Editor's Choice - Our Favorite Magnum Media Salinity 10ATC Aquarium Test Kits

1. Professional Automatic Temperature Compensation Salinity Refractometer for Aquariums, Marine Monitor...

User Ratings: 79 3

Magnum Media Salinity 10ATC SR007-10ATC First Impressions

"These are just easier."

If I had a complaint, I wish the color legend was printed on the bottle. I was having trouble keeping my fish tank water looking good. They test pretty accurate when run against my chemical tests. It's quick and easy and can give you an alert if something may be going on. No issues so far, test strips work well. But after last night these are a must have for me. I've already lost one test tube cap, most likely due to my cats playing with them.

  • Professional Automatic Temperature Compensation Salinity Refractometer for Aquariums, Marine Monitoring, Saltwater Testing.Dual Sacle: 0-100ppt & 1.000-1.070 Specific Gravity
  • Upgraded Quality
  • Partable Hard Storage Box
  • Dual Salinity Scale
  • Automatic Temperature Compensation
  • Full 12 Month Replacement Warranty
  • Manufacture: Magnum Media
  • Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 3.2 x 1.7 inches; 5.64 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Magnum Media Salinity 10ATC SR007-10ATC
  • Test Accuracy [star rating='4.5']
  • Quality [star rating='3.7']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.7']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.6']

Magnum Media Salinity 10ATC SR007-10ATC Final Thoughts

"Helps keep my fish happy."

As you can see in comparison the only difference was the Nitrate. I found running all the tests took me around 10 minutes. These are working very well for me. It does take some time though to actually get it done. These are working very well for me. Very helpful for checking the water in our tank. I'm the test strip came in handy it saved all of my fish.

Overall Score
4.6

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

2. Deepwater Aquatics AF01910 Test

User Ratings: 69

Deepwater Aquatics AF01910 First Impressions

"Two packages were inside."

I wouldn't call this a master kit but a great start. I mean some people would never do a water test at all. I will now test my water periodically to make sure everything is ok. It does'not' have the same accuracy but it’s very close. I'm still not sure about the chlorine site. These have worked to keep my fish safe and healthy. Quantity of strips seems very good.

  • Deepwater Aquatics AF01910 Test
  • Quickly measure the conentraion of Calcium in marine water
  • Recommended Calcium level should be maintained in the range between 400-450 mg/l (ppm)
  • Test Kit contains sufficient reagents to perform approx. 55-60 separate tests within that range.
  • Manufacture: Deepwater Aquatics
  • Product Dimensions: 5.91 x 5.12 x 1.97 inches; 6.4 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Deepwater Aquatics AF01910
  • Test Accuracy [star rating='5']
  • Quality [star rating='4']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.5']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.9']

Deepwater Aquatics AF01910 Final Thoughts

"And I will."

Here's Tetra's strips if you're curious. It was also kinda hard to get exactly 5ml Into the tubes. Their Whisper 1-5 filter cartridges have skyrocketed in price and become a scarcity. I will now test my water periodically to make sure everything is ok. This is no different so I wouldn't knock this product for that. I like API products and find them the most accurate. I have not had any problem whatsoever.

Overall Score
4.7

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

3. Nutrafin Carbonate and General Hardness Test Kit for Aquarium

User Ratings: 56

Nutrafin A7830 First Impressions

"However, it is not."

I have not found that to be true for myself. But it is accurate and convenient as is. My results are never all over the place like other reviewers. If you're looking for a quick-hit on a range of water quality these are the answer. But it turns out that is not the case. The kH pad sometimes has the same problem as well. Will definitely buy again, if we ever run out!

  • Nutrafin Carbonate and General Hardness Test Kit for Aquarium
  • Nutrafin's carbonate and general hardness test kit measures carbonate hardness (kh) and general hardness (gh) in fresh and saltwater aquariums
  • Low carbonate hardness will result in poor plant growth
  • Testing for general hardness (gh)should be done to determine if the levels of calcium and magnesium are optimal for specific species of fish
  • The kit includes one 15-milliliter bottle of kh reagent, one 10-milliliter bottle of gh reagent, one glass test tube with cap, one pipette, one lab base, one instruction booklet
  • Measures 2-inch length by 5-1/2-inch width by 5-inch height
  • Manufacture: Nutrafin
  • Product Dimensions: 2 x 5.5 x 5 inches; 3.2 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Nutrafin A7830
  • Test Accuracy [star rating='5']
  • Quality [star rating='4.4']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.8']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.4']

Nutrafin A7830 Final Thoughts

"Exactly what I needed."

