Which canister is more quite?

[Zefrik]

I have a Fluval 205 and an Eheim 2217. I have found my Fluval is much quieter than my Eheim. I don't really like one more than the other though.

[DrGonzo]

Didn't you just answer your question for yourself?

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[jkan0228]

He's obviously wondering if everyone else's results are the same.

[HypnoticAquatic]

i really like fluvals they have never let me down and all mine are dead silent i just got a 2232 and gotta say i do like it even though i havent liked some of ehimes other models designs this one i like and is quite also, one thing i can say i like more than the fluvals is ehimes skimmer http://www.petsolutions.com/C/Aquari...ace%20Extracto keeps my crs tank looking really good and its self adjusting unlike fluvals. really all just little -/+ but it can make a diff to someone.

[talontsiawd]

Originally Posted by HypnoticAquatic

i really like fluvals they have never let me down and all mine are dead silent i just got a 2232 and gotta say i do like it even though i havent liked some of ehimes other models designs this one i like and is quite also, one thing i can say i like more than the fluvals is ehimes skimmer http://www.petsolutions.com/C/Aquari...ace%20Extracto keeps my crs tank looking really good and its self adjusting unlike fluvals. really all just little -/+ but it can make a diff to someone.

Trust me, I hate my Fluval surface skimmer and haven't used it for more than maybe 2-3 weeks total but it's like $13 bucks compared to $45. Not really a fair comparison.

[HypnoticAquatic]

its options that im comparing, just like cost, gph, watt consumption, noise, etc.. should all be looked into so its all little -/+ for specific area's some might use them some might not thats why you have to see whats best for each individual person as we all are looking for different and specific things.

its still a fair compairson one has more options and self leveling and a bigger cost other option has less cost and requires more hands on to keep it performing correctly so it all comes down to what the buyer's main points of interest are.

[fusiongt]

My Fluval G3 has been quieter than my previous Ecco canister and Eheim Pro 2's. But the Fluval G3 also cost more than both of those combined so better damn well be quieter (quieter not more quiet!)

[Zefrik]

Originally Posted by fusiongt

My Fluval G3 has been quieter than my previous Ecco canister and Eheim Pro 2's. But the Fluval G3 also cost more than both of those combined so better damn well be quieter (quieter not more quiet!)

I think more quiet and quieter are typically interchangeable. But then again I have always failed when it comes to proper English and language arts. But I believe that in the end you probably understand what I am asking. Am I right?

[livingword26]

Originally Posted by HypnoticAquatic

i really like fluvals they have never let me down and all mine are dead silent i just got a 2232 and gotta say i do like it even though i havent liked some of ehimes other models designs this one i like and is quite also, one thing i can say i like more than the fluvals, is ehimes skimmer keeps my crs tank looking really good and its self adjusting unlike fluvals. really all just little -/+ but it can make a diff to someone.

We must have different Fluval Surface Skimmers. Mine is not only self-adjusting for hight (3 + inches) but also you can adjust how much flow goes in the skimmer vs the bottom of the unit. Mine is hidden behind the driftwood in my tank. Also, my Fluval 306 is very quiet.

[PlantedRich]

Not something that a lot of us can judge fairly. Many times the placement and maintenance of filters will make them louder. I've got four 2217 Eheims and they all seem to be different in how much noise they make. Much of the time it is how the cabinet reacts to vibration. If I strap the tubing down too solid, the vibration can make the stand "drum" and really seem loud.

[AndreyT]

The word you apparently are looking for is "quiet".

http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quite
http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quiet

[In.a.Box]

i dont own any Eheim but i do own 8 FX5 and i love it.

[DrGonzo]

On my 75 I am running an eheim 2234 and a fluval 405. If I open the cabinet and lean in a little I can hear the fluval over the eheim but they're both very quiet, and at night and can only hear a slight hum from them but only when everything else is off or asleep (TV, fridge, nephew, etc.)

[Zefrik]

Originally Posted by AndreyT

The word you apparently are looking for is "quiet".

http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quite
http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quiet

[Zefrik]

Originally Posted by In.a.Box

i dont own any Eheim but i do own 8 FX5 and i love it.

You have 8 Fx5s!?! What are you using those on?