Editor's Choice - Our Favorite MingDak Aquarium Water Changers

1. MingDak Aquarium Gravel Cleaner Vacuum Siphon Pump - Siphon Gravel Washer/Water Changer with Flow Co...

User Ratings: 51 13

MingDak 4346782288 First Impressions

"It cleans itself!"

I liked the idea of this product when I saw it, and decided to take a chance. The shower head also has a nice pressure control on it to make it Spray more or less. Simple, lightweight design does exactly what it says it will do. Gets under decorations between plants and in corners. I take that off to hit the fine crevices. It kept coming off and made a mess on the floor. I am very pleased with this product!

  • MingDak Aquarium Gravel Cleaner Vacuum Siphon Pump - Siphon Gravel Washer/Water Changer with Flow Controller, Long Nozzle and Tank Clip for Water Changing and Gravel Cleaning-BPA Free
  • Ideal for replacing water in aquarium tank, squeeze the Pump to Initiate the Siphon to Start Transferring Liquid from One Receptacle to Another
  • Takes the Waste out too while Replacing the Water; Unique Pump Filter Allows Dirt in Sand to be Discharged along with Water
  • Two Types of Nozzles: Shorter Nozzle for Drainage , the Longer Nozzle for Gravel Cleaning without hurting any Aquarium Fish when in Use
  • SAFE FOR ALL — Aquarium Cleaning Pump is made with lightweight, high-quality, BPA-free plastic that’s safe for you and your pets.
  • EASY TO USE — Just place the nozzle and hose in your tank then use a suction cup to attach it to the tank. This will make work easier for you because you don’t need to hold it while draining out water!
  • Manufacture: Mingdak
  • Editor's Impressions Of The MingDak 4346782288
  • Cleaning Ability [star rating='3.2']
  • Quality [star rating='4']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.6']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.2']

MingDak 4346782288 Final Thoughts

"This works really well."

I opted for a gift card and I will have to find another way to make this thing. Once you get the tank water flowing out of the tubing. Once you practice with it some its a really nice thing to have. I also found that the angled attachment clogged way easy. Most of the time I just took out half tank then top off with fresh water. I used a plastic hose from home depot as this black hose is worthless. I put it together in a cinch and was off and running.

Overall Score
3.9

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

2. Gulfstream Tropical AGU00126 125-Gallon Mag-Replacement Pad Felt for Aquarium Cleaner, Medium

User Ratings: 80

Gulfstream Tropical 909004 First Impressions

"Don't do that!"

I have several divided tanks and I struggle to get the normal syphon in to clean. This hose would be over kill for 20 gals or less but I have 40 gal tanks. It works great and was fairly inexpensive compared to other similar products. I gotta say tho that it's really powerful. My prior one took several squeezes and I had to hold a finger over the outlet. I put it together in a cinch and was off and running. The nuisance has certainly yielded me from cleaning tank more often.

  • Gulfstream Tropical AGU00126 125-Gallon Mag-Replacement Pad Felt for Aquarium Cleaner, Medium
  • Mag replacement pad felt 125 medium
  • Package contains one pad and one felt for mag-float brand aquarium cleaners
  • Choose the one that fits your size and type of aquarium
  • Manufacture: TopDawg Pet Supply
  • Product Dimensions: 0.02 x 0.02 x 0.02 inches; 0.32 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Gulfstream Tropical 909004
  • Cleaning Ability [star rating='5']
  • Quality [star rating='5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.1']
  • Affordability [star rating='5']

Gulfstream Tropical 909004 Final Thoughts

"It's so easy."

It finally broke after 10 years of use so I could justify buying a new one! I put it together in a cinch and was off and running. Once you practice with it some its a really nice thing to have. Great product and would highly recommend! Now, the water change is a piece of cake. So this thing has alot of parts and poor instructions. Ignore the orang plastic clip that attaches to a bucket.

Overall Score
4.7

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

3. SunGrow Aquarium Water Change Gloves, 19.6 Inches Long, No-Skid Design, Keep Hands and Arms Dry, Sea...

User Ratings: 46 17

SunGrow First Impressions

"I purchased two of these."

