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Aqueon LED MiniBow Small Aquarium Fish Tank Kit with SmartClean Technology, Black, 2.5 Gallon

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  • 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

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Easy to clean
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For beginners
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Easy to clean
4.2
4.2
4.0
3.9
Suction power
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4.2
4.1
4.0
Noise level
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4.3
4.2
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6.26 pounds
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It's All About The Fish!

Developed by true aquatic hobbyists, Aqueon provides a broad array of aquarium solutions to help maintain healthy, life-sustaining aquatic environments. From inception, Aqueon had one goal in mind: “Doing what is best for the health and well-being of fish and aquatic life.” This focus on the little things will make your life easier when keeping an aquarium, and in turn, keep your wet friends happy and healthy. Because with the Aqueon brand, it’s all about the fish.

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For Seasoned Hobbyists:

we are committed to aquarium product innovation so that we continue to offer products that get you excited.

For Beginners:

We make it easy for you to get your first aquarium and to grow in the hobby as you become more of a fish expert with every step you take and every new thing you learn. Products include:

  • Aquariums and Fish Tanks
  • Filters
  • Lighting
  • Species specific food
  • Fish and water care

Product Description

Aqueon LED MiniBows Kits with SmartClean Technology are great for first time and experienced fish keepers. These desktop aquariums are great for bedrooms, living rooms, home offices and more. Each kit includes a clear acrylic vessel, low-profile LED hood, elevated base, filter cartridge, water care and food samples, and an illustrated setup guide to get you started. Also included is a uniquely designed power filter with SmartClean Technology that makes essential water changes quick, fast and easy to do in less than 2 minutes! In just three easy steps and a couple minutes each week helps maintain a cleaner and healthy aquatic environment with Aqueon LED MiniBow Kits with SmartClean Technology. This aquarium kit is the perfect home for Betta or small tropical fish. The filter uses Aqueon Small Replacement Cartridges. Replace cartridges every 4 weeks for optimal performance. Available in different color and size tanks.

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4.2 out of 5 stars
4.2 out of 5
1,940 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the appearance, noise level and ease of use of the vivarium. For example, they mention it looks good, is cleverly designed and is super quiet. Some appreciate the size, saying it's perfect for small spaces and a great size for beginners. That said, opinions are mixed on quality and leaking.

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54 customers mention50 positive4 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the vivarium. They mention that it looks good, has a clever design, and is idiot proof. They also appreciate the drain/pump design, which makes it easy for water changes. Customers also mention that the shape and foot print are fine for their space, and that it is quiet.

"...plastic and feels cheep as it is really light weight but it looks fantastic all together and everything works as it should...." Read more

"...Like, silent. It's also quite well designed...." Read more

"...Clever design and ingenious features like these make this Aqueon mini tank a good bet, and l’m pleasantly surprised so far." Read more

"...looked great in the office. Unfortunately, after a month, the pump went out! You cannot even get a replacement pump shipped overseas either...." Read more

52 customers mention39 positive13 negative

Customers like the noise level of the filter. They mention that it's super quiet, and you can barely hear a humm sound.

"...Its very quiet. You can barely hear a humm sound if you listen close and water doesn't splash loud...." Read more

"...It's quick and easy to set up, the filter is effective and quiet. Unlike my Tetra 5 gal bow front, the lid on this tank fits perfectly...." Read more

"...I expected it to be loud, but it's actually incredibly quiet. Like, silent. It's also quite well designed...." Read more

"...The pump started making a weird noise and no water was flowing, checked all throughout the pump for any clogs and no issues...." Read more

50 customers mention50 positive0 negative

Customers find the vivarium easy to use and set up. They say the filtration system is super easy to operate. Customers also mention that the lid and bottom plate are easy to connect. They describe the tank as well constructed and the parts are well integrated.

