Head to head
EHEIM compactON 600 vs EHEIM compactON 3000
Our pick
EHEIM compactON 600
For turning the flow down to suit the tank
Why this one
- Choose the compactON 600 for an underwater return when you need to adjust the flow mechanically to suit the circuit.1


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What EHEIM compactON 3000 offers
The compactON 3000 combines underwater or external installation with manual flow adjustment, so you can choose its location and reduce output as needed.23
2 models / at a glance
Key differences
What differs
| Specification | EHEIM compactON 600 | EHEIM compactON 3000 |
|---|---|---|
| Flow rate | 600 l/h4 | 3,000 l/h6 |
| Maximum head height | 1 m (Tested configuration: 50 Hz)5 | 2.7 m (Tested configuration: 50 Hz)7 |
| Power draw | 7 w (Tested configuration: 50 Hz)5 | 55 w (Tested configuration: 50 Hz)7 |
| Mounting | Submersible only1 | Both2 |
More details
| Specification | EHEIM compactON 600 | EHEIM compactON 3000 |
|---|---|---|
| Adjustable flow | Yes1 | Yes3 |