The bucket clamp also doesn't work very well. I got this to replace my previous siphon, which was falling apart and pretty nasty. Soft tubing, large debris basket, hand pump to get it to flow. Very impressed with their responsiveness as they stand behind their product. It's too small, just wash that baby out at the sink. This water pump certainly takes much of those hassle out of water changes. That will show you which parts go were.

  • SunGrow Aquarium Water Change Gloves, 19.6 Inches Long, No-Skid Design, Keep Hands and Arms Dry, Seamless Stitching and Elastic Cuff, 1 Pair
  • KEEP ARMS & HANDS DRY WITH GLOVES --- Use SunGrow Aquarium Gloves whenever you perform aquarium tasks, be it shifting the fish or just playing with them with your hands in water.
  • PERFECT MATCH FOR SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED AQUARIUMS --- The glove exterior is water-resistive while a soft fine Cashmere lining provides a warm, comfortable interior. Please note that the purple part of the glove will get wet. The pair of gloves perfectly fits for using in small aquariums ranging two to ten gallons.c
  • ARM LENGTH WITH SEAMLESS STITCHING & ELASTIC CUFF --- Keep your hands, arms and sleeves dry with the extra long 19.6 inches (50 cm) SunGrow Aquarium Gloves with superior seamless stitching. A secure elastic cuff around the wrist of each glove ensures that the SunGrow Aquarium Gloves won’t slide down or fall off while you are wearing them.
  • NO SKID DESIGN --- The non-skidding surface of the SunGrow Aquarium Gloves makes the task very convenient when handling sensitive aquatic life such as coral, sea anemone and crustaceans.
  • ALTERNATE USES OTHER THAN AQUARIUM MAINTENANCE --- The versatile SunGrow Aquarium Gloves are also useful for a variety of tasks such as hand washing your cars, bathroom and dish washing.
  • Editor's Impressions Of The SunGrow
  • Cleaning Ability [star rating='3.7']
  • Quality [star rating='4.5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.5']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.7']

SunGrow Final Thoughts

"Fairly easy set up."

Simple, lightweight design does exactly what it says it will do. The vacuum insn't too loud which is good, and has very good suction. Perhaps if it gets a piece of sand in the pump then it freezes or seizes. I put it together in a cinch and was off and running. This siphon really sucks, and I'm glad I bought it. So much better than my smaller python. I also found that the angled attachment clogged way easy.

Overall Score
3.7

[star rating="3.7"]
(296 Points)

4. YCTECH Aquarium Gravel Vacuum Cleaner: 6 Watt Automatic Filter Gravel Cleaning | Fish Tank Sand Clea...

User Ratings: 41 15

YCTECH First Impressions

"Very high quality."

You can see the debris coming up the tube like an elevator- hahah. Definitely worth the money spent on the product. I wish i had bought this the first time. The bucket clamp also doesn't work very well. It did however do a better job than the gravel vac i was using before. This water pump certainly takes much of those hassle out of water changes. I let everything soak in water and washed with safe dish soap before using.

  • YCTECH Aquarium Gravel Vacuum Cleaner: 6 Watt Automatic Filter Gravel Cleaning | Fish Tank Sand Cleaner | Sludge Extractor | Water Changer | Sand Washing | Dirt Suction
  • Application: This aquarium electric gravel sand washer is suitable for daily fish tank cleaning or water change maintenance,Suit for freshwater and seawater. Easy To Install And Use
  • Cleaning mode: sand washing mode and suction mode, this sand washing device can effectively clean the sand at the bottom of the fish tank or suck away the excess dirt at the bottom of the fish tank.
  • Water change mode: When using the water change mode, please install the water pipe at the package to easily change the water.
  • Power is 6W, powerful water pump motor can provide the maximum flow of 92 GPH. Suction enough to change water, suck food debris & fish poop out of aquarium quickly. Save your time and reduce fatigue.
  • With Flexible Structure: You Can Adjust The Flexible Hose To Appropriate Length According To Depth Of Your Aquarium to suit for both shallow and deep aquarium,water low level can reach 1.97In - 3.94In.it is also equip with soft water hose, it is more easy to empoty the water out or add water.
  • Manufacture: YCTECH
  • Editor's Impressions Of The YCTECH
  • Cleaning Ability [star rating='3.5']
  • Quality [star rating='3.7']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.1']

YCTECH Final Thoughts

"This was perfect."

