Editor's Choice - Our Favorite hygger Aquarium Starter Kits

1. Hygger Horizon 8 Gallon LED Glass Aquarium Kit for Starters with 7W Power Filter Pump, 18W Colored l...

User Ratings: 56 10

hygger First Impressions

"Very well made."

I bought this to basically replace a 5 gallon tank and make a new planted version. My beta seems to be adjusting well. It's perfect for guppies, shrimp, bettas, neon tetras or any other small fish. Hope this list helps those who are new to keeping fish-- they are a great first pet! The background is comes with is just super convenient! Of course the tank is an odd shape in itself lol. This is especially important if you opt to keep tropical fish rather than a betta.

  • Hygger Horizon 8 Gallon LED Glass Aquarium Kit for Starters with 7W Power Filter Pump, 18W Colored led Light, Wide View Curved Shape Fish Tank with Undetachable 3D Rockery Background Decor
  • 【Hygger Aquarium Kit Includes】one 7W 110GPH internal power filter pump, one colored led aquarium light, one 8 gallon glass tank with a decorative 3D rockery mountain background. The 3D background makes the whole aquarium looks cool like a dream word underwater, is a great rest, play spot, shelters for little fish. Also you can plant some green grass on the rockery mountain.
  • 【Mutil-modes LED Light】The aquarium led light is DC12V/18W, with extendable brackets, length can be adjusted from 0 to 19 inch. It has a external digital controller, you can use it to set the lighting time to 3, 6 or 12 hours, to adjust the light brightness from 100% to 10%, 5 levels of brightness in total, to shift the light modes: White LEDS, Blue+white+red LEDS, Red+ blue LEDS.
  • 【Durable Power Filter】The aquarium power filter is 7W 110GPH, for 2-8 gallon tank use. It's a super quiet and durable filter, and can be use for low water, the upper part is the 2 stage filtration system, the bottom part is water pumping systerm to pump the water upward. Please NOTE this filter may be too strong for small fish that is not long than 2 inch, may suck small fish, if you keep small in the tank, please don't run the filter or don't run it all the time
  • 【New View Curved Tank】Tank size: 19" L x 11.8" W x 9.6" H. This glass fish tank has a unique convex arc curve shape, can widen your view on the aquarium, and can hold more capacity of water. The total tank volume is 8 gallon, it can hold 6 gallon of water, because the tank has a undetachable 3D background decor. When it holds full water, the whole tank weighs about 68 pounds.
  • 【Multi-protection Packing】We used 3 layers of packing to pack the aquarium kit and with light lifting label, the innermost layers is a super sturdy poly foam with excellent cushion. We have done the shipping test by sending 3 of the packs to 3 different distance places and find the glass tanks are still in good condition when received. So don't worry the tank will be broken during the shipping, if you find tank broken when open the package, please take a photo and send it to the seller.
  • Unique convex arc curve shape, widen your view on the aquarium and can hold more capacity of water.
  • No need stand, there is a cushion pad stuck on the bottom, or you can buy an extra rubber pad for it.
  • Without aquarium cover, easy to install an automatic fish feeder on the tank wall.
  • Manufacture: hygger
  • Item Weight: 20.4 pounds
  • Product Dimensions: 19 x 11.8 x 9.6 inches
  • Editor's Impressions Of The hygger
  • Quality [star rating='4.5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.5']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.3']

hygger Final Thoughts

"I like it."

I've included a video of it running so you can judge for yourself. My beta seems to be adjusting well. I don't remove my lid that much so, not a big deal to me. The light is fairly bright but insufficient for growing any decent live plants. There's also enough room back there to hide a heater. Absolutely perfect for a planted beta set up. It just sits under the tank with no way of holding the tank in place on top of it.

Overall Score
4.1

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

Peoples Choice - Other Highly Rated hygger Aquarium Starter Kits

2. hygger Long Stainless Steel Premium Aquarium Tools, 4 PCS Aquatic Plant Tweezers Scissors Spatula Ki...

User Ratings: 78 2

hygger First Impressions

"Filter is quiet."

