It has been a great year, and thank you for all the information filled videos. Looking forward to next year, and all the videos to come. I wish you and yours a Merry Christmas, and I hope you are spending time with your family over the holiday season. Again, I appreciate all that you have shared! 🎀
Thanks for the review. I have two Pythons, a big one and a really small one for hard to reach areas. Love the quality of the components. Always thought an attachment like the one Hygger has would be helpful, but a curved one that could allow quick cleaning of intake sponges and sponge filters. I did have an issue with my modern faucet though and had to rig something to make it fit which took a few weeks to find. The Hygger seems too bulky. Someone should make an extendable vacuum with sections you can add or subtract, that would be nice.
I only began following your channel a month ago or so, but boy!! Am I glad I did! I’m about get back into the hobby after a 20 year hiatus. I had a Python in back in 1998. It broke once in about 2001 and had to replace. Now I have a fancy kitchen faucet so not sure it’ll work for me again 😪😩. I’m thinking about getting a 55 gallon plastic barrel and keeping dechlorinated (and Clorimined) water at room temperature (which is what I’m thinking keeping). I’m thinking a sump pump from the barrel to my 78 gallon. I’m starting with shrimp and hear the big threat to them is pH and temperature shock. Later, after the plants grow in and the shrimp have colonized, I’m adding small schooling fish. Thank you!!!!!Your reviews are THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE on TH-cam!
@@BentleyPascoe Yes! Already on it, thanks! In college I took care of salt water reef tanks and the lab had several that made water changing so easy. I had to use an old giant glass RO filter (took hours to fill a 55 gallon) and then roll it to the elevator to transport to a different floor. My current place has cement floors so I’m hoping for seamless water changes. Thank you very much for providing such consistent information and tips. You’ve helped more than you know.
currently using a DIY 100" version of the "Aqueon" brand. To drain the tanks I hook a power head up with a screen and attach the out flow pipe to the hose and flush to the sink. The ball valve can and does fail if you're not careful. You can break or weaken the clips that hold the lever in place. I've never owned a Python, always thought the quality was better, although I never liked the slip valve on pythons.
I just wanted to to let the audience know that the prices have changed: 50 ft Python is now 84.99. (89.99 Petco) 49ft Hyggor is still 39.99. On Amazon.
I'm in the UK and when I purchased my Python in 2021, it cost me £72.24 for the 20 foot version, £9.99 for the brass adaptor to attatch to your tap and a further £20 for the Python hook. This made a grand total of £102.23 three years down the line, I would hate to think what it costs now. These was Amazon prices...🤔
I have a Python and love it, but it is getting fair use. I bought all brass quick connects for the attachments for quick changes so the heaters and filters don't have to be off as long. I do each tank individually because they are spread throughout the house. I have two bathrooms so I just switch sinks when I have to clean the tank in my bedroom. I may invest in the Hygger just for that added attachment for cleaning the gravel below the surface next to the glass. Thanks for the review.
I’ve been using the Python for many years. It does what it’s supposed to do really well, move water. Recently had to replace the shutoff valve but since it uses standard garden hose fittings I was able to use one from an old water nozzle.
This is pretty helpful, I wasn't sure if I could use one of those as a replacement. Mine sucked up a rock and it got stuck in the valve. I didnt know and when I went to shut it off it broke instead lol. You will learn how fast you can really move when you are at the business end of a 100ft python and the shut off breaks and you gotta run to the faucet.
Bentley there was a young lady who was marketing a screen for the suction end of the Python. The one thing I can think of that would be great on either one is a Bayonett attachment that replaces the quick couplers on the combination spray and standard flow combination taps. My fish room is my entire finished basement and thankfully I am hooked into the piping from the hot and cold tap, through my R/O filters to the reservoir. My threaded ends are good. Thanks as always Bentley!