I pushed the tip down into the substrate and pulled the ditritus out right away. Now, the water change is a piece of cake. It finally broke after 10 years of use so I could justify buying a new one! I have several divided tanks and I struggle to get the normal syphon in to clean. Had a minor issue which their service department addressed immediately. I had to shake the substrate out of the bottom inch of the tube only twice! I let everything soak in water and washed with safe dish soap before using.

Overall Score
3.6

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

5. VavoPaw 5 in 1 Fish Tank Cleaner, Quick Water Changer with Air-Pressing Button, Glass Scraper, Water...

User Ratings: 53 12

VavoPaw First Impressions

"Doing an 80."

Putting the thing together is really intuitive and easy. Easy peasy and clean up is a breeze. This is definitely a better tool overall. It's too small, just wash that baby out at the sink. And suddenly it began running again! Perhaps if it gets a piece of sand in the pump then it freezes or seizes. It is simple, but not without being a very thoughtfully designed product.

  • VavoPaw 5 in 1 Fish Tank Cleaner, Quick Water Changer with Air-Pressing Button, Glass Scraper, Water Flow Controller, Extendable Pipe, Fish Tank Sand Aquarium Gravel Cleaner Kit - Black
  • 5 in 1 Function: This Aquarium Vacuum Gravel Cleaner is suitable for various types of fish tanks, which can be used for Sand Washing, Water Channging, Excrement Absorbing, Sand Raking, Fish Tank Glass Scraping and so on.
  • Convenient Air-pressing Button: Keep pressing until the water flows out automatically. Tips: Please keep the outlet below the inlet at least 19.69 inch / 50 cm when pumping water.
  • Easy to Use: It's convenient to install and easy to operate. Do not need to energize when changing water, this siphon will work as long as the drainage bucket is lower than the tank. Please note that the water outlet must lower at least 20 inch than the inlet when using.
  • Fish Protector: The fish tank gravel cleaner includes a filter basket net which can protect little fish and small gravel from sucking out of the aquarium accidentally.
  • Included Glass Scraper: Clean your fish tank without scratching it. The dimension of the glass scraper is : 5.7 inch * 2.6 inch ( 14.5 cm * 6.7 cm ).
  • Manufacture: VavoPaw
  • Product Dimensions: 15.75 x 1.18 x 1.18 inches; 10 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The VavoPaw
  • Cleaning Ability [star rating='3.1']
  • Quality [star rating='4.7']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.4']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.6']

VavoPaw Final Thoughts

"TIME SAVER!"

It's really a super super great tool. It does the job I need it to,very effective. I used a plastic hose from home depot as this black hose is worthless. My prior one took several squeezes and I had to hold a finger over the outlet. With this product I was able to do it by myself quickly and easily! I didn't see any grease or anything, but it smelled like it. So much better than my smaller python.

Overall Score
3.9

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

6. Continuum Aquatics Phyto Blast Phytoplankton Complex 250ml

Continuum Aquatics First Impressions

"I love it."

The water gets going fast too so be careful lol thanks so much! It got clogged a few times and i had to take it to the sink and run water through it. The easy siphoning of fish debris used to be a pain to do. It quit working after the second use! It does the same work, only better and in half the time. Very impressed with their responsiveness as they stand behind their product. This little tool helped so much my bare bottom tank looks great again.

  • Continuum Aquatics Phyto Blast Phytoplankton Complex 250ml
  • Phyto Blast Phytoplankton Complex 250ml
  • Manufacture: Continuum Aquatics
  • Product Dimensions: 1.18 x 1.18 x 1.18 inches; 8 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Continuum Aquatics
  • Cleaning Ability [star rating='4']
  • Quality [star rating='5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.3']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.1']

Continuum Aquatics Final Thoughts

"Oh my gosh!"

