Editor's Choice - Our Favorite AquaTop Aquarium Water Pump Accessories

1. CP-MAGMOUNT Optional Magnet Mount for CPS Series CIRCULATING Pumps

AquaTop First Impressions

"Great pump!"

I regularly test for nitrate, nitrite, total hardness, alkalinity, pH. This had turned my tank from a black algae mess to Crystal clear. There are all sorts of things you can do and setup's you can apply these pump's too. Third pic was taken 15 days after the first pic, 5 days after the second. The COODIA UV filter is behind the big rose quartz on the left. The pump is quiet and energy efficeint. The water has cleared considerably, but it is still a tiny bit milky.

  • CP-MAGMOUNT Optional Magnet Mount for CPS Series CIRCULATING Pumps
  • Optional magnet mount for the AQUATOP CPS-1, CPS-3, CPS-12 or CPS-24 Wave Maker Circulating Pumps
  • Provides a sturdy and secure hold to any glass or acrylic surface up to .6" or 15mm thick
  • Works with CPS-1, CPS-3, CPS-12, CPS-24 Eave Maker Circulating Pump
  • Can also be used as a replacement magnet mount for the Aquatop CP Series Circulating Pumps
  • Manufacture: AQUATOP
  • Item Weight: 2 Pounds
  • Editor's Impressions Of The AquaTop
  • Quality [star rating='5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.7']
  • Affordability [star rating='4']

AquaTop Final Thoughts

"Last one ran for 8 years."

This UV sterilizer beat my expectations. If you have turtles and want to circulate the air around this is for you! UV lights do loose their effectiveness over time. If you have turtles and want to circulate the air around this is for you! Fit perfect on my eheim canister 2213. Very well-made product and fits on a filter I am using that is not from this company. I figured it must have been left over from manufacturing or it had broken in transit.

Overall Score
5.0

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

2. IceCap 4-Tube Magnetic Tubing Holder

User Ratings: 84

IceCap First Impressions

"Highly recommend!"

It works, but you may want to get some type of adapter to address this. I did everything to combat it that I could. I turned to Amazon, and sure enough, it was there. I had to take it out of the tank and pull off the cover to see if the light was on. Replacing my 15 yr old aquarium hoses due to old one hardening. I can not say enough about this great product. I felt that was way to soon so I refused to purchase another from them.

  • IceCap 4-Tube Magnetic Tubing Holder
  • Dimensions (LxWxH): 2.875 x 2 x 1.75in
  • Magnetically mounts to most surfaces up to 1/2in thick!
  • Holds 4-Tubes
  • Manufacture: Coralvue
  • Editor's Impressions Of The IceCap
  • Quality [star rating='5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.3']
  • Affordability [star rating='5']

IceCap Final Thoughts

"Oh, and one more thing."

Actually its a no maintenance pump. They like lining up and swimming against it. Easy to use, but has no instructions, at least mine didn't. Company is very responsive to any questions or concerns. Great pump for CPR BakPak protein skimmer. I was skeptical because of the price, but this thing really is a game changer! I have the Eheim 3000 also and both pumps are well worth the money!

Overall Score
4.8

[star rating="4.8"]
(7 Points)

3. Laguna Elbow Connector for PowerJet Pump Kit, 1/2-Inch

Laguna PT685 First Impressions

"Does the job."

Company is very responsive to any questions or concerns. There are two pieces of wood among the rocks. I believe I have never had a Marineland product before, and am generally impressed. It tasted delicious and looked great in my glass. Second pic was taken 10 days later. If you have a Biocube 29 HQI, this is a great choice at a reasonable price. It tasted delicious and looked great in my glass.

  • Laguna Elbow Connector for PowerJet Pump Kit, 1/2-Inch
  • Reversible argyle raincoat
  • Suitable for PowerJet PT400 pump kits
  • This product weighs 0.02-pound
  • 1/2-Inch hose size
  • Measures 1/2-inch length by 5-inch height by 3-1/2-inch width
  • Manufacture: Laguna
  • Product Dimensions: 0.5 x 3.5 x 5 inches; 0.16 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Laguna PT685
  • Quality [star rating='4.6']
  • Value For Money [star rating='5']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.4']

Laguna PT685 Final Thoughts

"Oh, and one more thing."

Just a quick note about UV sterilizers in general. Adjusted flow output by half and my aquarium is now crystal clear. The clip with prongs to keep the tube in place also doesn't fit and stay in place. It replaced a Quiet1One 9000 pump which was nothing but trouble since I installed it. Smokes their DNA at the reproductive level making them sterile. The flow rate is great for my 20 gallon. I have a 29 gallon Oceanic Nanocube and have always had poor water circulation.

Overall Score
5.0

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

4. MistKing 22252 Ultimate Value Misting System V4.0

User Ratings: 83 4

MistKing 22252 First Impressions

"Check it out below."

Love it, I have used it here and there for filling up my tanks easier. After two more days of running, I turned it off because of the current. The Aquatop seem and the flow feels more powerful. If you're settling up any Eheim filter system, use the actual OEM green tubing. Great pump for CPR BakPak protein skimmer. UV lights do loose their effectiveness over time. I have high end pumps by Eheim and Danner for high flow applications.

