Editor's Choice - Our Favorite Jane Choi Aquarium Starter Kits

1. Jane Choi, 3 in 1 Stainless Steel Aquarium Tank Tweezers Scissors Spatula Tool Set for Fish Tank Pla...

User Ratings: 77 2

Jane Choi 0666389964809_SML First Impressions

"Great beginners tank."

Again, heater and light if you are doing real plants. I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE this Beautiful little tank so much I bought another one. The description lists dimmensions but it still feels small. I say it's a good buy and a very nice tank. Fortunately, the way the arm is designed you can zip tie something like the 7. The rule of thumb is one small fish per gallon. Ok let's start off with the tank itself.

  • Jane Choi, 3 in 1 Stainless Steel Aquarium Tank Tweezers Scissors Spatula Tool Set for Fish Tank Plants
  • The scissors are sharp and well-secured so they haven't loosened or dulled at all
  • The curve in the tools will get into hard to reach area to plant your aquarium plants
  • Specially designed delicate clip end, no harm to your small or thin water plants
  • Package includes: curved tweezers, straight tweezer and tank scissors
  • Manufacture: Jane Choi
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Jane Choi 0666389964809_SML
  • Quality [star rating='4']
  • Value For Money [star rating='5']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.6']

Jane Choi 0666389964809_SML Final Thoughts

"It's also really flimsy."

That piece is very poorly designed. This is a VERY SMALL tank, and can only house 1 betta fish OR 2-3 guppies. Once finished with both tanks will post pics of grass wall. Stop now and BUY BUY BUY you will love it! Will be buying a second of these tanks for my step daughter's Betta. I wish I new about that before I got it. The shrimp sit on the wall and can hide in the back also.

Overall Score
4.6

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

2. Small Betta Fish Tank,Fish Bow Aquarium with Gravel Plants Rocks Feeder,Small Fish Tank for Turtle R...

User Ratings: 60 8

SPRICHIC First Impressions

"Was time to upgrade."

I have this unit deployed for a couple of months now. Incredibly happy with this purchase. Enough colors and gradients to please any demanding scaled pet. The background adds a lot of depth that feels missing in a standard aquarium. The filter is actually a pretty nice design. I put mine in the corner of my breakfast bar. The background is made very nicely and doesn't take up a whole lot of the tank.

  • Small Betta Fish Tank,Fish Bow Aquarium with Gravel Plants Rocks Feeder,Small Fish Tank for Turtle Reptile Jellyfish Goldfish Shrimp Moss Balls Insects,Table Decoration Box(2Pack Large Size White)
  • 【Aquarium Starter Kit】:Perfect Starter Aquarium for Children to Learn,micro-landscape Fish Tan,its Stylish Statement-Making It the Perfect Aquarium for Any Home or Office.
  • 【Multi-purpose Terrarium】: Use As a Mini Aquarium, Planted Tank, Plant Terrarium, Insect Terrarium,a Feeding Box for Small Reptiles,a Feeding Box for Small Ornamental Plants,a Feeding Pool for Seaweed and Small Corals,or Even As a Mini Bank to Hold Coins and Loose Change.
  • 【Made of Acrylic Glass】:Sturdy and Durable.clear Outside Which Provides a Clear View and Resistant to Impact. Unlike Glass Tanks Glued Together with Silicone, This Trendy Shaped Tank Puts to Rest Any Worries or Concerns About Possible Leaks.prevents the Fish from Jumping Out, Soft and Not Glare, Low Environmental Protection and Low Consumption.
  • 【Small and Stackable】:The Perfect Mini Tank for Displaying Multiple Species of Small Aquatic Life on Your Desk Without Sacrificing Space. combine Multiple Tanks to Build a Decoration Piece to Add Excitement and Beauty to Space.
  • 【Easy to Use】: Holding the Fish Tank with One Hand and Grasp the Transparent Parts on Both Sides, Grasp the Outer Frame with the Other Hand and Pull in the Opposite Direction to Open the Fish Tank.it Has a Feeding Hole at the Top, Which Can Feed the Fish Without Opening the Lid of the Fish Tank. It is Very Convenient. the Surface of the Fish Tank is Smooth and Easy to Clean.
  • Manufacture: SPRICHIC
  • Item Weight: 2 pounds
  • Product Dimensions: 6.3 x 5.7 x 4.2 inches
  • Editor's Impressions Of The SPRICHIC
  • Quality [star rating='4.5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.2']
  • Affordability [star rating='5']

SPRICHIC Final Thoughts

"Very happy."

No more then five or six tiny ones is my guess. That piece is very poorly designed. This is especially important if you opt to keep tropical fish rather than a betta. They're not nearly as sensitive as these little 2. So far I like it, and my betta seems to like it as well. I think it's a great looking tank and I would definitely recommend it to others. I dont use the filter, I covered up the filter vents with some netting.