I always had bubbles on the front of my tank no matter how I faced the tubes. It also comes with a built in 3D back round. I've had it for a few days now and had zero problems hooking everything up. Again, heater and light if you are doing real plants. It's probably fine, but I don't like it at all. My beta seems to be adjusting well. Problem is, the glass sits flush with that top edge.

  • hygger Long Stainless Steel Premium Aquarium Tools, 4 PCS Aquatic Plant Tweezers Scissors Spatula Kits Comes with 1 Cleaning Cloth, for Fish Tank Starters
  • 【4 in 1 Aquarium Tools】the tool set includes one 10.6" curved scissors, one 12.5" sand spatula, one 10.6" straight tweezers, one 10.6" curved tweezers, one 7.5"x 7.5"cleaning cloth. It also comes with a durable velvety bag to help you to store these tools well after use. The tool kits would be a nice gift for aquarium beginners or experienced ones.
  • 【Premium Stainless Steel Made】the 4 pcs of tools are made of quality stainless steel, it's sturdy, good grip and no rusting. The aquatic plant tools are black color, looks cool and premium, a kind of black paint was sprayed on the whole tool to prevent the metal tools get rusting. Keep the tools dry and clean after using is also very important to prevent rusts.
  • 【Perfect for Aquarium Starters】must have for aquascaping, it would be great tool kit to make working in your tank much easier. We suggest for small and mini fish tank use. All the tools are sturdy,easy to use. In order to make the tools look and perform like brand new, please hang them to dry after using them, then store them back to the velvety pouch.
  • 【Wide Application tool Set】helpful tools for aquarium plants tidying , tiny gardening, bonsai pruning. The curved pruning scissors with thick blades, sharp enough for easy trimming. The 2 anti slip desgin tweezers is good for adjusting, picking out something, planting or feedings. The sand spatula is good for smoothing out substrate and scrapping the algae.
  • 【Tools Comes with Protective Ends】When you take the tools out of the pouch, you will find protective ends on the pointed end of the tools, please don't throw them away, you can use them again after you finishing all the work. It's for protecting your hands from stabbing or scratching when you take them out next time.
  • Manufacture: hygger
  • Item Weight: 9.3 ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The hygger
  • Quality [star rating='4.5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.8']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.9']

hygger Final Thoughts

"I shut mine off."

That piece is very poorly designed. You are getting a premium quality tank for a reasonable price. Will be buying a second of these tanks for my step daughter's Betta. I put shrimp and guppies in it and they love it. The tubes get so dirty so fast and it messes up the flow for the filter. And now, the pros and cons in my opinion. It also comes with a built in 3D back round.

Overall Score
4.7

[star rating="4.7"]
(101 Points)

3. Fluval Spec V Aquarium Kit, 5-Gallon

User Ratings: 70 7

Fluval 10518 First Impressions

"The LEDs are beautiful."

After reading only four reviews I was hesitant. The lights alone are beautiful to brighten up a space. Plan to buy another filter as this filter will be too noisy for you to tolerate! This unit was an upgrade for my daughters Beta tank. The shrimp sit on the wall and can hide in the back also. I would recommend those back flow connectors for the air pump. And it's a little awkward to put things in like a heater and stuff.

  • Fluval Spec V Aquarium Kit, 5-Gallon
  • 5-gallon etched glass aquarium with aluminum trim
  • High-output 7000K LED with all-aluminum, waterproof casing for enhanced plant growth and fish colors
  • Powerful 3-stage filtration for superior water quality and stylish honeycomb wrap to conceal rear filtration compartment
  • Includes glass aquarium with cover; LED lighting system; safe, low-voltage transformer; circulation pump with output nozzle; foam filter block with handle; activated carbon insert; and BioMax insert
  • Dimensions: 20.5 x 11.6 x 7.5 inches
  • Manufacture: Rolf C. Hagen (USA) Corp.
  • Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 21.4 x 12.5 inches; 13.9 Pounds
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Fluval 10518
  • Quality [star rating='5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.1']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.4']

Fluval 10518 Final Thoughts

"- A Color Fusion light."