"...It's quick and easy to set up, the filter is effective and quiet. Unlike my Tetra 5 gal bow front, the lid on this tank fits perfectly...." Read more

"This tiny tank was easy to set up, and it can be decorated sparsely or more over the top the way l have..." Read more

"...The tank is well constructed, and the parts are well integrated. It would have been nice just to get the tank by itself...." Read more

"...But either way is really easy to take care of. The back of the lid has a space where you can string hoses or cords for a heater...." Read more

50 customers mention35 positive15 negative

Customers like the size of the vivarium. They mention it's perfect for small spaces, compact, and easy to set up. Some say that it'll fit on a night stand. Overall, most are happy with the size and functionality of the tank.

"...The tank is plastic and feels cheep as it is really light weight but it looks fantastic all together and everything works as it should...." Read more

"...Unlike my Tetra 5 gal bow front, the lid on this tank fits perfectly...." Read more

"...the base piece and the lid on top of the tank so of course it didn’t fit correctly." Read more

"...Perfect size, and very quiet. I will be adding a betta to the tank once it has cycled...." Read more

41 customers mention29 positive12 negative

Customers find the vivarium easy to clean. They say the filter keeps the water clean, and the light acts as a night-light. Some mention that the smart clean feature makes it easier for them to drain. Overall, most are satisfied with the ease of cleaning and maintenance of the Vivarium.

"...The size is perfect and I love this filter. I know it will make cleaning a breeze when the time comes and the idea is brilliant...." Read more

"This is a nice little tank. Easy to clean. The pump quit after 2-3yrs. Manufacturer offers on replacement parts, had to buy new tank. Just unlucky?" Read more

"...But does not clean the gravel. You will either need to do a full water change, and take the gravel out, or use a cleaning hose on the gravel itself...." Read more

"...It’s very easy to setup and easy to clean. The filter is very quiet." Read more

36 customers mention36 positive0 negative

Customers find the vivarium easy to set up and well built. They say it's perfect for beginners and a child's first fish.

"...I know it will make cleaning a breeze when the time comes and the idea is brilliant...." Read more

"...So with that out of the way. The aquarium itself. Very Nice aquarium for a Betta, or beginners...." Read more

"It's a nice beginner tank, and has the bare necessities. I bought replacement filters thinking that I could buy in bulk for the year...." Read more

"...All in all, I think it’s a good starter tank!" Read more

149 customers mention52 positive97 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the vivarium. Some mention it's a good tank, while others say that the pump quit working after four months.

"...One of the reviews I was worried about stated that the filter had killed her betta fish...." Read more

"...This would be a great tank for a kids room or for someone like me with not enough space for a big tank...." Read more

"The filter on this was not working and the water would constantly be cloudy...." Read more

"...These tend to scratch easily and do not "show" as well as nice glass aquariums that in the same price class...." Read more

44 customers mention20 positive24 negative

Customers are mixed about the leaking of the tank. Some mention that the tank itself is well built, durable, and perfect for their fish. However, others say that the filter broke within a week of use, is a bit flimsy in some places, and only lasts a month.

"...So a simple brush up against it, the lid comes crashing off." Read more

"...I just wanted to add how impressed I am with this filter. It isn't so strong it bothers my beta fish and I had a weird thing happen and it got real..." Read more

"I love this tank but the filter broke within 1 week of use! Very disappointed...." Read more

"...That's offset by the fact that the tank itself is well built, so they cut corners in the right place, in my opinion...." Read more

