I purchased MiniBow, 2.5 gal in 2021. It also comes in 1 & 5 gal, so make sure you order the correct size. In 3 years I have had 3 Betta fish, only 1 was caught near the filter. I average about 1 Betta a year before they die, due to me or life? The bowl is acrylic, and it still looks new, no scratches, so be careful how you clean. The black rim stand is plastic and holds the bowl very well. It's the water weight that makes it durable. I have a small heater and only use solid deco stones. I noticed the painted stones start peeling and make the water look dirty. Last month after cleaning the filter stopped working. I called Aqueon to see if I could just replace the filter. The rep asked if I had cleaned the fan, nope, didn't know there was a fan. He waited patiently & explained the filter could be disassembled to access the fan. He gave me directions and I found the fan and it was filthy. I cleaned the fan and filter has been running great for a few days. Time to get another Betta. I suggest if you have issues call Aqueon, the rep (sorry no name) was very helpful and patient. I hope this review helps. After 3 years I recommend the Aqueon MiniBow Aquarium for a small fish. Oh, the small hole at the top of tank is where I drop the food, instead of lifting the lid, never had a Betta jump out.
Aqueon LED MiniBow Small Aquarium Fish Tank Kit with SmartClean Technology, Black, 5 Gallon
4.1 | 5,058 ratings
Price: 67.95
Last update: 12-22-2024
About this item
Equipped with SmartClean(TM) Technology to perform water changes in less than 2 minute
Improve water quality for a happy, healthy fish
Includes aquarium vessel, hood and elevated base, power filter, small filter cartridge, fish food, water conditioner and setup guide
Great home for small fish
For first time and experience fish keepers of all ages
Uses Aqueon Small Replacement Cartridge
Improve water quality for a happy, healthy fish
Includes aquarium vessel, hood and elevated base, power filter, small filter cartridge, fish food, water conditioner and setup guide
Great home for small fish
For first time and experience fish keepers of all ages
Uses Aqueon Small Replacement Cartridge
Product information
| Item Weight | 5.25 pounds |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Central Garden & Pet |
| ASIN | B08LKC4NLB |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Item model number | 100544524 |
| Customer Reviews |
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4.1 out of 5 stars |
| Date First Available | October 20, 2020 |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 15.7 x 14.8 x 10.1 inches |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 14.5 x 10 x 13.5 inches |
| Item Weight | 5.25 Pounds |
| Brand Name | Aqueon |
| Target Audience Keyword | fish, Aquatics; minibow; fish tank; small tank; LED kit; desktop kit; black; blue; grey; white; Smart Clean; power filter |
| Directions | Setup guide included for easy set up |
| Warranty Description | 90 Days |
| Model Name | LED MiniBow™ Kit with SmartClean™ Technology |
| Color | Black |
| Size | 5 Gallon |
| Material | Acrylic |
| Age Range Description | All Life Stages |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Manufacturer | Central Garden & Pet |
| Style | Black |
| Breed Recommendation | All Breed Sizes |
| Included Components | Aqueon LED MiniBow Small Aquarium Fish Tank Kit with SmartClean Technology, Black, 5 Gallon |
| Specific Uses for Product | Indoor |
Top reviews from the United States
Joyce S AndraszAqueon MiniBow Aquarium still going strong after 3 years
MandiEasy to set up. Great price.
Mandi
Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2024
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T. A. WhiteVery Nice
BondigittyGreat little tank!
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Amazon CustomerNice product but suction tube is too short
Jillian R.Love this tank (with a few slight mods)
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Now for a more in depth overview…
The 5 gallon is great to spoil a betta! Please please don’t put a betta in anything smaller than 2.5 gallons.. I know they can survive but they won’t thrive & with decorations you’re reducing the actual water volume more & more. For example while this is 5 gallons with my plethora of enrichment decorations it actually only took 4 gallons to fill & that was pushing it the water line is almost to the very top lol.
The tank itself while plastic is very sturdy although I didn’t use the bottom stand piece. It gives the tank an extra elevated look for sure but since I was putting it on a small table & I have 3 large dogs I wanted the extra stability of putting it directly on the table.
Also regardless of size you’re gonna need a heater. I live in south Florida but keep my house cold at night. I didn’t realize til I did a lil experiment when soaking my tank decorations just how cold water gets quickly even not near a fan or vent & then it stays cold. You can get one for cheap that auto turns on & off to keep the water at a steady temp (mines so small you can barely see it behind the filter input).
The light on this tank was adequate but it is super basic. I knew this when purchasing & also knew it’s not what I wanted so I replaced it with a 7 inch LED bar for cheap so now I’ve got a dimmable, timeable, color changing light that really elevates the tank imo.
Water changes have never been easier & for people saying the spout is too short to do them… uhm it extends out any basic container can fit. I use a wide lipped 5 gal bucket & even that still works, do I have to tilt it a bit? Yes but it’s still doable & much easier than any water change I’ve ever done in any tank before this so quit complaining. I don’t find the current from the filter to be very strong at all, you can see in my video my silicone plants barely move & my floating diver stays in one spot. So it’s perfectly fine for a betta. My Disco is a cup baby rescue so of course it’s caused him some minor issues the first few days in his new home but he’s already much stronger & in a few more days it’ll be like there’s no current at all for him!
I also found the filter intake to look fairly safe right out the box. It’s completely covered on all sides with pretty tiny slits. Even my betta Disco is a bit on the smaller side & he’d be fine but after some of the review horror stories I put a sponge filter on top of it just as a an extra safety precaution lol. So if you’ve got fish smaller than a betta or shrimp in here I’d suggest doing the same. The cheap & great ones I got that fit almost perfectly were from Amazon (AQUANEAT 6-Pack Pre-Filter Sponge for Aquarium Shrimp Fry Fish Tank Filter 0.6" Intake, Replacement Foam Cover).
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