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
(496 Points)
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Here Are Some Other Related Aquarium Test Kits
2. Seachem Ammonia Alert 1 Year Monitor (3 Pack)
User Ratings: 72 10
Seachem 10 First Impressions
"Great strips."This is essential for an accurate reading. It is easy to use and accurate enough. Very easy to use and very easy to read test strips. These have worked to keep my fish safe and healthy. The strips are able to monitor pH, nitrate, nitrite, water hardness. Very good instructions and a comparison color chart. The stripa are easy to use, clear instructions and I gor results in seconds.
- Seachem Ammonia Alert 1 Year Monitor (3 Pack)
- 3 Pack of Seachem Ammonia Alert 1 Year Monitors
- Lasts Over A Year
- Small And Unobtrusive
- No water sampling
- No Chemicals
- Manufacture: Seachem
- Product Dimensions: 3.3 x 1 x 3.3 inches; 0.63 Ounces
- Editor's Impressions Of The Seachem 10
- Test Accuracy [star rating='5']
- Quality [star rating='4.3']
- Value For Money [star rating='5']
- Affordability [star rating='5']
Seachem 10 Final Thoughts
"Worth the money."6 showing the test strip as an accurate reading. In my opinion they arent quite as accurate as master test kits either. If you keep freshwater fish, you will need this test kit. 6 and run a high pH you will see it could actually be 7. I have not found that to be true for myself. This is not the right way to use this test, as it took me awhile to realize this. I tested the water and the nitrates and the ph were pretty high still.
Overall Score
4.3
(120 Points)
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3. TETRA EasyStrips Ammonia Aquarium Test Strips, 100-Count
User Ratings: 78 3
Tetra 19541 First Impressions
"Hope this was useful."But, I will continue to order Tetra's 6 in 1 until someone makes a better test strip. I used to always take a water sample to the pet store and they would teat it. The API Test Strips are a good water monitoring system for small tanks. A brand new aquarium will experience what is called a cycle. I have a freshwater tank that includes some delicate invertebrates. Best price, best quality, fair accuracy and better than most brands, etc. Best price, best quality, fair accuracy and better than most brands, etc.
- TETRA EasyStrips Ammonia Aquarium Test Strips, 100-Count
- AMMONIA TESTING Regularly testing your water ammonia levels is critical to the success of your aquarium
- VERSATILE Can be used in both freshwater and saltwater aquariums
- CONVENIENT Just dip into water wait 10 seconds and read results
- COMPATIBLE WITH TETRA MY aquarium APP Get instant water care product recommendations based on testing results
- USAGE Use when setting up a new aquarium after water changes or as needed
- Manufacture: Tetra
- Product Dimensions: 1.81 x 1.81 x 3.75 inches; 1.6 Ounces
- Editor's Impressions Of The Tetra 19541
- Test Accuracy [star rating='3.9']
- Quality [star rating='5']
- Value For Money [star rating='5']
- Affordability [star rating='4.3']
Tetra 19541 Final Thoughts
"Easy to use."It does take some time though to actually get it done. 32 seconds and I have a reading and I'm on my way with no mess. Accurate results and much much cheaper than buying from a pet chain. Wasn't labeled that way in the descriptor. Their Whisper 1-5 filter cartridges have skyrocketed in price and become a scarcity. This is essential for an accurate reading. No one brand is going to guarantee against this.
Overall Score
4.6
(509 Points)
PRICE AVAILABLE ON AMAZON
4. Jungle TK888W 5-in-1 Quick Dip Test Strips, 25-Pack
User Ratings: 78 6
Jungle TK888W First Impressions
"YES, it's accurate."It you take it to a local fish store. But, I will continue to order Tetra's 6 in 1 until someone makes a better test strip. If you keep freshwater fish, you will need this test kit. Easy to use, a good quantity and quality for the price. My results are never all over the place like other reviewers. Besides these few flaws I have to say it's a great starter kit. This is essential for an accurate reading.
- Jungle TK888W 5-in-1 Quick Dip Test Strips, 25-Pack
- Complete All In One Test
- One dip tests for All 5 Levels in Freshwater or Saltwater aquariums
- PH, Nitrate, Nitrite, Hardness, and Alkalinity
- Country of Origin: UNITED STATES
- Manufacture: Jungle
- Product Dimensions: 1.5 x 1.5 x 5.75 inches; 0.8 Ounces
- Editor's Impressions Of The Jungle TK888W
- Test Accuracy [star rating='5']
- Quality [star rating='4.4']
- Value For Money [star rating='4']
- Affordability [star rating='5']
Jungle TK888W Final Thoughts
"This is a good item."Here's Tetra's strips if you're curious. I have a 55 gallon tank with a few large goldfish. Price is good for the quantity and functionality of the tester strips. Well I found out why they were gulping so bad. Comes with a lot of test strips, that are extremely easy to use and read. The rest of the test in the kit are much easier to use. You mostly find them using API also.