Overall Score
4.1

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

3. 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)

4. Boogaa 9.84 Inch Aquarium Tweezers,Stainless Steel Feeding Tongs - Curved Tips

Boogaa First Impressions

"So it worked out."

This is especially important if you opt to keep tropical fish rather than a betta. We have had it for over a month now. All you need to add for a happy Betta fish is an extra light and a tank heater. The pump is also as close to silent as you can get. He does swim under the shelf of the background but never hides there. Incredibly happy with this purchase. I do use the filter housing to house a heater and co2 diffuser.

  • Boogaa 9.84 Inch Aquarium Tweezers,Stainless Steel Feeding Tongs - Curved Tips
  • Color: mainly silver. Material: durable stainless steel.
  • Each tweezers length: about 25cm/9.84inch
  • Include one curved tweezers.
  • Used to raise reptiles, lizards, geckos, spiders, etc.Use in toys, medical dressings, garment sewing, DIY, tea, landscape, and other manual work.
  • Perfect for both professional use or personal use.
  • Manufacture: Boogaa
  • Item Weight: 1.76 ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Boogaa
  • Quality [star rating='4.7']
  • Value For Money [star rating='5']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.1']

Boogaa Final Thoughts

"Cute little tank."

Fluval, BioOrd, and several other micro tanks. My beta seems to be adjusting well. I always had bubbles on the front of my tank no matter how I faced the tubes. I just set this up today and I absolutely love it so far. So far I like it, and my betta seems to like it as well. All of this is explained in the instructions. There arent very many other aquariums at this price point with these measurements.

Overall Score
5.0

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

5. FD Aquarium Tweezers, FunDiscount 2 Pack Stainless Steel Straight and Curved Tweezers Set Long Handl...

User Ratings: 64 26

FunDiscount shop First Impressions

"It was all fluval brand."

The curve radius also makes it hard to clean the glass on the edges. BUT it still looks pretty cool for a background lol. We have had it for over a month now. Absolutely perfect for a planted beta set up. They're not nearly as sensitive as these little 2. We have had it for over a month now. Not impossible to reach but definitely an odd angle you have to go in from lol.

  • FD Aquarium Tweezers, FunDiscount 2 Pack Stainless Steel Straight and Curved Tweezers Set Long Handle Aquarium Feeding Tongs Aquatic Reptile Shrimp Reef Fish Tank Cleaning Tools (1pc Straight)
  • AQUARIUM TWEEZERS SIZE: The straight aquarium tweezer measures about 10.6"/27cm. the curved aquarium tweezer measures about 9.8“/25cm, Long Reptile Feeding Tongs are easy to use with any proper angles, no harm to water plants, also can prevent accidental injuries from your reptile's mouth, make feeding a lot easier
  • QUALITY FEEDING TWEEZERS: Superior forged stainless steel reptile feeding tweezers with fine carbonation protection coating processing surface, sturdy and flexible enough, will never get rusted
  • EXCELLENT AQUARIUM TOOLS: Stainless Steel Aquarium Tweezers are perfect for feeding and handling aquarium plants, bearded dragon, tarantulas, snakes, spiders, Gecko, aquatic fish, slings, salamanders, live food for larger aquatic pets or corals and more
  • ANTI SLIP CLIPS: Curved Tweezers with serrated tips for picking up smaller objects like small stones, worms, never worry slip off; also their handle with anti-skid design, help you grip stuff firmly
  • WIDELY USED: this fish tank tweezers suit for aquarium water plant planting, fish tank landscaping tools, fish feeding tongs,also perfect for betta fish feeding tong, reptile feeding tongs for Lizard Bearded Dragon Gecko Snake Ball Python Spider and Birds feeder tongs.
  • Manufacture: FunDiscount shop
  • Editor's Impressions Of The FunDiscount shop
  • Quality [star rating='4.1']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.9']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.7']

FunDiscount shop Final Thoughts

"The LEDs are beautiful."

I don't remove my lid that much so, not a big deal to me. I'm a first-time fish parent, and this is my first filtered aquarium. The tubes get so dirty so fast and it messes up the flow for the filter. I love the tank and everything else about it but the background! I'm not sure that it could be much quieter. I put mine in the corner of my breakfast bar. No more then five or six tiny ones is my guess.

Overall Score
3.9

[star rating="3.9"]
(13 Points)

6. Aquascaping Tools 5 in 1 Kit Aquarium Scissors Plant Tools Curved & Straight Scissor Tweezers Spatul...

KnR Harmony First Impressions

"I LOVE this tank!"

