarium or terrarium
  • Available in a variety of sizes to suit your needs and the size of your tank
  • Manufacture: Imagitarium
  • Item Weight: 15.52 pounds
  • Product Dimensions: 20.5 x 10.5 x 29.5 inches
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Imagitarium
  • Quality [star rating='4.8']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.7']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.4']

Imagitarium Final Thoughts

"Nice stand."

There was a knock at the door and a package arrived. Best part, didn't have to buy a tank and a table separate. The quality and rigidity of the stand seem to be above par. Easy assemble, good match for SeaClear 50 Gallon. This went together easily and has held up nicely. The quality and rigidity of the stand seem to be above par. Once that was done, the rest of the assembly was easy.

Overall Score
4.3

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

3. Aquatic Fundamentals 16551, 55 Gallon Upright Aquarium Stand, Black

User Ratings: 70 6

Aquatic Fundamentals 16551 First Impressions

"Easy to assemble."

The design fits right in with the house and it looks amazing. Build time for 1 person is about 75 mins. It is easy to set up if you take your time to lay it all out first. Easy to put together, maybe 30 minutes. I also have the version that fits my 75 gallon tank. Once that was done, the rest of the assembly was easy. You do have complete access on the sides as the panel is only on the front.

  • Aquatic Fundamentals 16551, 55 Gallon Upright Aquarium Stand, Black
  • Showcase your rectangular Aquarium using this durable stand
  • State-of-the-art fish Tank stand has a powder-coated finish for added moisture resistance
  • Sturdy Aquarium furniture features metal-to-metal locking cam assembly
  • Double front doors gives plenty of storage for pumps, hoses, and additional accessories
  • Solid top to fully support various types of aquariums
  • Contemporary and versatile style
  • Tank not included, stand only
  • Manufacture: Aquatic Fundamentals
  • Item Weight: 74.6 pounds
  • Product Dimensions: 49.37 x 13.12 x 28.25 inches
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Aquatic Fundamentals 16551
  • Quality [star rating='4.6']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.9']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.5']

Aquatic Fundamentals 16551 Final Thoughts

"Great stand!"

I am knocking a star for the construction of the frame being not quite square. Just make sure to measure your tank before ordering. All pieces to my unit were there and after reading reviews I was concerned. Seems very sturdy and looks nice with my 50 gallon aquarium. The only thing I would be cautious of ordering this is the dimensions of the stand. This fit my 29 gallon tank perfectly. The bottom shelf has no pegs and can accommodate another small tank or supplies.

Overall Score
4.4

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

4. Seachem Zeolite Marine & Freshwater Binding Agent - Ammonia and Heavy Metals 2 L

User Ratings: 68

Seachem 1275 First Impressions

"Really nice stand."

I can't say enough good things about this product. I did add wood glue when assembling it. Holds my 10 gal fish tank with no worries. Just make sure to measure your tank before ordering. Check out my how to video on my YouTube channel electric blue aquariums. There is even enough room inside the cabinet for a 5. Looks like it should last for a long time.

  • Seachem Zeolite Marine & Freshwater Binding Agent - Ammonia and Heavy Metals 2 L
  • BINDER: Seachem Zeolite is a naturally occurring, highly-porous mineral that binds ammonia and heavy metals through an ion exchange mechanism.
  • REMOVER: Seachem Zeolite works in marine and freshwater to remove harmful metal ions such as lead, copper, nickel, and zinc without depleting calcium in saltwater nor increase general hardness in freshwater where the ionic strength is low.
  • DIRECTIONS: Use 250 mL (1 cup) of Seachem Zeolite for every 200 L (50 US gallons). For smaller aquariums, the equivalent dose is 5 mL (1 level teaspoon) per 4 L (1 US gallon). This amount of Seachem Zeolite will remove up to 0.5 mg/L ammonia. Ammonia levels should then drop to zero within 24-48 hours. At this point, the zeolite can be removed or replaced with Active Carbon.
  • FOR BEST RESULTS: Seachem Zeolite should be rinsed before use and placed so as to maximize the flow of water through it, but not so that it tumbles against itself in flow. Zeolite may be used in a canister filter, media chamber, box filter, or any high flow area of a trickle filter. Use of a filter bag is also recommended.
  • SAFETY: Be sure to wash thoroughly after handling Seachem Zeolite and store this product in its original container in a cool, dry area away from food or incompatible materials.
  • Manufacture: Seachem Laboratories
  • Product Dimensions: 4.94 x 4.94 x 7.62 inches; 4.25 Pounds
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Seachem 1275
  • Quality [star rating='4.4']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.5']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.2']