The item's weren't dirty or greasy or anything, but the smell was pretty strong. It is not good to let the goldfish encounter the cold water directly. I got this one until my son broke my siphon. The bucket clamp also doesn't work very well. Once you get the tank water flowing out of the tubing. And kind of shook it and tested it by plugging it in. I let everything soak in water and washed with safe dish soap before using.

Overall Score
5.0

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

7. OASE Indoor Aquatics Aqua in-Out Set 800

OASE Indoor Aquatics 55144 First Impressions

"Finally, I found this."

You won't go wrong with this product. So this thing has alot of parts and poor instructions. Soft tubing, large debris basket, hand pump to get it to flow. Best fish maintenance product I have purchased. It fills buckets faster than my old siphon. Just incase there is residual factory lube or something on it. Sometimes I would get tank water in my mouth.

  • OASE Indoor Aquatics Aqua in-Out Set 800
  • The aqua in-out set 800 makes Aquarium water changes fast and easy
  • Moves old water out of the Aquarium and new treated water into the aquarium
  • Pump includes flow Control feature as well as a fish safe adjustable intake screen
  • Set includes: pump, 33 ft. Of tubing, and tube fasteners with suction cups
  • Made in Italy, backed by German engineering
  • Manufacture: OASE
  • Product Dimensions: 3 x 2 x 3.5 inches; 5.52 Pounds
  • Editor's Impressions Of The OASE Indoor Aquatics 55144
  • Cleaning Ability [star rating='5']
  • Quality [star rating='4.1']
  • Value For Money [star rating='5']
  • Affordability [star rating='5']

OASE Indoor Aquatics 55144 Final Thoughts

"It worked perfectly."

Python is good too but this is fast, easy and light. Water changing+ vacuuming, you can use it as powerhead to make more water movement. It did however do a better job than the gravel vac i was using before. Instead, I would suck from the end of the tube until water came out. I found that it's difficult to use. Makes cleaning my daughter's turtle tank much, much easier. Easy peasy and clean up is a breeze.

Overall Score
5.0

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

8. Two Little Fishies ATLCB2C C Balance, 32-Ounce, 2 Bottles

User Ratings: 72 6

Two Little Fishies 481524 First Impressions

"I highly recommend this."

Sometimes I would get tank water in my mouth. I washed mine with mild dish soap and the small was gone. I pushed the tip down into the substrate and pulled the ditritus out right away. Putting the thing together is really intuitive and easy. Perhaps if it gets a piece of sand in the pump then it freezes or seizes. I got this one until my son broke my siphon. The speed of water removal works for cleaning an occupied tank.

  • Two Little Fishies ATLCB2C C Balance, 32-Ounce, 2 Bottles
  • Two Little Fishies Balance
  • A two-part solution for replenishing calcium and alkalinity
  • Promotes the optimal conditions for stony corals and coralline algae.
  • Manufacture: TopDawg Pet Supply
  • Product Dimensions: 0.02 x 0.02 x 0.02 inches; 0.32 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Two Little Fishies 481524
  • Cleaning Ability [star rating='4.9']
  • Quality [star rating='3.8']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.5']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.9']

Two Little Fishies 481524 Final Thoughts

"Or just squeeze."

So this thing has alot of parts and poor instructions. Thank you for making my job easier. Python overkill for that size but it has it's place. Thank you for making my job easier. This one doesn't lose suction, and is easy to use. This one doesn't lose suction, and is easy to use. I wanted another one but amazon just wants me to return it.

Overall Score
4.5

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

9. Aquarium Gravel Cleaner with Clips, Quick & Easy Assembly, Long Nozzle Manual Water Pump, Great for ...

User Ratings: 51 9

SunGrow First Impressions

"Multiple uses."

I have a 55 gallon turtle aquarium and this works awesome for it. I wish i had bought this the first time. It did however do a better job than the gravel vac i was using before. Very impressed with their responsiveness as they stand behind their product. It finally broke after 10 years of use so I could justify buying a new one! This little tool helped so much my bare bottom tank looks great again. It finally broke after 10 years of use so I could justify buying a new one!