Will not grow anything aside from Anubias and moss balls. All of this is explained in the instructions. It is really just a trickle at the lowest setting. I think it's a great looking tank and I would definitely recommend it to others. You are getting a premium quality tank for a reasonable price. Best of luck if you purchase it this kit! Not crazy about the lid or the stand.

Overall Score
4.4

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

4. Coralife Fish Tank LED BioCube Aquarium Starter Kits

User Ratings: 73 6

Coralife First Impressions

"Very happy."

Again, heater and light if you are doing real plants. The adjustable pump can be turned down really low so the flow does not bother a Beta. The filter is actually a pretty nice design. Hope this list helps those who are new to keeping fish-- they are a great first pet! It literally made me provide others with a true review. This is especially important if you opt to keep tropical fish rather than a betta. It only goes halfway down which may bother some people but to me it's great!

  • Coralife Fish Tank LED BioCube Aquarium Starter Kits
  • Manufacture: Coralife
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Coralife
  • Quality [star rating='3.8']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.9']
  • Affordability [star rating='5']

Coralife Final Thoughts

"It was easy to set up."

You are getting a premium quality tank for a reasonable price. He does swim under the shelf of the background but never hides there. BUT it still looks pretty cool for a background lol. Keep in mind that the tank, light and heater will require a total of three outlets. The background adds a lot of depth that feels missing in a standard aquarium. Shipped fast, everything was there in perfect condition. It also comes with a built in 3D back round.

Overall Score
4.5

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

5. Koller Products 1.5-Gallon Aquarium 360 with LED Lighting & Power Filter

User Ratings: 37 30

Koller Products AP360-15FFP First Impressions

"After adding water, etc."

Fortunately, the way the arm is designed you can zip tie something like the 7. It is perfect for small places like a kitchen counter, night stand, or even a desk. I wish I new about that before I got it. My beta seems to be adjusting well. This is going to be a sweet little setup! I didn't know that the background only goes halfway down the back of the tank. Enough colors and gradients to please any demanding scaled pet.

  • Koller Products 1.5-Gallon Aquarium 360 with LED Lighting & Power Filter
  • Are you looking to buy an aquarium for your family? If you are, you are going to want to look at this fish tank. Owning an aquarium can be a really fun and rewarding experience and an ideal way to teach your child the responsibility of pet ownership.
  • Energy-efficient LED lighting with 7 dazzling color selections to brightly illuminate your fish, choose daylight white, blue, green, amber, aqua, purple, or red.
  • Powerful internal power filter cleans and purifies aquarium water at a flow rate of 25 gallons per hour, effectively removing organic pollutants including discolorations, odors, heavy metals, and toxic gases, uses Koller Products XS replacement cartridges.
  • Crystal-clear clarity so good that most think it's made of glass instead of impact-resistant plastic; providing leak-proof assurance, unlike glass tanks glued together with silicone, this one-piece tank puts to rest any worries or concerns about possible leaks.
  • Easy to set up and maintain, this trendy fish tank will look good wherever you place it. Takes 3 AAA batteries (not included); optional Koller Products 5V Power Adapter (AQ51000) enables light to be plugged into household electrical outlet, (available online).
  • Dimensions: 8.10 Dia x 9.50 H Inches
  • Dual-sided poly-fiber floss removes fish waste and other debris.
  • Ready-to-use cartridge contains premium activated carbon that keeps water clean and fish healthy.
  • Manufacture: Koller Products
  • Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 8.1 x 9.75 inches; 2.15 Pounds
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Koller Products AP360-15FFP
  • Quality [star rating='3.8']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.5']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.8']

Koller Products AP360-15FFP Final Thoughts

"Perfect product."

This tank will be much easier to live with than the smaller 1-3 gallon options. The cherry shrimp had fries twice and now my Celestial Pearl Danios are laying eggs. Again, heater and light if you are doing real plants. I'm a first-time fish parent, and this is my first filtered aquarium. It's perfect for guppies, shrimp, bettas, neon tetras or any other small fish. It is definitely something that you can noticeably hear, but it is not an annoyance. I put mine in the corner of my breakfast bar.