Allows for a pleasing miniature display
5 Stars
Allows for a pleasing miniature display
This tiny tank was easy to set up, and it can be decorated sparsely or more over the top the way l have it, lol. I would like to point out that the plants, air pump, air stone, and other decorations were bought separately. The selling point for me was the ease with which water changes can be accomplished by lifting up and swinging the black water tubing over the side of the tank (lifting up stops the water flow, push it back down to start the flow) to dishcharge water into a suitable container, then topping off with clean water. Easy peasy. It’s been set up without fish for a few weeks now to cycle the tank, and you can already see good cleaning bacteria colonizing the material of the filter pad. You will know when the filter pad needs changing because as the filter material gets clogged with detritus from the tank the little chamber where the filter pad is situated overflows into a separate channel and the water flows harmlessly (without being filtered) back into the tank. The sound of (unfiltered) water flowing out of the overflow channel is a little louder because this channel’s end isits a bit higher up above the water’s surface and has farther to fall than the filtered water, which is dischaged flush with the water surface and makes no sound. Hearing this water trickle gets my attention so l know it’s time to change the filter cartridge. (I rinse out the cartridge a couple of times before replacing it and get longer use out of it that way.) Clever design and ingenious features like these make this Aqueon mini tank a good bet, and l’m pleasantly surprised so far.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2021
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5.0 out of 5 stars Love it! So glad I made this purchase.
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2021
I ordered this as a smaller fish tank that would fit on my end table and not take up to much room. The first one was missing the lid but Amazon quickly made that right. The size is perfect and I love this filter. I know it will make cleaning a breeze when the time comes and the idea is brilliant. The tank is plastic and feels cheep as it is really light weight but it looks fantastic all together and everything works as it should. It just sits on the base but once the tank is full its secure and really looks nice. The top is not solid as there is a handle hole and stuff can get in your tank that way but this doesn't bother me at all. The back side of the top has an open slot to allow cords to come through so you can add heaters or bubble makers and stuff without problems. Its very quiet. You can barely hear a humm sound if you listen close and water doesn't splash loud. The light is bright enough to see the tank at night without being so bright you couldn't use this in a bedroom if you don't mind some light at night. It has an on off switch made into the cord to easily turn the light on and off. Beware of putting any rocks or things that are to heavy as I would think it would break the tank. I covered the bottom with rocks and it held this amount fine but I wont be adding any thing else but light weight plants. I think this is a great little setup for what you pay for this. I highly recommend. This would be a great tank for a kids room or for someone like me with not enough space for a big tank. I'll post more pics once I complete setup.
***I just wanted to add how impressed I am with this filter. It isn't so strong it bothers my beta fish and I had a weird thing happen and it got real cloudy once plants were added to my tank and within 24 hours this filter cleaned it all up nicely. Still thinking this was a great buy.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2021
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5.0 out of 5 stars Buy this! But install correctly!
Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2021
Buy this! But install correctly! I almost didn’t buy this based on some reviews. I’m so glad I did. One of the reviews I was worried about stated that the filter had killed her betta fish. You can see in the photo that she did not add the two connector pieces to the bottom of the filter. So that was user error. The second stated that the lid didn’t fit properly. Again that was user error she was using the base piece and the lid on top of the tank so of course it didn’t fit correctly.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2023
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Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2023
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4.0 out of 5 stars A very nice beginner aquarium
Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2023
My kids won some goldfish at the fair (I wish they would stop doing that, but I digress). Anyway, I'm not a monster so I decided we should at least give them a fighting chance for survival and a nice home. I did some searching and came across this kit and it seemed like the right choice for us. We also purchased some gravel substrate and a few accessories (it does not include substrate or plants in the kit) to go with it.

So far, I'm super happy with it. I expected it to be loud, but it's actually incredibly quiet. Like, silent. It's also quite well designed. I especially like the feature that lets you change the water by diverting the pump output over the side of the tank. I'm no expert when it comes to aquariums, but when I've had one in the past, I remember the water change task being quite a chore.

The only complaints are probably what you would expect out of an aquarium at this price point. My poor fish do not like being woken up rudely by the light coming on suddenly, it would be nice if they would come on slowly. Also the lid and pump assembly components are a bit flimsy and it's clear the build quality isn't the best here. That's offset by the fact that the tank itself is well built, so they cut corners in the right place, in my opinion.

Bottom line, the family is happy with the purchase and my fish are still going strong after 2 months in their new home.
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Katy Perry
4.0 out of 5 stars very easy for water changes do reccomend
Reviewed in Canada on November 11, 2022
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Ernesto Salcedo
4.0 out of 5 stars bonita pecera.
Reviewed in Mexico on October 11, 2022
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