Yes! It was an endcap for the tube. Aqueon versions also come with a stopper of sorts. They get removed because they clogged way too quickly. I see the little vacuum attachment being extremely useful for sand based aquariums. I would love to see some more innovation when it comes to protecting house plumbing and fish (especially Fry and plants) for using these cleaning devices. Fluval used sponges and has a vacuum system, you could easily use some sponge in there to act as a stopper. Moss loves to clog pythons but it might be a way to keep the sand or fines from getting deep into the plumbing. (Or a toddy style filter in the sink drain, who knows)
I have a 20 g tall with sand. I love the Python “Tall Small” vacuum. It's tall but narrow in diameter. It’s pretty easy to keep the sand from getting sucked out of the tank.
I will note after using this for a longer term, I really don't like the poorer quality of the tubing itself - I think if you replace it as it starts to have issues with some nicer tubing from a local hardware store though, you'll be good.
My first vac was the aqueon 25ft it had all plastic parts I used it for about 8 years then got a python the python has a lot nicer hose but I do like the way the aqueon is made its just like the hygger. The aqueon still works and is a good vac I just wanted to try the python.
Merry Christmas Bentley! I have a python and I’m looking for a temperature gauge adapter so I know the exact temp coming out of my faucet and into my aquariums. Any recommendations you may have?
I use a python on my 36g, but I still use a bucket with my 10g since it's less work. With the python im slowly buying 3/4 inch quick connectors to reduce the wear and tear associated with screwing and unscrewing plastic pieces.
I've a python system which I love,made life so much easier when doing weekly water changes.But getting it fit to my tap in my kitchen was a nightmare.I have to use a tap clamp so get the system to fit,as I can't match the threads up on my tap as it has a very small faucet fitting.
I'm looking for a better way to clean my gravel but I have a 200 gallon aquarium and everything I have is Fluval now. They have their own system to clean the gravel but all their tubing and everything is starting to break down air is leaking through the tubes. I've already got water lines hot and cold that comes up through my floor that goes into my aquarium so I'm looking at the python gravel cleaner I'm looking for extension tubes For the python do they make them. Thank you for your time
I'm blessed with a utility sink so connection isn't a problem. Python sells all the parts individually so I just replace parts as they wear out. My Python hose is black it's so old, but still kicking.
With the 50ft python currently being $84 and the 49ft hygger being $46 with looks like upgraded brass faucet adapters... I think I know what's easily the winner for me 😅
The strainer seems to be the main Hygger advantage. Surprised you didn’t mention the Python hook for refilling. Also, Python has a 3ft intake tube for really big tanks.
@@BentleyPascoe this is why manufacturers of even great products can’t just rest on their laurels. Python has had the best product for a long time but their failure to innovate and evolve has given their competitors a chance to grab an increasing share of the market.
I had the hygger and I hated it, to long and the tube doesn’t seal around the adapter for the hose so it kept leaking or sucking in air and breaking the siphon
I’m still using buckets 💪🏻 I have a 5g a 15g and a 29g even the 29g isn’t to bad I use three 5g buckets for the water change. I imagine if I ever go larger like 40b I would give up the buckets
So I just got the flu valve provac and it has a transfer adapter on it which is slightly terrible. It's okay, but I looked at the hygger. The hygger now comes with all the high quality brass attachments for 49.99. Order placed!
hi sir, i just watched this video, and it is very informative and helpful. sorry for asking about lighting in this video, i just wanna ask if i can achieve a vibrant red coloration of rotala plants using a led floodlight? thank you.
Technically it is possible to get that super red color out of rotalas using something like a floodlight; however, usually in order to get that super intense red coloration you need a combination of high levels of CO2, very strong light, and some level of nitrogen starvation in order to achieve it
@@BentleyPascoe Thank you very much for the answer, i appreciate it. may i ask about that “very strong light” is 2pcs 50watt enough for my 20gallon long(90cm)?