  • Aquarium Gravel Cleaner with Clips, Quick & Easy Assembly, Long Nozzle Manual Water Pump, Great for Frequent Water Changes, Fish Tank Cleaning Kit for Saltwater and Freshwater
  • ✔ ALL INCLUSIVE AQUARIUM CLEANING KIT --- Everything you need to properly and effortlessly change your aquarium water is included in the all-in-one gravel cleaning kit by SunGrow. Not only do you receive the long nozzle, durable Rhinox tubing, priming bulb and discharge hose, but also a pair of high-quality mounting clips.
  • ✔ ELIMINATES UNPLEASANT FISHY SMELL --- We all love the look of our pet fish, but the fishy smell is a different story. The best way to keep your aquarium fresh is by regularly cleaning the gravel and substrate of debris. Fish waste, excess minerals and leftover food can get caught and begin to cause an unpleasant odor.
  • ✔ EXTRA LONG, FLEXIBLE NOZZLE --- Because the flexible vacuum nozzle in the practical SunGrow Aquarium Maintenance Kit is an extra long 4.5 feet (135cm), it makes cleaning your fish tank even easier. With such a long nozzle, there is no need to worry about getting your sleeves wet or spilling water.
  • ✔ EASY TO USE MOUNTING CLIPS --- Each aquarium water changer is easily mounted to the rim of your fish tank or bucket using the included pair of blue tube clips. With the help of these efficient mounting clips, any 8mm to 16mm hose or tubing is firmly held in place for quick and easy tank cleaning.
  • ✔ USEFUL FOR A VARIETY OF SUBSTRATES --- More than just a simple gravel cleaner, the easy prime suction pipe works on many types of tanks and different kinds of aquarium or terrarium substrates. The high quality siphon works on quartz gravel, sand, vermiculite and crushed coral for reef and brackish water tanks.
  • Manufacture: Luffy Pets Collection
  • Editor's Impressions Of The SunGrow
  • Cleaning Ability [star rating='3.3']
  • Quality [star rating='4.9']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.4']

SunGrow Final Thoughts

"That was a bit confusing."

It works great and was fairly inexpensive compared to other similar products. You won't go wrong with this product. I wish i had bought this the first time. This little tool helped so much my bare bottom tank looks great again. I got this one until my son broke my siphon. The best thing is I don't need to shovel gravels out to clean the bottom of the tank. We have a snapping turtle and I was having to clean his tank 2-3 times a month.

Overall Score
4.0

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

10. POPETPOP Aquarium Vacuum Gravel Cleaner Fish Tank Cleaner Washer Siphon Water Changer with Glass Wip...

User Ratings: 28 36

POPETPOP First Impressions

"Oh my gosh!"

Gets under decorations between plants and in corners. I LOVE IT SO MUCH I'm getting another for the fish tank at my Mom's house. It doesn't try to eat the rocks like the triangular head does. I wish i had bought this the first time. I just don't know why I didn’t order it sooner. I even separated the tubes and used it to clean my small 5 gallon! It kept coming off and made a mess on the floor.

  • POPETPOP Aquarium Vacuum Gravel Cleaner Fish Tank Cleaner Washer Siphon Water Changer with Glass Wiper
  • Comes with glass wiper, easy to install and use.
  • Remove the dirty things from the bottom of your aquarium effectively.
  • Suitable for both small and large aquariums.
  • Also be used as a water siphon for water changes, or to empty your aquarium when you connect a hose to outlet.
  • Adjustable height. Hose filter bag included.
  • Manufacture: POPETPOP
  • Product Dimensions: 31.5 x 3.94 x 1.18 inches; 5.28 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The POPETPOP
  • Cleaning Ability [star rating='3.3']
  • Quality [star rating='2.1']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.4']
  • Affordability [star rating='2.7']

POPETPOP Final Thoughts

"Wish I got one sooner!"

This hose would be over kill for 20 gals or less but I have 40 gal tanks. And suddenly it began running again! It's too small, just wash that baby out at the sink. It is simple, but not without being a very thoughtfully designed product. I could see it working for 10 gallons, especially with a little experience. But all in all, I'm relieved and happy! Love the item and recommend this seller!

Overall Score
3.1

[star rating="3.1"]
(10 Points)

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