Overall Score
4.6
(82 Points)
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5. Red Sea Marine Care Program Ammonia Test Kit
User Ratings: 81
Red Sea Fish Pharm Ltd. First Impressions
"Thanks Red Sea."Very good instructions and a comparison color chart. They showed the same results as these for the sites they had in common. If you're looking for a quick-hit on a range of water quality these are the answer. If you want accurate pH get the API liquid test that includes pH and high pH. I started wearing gloves when I use the kit. I would not use it solely for checking nitrate and nitrites. My water was good to go and soon after I for fish that are doing well!
- Red Sea Marine Care Program Ammonia Test Kit
- Manufacture: Red Sea Fish Pharm Ltd.
- Editor's Impressions Of The Red Sea Fish Pharm Ltd.
- Test Accuracy [star rating='4.7']
- Quality [star rating='4.5']
- Value For Money [star rating='4']
- Affordability [star rating='4.6']
Red Sea Fish Pharm Ltd. Final Thoughts
"Pond water testing."This is not the right way to use this test, as it took me awhile to realize this. It does'not' have the same accuracy but it’s very close. I have not had any problem whatsoever. Easy to use, a good quantity and quality for the price. The kH pad sometimes has the same problem as well. About my pic color difference of the water and the chart and about the bad reviews. So this thing worked very well and gave a reading that made perfect sense.
Overall Score
4.6
(5 Points)
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6. Red Sea Marine Care Program Ammonia Test Kit
User Ratings: 81
Red Sea Fish Pharm Ltd. First Impressions
"Great magnesium test kit."Not sure if the reading is 0 or more likely something between 0-. I wish there were a simpler accurate test for it. Also, I'd avoid Tetra's strips to be honest- the reviews speak for themselves. It's really accurate and makes me feel like I'm a scientist while doing it. Will definitely buy again, if we ever run out! They're super easy to read and seem to be pretty accurate. Probably won't buy again because of the bleeding issues.
- Red Sea Marine Care Program Ammonia Test Kit
- Manufacture: Red Sea Fish Pharm Ltd.
- Editor's Impressions Of The Red Sea Fish Pharm Ltd.
- Test Accuracy [star rating='5']
- Quality [star rating='4.8']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.5']
- Affordability [star rating='5']
Red Sea Fish Pharm Ltd. Final Thoughts
"Helps keep my fish happy."First few strips I used gave an accurate ready. It is easy to use and accurate enough. If this review was helpful, please click the helpful button! Very easy to use and very easy to read test strips. About my pic color difference of the water and the chart and about the bad reviews. Quantity of strips seems very good. The strips are packaged well so they stay fresh and ready to use.
Overall Score
4.6
(5 Points)
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7. Mastitis Milk Cowside Home Test Indicators, Box of 30 Indicator Cards
User Ratings: 73 4
H W Naylor MI First Impressions
"I really enjoy this kit."Overall good value for a small hobbyist aquarium owner. Nice that so many things are tested with one dip in the water. I was having trouble keeping my fish tank water looking good. It is one small part of the overall aquarium ownership experience. A plus is that they don't bleed colors while testing. I have a 55 gallon tank with a few large goldfish. I'm the test strip came in handy it saved all of my fish.
- Mastitis Milk Cowside Home Test Indicators, Box of 30 Indicator Cards
- Mastitis indicators are safe and simple colormetric cow-side tests for mastitic milk, designed to test the milk from the corresponding quarter of the cows udder
- A color-change blotter card reveals flakes and clots, and also tests for abnormally alkaline milk, all of which point to a mastitis infection
- The depth of color is usually in direct proportion to the degree of mastitis infection
- Many cases of mastitis in the early stages can be successfully treated. For the determination of curable cases and a course of treatment, consult a veterinarian
- Unused testers should be kept in a clean, dry place away from light and stable odors
- Manufacture: H W NAYLOR
- Part Number: MI
- Material: Plastic
- Item Weight: 1.6 ounces
- Product Dimensions: 3 x 3 x 1 inches
- Batteries Included?: No
- Batteries Required?: No
- Editor's Impressions Of The H W Naylor MI
- Test Accuracy [star rating='4.4']
- Quality [star rating='4.1']
- Value For Money [star rating='5']
- Affordability [star rating='4.4']
H W Naylor MI Final Thoughts
"These strips are great."But after last night these are a must have for me. These are working very well for me. They showed the same results as these for the sites they had in common. My tap water actually was really green and was a very close match to the 1. Strips are accurate as far as I can tell. The stripa are easy to use, clear instructions and I gor results in seconds. I set up a bunch of 20 gallon tanks for fry and stuff.
Overall Score
4.5
(50 Points)
PRICE AVAILABLE ON AMAZON
8. Salifert Master Reef Testing Combo Kit - Saltwater Aquariums
User Ratings: 84
Salifert First Impressions
"Thank you!"So did another water change today and now I have happy fish. Overall, I am very happy with this kit. Well I found out why they were gulping so bad. Overall good value for a small hobbyist aquarium owner. Wasn't labeled that way in the descriptor. It shows it could be between 1-20 but the liquid shows 0. Will definitely buy again, if we ever run out!