Overall Score
3.2

[star rating="3.2"]
(25 Points)

6. Lukovee Aquarium Tools Kit, 4 in 1 Long Stainless Steel Tweezers Scissor Spatula Multi Functional Aq...

User Ratings: 75 2

Lukovee First Impressions

"Very well made."

And it's a little awkward to put things in like a heater and stuff. And the lights that it comes with are my absolute favorite. Instructions were easy to use and the filter system is relatively quiet. The filter has great flow and comes with an extended spray bar. I've included a video of it running so you can judge for yourself. I just set this up today and I absolutely love it so far. The background is comes with is just super convenient!

  • Lukovee Aquarium Tools Kit, 4 in 1 Long Stainless Steel Tweezers Scissor Spatula Multi Functional Aquarium Tank Tool Set for Fish and Aquatic Plants Trim Aquascaping Cleaning & Fish Starter Kit
  • Multi-functional Plant Tools --- This 5 in 1 aquarium tools set contains fish net, straight tweezer, curved tweezer, curved scissor, spatula which can be used for clipping and removing withered and decaying leaves from aquarium plants,perfect for aquatic pruning, rearranging, maintaining, cleaning, trimming, grooming and planting.
  • Stainless Steel Material --- Lukovee Aquatic Plant Kit is made of sturdy, superior quality stainless steel will never suffer rust if rinse and dry after each use also will last for a long time. No pollution to water, maintain healthy life water for fishes.
  • Unique Design --- Designed according to the human engineering principle, provides an easy and convenient operation. Specially designed delicate clip end, will not hurt your fish tank and without unnecessarily dropping the water level or getting soaked.
  • Easy to use --- Curved design makes it easier to trim plants near the edges and corners of your tank, effectively reducing the plants damages because of the false pruning. Easy aquarium maintenance without wetting your hands.
  • Widely Use --- Great for all types of aquarium plants, substrate, gravel, and other decorations. Suitable for fresh and marine aquarium, work perfectly for cutting and planting in aquarium.
  • Lukovee focuses on pet supplies for more than 5 years.
  • A wide range of products, including pet seatbelts, straps, backpacks and other products.
  • We are committed to high quality products and first-class service.
  • Manufacture: Lukovee
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Lukovee
  • Quality [star rating='4.6']
  • Value For Money [star rating='5']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.7']

Lukovee Final Thoughts

"It's also really flimsy."

Incredibly happy with this purchase. I'm a first-time fish parent, and this is my first filtered aquarium. I have this unit deployed for a couple of months now. James spends his days swimming all around his tank and working on his bubble nest. The cherry shrimp had fries twice and now my Celestial Pearl Danios are laying eggs. All contents included were as promised and they work fantastically. The aquarium kit is with the exception of the filter is excellent!

Overall Score
4.6

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

7. FEITA Aquarium Tweezer Set Long Stainless Steel Curved & Straight Aquarium Feeding Tweezers Scissors...

User Ratings: 78 2

FEITA FT-ATW3PCS First Impressions

"2 bag minimum."

Nothing came broke and everything is working. So I would say my tank is now fairly established. Once finished with both tanks will post pics of grass wall. So don't be mislead by the image on the box with five guppies. The tubes get so dirty so fast and it messes up the flow for the filter. The price is definitely a big plus. The filter is the well known Tetra Whisper 60 that really is whisper quiet.