Seachem 1275 Final Thoughts

"Make sure to use glue!"

It is a good match for the associated tank. Extremely high quality for such a small price. All pieces to my unit were there and after reading reviews I was concerned. If you want a shelf, you'll have to install them yourself from your own wood. The finish absolutely will bubble if you get it wet. Once that was done, the rest of the assembly was easy. I was expecting something flimsy and cheap at this price but NOT AT ALL.

Overall Score
4.5

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

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5. Seachem Zeolite Marine & Freshwater Binding Agent - Ammonia and Heavy Metals 250 mL

Seachem 1272 First Impressions

"Very sturdy."

Extremely high quality for such a small price. They then tell you to mount the door and THEN install the top hinge. Pieces inside were free floating, and there were scratches. But it was still in good shape, just a few mild scratches. Fits my 32 gallon bio cube perfectly. Shipping was fine, but be aware that it is a somewhat heavy package before unpacked. Once properly assembled, the 32 gallon Bio-cube tank sits rock solid on the stand.

  • Seachem Zeolite Marine & Freshwater Binding Agent - Ammonia and Heavy Metals 250 mL
  • BINDER: Seachem Zeolite is a naturally occurring, highly-porous mineral that binds ammonia and heavy metals through an ion exchange mechanism.
  • REMOVER: Seachem Zeolite works in marine and freshwater to remove harmful metal ions such as lead, copper, nickel, and zinc without depleting calcium in saltwater nor increase general hardness in freshwater where the ionic strength is low.
  • DIRECTIONS: Use 250 mL (1 cup) of Seachem Zeolite for every 200 L (50 US gallons). For smaller aquariums, the equivalent dose is 5 mL (1 level teaspoon) per 4 L (1 US gallon). This amount of Seachem Zeolite will remove up to 0.5 mg/L ammonia. Ammonia levels should then drop to zero within 24-48 hours. At this point, the zeolite can be removed or replaced with Active Carbon.
  • FOR BEST RESULTS: Seachem Zeolite should be rinsed before use and placed so as to maximize the flow of water through it, but not so that it tumbles against itself in flow. Zeolite may be used in a canister filter, media chamber, box filter, or any high flow area of a trickle filter. Use of a filter bag is also recommended.
  • SAFETY: Be sure to wash thoroughly after handling Seachem Zeolite and store this product in its original container in a cool, dry area away from food or incompatible materials.
  • Manufacture: Seachem Laboratories
  • Product Dimensions: 2.44 x 2.44 x 4.81 inches; 9.59 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Seachem 1272
  • Quality [star rating='5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='5']
  • Affordability [star rating='5']

Seachem 1272 Final Thoughts

"I'd but it again."

This leaves just enough room for a little extra storage. It has a lot of space in the cabinet and the doors stay shut very well. Considering the price I'll probably go with Aquatic Fundamentals again in the future. I even had a couple of extra screws. At first I didn't want to order a stand online. Directions were easy to follow, no missing pieces. I am knocking a star for the construction of the frame being not quite square.

Overall Score
5.0

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

6. MacRoog Glass Feeding Food Cups Fish Dish Tray Aquariums Fish Tank Accessory

User Ratings: 46 33

MacRoog First Impressions

"I like the stand."

The black matches the black plastic trim on our 10 gal tank almost perfectly. They came apart and extremely cumbersome. But it was still in good shape, just a few mild scratches. This stand is perfect for my bio cube aquarium. Beware if you find the top on line. The back has large openings for filter tubes and power cords. The legs clip into the top frame, and the bottom shelf forces the legs apart.