Question do you or anyone reading this know how i can use a gravel vacuum like these butttttt with a kitchen sink faucet that has a pull down sprayer? There is no parts that untwist on my faucet. I dont want to replace my expensive sink but i also want the ease of water changes/vacuuming without water splashes from 1 room to the other.. any ideas? 💡💡💡💡 💡 helllp lol
What a timely review. I am literally adding things to my cart for my new 74 gallon aquarium. I thought it was time to ditch the bucket. I had a python in my cart but I will definitely take a look at the Hyger before I complete my order.
I’m just wondering how does the new tank water get conditioned before it enters the tank with this method? I’m currently using a regular hose and filling buckets but this seems way more practical I just don’t want to kill my fish with chlorine and whatever metals are in my tap water, thanks
So we just got the hygger, first vacuum system purchase ever. I couldn't seem to get the suction going out of the tank. Now it was going upstairs from our basement to kitchen. I was hoping that wouldn't make a difference but maybe it does? Is there some secret to get the suction going properly?
Honestly I think what you're saying is fairly close. Brass fittings like a python, but less expensive like Hygger. Several of the good Hygger things, but the question is the quality of it all. At the moment I don't really have a want to buy and test another water changer, especially with such a division of difference between the two more drastically different changers in the ones presented
@@BentleyPascoe thanks! I totally agree with your thoughts. The main X factor would be quality. I think it would be a good option for those not handy at the local hardware store 🤟.
See! Literally didn't even have a clue that the alternative existed. I've seen aqueon sell as much as python Because it's literally all the shop by me had in stock. I have a major issue with many sinks not even being compatible with the python adapter (or sinks in general not even having a way to use an adapter) and it would've been nice to spend a little less and have that flexibility. It goes to show..... Companies need to do a much better job reaching customers. Even selling it themselves, I should be able to find, purchase, know about your product!
Hello buy yourself a pump to get the water out of your tank and use the python hose to fill up your tanks only, I use a pump that is 925 gph and I cut my time in half by a hour and 20 minutes . Yes I have 2 75 feet python hoses and I will never change my love for python, btw I have 7 tanks and I indoor pond. Good luck. I am only stating my own opinion and experience with the products mentioned by me.
I'm sorry for the late response here. I got a little buried. I tried to point out in the video that there is a definite difference in the quality of materials. I think the only thing I kind of want to suggest here is that for the price you would hope that Python would include a few extra adapters given how sinks are nowadays. In general, I would say that I do prefer the quality of the parts with the Python over the Hygger.
Just like all of your reviews, this one is void of bias, and shows the benefits and shortcomings of each. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!
It has been a great year, and thank you for all the information filled videos. Looking forward to next year, and all the videos to come. I wish you and yours a Merry Christmas, and I hope you are spending time with your family over the holiday season. Again, I appreciate all that you have shared! 🎀
Merry Christmas! You have helped me so much in my 7 month Aquatics Journey so far!
Thanks for the review! Merry Christmas!
Another great video, Merry Christmas Bentley 💯👍👍
Great, honest review. Love the knowledge shared and very appreciated!
Great review.
I occasionally need to run hot water through my long ‘off-brand” version to ‘de-kink’ my hose.
Lovely, so informative.
Thanks for the comparison! You helped me decide to save a little money and get the Hygger. 😁
Lay the hygger hose in the direct sun light/ heat, it will become flexible and resist kinking more
Great video
Thank you
Thanks for the review. I have two Pythons, a big one and a really small one for hard to reach areas. Love the quality of the components. Always thought an attachment like the one Hygger has would be helpful, but a curved one that could allow quick cleaning of intake sponges and sponge filters. I did have an issue with my modern faucet though and had to rig something to make it fit which took a few weeks to find. The Hygger seems too bulky. Someone should make an extendable vacuum with sections you can add or subtract, that would be nice.
Was literally on Amazon looking at the hygger then this uploaded thanks!