  • FEITA Aquarium Tweezer Set Long Stainless Steel Curved & Straight Aquarium Feeding Tweezers Scissors Maintenance Tools Kit (3 Pcs)
  • ✔ Aquarium tweezers kit includes Curved Tweezer, Straight Tweezer, and Curved Scissor. Scissors Length: 25cm / 9.85inch; Tweezers Length: 27cm / 10.5inch. Gets in hard-to-reach places and mows down aquarium foreground plants. With aesthetic design and streamlined.
  • ✔ Forged Stainless steel material with excellent flexibility and will never get rusted. Suitable for planting small or thin water plant. Aquarium long tweezers is especially for pruning small water plants. It won't hurt the plant's cross-section, effectively reducing the plants that damages because of the false pruning.
  • ✔ Aquarium tweezers set designed according to the human engineering principle, provides an easy and convenient operation. It also serves as the best utensil for those expertise water plants cultivators in the caring of young aquarium plants.Suitable for planting small or thin water plants.
  • ✔ Serves as the best utensil for those expertise water plants cultivators in the caring of young aquarium plants. Best tools to trim and neatly groom aquarium plants. Great for all types of aquarium plants,substrate,gravel,and other decorations.
  • ✔ 100% money back guarantee, if you are not satisfied, we will give you a full refund or a replacement. Feita tweezers set have perfect stocking stuffer.
  • Manufacture: FEITA INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
  • Editor's Impressions Of The FEITA FT-ATW3PCS
  • Quality [star rating='5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.4']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.7']

FEITA FT-ATW3PCS Final Thoughts

"It was all fluval brand."

The adjustable pump can be turned down really low so the flow does not bother a Beta. The price is definitely a big plus. I also bought a heater with a built in thermostat. I put shrimp and guppies in it and they love it. The background is comes with is just super convenient! Came pretty quickly and was not damaged. It's perfect for guppies, shrimp, bettas, neon tetras or any other small fish.

Overall Score
4.7

[star rating="4.7"]
(270 Points)

8. Segarty Aquarium Tools Kit, 5 in 1 Stainless Steel Long Fish Tank Scraper Aquarium Aquascaping Trimm...

User Ratings: 80 1

Segarty 510164_SA First Impressions

"The LEDs are beautiful."

It is definitely something that you can noticeably hear, but it is not an annoyance. We have had it for over a month now. And it's a little awkward to put things in like a heater and stuff. It is very easy to set up and also comes with easy to understand instructions. No more then five or six tiny ones is my guess. It has been working just fine and maintaining temp. I'm not sure that it could be much quieter.

  • Segarty Aquarium Tools Kit, 5 in 1 Stainless Steel Long Fish Tank Scraper Aquarium Aquascaping Trimming Kits, Aquatic Planting Tweezers Scissors Spatula Landscaping Cleaning Tool Set Fish Starter Kit
  • PREMIUM QUALITY - Forged stainless steel material with excellent flexibility and will never suffer rust , specially designed delicate clip end, no harm to your small or thin water plants;
  • MULTIFUNCTION - Great for All Types of Aquarium Plants, Substrate, Gravel, and Other Decorations, remove the dirty things from the bottom of your aquarium effectively;
  • NECCESSITY - Segarty serves as the best utensil for those expertise water plants cultivators in the caring of young aquarium plants,They are sturdy, tight, precise, and align perfectly with each other. For tanks with tiny openings, this tool set is a necessity;
  • CONVENIENT FOR YOU - It works wonders for aquatic pruning, rearranging, maintaining, cleaning, trimming, grooming, planting, or feeding in an aquarium with accuracy and without unnecessarily dropping the water level or getting soaked.
  • SATISFACTION GUARANTEE: We offer you 100% risk-free satisfaction guarantee to let you buy with confidence; no questions asked. However, we are quite sure that you will be super-impressed with the unique multi-functional design and will love yourselves for the decision of buying it!
  • 1pc Straight Scissors - Ideal for precision straight cuts.
  • 1pc Curved Scissors - Gets in hard-to-reach places and mows down foreground plants.
  • about 9.8'' long
  • Manufacture: Segarty
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Segarty 510164_SA
  • Quality [star rating='4.2']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.9']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.7']

Segarty 510164_SA Final Thoughts

"A soft humming sound."

I think it's a great looking tank and I would definitely recommend it to others. And you can not take the background out of the tank,it is glued in! Again, heater and light if you are doing real plants. It comes with the filter and lights. The lights have a timer and three different levels of brightness and color. The tubes get so dirty so fast and it messes up the flow for the filter. Absolutely perfect for a planted beta set up.

