Editor's Choice - Our Favorite Fluval Aquarium Test Kits
1. Fluval CO2 Indicator Kit
User Ratings: 61 7
Fluval A7551 First Impressions
"Bought the 100 Count."And if it was, please click on the helpful button below. Very good instructions and a comparison color chart. I take every precaution about the chlorine, and trust the strips for everything else. They show results, what is safe& not safe and what to do if not safe. I wish there were a simpler accurate test for it. I don't know so much about how precise these are. If this review was helpful, please click the helpful button!
- Fluval CO2 Indicator Kit
- Monitors levels of CO2 in aquariums
- Provides accurate dosing of CO2
- Ensures fish and plants live in a healthy environment
- Manufacture: Fluval
- Product Dimensions: 1.8 x 4 x 5.5 inches; 1.6 Ounces
- Editor's Impressions Of The Fluval A7551
- Test Accuracy [star rating='3.5']
- Quality [star rating='5']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.1']
- Affordability [star rating='3.9']
Fluval A7551 Final Thoughts
"Maybe I have bad bottle."The kH pad sometimes has the same problem as well. They test pretty accurate when run against my chemical tests. They show results, what is safe& not safe and what to do if not safe. This kit is extremely accurate and very well designed for convenient use and storage. Wasn't labeled that way in the descriptor. This is a good kit so much more accurate and easy to figure out how to use it. Also, I'd avoid Tetra's strips to be honest- the reviews speak for themselves.
Overall Score
4.2
(175 Points)
PRICE AVAILABLE ON AMAZON
Here Are Some Other Related Aquarium Test Kits
2. SunGrow pH Test Strip Kit for Bettas and Aquariums, Easy to Use, Easy to Read, Works for pH Range 5....
User Ratings: 49 18
SunGrow First Impressions
"YES, it's accurate."These are do helpful with maintaining your tank. If you keep freshwater fish, you will need this test kit. They showed the same results as these for the sites they had in common. I have some pretty lousy water where I live. I like API products and find them the most accurate. It does take some time though to actually get it done. Wasn't labeled that way in the descriptor.
- SunGrow pH Test Strip Kit for Bettas and Aquariums, Easy to Use, Easy to Read, Works for pH Range 5.5-9.0, Quick Results, Ideal for Hydroponic Plants, 50 Strips
- ✔ THE ONLY WAY TO “SEE” YOUR pH --- What is pH? You can’t taste it or see it but it’s vital for the health of your bettas, tetras, cichlids, and even your hydroponic plants. An aquarium or hydroponic set-up needs to have the correct pH for the fish and plants to not only thrive but to live. SunGrow test strips let you see this invisible but important quality of your water.
- ✔ SAVE THE FISHES AND PLANTS --- Sea life, aquatic plants, and hydroponic plants all have specific pH needs. You’ll want to achieve that pH for your plants or pets. Unfortunately, pH can change even after you’ve established your tank. This is normal. That’s why SunGrow’s test strip kit contains 50 strips so you can keep your fish and plants happy for months, years, and generations!
- ✔ SAVE TIME AND MONEY --- With SunGrow’s accurate test strips you can determine with certainty what adjustments you need to make or not make to keep your cherry shrimp, plecos, and angelfish happy, healthy, and thriving! Don’t waste money and risk your fish again guessing your water’s pH level when you can get our 50 test strips for quick, accurate readings.
- ✔ EASY TO USE --- Simply sample your aquarium’s water with a spoon and dip one of our test strips in. Then remove and in 5-10 seconds the test strip will reveal your water’s pH. To read, match the test strip’s color to the included pH key. For best results, make sure the strip is completely submerged and let dry on a paper towel for reading.
- ✔ EAT CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES --- How does pH affect plant growth? Or the taste of chocolate chip cookies? SunGrow test strips are easy to use and read so they’re a great tool for giving your budding scientist confidence! So feed their curiosity and enjoy some chocolate chip cookies!
- Manufacture: Luffy Pets Collection
- Editor's Impressions Of The SunGrow
- Test Accuracy [star rating='2.8']
- Quality [star rating='2.8']
- Value For Money [star rating='3.9']
- Affordability [star rating='4.3']
SunGrow Final Thoughts
"Strips work great!"These strips work very well and I have had consistent results with them. If you're looking for a quick-hit on a range of water quality these are the answer. My 12 yrs old son wanted a fish tank so we got him 2. I tested the water and the nitrates and the ph were pretty high still. Some of the readings develop better than others. My tap water actually was really green and was a very close match to the 1. It looks to have the slightest green tinge but is not as green as the 0.
