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I would say it's the best going. Puts the FX6 in the shade. If you check my channel I did a one year update. If you can put up with the waffle! I'd say I prob got the first one in Ireland/UK. I added those cheap pre-filters (see video). Clean them every three weeks now. Leave the main filter alone. Slows down the flow a bit. Might be bad for the motor too. May or may not stick with it. The nozzles are the ones that came with it. The hose/tubing is 19/25. If that helps.

@awilderireland Thank you so much for replying back. Yes, that is what the pondguru said. It literally buried the fx6 to the bottom of the ground 🤣

@@cryptolisk4334 I said it as it is.

I'm afraid trial and error is the only way to figure that out... Even if you just take the lid off it should give you an idea. You might only need to clean it twice a year depending on the size and type of fish. But you need to figure out the reality of your tank's needs. If I were you I would check it every two months until you figure out how quickly it clogs. No need to clean it each time. Just inspect it.

Plenty of power!

I have since uploaded a recent (one year plus) long term review on my channel It holds far more media than an FX6. The impeller is much easier to access for cleaning. No screw removal. And you have a pre-filter option. If that's your bag. I find it hard to see how the FX6 comes close. But we can agree to disagree of course! Re media choice that's up to you. There is a lot of unverifed claims in this space. Full cycles etc. I shall leave it there. With this filter you have the option to fill it as much or as little as you wish. Expensive media, cheap or both. The FX6 is very restrictive for a large tank. Depending on what you believe of course. Re price looking at the price now at a major UK dealer the FX6 is £305.99 the Hypermax is £379.95. Well worth the extra in my book! Just be aware there are three versions of the Hypermax... The basic, one with bluetooth, and one with WiFi and built in heaters. I'm not into gimmicks so I'm happy with the basic model. Happy filtering! Edit: Spare parts are now readily availble from dealers. I already bought o-rings to be ready if needed. Re Customer service. Agreed. But I suspect they will up their game for the US market... Time will tell.

I’m in US I own Aquael 4500 and the 2000 they both blow FX out the competition. The amount of filter media both canisters hold is unbelievable specially the 4500. Aquael 4500 is practically 2 FX6 🤣 better flow, super easy to clean. Holds way more bio media and it’s around the same price as FX6. Fluval is clearly no competition my only issue with Aquael is maintenance kits. Other than that perfect filter.

@@allstarsalmeida Don't worry the spares will come. Available in Europe now. Google the German website (just to see) called Happy Diskus. I ordered spare o rings and a impeller housing from them. They have lots of 4500 and 2000 spares. I'm sure they will arrive in the states at some stage.

@@awilderirelandthank you, I will definitely check the website for spare parts.

Well it's not as noisy. But not silent either. I don't consider it a noisy filter. But it's all relative.

My tank filter is very weak, please help me

There aren’t any Fishers in Europe

@@remyogun8270 I just released like 12 in Europe

@@jerryrice8507 u serious? Are you trying to destroy the environment or something?

@@remyogun8270 they need a new home

Ignore the Fisher Troll.

No problem.

I don't know about Tetra. I was using Tetra pre-filter sponges but went back to using the Aquael ones. Re hosing just get as close to 19/25 as you can. If it's too tight put the end of the tubing in very hot/boiling water and you will prob be able to force it on. If it's a little loose use plumbers teflon tape. It's also a good idea to use metal jubilee hose clips. I use the jubilee clips anyway for peace of mind!

I have the hose what i am looking for is the intake and out take pipes i would like to have a solid one .

Re the outtake I just put a short bit of tubing (19/25 or similar) between the crook and the elbow. You can see it here near the start: th-cam.com/video/qLDcJ_3quaw/w-d-xo.htmlsi=Fl-NnKsGhShvEcQ0

I'm away at the moment. But if you go to the Aquael website it gives the exact dimensions. One seller quotes 55.5 cm in height including valves. But double check on the Aquael website. You need to scroll down towards the end for the dimensions.

Overall how does this compare to the fx6. I can't quite decide which one I would like. I have had an FX6 previously and it was a good filter.

@@bagpuss6867 I would say far better. Higher adjustable flow rates, pre-filter, easy to access impeller (no screws) and two outlets and inlets for better flow. But most importantly it holds far more media.

It fits in my Rio 450. Go to the Juwel website and compare the measurements.

Only saw this!! No issues.

It is. And it has a cream neck. Moron. You I mean.

I know. There's also a cat and a pine marten in the video. If you watch the whole thing before commenting.

Thank you. Yes I think all three models are available. At least they were on one German website.

@@awilderireland yes i am go get one ther , i have ultra max 2000 for 3 years now and is very good filter so i am going for Hypermax now

This will prob be taken down. 😂😂 It's still up on other Apps. For how long is anybody's guess. 😂

@@awilderireland most likely man.. thanks for speaking up

Hopefully. They do for their other older filters like the Ultramax. We shall see... You could try contacting them.

Reply. Yes. I added that to the video description a while ago. After I noticed my error!

@@awilderireland oh sorry! I’m still struggling with the pre filter every time I open those clips water comes out any suggestions please? I’ve left it a few seconds but soon as that seal is broken out it comes

@@PeterKnopp-ih8ie You need to leave it running longer. As I said before at your own risk! I leave it for a good few seconds. Then turn off blue inputs. Wait a few seconds. Then turn off red outputs. Wait a few seconds. Then switch off filter. Trial and error to get it right.

@@awilderireland so you turn off the input and outlets before switching of the filter? Then leave for a while then switch of the filter then open the pre filter

@@PeterKnopp-ih8ie Yes. But in the order I described. The manual says the same. But I do it for longer.