  • MacRoog Glass Feeding Food Cups Fish Dish Tray Aquariums Fish Tank Accessory
  • 【GLASS FISH FEEDER】Glass fish feeder applicable to all types of freshwater and saltwater aquarium, small tropical fish feed.
  • 【 FISH TANK FEEDER】Through the use of trousers feeder, the survival time of live insects after entering the cylinder is prolonged.
  • 【THE FUN OF FEEDING】Make fish in the process of competing for food to produce a sense of hunger, and the urgency of competing with similar, so that their body colors better display, enhance the fun of feeding.
  • 【 SUCKER FEEDER】The sucker feeder can also be used as a trap for trapping planarians in aquatic and shrimp tanks to reduce the damage of planarians and leeches to larvae and shrimps.
  • 【AQUARIUM ORNAMENTATION 】Increase the ornamentation of the waterscape.
  • Manufacture: MacRoog
  • Editor's Impressions Of The MacRoog
  • Quality [star rating='3.7']
  • Value For Money [star rating='2.6']
  • Affordability [star rating='2.9']

MacRoog Final Thoughts

"Easy assembly."

Easy to out together and does its job- holding my Fluval Flex. Its more streamline with my furniture and I like it alot! This fit my fluval chi tank perfectly. They company was very helpful with replacement. I wanted to get a fish stand for my 20 gallon high aquarium. If you want a shelf, you'll have to install them yourself from your own wood. Easy to out together and does its job- holding my Fluval Flex.

Overall Score
3.5

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

7. Aquael Hexa Set 60 Cabinet

Aquael AE2192NET First Impressions

"I own two of these."

That took a lot of hand and my own weight and strength to get the screw in nicely. They came apart and extremely cumbersome. I like the dual aquarium aspect of it so that I can have a 10 gallon aquarium below. The finish absolutely will bubble if you get it wet. However, one gets use to working within the space provided. Otherwise it a very sturdy and easy to assemble stand. I don't know if the wood is water sealed.

  • Aquael Hexa Set 60 Cabinet
  • Black cabinet for the Aqauel Hexa Set aquarium
  • A wide range of products for everyone - from beginners to professionals
  • For over 30 years now, AQUAEL has been manufacturing everything required for setting up and maintaining a freshwater aquarium or a garden pond
  • Manufacture: Aquael
  • Product Dimensions: 0.39 x 0.39 x 0.39 inches; 3.53 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Aquael AE2192NET
  • Quality [star rating='5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='5']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.3']

Aquael AE2192NET Final Thoughts

"Very good looking."

Easy to put together, great price, and looks great with my set up. Very sturdy- much better quality than I was expecting for the price. Easy to out together and does its job- holding my Fluval Flex. I took a pic of my 3 year old in front of it so u can see how tall this is. This fit my fluval chi tank perfectly. I never had a proper aquarium stand before. This stand was very easy to setup and is very sturdy.

Overall Score
5.0

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

8. Innovative Marine 30L Fusion High Gloss Stand

Innovative Marine First Impressions

"This stand looks nice."

I put felt pads on the legs to make sure they don't scratch our hardwood floors. If you have an aquarium of a different design, it may not fit. I was wary of particle board stands but this is a great value and is very sturdy. It fits my 20 gallon tank perfectly. The only thing I would be cautious of ordering this is the dimensions of the stand. This is perfect for my 10 gallon tank on top and will add my 5. I wanted to get a fish stand for my 20 gallon high aquarium.

  • Innovative Marine 30L Fusion High Gloss Stand
  • 36” High (36” x 15” x 36”)
  • HDF (High Density Fiberboard)
  • Magnetic Cabinet Latches
  • Storage Shelves
  • Pre-Cut Cable Ports
  • Manufacture: Innovative Marine
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Innovative Marine
  • Quality [star rating='5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='5']
  • Affordability [star rating='5']

Innovative Marine Final Thoughts

"Once assembled is great."