Overall Score
3.7
(135 Points)
PRICE AVAILABLE ON AMAZON
3. Red Sea Fish Pharm ARE21425 Saltwater Phosphate Pro Test Kit for Aquarium, 100 Tests
User Ratings: 68 9
Red Sea 306017 First Impressions
"Easy to read."So off to buy some sponge filters I went! I would not use it solely for checking nitrate and nitrites. If your lighting isn't right the colors will be very off. My tap water actually was really green and was a very close match to the 1. Well I found out why they were gulping so bad. This spreads out the 6 month expiration date after opening. This spreads out the 6 month expiration date after opening.
- Red Sea Fish Pharm ARE21425 Saltwater Phosphate Pro Test Kit for Aquarium, 100 Tests
- Phosphate pro test kit is an advanced colorimetric test with comparator
- Measuring the level of phosphate in reef aquarium to an exceptionally high resolution of 0. 014 ppm P-PO4
- This test kit, when used in conjunction with the nitrate pro test kit, enables accurate dosing of NO3: PO4-X (biological nitrate and phosphate reducer)
- This kit includes a durable, chemical resistant plastic case, analytical grade glass vials
- Includes material for up to 100 tests
- Manufacture: TopDawg Pet Supply
- Product Dimensions: 5.12 x 5.51 x 3.15 inches; 1 Pounds
- Editor's Impressions Of The Red Sea 306017
- Test Accuracy [star rating='4']
- Quality [star rating='4.9']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.8']
- Affordability [star rating='4.8']
Red Sea 306017 Final Thoughts
"Simple and easy to use."6 showing the test strip as an accurate reading. So I got these to try and I love them. Wasn't labeled that way in the descriptor. Before, I brought water into a pet store, but kept seeing no signs of improvement. If I had a complaint, I wish the color legend was printed on the bottle. They show results, what is safe& not safe and what to do if not safe. They showed the same results as these for the sites they had in common.
Overall Score
4.2
(48 Points)
PRICE AVAILABLE ON AMAZON
4. Qguai 9 in 1 Aquarium Test Strips, Water Test Strips for Saltwater Freshwater Pond Pool Spa, Test pH...
User Ratings: 50 16
Qguai First Impressions
"These are great!"It's really accurate and makes me feel like I'm a scientist while doing it. If you keep freshwater fish, you will need this test kit. But if it's wrong at least I was proactive about it. Before, I brought water into a pet store, but kept seeing no signs of improvement. 6 showing the test strip as an accurate reading. I cut each strip down the middle so that I have even more tests. But it turns out that is not the case.
- Qguai 9 in 1 Aquarium Test Strips, Water Test Strips for Saltwater Freshwater Pond Pool Spa, Test pH, Nitrate, Nitrite, Carbonate, Chlorine, Alkalinity, Hardness, Fast and Accurate,50-Strips
- 9 in 1 Aquarium Test strips -pH, Nitrate, Nitrite, Carbonate, Chlorine, Alkalinity, Iron, Copper,Hardness in salt water fresh water pond reef aquarium, 50 count in 1 bottle.
- Extremely easy to use test strips - Simply dip this freshwater saltwater test strips into water and compare it to the chart on bottle.convenient and get results in seconds.
- Wide application -it can be used to test the levels of all sorts of products such as pond pool saltwater freshwater aquarium.
- Validity period: Placed it dry at 2 C ~ 30 C to protect from light, and the validity period is 24 months. Pls notice the date on the bottle and the label is the production date, Lot: 2019082006 means it is produced on 08/20/2019, batch 6, so the expiratios date is 2 years after this day.
- Any problem, just contact us and we will do our best to help.
- Manufacture: Qguai
- Editor's Impressions Of The Qguai
- Test Accuracy [star rating='3.3']
- Quality [star rating='2.9']
- Value For Money [star rating='3.9']
- Affordability [star rating='4.8']
Qguai Final Thoughts
"Love the convenience."Very easy to use and very easy to read test strips. The nitrate test is a little finicky as most users will agree. Tank lids, water additives and more have seen the same effect. I even got an extra 32 test strips as an added bonus. It helps get you in the ballpark with your water perimeters. I mean some people would never do a water test at all. Tank lids, water additives and more have seen the same effect.
Overall Score
3.8
(746 Points)
PRICE AVAILABLE ON AMAZON
5. Azoo Nitrogen Dioxide (No2) Test Kit
Azoo AZ24010 First Impressions
"Best strips ever."Accurate results and much much cheaper than buying from a pet chain. Always nice to get something extra! To test it, I bought a 5 pack of 5 site test strips from Petco. Before, I brought water into a pet store, but kept seeing no signs of improvement. But it is accurate and convenient as is. I have a freshwater tank that includes some delicate invertebrates. The nitrate test is a little finicky as most users will agree.