I only began following your channel a month ago or so, but boy!! Am I glad I did! I’m about get back into the hobby after a 20 year hiatus. I had a Python in back in 1998. It broke once in about 2001 and had to replace. Now I have a fancy kitchen faucet so not sure it’ll work for me again 😪😩. I’m thinking about getting a 55 gallon plastic barrel and keeping dechlorinated (and Clorimined) water at room temperature (which is what I’m thinking keeping). I’m thinking a sump pump from the barrel to my 78 gallon. I’m starting with shrimp and hear the big threat to them is pH and temperature shock. Later, after the plants grow in and the shrimp have colonized, I’m adding small schooling fish. Thank you!!!!!Your reviews are THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE on TH-cam!
Good plan for the barrel! Consider a cart with wheels if you ever need it moving around and thank you so much for your kind words!
@@BentleyPascoe Yes! Already on it, thanks! In college I took care of salt water reef tanks and the lab had several that made water changing so easy. I had to use an old giant glass RO filter (took hours to fill a 55 gallon) and then roll it to the elevator to transport to a different floor. My current place has cement floors so I’m hoping for seamless water changes. Thank you very much for providing such consistent information and tips. You’ve helped more than you know.
currently using a DIY 100" version of the "Aqueon" brand. To drain the tanks I hook a power head up with a screen and attach the out flow pipe to the hose and flush to the sink. The ball valve can and does fail if you're not careful. You can break or weaken the clips that hold the lever in place. I've never owned a Python, always thought the quality was better, although I never liked the slip valve on pythons.
I just wanted to to let the audience know that the prices have changed:
50 ft Python is now 84.99. (89.99 Petco)
49ft Hyggor is still 39.99.
On Amazon.
Dang, python is getting spendy
I'm in the UK and when I purchased my Python in 2021, it cost me £72.24 for the 20 foot version, £9.99 for the brass adaptor to attatch to your tap and a further £20 for the Python hook. This made a grand total of £102.23 three years down the line, I would hate to think what it costs now. These was Amazon prices...🤔
I have a Python and love it, but it is getting fair use. I bought all brass quick connects for the attachments for quick changes so the heaters and filters don't have to be off as long. I do each tank individually because they are spread throughout the house. I have two bathrooms so I just switch sinks when I have to clean the tank in my bedroom. I may invest in the Hygger just for that added attachment for cleaning the gravel below the surface next to the glass. Thanks for the review.
I’ve been using the Python for many years. It does what it’s supposed to do really well, move water. Recently had to replace the shutoff valve but since it uses standard garden hose fittings I was able to use one from an old water nozzle.
This is pretty helpful, I wasn't sure if I could use one of those as a replacement. Mine sucked up a rock and it got stuck in the valve. I didnt know and when I went to shut it off it broke instead lol. You will learn how fast you can really move when you are at the business end of a 100ft python and the shut off breaks and you gotta run to the faucet.
Merry Christmas 🌲
Bentley there was a young lady who was marketing a screen for the suction end of the Python. The one thing I can think of that would be great on either one is a Bayonett attachment that replaces the quick couplers on the combination spray and standard flow combination taps. My fish room is my entire finished basement and thankfully I am hooked into the piping from the hot and cold tap, through my R/O filters to the reservoir. My threaded ends are good. Thanks as always Bentley!
Yes! It was an endcap for the tube. Aqueon versions also come with a stopper of sorts. They get removed because they clogged way too quickly. I see the little vacuum attachment being extremely useful for sand based aquariums. I would love to see some more innovation when it comes to protecting house plumbing and fish (especially Fry and plants) for using these cleaning devices.
Fluval used sponges and has a vacuum system, you could easily use some sponge in there to act as a stopper.
Moss loves to clog pythons but it might be a way to keep the sand or fines from getting deep into the plumbing. (Or a toddy style filter in the sink drain, who knows)
And - we need to see your tanks!!
Tour time.
😀
I have a 20 g tall with sand. I love the Python “Tall Small” vacuum. It's tall but narrow in diameter. It’s pretty easy to keep the sand from getting sucked out of the tank.