  • MistKing 22252 Ultimate Value Misting System V4.0
  • This product is easy to use
  • This product adds a great Value
  • This product is Manufactured in Canada
  • Manufacture: Prime Pet Deals - Code 2
  • Product Dimensions: 4.6 x 4.3 x 2.5 inches; 4.3 Pounds
  • Editor's Impressions Of The MistKing 22252
  • Quality [star rating='5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='5']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.5']

MistKing 22252 Final Thoughts

"Money well spent."

Very well-made product and fits on a filter I am using that is not from this company. Has lasted a few years now without any problems. Replacement pump arrived quickly and my tank was up and running like it should. Another few days and a surface wipe down and I suspect I'll have crystal clear water. I've had it running for almost a week, and it's basically silent. I had to replace my aquarium pump recently after five years of service. Not having a free flow intake is what burns electric pump motors out.

Overall Score
4.7

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

5. Eheim AEH7287148 Canister O-Ring 2217 for Aquarium Water Pump

User Ratings: 68

Eheim 207139 First Impressions

"Highly recommend!"

Absolutely love this product works amazing. Not having a free flow intake is what burns electric pump motors out. This causes it to rattle and stop turning altogether. It's been YEARS and no nasty looking tubing. So now we all understand; this thing is legit. My old Snapper needed to be cleaned and rebuilt after 6 years of constant use. This had turned my tank from a black algae mess to Crystal clear.

  • Eheim AEH7287148 Canister O-Ring 2217 for Aquarium Water Pump
  • This product is easy to use
  • This product adds a great Value
  • This product is Manufactured in Germany
  • Manufacture: TopDawg Pet Supply
  • Product Dimensions: 1 x 1 x 1 inches; 0.71 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Eheim 207139
  • Quality [star rating='4.2']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.3']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.2']

Eheim 207139 Final Thoughts

"Perfect fit."

Not noisy, fine bubbles, fair price. It also couldn't be easier to install. Second pic was taken 10 days later. I came home to a bloom explosion and water that looked like kiwi sangria. My aquarium is free of algae and is so clear and pristine. The two combined solved my dirty water problem within a few hours! I removed the old pump from my Protein Skimmer and put this one in place.

Overall Score
4.4

[star rating="4.4"]
(6 Points)

6. Laguna Outlet Adapter for PowerJet Fountain Pumps, 1/2-Inch

Laguna PT603 First Impressions

"Money well spent."

Fit perfect on my eheim canister 2213. I believe I have never had a Marineland product before, and am generally impressed. Third pic was taken 15 days after the first pic, 5 days after the second. My old Snapper needed to be cleaned and rebuilt after 6 years of constant use. Company is very responsive to any questions or concerns. I would've spent more on just an air pump and stone than I did for this. Not noisy, fine bubbles, fair price.

  • Laguna Outlet Adapter for PowerJet Fountain Pumps, 1/2-Inch
  • Reversible argyle raincoat
  • Fits Laguna PowerJet 200 fountain pump kit
  • Also fits Laguna PowerJet fountain pump models 500, 1000, 1500
  • Measures 1/2-inch diameter
  • Manufacture: Laguna
  • Product Dimensions: 1 x 4 x 0.1 inches; 0.32 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Laguna PT603
  • Quality [star rating='4.2']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4']
  • Affordability [star rating='5']

Laguna PT603 Final Thoughts

"Not really a big deal."

This UV sterilizer beat my expectations. Only other issue I have is how stiff the tubing is. It tasted delicious and looked great in my glass. Not noisy, fine bubbles, fair price. Bak Pak replacement worked great for me. Arrived soon enough, and packaged adequately. Eheim is one of the best filters out there.

Overall Score
5.0

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

7. Atman Ph2000 Skimmer Pump with Needle Wheel Impeller Sca-302

User Ratings: 56 13

SC Aquariums First Impressions

"Thanks again!"

Absolutely love this product works amazing. I believe I have never had a Marineland product before, and am generally impressed. Not noisy, fine bubbles, fair price. Second pic was taken 10 days later. The most impressive thing about this pump is how quiet it is! Very nice pump for my Phosphate reactor. Closing the shades and a massive water change could not hold it at bay.

  • Atman Ph2000 Skimmer Pump with Needle Wheel Impeller Sca-302
  • Atman PH2000 Skimmer Pump With needle wheel impeller produce micro bubble
  • AC 110-120V 60Hz 41 Watt Designed for USA and Canada use only
  • 2400 LPH or 700 GPH (water flow is different when used as skimmer pump)
  • Ideal Replacement pump for most skimmers available in the market now
  • Replacement pump for SC Aquariums SCA-302 180 gallon skimmer
  • Manufacture: Atman
  • Product Dimensions: 5.9 x 5.7 x 5.4 inches; 2.75 Pounds
  • Editor's Impressions Of The SC Aquariums
  • Quality [star rating='3.3']
  • Value For Money [star rating='5']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.3']

SC Aquariums Final Thoughts

"Awesome wavemaker!"