- Azoo Nitrogen Dioxide (No2) Test Kit
- For freshwater and saltwater aquarium
- Range : 0.1 ~ 5.0 mg/L
- Water change is required when No2 is detected in aquarium
- Manufacture: Sevenports, Inc
- Product Dimensions: 5.63 x 3.75 x 1.5 inches; 2.4 Ounces
- Editor's Impressions Of The Azoo AZ24010
- Test Accuracy [star rating='4']
- Quality [star rating='4.2']
- Value For Money [star rating='4']
- Affordability [star rating='3.4']
Azoo AZ24010 Final Thoughts
"No issues with it."This is a good kit so much more accurate and easy to figure out how to use it. I have a 55 gallon tank with a few large goldfish. All bottles clearly labeled and tell you how many drops. And if it was, please click on the helpful button below. First few strips I used gave an accurate ready. I get a consistent reading every time, retests included. Not really sure if there is a way to fix that though.
Overall Score
4.0
(1 Points)
PRICE AVAILABLE ON AMAZON
6. Lifegard Test Strips Aquatics 6 Way All Purpose Test Kit
User Ratings: 54 11
Lifegard Test Strips R172660SS First Impressions
"Strips work great!"No one brand is going to guarantee against this. If you keep freshwater fish, you will need this test kit. Despite what it says on the chart, oxygen at 6mg will cause fish to start gulping. Besides these few flaws I have to say it's a great starter kit. These are working very well for me. I found running all the tests took me around 10 minutes. They showed the same results as these for the sites they had in common.
- Lifegard Test Strips Aquatics 6 Way All Purpose Test Kit
- Contains 25 tests each of ALKALINITY, pH, NITRITE, NITRATE, HARDNESS and AMMONIA
- For salt or fresh water aquariums or ponds
- The strips in this 6 in 1 kit are non-toxic, easy to use and provide fast, accurate results
- Manufacture: Bel-Aqua Pools Supply Inc.
- Product Dimensions: 1.25 x 1.25 x 5 inches; 3.2 Ounces
- Editor's Impressions Of The Lifegard Test Strips R172660SS
- Test Accuracy [star rating='3.9']
- Quality [star rating='3.5']
- Value For Money [star rating='3.5']
- Affordability [star rating='3.6']
Lifegard Test Strips R172660SS Final Thoughts
"It is very easy to use."They test pretty accurate when run against my chemical tests. These are do helpful with maintaining your tank. This spreads out the 6 month expiration date after opening. I cut each strip down the middle so that I have even more tests. The key is that you are looking for changes. Tetra has always done that and I will continue to use their products. If you want accurate pH get the API liquid test that includes pH and high pH.
Overall Score
4.1
(34 Points)
PRICE AVAILABLE ON AMAZON
7. Salifert RTKA Potassium Test Kit
User Ratings: 81 6
Salifert RTKA First Impressions
"Worth the money."The strips are packaged well so they stay fresh and ready to use. These are do helpful with maintaining your tank. My results are never all over the place like other reviewers. If I had a complaint, I wish the color legend was printed on the bottle. Well I found out why they were gulping so bad. If I had a complaint, I wish the color legend was printed on the bottle. I have not had any problem whatsoever.
- Salifert RTKA Potassium Test Kit
- Fast, easy, and accurate
- Measures potassium from concentrations of 250 ppm to 470 ppm
- Sufficient for up to 40 tests
- For marine use only
- Made in Holland
- Manufacture: Royal Aquatic LLC
- Product Dimensions: 4.3 x 2 x 5 inches; 0.35 Ounces
- Editor's Impressions Of The Salifert RTKA
- Test Accuracy [star rating='4']
- Quality [star rating='3.7']
- Value For Money [star rating='3.9']
- Affordability [star rating='4.9']
Salifert RTKA Final Thoughts
"These strips are great."Nice that so many things are tested with one dip in the water. If your lighting isn't right the colors will be very off. I have not had any problem whatsoever. I take every precaution about the chlorine, and trust the strips for everything else. It's quick and easy and can give you an alert if something may be going on. But just for a quick check, its hard to beat these test strips. It you take it to a local fish store.
Overall Score
4.6
(40 Points)
PRICE AVAILABLE ON AMAZON
8. Premium Pack Freshwater Master Test Kit 800-Test Freshwater Aquarium Water master Test Kit
User Ratings: 82 8
goeasy0312 First Impressions
"Quick and easy use."I have not had any problem whatsoever. Well I found out why they were gulping so bad. I found running all the tests took me around 10 minutes. It does'not' have the same accuracy but it’s very close. My tap water actually was really green and was a very close match to the 1. Unfortunately nitrates still might be the most important test, at least for me it is. This is a kit to test for my aquarium water quality.