- Salifert Master Reef Testing Combo Kit - Saltwater Aquariums
- Six Salifert Professional Test Kits
- Includes Calcium, Nitrate, Phosphate, pH, Alkalinity & Magnesium
- Includes all the Core parameters of any Saltwater Aquarium/Marine Reef Tank
- Manufacture: Salifert
- Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 7.4 x 6.7 inches; 1.55 Pounds
- Editor's Impressions Of The Salifert
- Test Accuracy [star rating='4.3']
- Quality [star rating='5']
- Value For Money [star rating='4.8']
- Affordability [star rating='5']
Salifert Final Thoughts
"75, for example."These helped me check the levels and they were easy to use. Easy to use, a good quantity and quality for the price. This spreads out the 6 month expiration date after opening. The test strips work as advertised. Comes with a lot of test strips, that are extremely easy to use and read. I would not use it solely for checking nitrate and nitrites. This is essential for an accurate reading.
Overall Score
4.8
(112 Points)
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9. Aquaforest Phosphate PO4 Test Kit
Aquaforest First Impressions
"Nice product."Despite what it says on the chart, oxygen at 6mg will cause fish to start gulping. I cut each strip down the middle so that I have even more tests. Overall, I am very happy with this kit. I even got an extra 32 test strips as an added bonus. The strips are packaged well so they stay fresh and ready to use. I find that the accuracy is wrong in the sense it's better than it reads. The stripa are easy to use, clear instructions and I gor results in seconds.
- Aquaforest Phosphate PO4 Test Kit
- Manufacture: Aquaforest
- Item Weight: 1.32 Pounds
- Editor's Impressions Of The Aquaforest
- Test Accuracy [star rating='5']
- Quality [star rating='4.2']
- Value For Money [star rating='5']
- Affordability [star rating='5']
Aquaforest Final Thoughts
"It is very easy to use."If you're looking for a quick-hit on a range of water quality these are the answer. This spreads out the 6 month expiration date after opening. My results are never all over the place like other reviewers. Not sure if the reading is 0 or more likely something between 0-. But, I will continue to order Tetra's 6 in 1 until someone makes a better test strip. This spreads out the 6 month expiration date after opening. The nitrate test is a little finicky as most users will agree.
Overall Score
5.0
(2 Points)
PRICE AVAILABLE ON AMAZON
10. EASYTEST 6-Way Aquarium Test Strips for Freshwater, Fast and Accurate Quality Testing for Nitrate, N...
User Ratings: 73 5
EASYTEST First Impressions
"Was good for 3 years."It does take some time though to actually get it done. Every test I do takes just a few drops. It is easy to use and accurate enough. But it is accurate and convenient as is. Before, I brought water into a pet store, but kept seeing no signs of improvement. It you take it to a local fish store. I respect a company that backs their product.
- EASYTEST 6-Way Aquarium Test Strips for Freshwater, Fast and Accurate Quality Testing for Nitrate, Nitrite, General Hardness, Free Chlorine, PH, Carbonate. 100 Counts
- TEST FOR 6 PARAMETERS: Nitrite, Nitrate, General Hardness, PH, Free Chlorine, Carbonate
- FAST&EASY: No need to shake strip after dipping into water，just one single dip in the water for 2 seconds and then remove it. Hold the strip horizontally for 60 seconds, compare with color chart on bottle to get accurate results of your water quality.
- ACCURATE RESULTS: EASYTEST test strips are made of high-quality fiber paper and specially designed as 6mm width to ensure color pads have better contact with water, so the strips will provide instant and reliable result for AQUARIUMS, FISH TANKS and PONDS.
- LONG SHELF LIFE: 100 Stripes In total. 50 in Bottle. 50 refills in sealed moisture-proof foil bag to ensure the stripes can be stored for 2 years.
- TESTING TIPS: It is important to test often to verify good water quality for your fish. Test weekly with EASYTEST aquarium 6 in 1 test strips, you can determine water values quickly, safely and easily. Please contact customer support for any questions.
- It is important to test your aquarium water weekly to verify good quality.
- The whole set contains one barrel and a refill pack, 100 strips in total.
- Manufacture: EASYTEST
- Product Dimensions: 4.69 x 2.13 x 2.13 inches; 2.47 Ounces
- Editor's Impressions Of The EASYTEST
- Test Accuracy [star rating='4.7']
- Quality [star rating='5']
- Value For Money [star rating='3.8']
- Affordability [star rating='3.8']
EASYTEST Final Thoughts
"Thank you!"Quantity of strips seems very good. This test kit is easy to use and the results are easy to read. I have a 55 gallon tank with a few large goldfish. Every test I do takes just a few drops. Their Whisper 1-5 filter cartridges have skyrocketed in price and become a scarcity. But, I will continue to order Tetra's 6 in 1 until someone makes a better test strip. I mean some people would never do a water test at all.
Overall Score
4.5
(64 Points)
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