These are do helpful with maintaining your tank. Every test I do takes just a few drops. Some of the readings develop better than others. This is a kit to test for my aquarium water quality. Not sure if the reading is 0 or more likely something between 0-. Takes about 5 minutes to check everything. It was also kinda hard to get exactly 5ml Into the tubes.

Overall Score
4.3

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

4. Sera Oxygen-Test (O2) 15 ml, 0.5 fl.oz. Aquarium Test Kits

User Ratings: 67 7

Sera 4914 First Impressions

"Easy to read."

To test it, I bought a 5 pack of 5 site test strips from Petco. If you're looking for a quick-hit on a range of water quality these are the answer. But after last night these are a must have for me. It does take some time though to actually get it done. Quantity of strips seems very good. I cut each strip down the middle so that I have even more tests. The price is great for all these essential tests!

  • Sera Oxygen-Test (O2) 15 ml, 0.5 fl.oz. Aquarium Test Kits
  • Country Of Origin : Germany
  • The Package Height Of The Product Is 5.51 Inches
  • The Package Length Of The Product Is 1.57 Inches
  • The Package Width Of The Product Is 3.54 Inches
  • Manufacture: Sera North America, Inc.
  • Product Dimensions: 1.57 x 3.54 x 5.51 inches; 2.88 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Sera 4914
  • Test Accuracy [star rating='5']
  • Quality [star rating='3.4']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.6']
  • Affordability [star rating='4']

Sera 4914 Final Thoughts

"YES, it's accurate."

So I got these to try and I love them. Accurate results and much much cheaper than buying from a pet chain. It was also kinda hard to get exactly 5ml Into the tubes. It was also kinda hard to get exactly 5ml Into the tubes. Will definitely buy again, if we ever run out! 6 showing the test strip as an accurate reading. 32 seconds and I have a reading and I'm on my way with no mess.

Overall Score
4.3

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

5. Seachem Purigen Organic Filtration Resin

User Ratings: 82 3

Seachem 116016506 First Impressions

"My favorite brand!"

It's quick and easy and can give you an alert if something may be going on. I've already lost one test tube cap, most likely due to my cats playing with them. I'm still not sure about the chlorine site. I set up a bunch of 20 gallon tanks for fry and stuff. It shows it could be between 1-20 but the liquid shows 0. I was having trouble keeping my fish tank water looking good. Comes with a lot of test strips, that are extremely easy to use and read.

  • Seachem Purigen Organic Filtration Resin
  • FILTRATION: Purigen ranges in color from almost white (cream) to light yellow. Seachem Purigen is not a mixture of ion exchangers or adsorbents, but a unique macro-porous synthetic polymer that removes soluble and insoluble impurities from water.
  • SELECTIVITY: Seachem Purigen is an organic filtration resin that works hard to remove nitrogenous compounds and waste produced by fish, corals, and even plants, making your water crystal clear.
  • CAPACITY: Being both spherical and macroreticular, Seachem Purigen has microscopic pores that increase its usable surface area to many times that of a purely spherical resin.
  • REGENERATION: Once Seachem’s Purigen is exhausted, it can be regenerated with a solution of bleach and water. The bleach will literally “burn off” the organics that have been removed from the tank.
  • SAFETY: Some slime coat products may permanently foul Purigen and render regeneration difficult. Do not reuse if odor of bleach/chlorine is detectable. In case of doubt, soak beads in small quantity of water and test for residual chlorine with a chlorine test kit.
  • Age Range Description: All Stages
  • Manufacture: Seachem Laboratories, Inc.
  • Product Dimensions: 4.7 x 3 x 1.4 inches; 1.41 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Seachem 116016506
  • Test Accuracy [star rating='4.4']
  • Quality [star rating='5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.9']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.9']

Seachem 116016506 Final Thoughts

"Especially for the price!"