- Premium Pack Freshwater Master Test Kit 800-Test Freshwater Aquarium Water master Test Kit
- Manufacture: China
- Editor's Impressions Of The goeasy0312
- Test Accuracy [star rating='4.2']
- Quality [star rating='4.6']
- Value For Money [star rating='4']
- Affordability [star rating='4.2']
goeasy0312 Final Thoughts
"Thank you."I wish there were a simpler accurate test for it. 6 showing the test strip as an accurate reading. You never want to wait too long and the tank crashes and has major problems. But it is accurate and convenient as is. I'm still not sure about the chlorine site. The API Test Strips are a good water monitoring system for small tanks. Very helpful for checking the water in our tank.
Overall Score
4.5
(55 Points)
PRICE AVAILABLE ON AMAZON
9. Salifert pH Test Kit
User Ratings: 84 4
Salifert 8714079130491 First Impressions
"I kid you not."No one brand is going to guarantee against this. I even got an extra 32 test strips as an added bonus. The rest of the test in the kit are much easier to use. This spreads out the 6 month expiration date after opening. But after last night these are a must have for me. It you take it to a local fish store. Easy to use, a good quantity and quality for the price.
- Salifert pH Test Kit
- The pH test kit provides accurate pH fluctuations
- The pH test kit can perform up to 50 tests
- The pH test monitors the pH and provides an effective alkalinity
- Manufacture: Deepwater Aquatics Distribution
- Product Dimensions: 5 x 5 x 4 inches; 1.59 Ounces
- Editor's Impressions Of The Salifert 8714079130491
- Test Accuracy [star rating='5']
- Quality [star rating='5']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.1']
- Affordability [star rating='5']
Salifert 8714079130491 Final Thoughts
"75, for example."They're super easy to read and seem to be pretty accurate. It looks to have the slightest green tinge but is not as green as the 0. If you're out for speed, but with less accuracy get the dip tests. I find that the accuracy is wrong in the sense it's better than it reads. This test kit is easy to use and the results are easy to read. The caps do leak a tiny bit on the tubes. Probably won't buy again because of the bleeding issues.
Overall Score
4.7
(108 Points)
PRICE AVAILABLE ON AMAZON
10. Freshwater Aquarium Test Strips 5 in 1 - Pond or Fish Tank Test Kit for Testing pH Nitrite Nitrate G...
User Ratings: 73 12
AQUA CARE PRO First Impressions
"00 becomes 40."Will definitely buy again, if we ever run out! This is a kit to test for my aquarium water quality. Tank lids, water additives and more have seen the same effect. It does take some time though to actually get it done. Dip it in the water horizontally and keep it horizontal and read it against bottle. I'm still not sure about the chlorine site. I set up a bunch of 20 gallon tanks for fry and stuff.
- Freshwater Aquarium Test Strips 5 in 1 - Pond or Fish Tank Test Kit for Testing pH Nitrite Nitrate General & Carbonate Hardness (GH & KH) - Easy to Read Wide Strips & Full Water Testing Guide, 116 Ct
- KEEP YOUR AQUARIUM OR POND HEALTHY - Monitoring your aquarium’s water quality is the most important thing for keeping tropical fish healthy and vibrant, and your tank looking beautiful.
- QUICK & EASY TO USE - Designed by experts, this 5 in 1 freshwater aquarium test kit is fast and easier to use than liquid test kits. Aqua Care Pro strips are wider and have non-bleeding colors, making them easier to hold, dip, and read.
- DESIGNED FOR AQUARIUMS AND PONDS - Aqua Care Pro strips test for General Hardness (GH), Nitrite, Nitrate, pH, and Carbonate Hardness (KH). The test results are in the proper range for aquarium and pond keeping.
- ECONOMICAL PACKAGING - Why buy more strips than you need? This kit includes 104 + 12 strips for testing twice a week (one year’s supply + 12 extra strips). Half of the strips are packaged separately to maintain freshness.
- 24/7 CUSTOMER SUPPORT - The test kit includes detailed instructions for testing, understanding your results, and an e-book with helpful tips written by 30+ year industry experts. You’ll also have 24/7 access to our expert US-based aquatic biologists.
- Manufacture: Health Metric
- Editor's Impressions Of The AQUA CARE PRO
- Test Accuracy [star rating='5']
- Quality [star rating='3.7']
- Value For Money [star rating='5']
- Affordability [star rating='4.9']
AQUA CARE PRO Final Thoughts
"Thank you."No one brand is going to guarantee against this. In my opinion they arent quite as accurate as master test kits either. I have a 55 gallon tank with a few large goldfish. It helps get you in the ballpark with your water perimeters. My results are never all over the place like other reviewers. As you can see in comparison the only difference was the Nitrate. I get a consistent reading every time, retests included.
Overall Score
4.3
(29 Points)
PRICE AVAILABLE ON AMAZON