Head to head

Fluval U2 vs EHEIM aqua 160

Our pick

Fluval U2

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Why this one

The Fluval U2 supplies filter media and adjustable flow for tanks within its stated 45 to 110 litre range.¹²

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What EHEIM aqua 160 offers

The EHEIM aqua 160 offers adjustable output within its stated 60 to 160 litre tank range. Supplied cartridges get you started, while its Mediabox and additional modules let you change the media arrangement later.³

What differs

Specification	Fluval U2	EHEIM aqua 160
Largest rated tank	110 l²	160 l³

More details

Specification	Fluval U2	EHEIM aqua 160
Flow rate	400 l/h (Environment: 120 V / 60 Hz)²	440 l/h³
Power draw	5 W (Environment: 120 V / 60 Hz)²	Not published
Adjustable flow	Yes²	Yes³
Venturi aeration	Not published	Yes³
Media options	Not published	Yes³

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Fluval U2
EHEIM aqua 160
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Sources

www.practicalfishkeeping.co.uk
fluvalaquatics.com
eheim.com