I wouldn't call this a master kit but a great start. The stripa are easy to use, clear instructions and I gor results in seconds. It helps get you in the ballpark with your water perimeters. The strips are able to monitor pH, nitrate, nitrite, water hardness. But it is accurate and convenient as is. No one brand is going to guarantee against this. And if it was, please click on the helpful button below.

Overall Score
4.7

[star rating="4.7"]
(5423 Points)

6. API Test Strips, for Variety of Water Parameters, Monitor Aquarium Water Quality and Help Prevent In...

User Ratings: 74 3

API 33G First Impressions

"Maybe I have bad bottle."

If you're looking for a quick-hit on a range of water quality these are the answer. If this review was helpful, please click the helpful button! Well I found out why they were gulping so bad. While using these weirder chemicals, it worries me a little bit. You mostly find them using API also. To test it, I bought a 5 pack of 5 site test strips from Petco. But if it's wrong at least I was proactive about it.

  • API Test Strips, for Variety of Water Parameters, Monitor Aquarium Water Quality and Help Prevent Invisible Water Problems That can be Harmful to Fish, Use Weekly and When Problems Appear
  • Contains one (1) API 5-IN-1 TEST STRIPS Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Test Strips 25-Count Box
  • Monitors levels of pH, nitrite, nitrate carbonate and general water hardness in freshwater and saltwater aquariums
  • Dip test strips into aquarium water and check colors for fast and accurate results
  • Helps prevent invisible water problems that can be harmful to fish and cause fish loss
  • Use for weekly monitoring and when water or fish problems appear
  • Manufacture: Mars Fishcare Inc.
  • Product Dimensions: 3.5 x 1.75 x 6.5 inches; 3.36 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The API 33G
  • Test Accuracy [star rating='4.5']
  • Quality [star rating='3.6']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.3']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.5']

API 33G Final Thoughts

"I disagree."

Having the key on the bottle is very helpful, it won't get lost. If you want accurate pH get the API liquid test that includes pH and high pH. This test kit is easy to use and the results are easy to read. I've already lost one test tube cap, most likely due to my cats playing with them. If this review was helpful, please click the helpful button! Besides these few flaws I have to say it's a great starter kit. This spreads out the 6 month expiration date after opening.

Overall Score
4.5

[star rating="4.5"]
(6938 Points)

7. Nutrafin pH High Range 7.4 to 8.6 for Fresh and Saltwater, 125-Tests

User Ratings: 66 17

Nutrafin A7812 First Impressions

"It's very easy to do."

Easy to use, a good quantity and quality for the price. Overall, I am very happy with this kit. I used to always take a water sample to the pet store and they would teat it. It looks to have the slightest green tinge but is not as green as the 0. As you can see in comparison the only difference was the Nitrate. Comes with a lot of test strips, that are extremely easy to use and read. Then replace the caps of the bottle and test vial.

  • Nutrafin pH High Range 7.4 to 8.6 for Fresh and Saltwater, 125-Tests
  • Suitable for freshwater or marine aquariums to establish the right pH range for your fish (7.4-8.6)
  • Monitors ammonia toxicity level
  • Best used in aquariums containing most common tropical fish, such as African Cichlids and marine fish
  • Tanks pH levels should be monitored regularly as they have a direct effect on the well-being and health of fish
  • Easy to follow directions; Contains 125 Tests
  • Manufacture: Nutrafin
  • Product Dimensions: 2 x 5.5 x 5 inches; 3.2 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Nutrafin A7812
  • Test Accuracy [star rating='3.3']
  • Quality [star rating='3.4']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.4']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.4']

Nutrafin A7812 Final Thoughts

"Using this meter is easy."

I take every precaution about the chlorine, and trust the strips for everything else. Will definitely buy again, if we ever run out! Wasn't labeled that way in the descriptor. I don't know so much about how precise these are. I don't know so much about how precise these are. I've already lost one test tube cap, most likely due to my cats playing with them. Strips are accurate as far as I can tell.