There arent very many other aquariums at this price point with these measurements. The lights have a timer and three different levels of brightness and color. The background adds a lot of depth that feels missing in a standard aquarium. The background is comes with is just super convenient! It's raised at the edges and just looks bad. The background is comes with is just super convenient! They're not nearly as sensitive as these little 2.

  • Aquascaping Tools 5 in 1 Kit Aquarium Scissors Plant Tools Curved & Straight Scissor Tweezers Spatula Stainless Steel Anti Rust Aquascape Tools for Fish Tank
  • Aquascaping tools, 5 in 1, a curved & a straight scissor, a substrate spatula, a curved & a straight tweezer and a storage case, easy to store after use.
  • Rustproof: made of waterproof stainless-steel material, not easy to rust, so does not pollute the living environment of aquatic animals, you can create the aquascape for your fishes safely.
  • Both the curved and straight scissor are sharp enough for aquatic pruning, rearranging, maintaining, cleaning, trimming, grooming, planting, or feeding in an aquarium with accuracy.
  • The straight and curved tweezer with serrated tips help grip stuff securely, minimum water disturbance, also it is suitable for feeding live food of aquatic animals or corals.
  • This aquarium tool kit with streamlined and slender surface, no harm to your small or thin plants, great for all types of aquarium plants, substrate, gravel, and other decorations, remove the dirty things from the bottom of your aquarium effectively.
  • Manufacture: KnR Harmony
  • Item Weight: 1 pounds
  • Editor's Impressions Of The KnR Harmony
  • Quality [star rating='5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.4']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.4']

KnR Harmony Final Thoughts

"Good manufacturing."

The tubes get so dirty so fast and it messes up the flow for the filter. All you need to add for a happy Betta fish is an extra light and a tank heater. The lights alone are beautiful to brighten up a space. - Though the base is plastic, it's sturdy. I'm not sure that it could be much quieter. I'm working on a planted tank, will decide what fish will work. I love the tank and everything else about it but the background!

Overall Score
5.0

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

7. Aqueon LED MiniBow Aquarium Starter Kits with LED Lighting

User Ratings: 63 11

Aqueon 100528787 First Impressions

"Very happy."

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! - Though the base is plastic, it's sturdy. He loves exploring his new environment with all the fresh vegetation. So I now have a little cubby that my fish uses to hide. Will not grow anything aside from Anubias and moss balls. Disregard the videos that show the filter operating with a loud chattering noise.

  • Aqueon LED MiniBow Aquarium Starter Kits with LED Lighting
  • Compact fish tank with a contemporary design and elevated base
  • Simple to setup and maintain, looks great in any room
  • Sleek, low profile LED energy efficient light hood with feeding hole
  • Includes Aqueon QuietFlow filtration as well as food and water care samples
  • Ships in its own container for protection against scratches and breakage during shipping
  • Uses Aqueon small filter cartridges
  • Manufacture: Central Garden & Pet
  • Product Dimensions: 8.88 x 6.63 x 9.75 inches; 2.15 Pounds
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Aqueon 100528787
  • Quality [star rating='3.5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.8']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.9']

Aqueon 100528787 Final Thoughts

"Tanks the cheap part."

It comes with the filter and lights. The adjustable pump can be turned down really low so the flow does not bother a Beta. The cherry shrimp had fries twice and now my Celestial Pearl Danios are laying eggs. I didn't know that the background only goes halfway down the back of the tank. No more then five or six tiny ones is my guess. So far I like it, and my betta seems to like it as well. Best of luck if you purchase it this kit!

Overall Score
4.1

[star rating="4.1"]
(2555 Points)

8. Marina LED Aquarium Kit

User Ratings: 74 5

Marina 15256 First Impressions

"I love my tank!"

The light is fairly bright but insufficient for growing any decent live plants. The heater was a no-name 200W UL certified. My plants have been doing fine and the filter and lights have worked really well. There arent very many other aquariums at this price point with these measurements. Stop now and BUY BUY BUY you will love it! The filter has great flow and comes with an extended spray bar. I absolutely love this eight gallon tank.

  • Marina LED Aquarium Kit
  • 10 U.S. gallon glass aquarium
  • Includes a Marina Slim S15 clip on filter with quick change filter cartridges
  • Includes everything you need to get your aquatic home started
  • Measures: 20" L x 10" W x 12.5" H
  • Manufacture: Rolf C. Hagen (USA) Corp.
  • Product Dimensions: 12.91 x 10.24 x 20.2 inches; 17.35 Pounds
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Marina 15256
  • Quality [star rating='5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.6']
  • Affordability [star rating='5']

Marina 15256 Final Thoughts

"Very cool."

I have this unit deployed for a couple of months now. The aquarium kit is with the exception of the filter is excellent! Stop now and BUY BUY BUY you will love it! Came pretty quickly and was not damaged. So I would say my tank is now fairly established. It's raised at the edges and just looks bad. I'm working on a planted tank, will decide what fish will work.