It also couldn't be easier to install. Freesea filter saved my fish aquarium. Its pump apparentely was too small for the tank. My loft gets lots of sun, so algae is a constant battle in my 60 gallon. Doing the math, this system should be able to run for almost a year. It's been YEARS and no nasty looking tubing. There are two pieces of wood among the rocks.

Overall Score
4.0

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

8. Red Flag Products Single Union Ball Valve Slip Water Pump Socket with Extra End Connector, 1-Inch, G...

User Ratings: 70

Red Flag Products RFP1181 First Impressions

"I could see."

I felt that was way to soon so I refused to purchase another from them. I did everything to combat it that I could. Pretty much a no brainer there if they offer it. This is hooked up to work with my sponge filter in my 20High. UV lights do loose their effectiveness over time. It's not very loud, but not silent either. This new whisper quiet Eheim 1000 pump has solved all my water quality problems.

  • Red Flag Products Single Union Ball Valve Slip Water Pump Socket with Extra End Connector, 1-Inch, Gray
  • Comes with extra end connectors that are threaded
  • The valve is suitable for schedule 40 and 80 pipe
  • The valve disassembles and replaces with ease
  • Manufacture: Red Flag Products
  • Product Dimensions: 1 x 4 x 1 inches; 11.2 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Red Flag Products RFP1181
  • Quality [star rating='5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.6']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.8']

Red Flag Products RFP1181 Final Thoughts

"Check it out below."

I purchased this replacement since my RIO HF8 died just after 3 years. Also, some of the connecting pieces are a little loose fitting. I removed the old pump from my Protein Skimmer and put this one in place. So now we all understand; this thing is legit. The water is clearer than I've ever seen it. Company is very responsive to any questions or concerns. I purchased this replacement since my RIO HF8 died just after 3 years.

Overall Score
4.7

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

9. HANJIAONI 2 Pieces 3/4 Inch PVC Bulkhead Fitting for Rain Barrels, Aquariums, Water Tanks

User Ratings: 74

HANJIAONI First Impressions

"Absolutely!"

The flow rate is perfect, and they fit well inside my cubes sump. It would be best to replace the build in half that time. I was skeptical because of the price, but this thing really is a game changer! Would have loved it if the new black colored hose was available at the time. Not having a free flow intake is what burns electric pump motors out. It tasted delicious and looked great in my glass. I had to replace my aquarium pump recently after five years of service.

  • HANJIAONI 2 Pieces 3/4 Inch PVC Bulkhead Fitting for Rain Barrels, Aquariums, Water Tanks
  • ★【Function】: locking nut is reversed threaded; The Bulkhead Fitting with 4 mm thick silicon seal gasket that will contour to the shape of the round barrels
  • ★【Size】: 47 mm x 58 mm, 3/4 inch, Material: PVC, Color: gray; Applicable models: universal for most rain barrels, water tanks, ponds, or aquariums
  • ★【Durable】: will not fade, crack, or peel; Durable and longer lasting PVC versus standard plastic bulkhead fittings
  • ★【Easy to install】: one and done installation, threaded from the front end, commercial and industrial use
  • ★【You will get】: 2 Pieces 3/4 inch PVC bulkhead fitting in your package, sufficient to use them on your water tanks and you can share them with your family and friends, they are good tools
  • Manufacture: HANJIAONI
  • Item Weight: 5.6 ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The HANJIAONI
  • Quality [star rating='5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.5']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.8']

HANJIAONI Final Thoughts

"Good reliable product."

Plugged it in and all was right with this piece of my world. It's totally silent, runs very cool, and is reliable so far. Fit my Eheim Double Tap Quick Release perfectly. I have high end pumps by Eheim and Danner for high flow applications. It's not very loud, but not silent either. General and super ich cures seemed to only kill my wallet and change water color. The flow rate is great for my 20 gallon.

Overall Score
4.6

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

10. Danner Impeller Unit for Mag-Drive 18 Model A

User Ratings: 21 20

PONDMASTER 12775 First Impressions

"Light indicator well."

It would be best to replace the build in half that time. Tubing worked out great with use on my Fluval 206. It's been YEARS and no nasty looking tubing. Only other issue I have is how stiff the tubing is. The best price by far from anything i could find online. I had to harness the power of the Sun and dunk it into my tank but it worked. Lamp is impossible to see during the day.

  • Danner Impeller Unit for Mag-Drive 18 Model A
  • 4 34" L x 2" W at the widest point.
  • Manufacture: Pondmaster
  • Item Weight: 3.2 ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The PONDMASTER 12775
  • Quality [star rating='4.1']
  • Value For Money [star rating='2.9']
  • Affordability [star rating='2.6']

PONDMASTER 12775 Final Thoughts

"Nice product."

It also couldn't be easier to install. Work well till the pump itself died. The pump is quiet and energy efficeint. I figured it must have been left over from manufacturing or it had broken in transit. It also couldn't be easier to install. Arrived soon enough, and packaged adequately. Replacement pump arrived quickly and my tank was up and running like it should.

Overall Score
3.6

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

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