Overall Score
4.0

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

8. Salifert AMPT Ammonia Test Kit

User Ratings: 73 4

Salifert AMPT First Impressions

"Thanks Seachem."

It was also kinda hard to get exactly 5ml Into the tubes. I have not found that to be true for myself. The caps do leak a tiny bit on the tubes. They test pretty accurate when run against my chemical tests. I started wearing gloves when I use the kit. I even got an extra 32 test strips as an added bonus. Nice to have in hand when you own an aquarium.

  • Salifert AMPT Ammonia Test Kit
  • Fast, easy, and accurate
  • Kit includes test vial, measuring syringe, and reagent
  • Approximately 50 tests per kit
  • Top choice of Aquarium Professionals worldwide
  • Made in holland
  • Manufacture: RPDFE
  • Product Dimensions: 4.3 x 2 x 5 inches; 3.39 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Salifert AMPT
  • Test Accuracy [star rating='3.7']
  • Quality [star rating='5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.9']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.6']

Salifert AMPT Final Thoughts

"00 becomes 40."

It does take some time though to actually get it done. Comes with a lot of test strips, that are extremely easy to use and read. I set up a bunch of 20 gallon tanks for fry and stuff. This is no different so I wouldn't knock this product for that. First few strips I used gave an accurate ready. This is no different so I wouldn't knock this product for that. It helps get you in the ballpark with your water perimeters.

Overall Score
4.5

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

9. Aquarium Supplies CO2 Indicator All Angle View- Drop Checker Long Term Monitor Test Real time Kits

User Ratings: 56 20

Aquarium Supplies I690 ISTA全方位CO2長期監測器 First Impressions

"Pond water testing."

Also, I'd avoid Tetra's strips to be honest- the reviews speak for themselves. Then replace the caps of the bottle and test vial. They show results, what is safe& not safe and what to do if not safe. Will definitely buy again, if we ever run out! I have not had any problem whatsoever. I wish there were a simpler accurate test for it. The strips are able to monitor pH, nitrate, nitrite, water hardness.

  • Aquarium Supplies CO2 Indicator All Angle View- Drop Checker Long Term Monitor Test Real time Kits
  • Allow you to monitor the CO2 level in your tank from any angle.
  • With smart design to prevent any chance of spill of the indicator solution.
  • Reusable color chart sticker provides convenience in location change of the sticker.
  • Manufacture: ISTA
  • Product Dimensions: 4.5 x 4 x 1.8 inches; 0.32 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Aquarium Supplies I690 ISTA全方位CO2長期監測器
  • Test Accuracy [star rating='3.1']
  • Quality [star rating='3.5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.4']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.2']

Aquarium Supplies I690 ISTA全方位CO2長期監測器 Final Thoughts

"25 from 0."

This is no different so I wouldn't knock this product for that. This is a kit to test for my aquarium water quality. It's quick and easy and can give you an alert if something may be going on. I'm the test strip came in handy it saved all of my fish. It does'not' have the same accuracy but it’s very close. These helped me check the levels and they were easy to use. This is a kit to test for my aquarium water quality.

Overall Score
4.0

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

10. CO2 TEST KIT 702305

CO2 First Impressions

"My favorite brand!"

Some of the readings develop better than others. I have a 55 gallon tank with a few large goldfish. Tank lids, water additives and more have seen the same effect. Accurate results and much much cheaper than buying from a pet chain. It's quick and easy and can give you an alert if something may be going on. First few strips I used gave an accurate ready. About my pic color difference of the water and the chart and about the bad reviews.

  • CO2 TEST KIT 702305
  • Manufacture: CO2
  • Editor's Impressions Of The CO2
  • Test Accuracy [star rating='3.4']
  • Quality [star rating='4.4']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.2']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.7']

CO2 Final Thoughts

"Like nuclear waste water."

If you're looking for a quick-hit on a range of water quality these are the answer. If you keep freshwater fish, you will need this test kit. Some of the readings develop better than others. Best price, best quality, fair accuracy and better than most brands, etc. The API Test Strips are a good water monitoring system for small tanks. No issues so far, test strips work well. They show results, what is safe& not safe and what to do if not safe.

Overall Score
4.0

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

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