Overall Score
4.5

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

9. BettaTank 1-Gallon Deco Fish Tank with LED Lighting

User Ratings: 62 11

Koller Products AP100D First Impressions

"- A Color Fusion light."

I would recommend those back flow connectors for the air pump. And now, the pros and cons in my opinion. I put shrimp and guppies in it and they love it. It is definitely something that you can noticeably hear, but it is not an annoyance. Came pretty quickly and was not damaged. Not crazy about the lid or the stand. It has a hood with integrated LED lighting.

  • BettaTank 1-Gallon Deco Fish Tank with LED Lighting
  • MULTIPLE LIGHT COLOR SELECTIONS: Energy-efficient LED lighting with 7 color selections you can choose depending on your mood or time of day or night.
  • OPTIMUM VIEWING: Crystal-clear clarity so good that most think it's glass instead of impact-resistant plastic, along with one-piece construction that provides superior strength and durability. Unlike glass tanks glued together with silicone, this aquarium puts to rest any worries or concerns about possible leaks.
  • FUN and REWARDING: Are you looking to buy an aquarium for your children? 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.
  • BUILT-IN TIMER: Set your LED light to come on at the same time every day. Timer enables you to select light settings of 2 Hours, 4 Hours or Continuous On easily with a flick of your finger.
  • DIMENSIONS: 15 L x 3.75 W x 8.5 H Inches.
  • Included components: User Set-Up Guide
  • Age range description: Beginner to Advanced
  • Manufacture: Hawkeye International
  • Product Dimensions: 15 x 3.75 x 8.5 inches; 1.81 Pounds
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Koller Products AP100D
  • Quality [star rating='5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.3']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.2']

Koller Products AP100D Final Thoughts

"Great beginners tank."

I will get unboxing video posted tomorrow as well as any updates. Problem is, the glass sits flush with that top edge. I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE this Beautiful little tank so much I bought another one. We have had it for over a month now. Keep in mind that the tank, light and heater will require a total of three outlets. And now, the pros and cons in my opinion. I didn't know that the background only goes halfway down the back of the tank.

Overall Score
4.1

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

10. Koller Products 3.5-Gallon Aquarium with Sleep Sound Machine (Nature Sounds), LED Lighting (7 Color ...

User Ratings: 46 15

Koller Products AQ35000A First Impressions

"This tank is super small."

It is really just a trickle at the lowest setting. Came with the tank and background along with a pump and light. Of course the tank is an odd shape in itself lol. This is going to be a sweet little setup! The filter is actually a pretty nice design. It's really nice to have for betta fish that need to be in warm water. It comes with the filter and lights.

  • Koller Products 3.5-Gallon Aquarium with Sleep Sound Machine (Nature Sounds), LED Lighting (7 Color Choices) and Power Filter
  • Fall asleep listening to calming sounds of Ocean Waves, Bubbling Brook, Rain Forest Rainfall, and Thunderstorms; you'll find you will sleep far more soundly
  • Energy-efficient LED lighting with 7 color selections you can choose depending on your mood or time of day or night; aquarium light can be turned on or off for easy night time operation
  • Internal power filter keeps aquarium water crystal clear and your fish healthy, with a flow rate of 25 gallons per hour that quickly removes fish waste and other impurities; uses Koller Products XS replacement filter cartridges (AQ05FC-30) available on Amazon
  • Crystal-clear clarity so good that most think it's glass instead of impact-resistant plastic; the one-piece design provides superior strength and durability, unlike glass tanks glued together with silicone this aquarium puts to rest any worries or concerns about possible leaks
  • Built-in sound machine plays MP3 files loaded onto a micro SDHC flash memory card (included); listen to prerecorded nature sounds or load your favorite music
  • Dual-sided poly-fiber floss removes fish waste and other debris.
  • Premium activated carbon eliminates organic pollutants that can degrade water quality and cloud water.
  • Koller Products XS replacement filter cartridges (AQ05FC-60), available on Amazon - item B08CYVX31S.
  • Manufacture: AQUARIUS
  • Product Dimensions: 11.25 x 8.75 x 13.5 inches; 3 Pounds
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Koller Products AQ35000A
  • Quality [star rating='3.3']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.9']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.2']

Koller Products AQ35000A Final Thoughts

"Super easy to assemble."

Nothing came broke and everything is working. There arent very many other aquariums at this price point with these measurements. He was being suctioned to the filter. I bought this to basically replace a 5 gallon tank and make a new planted version. Instructions were easy to use and the filter system is relatively quiet. Enough colors and gradients to please any demanding scaled pet. BUT it still looks pretty cool for a background lol.

Overall Score
3.6

[star rating="3.6"]
(42 Points)

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