Overall Score
4.7

[star rating="4.7"]
(231 Points)

9. FRUTA Aquarium Tweezers Stainless Steel Straight Tweezer with Carbonation Protection Coating Against...

User Ratings: 74

Dohuge First Impressions

"Great customer service."

Enough colors and gradients to please any demanding scaled pet. I've included a video of it running so you can judge for yourself. It literally made me provide others with a true review. If the disco look is not your taste, a different tank would better suit you. Ok let's start off with the tank itself. I'm working on a planted tank, will decide what fish will work. The cherry shrimp had fries twice and now my Celestial Pearl Danios are laying eggs.

  • FRUTA Aquarium Tweezers Stainless Steel Straight Tweezer with Carbonation Protection Coating Against Rust Long Feeding Tongs Aquarium Tools for Aquatic Tank Plants,10.6 inch, Black, Straight
  • Superior durable stainless steel Aquarium Tweezers with carbonation protection coating against rust
  • The Straight Tweezer Overall length approx 27cm/10.6inch, with a slanted tip for optimal feeding angle
  • Long Feeding Tweezer with round tips no harm to water plants, also can prevent accidental injuries from your reptile's mouth, more hygienic than using your fingers
  • Excellent aquarium tools for feeding and handling aquarium plants, live food for larger aquatic pets such as fish, lizards, spider, snakes, corals or for more aggressive species
  • Great anti-slip grip for picking up smaller objects like small stones, handle the most squiggly stuff
  • Manufacture: Dohuge
  • Item Weight: 1.8 ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Dohuge
  • Quality [star rating='4.5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.7']
  • Affordability [star rating='5']

Dohuge Final Thoughts

"Love this!"

The filter has great flow and comes with an extended spray bar. Nothing came broke and everything is working. It has everything except for the pebbles we purchased separated we loved it! - it really only holds 4 gallons after you add gravel and decorations. All contents included were as promised and they work fantastically. The background is comes with is just super convenient! The filter has great flow and comes with an extended spray bar.

Overall Score
4.6

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

10. Tetra ColorFusion Starter aquarium Kit 3 Gallons, Half-Moon Shape, With Bubbler And Color-Changing L...

User Ratings: 59 7

Tetra 29041 First Impressions

"Recommend!"

This is especially important if you opt to keep tropical fish rather than a betta. This is a VERY SMALL tank, and can only house 1 betta fish OR 2-3 guppies. And you can not take the background out of the tank,it is glued in! Definitely recommend this tank hands down! The curve radius also makes it hard to clean the glass on the edges. I always had bubbles on the front of my tank no matter how I faced the tubes. It comes with the filter and lights.

  • Tetra ColorFusion Starter aquarium Kit 3 Gallons, Half-Moon Shape, With Bubbler And Color-Changing Light Disc
  • AQUARIUM KIT: Half-moon shape allows 180-degree panoramic viewing – starter kit has everything you need
  • BUBBLE CURTAIN Bubbling disc automatically cycles through a rainbow of LED light colors
  • INCLUDES FILTER: Includes air pump-driven Tetra Whisper Internal Power Filter to keep your tank clean and provide a healthy environment for pet fish
  • AIR PUMP Drives both the bubbling disc and the filter
  • CONVENIENT Clear canopy has a hole for easy feeding
  • Manufacture: Tetra
  • Product Dimensions: 6.88 x 12.5 x 12.9 inches; 1 Pounds
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Tetra 29041
  • Quality [star rating='4.2']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.9']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.2']

Tetra 29041 Final Thoughts

"Recommend!"

It's perfect for guppies, shrimp, bettas, neon tetras or any other small fish. That piece is very poorly designed. I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE this Beautiful little tank so much I bought another one. There arent very many other aquariums at this price point with these measurements. - it really only holds 4 gallons after you add gravel and decorations. Shipped fast, everything was there in perfect condition. Again, heater and light if you are doing real plants.

Overall Score
4.2

[star rating="4.2"]
(2236 Points)

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