All in all, I'm very happy with the end product! All pieces to my unit were there and after reading reviews I was concerned. I was expecting something flimsy and cheap at this price but NOT AT ALL. Easy assemble, good match for SeaClear 50 Gallon. Once assembled, the stand was very sturdy. Once that was done, the rest of the assembly was easy. The final part of the assembly was the door.

Overall Score
5.0

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

9. Aquatic Fundamentals 16551, 55 Gallon Upright Aquarium Stand, Black

User Ratings: 70 6

Aquatic Fundamentals 16551 First Impressions

"Easy to assemble."

The design fits right in with the house and it looks amazing. Build time for 1 person is about 75 mins. It is easy to set up if you take your time to lay it all out first. Easy to put together, maybe 30 minutes. I also have the version that fits my 75 gallon tank. Once that was done, the rest of the assembly was easy. You do have complete access on the sides as the panel is only on the front.

  • Aquatic Fundamentals 16551, 55 Gallon Upright Aquarium Stand, Black
  • Showcase your rectangular Aquarium using this durable stand
  • State-of-the-art fish Tank stand has a powder-coated finish for added moisture resistance
  • Sturdy Aquarium furniture features metal-to-metal locking cam assembly
  • Double front doors gives plenty of storage for pumps, hoses, and additional accessories
  • Solid top to fully support various types of aquariums
  • Contemporary and versatile style
  • Tank not included, stand only
  • Manufacture: Aquatic Fundamentals
  • Item Weight: 74.6 pounds
  • Product Dimensions: 49.37 x 13.12 x 28.25 inches
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Aquatic Fundamentals 16551
  • Quality [star rating='4.6']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.9']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.5']

Aquatic Fundamentals 16551 Final Thoughts

"Great stand!"

I am knocking a star for the construction of the frame being not quite square. Just make sure to measure your tank before ordering. All pieces to my unit were there and after reading reviews I was concerned. Seems very sturdy and looks nice with my 50 gallon aquarium. The only thing I would be cautious of ordering this is the dimensions of the stand. This fit my 29 gallon tank perfectly. The bottom shelf has no pegs and can accommodate another small tank or supplies.

Overall Score
4.4

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

10. Aquatic Fundamentals Aquarium Stand with Storage

User Ratings: 65 12

Aquatic Fundamentals 36751-68-AMA First Impressions

"Stand is great."

Very sturdy- much better quality than I was expecting for the price. Just like any other furniture assembly. It sounds a bit odd, but it's actually very sturdy once assembled. I also have the version that fits my 75 gallon tank. The partially open back gives fabulous access to the electricals. The back has large openings for filter tubes and power cords. The assembly took me about an hour with some distractions.

  • Aquatic Fundamentals Aquarium Stand with Storage
  • Stand holding capacity: 75/90 gallons.
  • Product dimensions: 49. 37"L x 19. 37"W x 28. 25"H.
  • 2 front doors make for easy access and ample storage for pumps, filters and food.
  • The back of the stand is open except for a single support brace; this lets you conveniently route cords or tubes from the aquarium inside the stand without cutting away panels.
  • Made in the USA.
  • Tank is not included.
  • Showcase your aquarium atop the durable Aquatic Fundamentals Upright Aquarium Stand.
  • These quality tank stands are ideal for supporting rectangular tanks whether it holds 29 Gallons or 90 gallons.
  • Manufacture: Aquatic Fundamentals
  • Product Dimensions: 49.37 x 19.37 x 28.25 inches; 87 Pounds
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Aquatic Fundamentals 36751-68-AMA
  • Quality [star rating='3.7']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.1']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.3']

Aquatic Fundamentals 36751-68-AMA Final Thoughts

"Very sturdy."

I have a 55 gallon Marineland aquarium. Not necessary to lay wood over the metal rim. The 29 gallon stand was easy to assemble but it should be done with two people. Stand was a perfect fit for my Aqueon 10 Gallon Tank on the top. I have a 55 gallon Marineland aquarium. Build time for 1 person is about 75 mins. That took a lot of hand and my own weight and strength to get the screw in nicely.

Overall Score
4.1

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

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