No probs. Minor quibble... The hoses could be a little longer. To be honest your current setup should be fine. But if you want to upgrade go for it. I wouldn't bother with the Fluval. This is better on media capacity alone. *Edit: I have another video of it running if you haven't seen it. You can skip through the waffle to the good bits!

Mine fits easily into a Juwel Rio 450 cabinet. For the actual dimensions scroll down here: www.olibetta.com/aquael/hypermax-4500

So far... Top notch.

@@awilderireland I’ve just purchased one! Is priming easy enough ? Thanks

@@PeterKnopp-ih8ie Easy just use the Grey button/plunger. A couple of presses should get it filling. Like many filters after a water change or cleaning the main filter a little air can get trapped. Just give it a few light shakes. I mean move it from side to side a few times. It's too heavy to shake!! And it will get rid of the air. It's pretty much trouble free so far.

@@awilderireland thanks very helpful!

Not yet. As it's only hitting the market here now. I hope it will as you can get spares for their previous filters like the Ultramax online. But as I said in my review Aquael (the company) are dire when it comes to customer service. I think there's a UK online dealer called Filter Spares or Aquarium Spares. Along those lines! They had lots of Aquael sponges and spare parts. If you can find them drop them an e-mail. They should know when spares will be available.

@@awilderireland Thank you for your review and information as you're one of a small group of people using and giving valuable feedback 👏👏👍

@@mattphillips6714 No probs. It's a good product so far.

Perhaps. I've had no issues with it. Even in summer. We sometimes get good weather!

@@awilderireland LOL. That's good to know. I wonder how it holds up in extreme cold though. In Quebec were already dipping down to -15°C and mid-winter at it can go below -30°C.

@@BryWorYT I would say it will just freeze. You could do a Google search and try e-mailing the manufacturers.

@@awilderireland Thanks, yes, I need to research that - wouldn't want the filter falling off if it loses adhesion when frozen.

I ended up using 'UHU ProPower Tac' removable adhesive putty. Mind you, in this case I was using it to secure a step-up ring that just fitted loosely over the circular lens housing on a Campark T300/TC02 trail cam - applied as a bead around the housing, the putty served like a 'soft gasket'. Seems to hold firmly under freezing conditions and can be peeled off without much difficulty, leaving no residue. Whether it's as strong as Black-Tac, I'm not sure.

They're fine. Purely a cosmetic issue. Nitpicking to be honest!

Correct: m.th-cam.com/video/dxHT1LzbIIg/w-d-xo.html

I had a couple fail (I have four). But the dealer replaced brand new. No paperwork or hassle. They are great when working. There is a newer HP5 out at the moment. Launched last year. And prob. another due soon. Since they usually update every year. In my experience all trailcams fail with heavy use. With Browning you have peace of mind.

@@awilderireland cheers mate, I will order one tomorrow.

Aquael or the old style Eheim. Not the hi-tech Eheims. They are not well made (unlike years ago). The FX6 has less flow and more importantly holds far less media.

Reply. No I think it's a growth or wound. I find the Pine Martens often have ticks. They get quite large like and look like a dark bubble. I have some clips on here. But wouldn't know where to find them!

No issues with the filter so far.

They are not officially released yet. I got an EU model (European plug) from an Irish online seller.

@@awilderireland I thought so mate yeah I am ordering the 2000 version on weekend so many good reviews on these

@@nathanstott8395 Yes. I was going to get two of those but this arrived on the scene and worked out cheaper. So I took a punt! I'd doubt you'll regret getting the 2000.

Aquaristikshop have them in stock now.

@@MisterDoctorE that’s in Dublin isint it ?

Thanks Sean.

Hello there Tact. Well done on the young Owl. Be careful out there!

Thanks Martin. Very happy with it so far. I just hope spares will be easy to get as it launches officially here. As I said in the first video I was going to get two 2000's but this was cheaper. So took a punt.

Good luck and all the best.looking forward to next video

It is allready better tjan an FX6 if you don't need to empty the whole thing if you want to clean the pre filter. Imagine you have an Oscar tank that needs regular filter maintaince. You could basicly clean the prefilter any 2 weeks while you do your water change..

@@awilderireland hi I have just installed this filter yesterday but I had a issue priming it, how did yours go ? Any tips please Pete

@@PeterKnopp-ih8ie I had no issues. I mean I pressed the grey plunger/button a few times and it filled up. Sometimes after it's been off during a water change etc. there can be a little trapped air after I turn it back on. But I just shake/move the canister from side to side and it sorts it out.

No. All I can think of is that the connector (the blue levers) is partially closed. That happened to me and I couldn't get the connector back in. It was my fault. I removed it when the lever wasn't fully depressed! Remove it (at the filter end) and make sure the valve is all the way closed when the connector is off by looking in the space/hole where the connector sits. You can compare it to the other one to see how it should be. If it's not move it into the correct position by pushing the teeth with a screwdriver then reattach the hose. If it's making noise or bubbling it's just trapped air. Try pressing the primer plunger button a few times and also moving the filter from side to side. If that doesn't work manually suck on the outlet at the tank end to get a good siphon going. I hope I haven't confused you!

@@awilderireland no, that makes perfect sense. Interesting one about the leaver possibility being a tooth out. I'll check it out later and let you know how I get on. Thanks 👍

@@tomaswall6935 Great. I just saw it's the inlet that's giving trouble. But the still applies. I'm sure you figured that out!

@@awilderireland ya it's the inlet on the very right. The other one seems fine. Makes sense it could be slightly out and drawing air.