Merry Christmas Bentley
Thank you :)
Great review buddy! You just made up my mind Im buying the Hygger!!
I will note after using this for a longer term, I really don't like the poorer quality of the tubing itself - I think if you replace it as it starts to have issues with some nicer tubing from a local hardware store though, you'll be good.
@@BentleyPascoe Thank you for your honesty my friend! I only have 1 55 gal tank so won't get as much use as you! Your review was great!!👍
Great spell
My first vac was the aqueon 25ft it had all plastic parts I used it for about 8 years then got a python the python has a lot nicer hose but I do like the way the aqueon is made its just like the hygger. The aqueon still works and is a good vac I just wanted to try the python.
Merry Christmas Bentley! I have a python and I’m looking for a temperature gauge adapter so I know the exact temp coming out of my faucet and into my aquariums. Any recommendations you may have?
I use a python on my 36g, but I still use a bucket with my 10g since it's less work. With the python im slowly buying 3/4 inch quick connectors to reduce the wear and tear associated with screwing and unscrewing plastic pieces.
I've a python system which I love,made life so much easier when doing weekly water changes.But getting it fit to my tap in my kitchen was a nightmare.I have to use a tap clamp so get the system to fit,as I can't match the threads up on my tap as it has a very small faucet fitting.
Great explanation of both systems, guess I can retire my bucket
An easy fix to straighten out your hose is to put it in the Sun outdoor on a hot day. Softens enough to straighten out, no more kinks ❤️🇦🇺
Nice video. I’m Ryan from England
I have the 100ft it's a love and hate relationship. For me the hate part is doesn't have enough suction do water changes. Love that is adding water.
when the hosing eventually deforms shape or kinks just run hot water thru it and it normally softens the hose
The brass Python adapter is available separately (Brass Adapter 69HD) for under $10 if someone wants to get the best of both worlds.
Awesome
I'm looking for a better way to clean my gravel but I have a 200 gallon aquarium and everything I have is Fluval now. They have their own system to clean the gravel but all their tubing and everything is starting to break down air is leaking through the tubes. I've already got water lines hot and cold that comes up through my floor that goes into my aquarium so I'm looking at the python gravel cleaner I'm looking for extension tubes For the python do they make them. Thank you for your time
I'm blessed with a utility sink so connection isn't a problem. Python sells all the parts individually so I just replace parts as they wear out. My Python hose is black it's so old, but still kicking.
Also any length hose
With the 50ft python currently being $84 and the 49ft hygger being $46 with looks like upgraded brass faucet adapters... I think I know what's easily the winner for me 😅
The strainer seems to be the main Hygger advantage. Surprised you didn’t mention the Python hook for refilling. Also, Python has a 3ft intake tube for really big tanks.
I was trying to stick to what you get base, rather than including all of the accessories you can pick up.
@@BentleyPascoe this is why manufacturers of even great products can’t just rest on their laurels. Python has had the best product for a long time but their failure to innovate and evolve has given their competitors a chance to grab an increasing share of the market.
I had the hygger and I hated it, to long and the tube doesn’t seal around the adapter for the hose so it kept leaking or sucking in air and breaking the siphon
I’m still using buckets 💪🏻 I have a 5g a 15g and a 29g even the 29g isn’t to bad I use three 5g buckets for the water change. I imagine if I ever go larger like 40b I would give up the buckets
So I just got the flu valve provac and it has a transfer adapter on it which is slightly terrible. It's okay, but I looked at the hygger. The hygger now comes with all the high quality brass attachments for 49.99. Order placed!
That's a nice upgrade to get the brass
hi sir, i just watched this video, and it is very informative and helpful. sorry for asking about lighting in this video, i just wanna ask if i can achieve a vibrant red coloration of rotala plants using a led floodlight? thank you.
Technically it is possible to get that super red color out of rotalas using something like a floodlight; however, usually in order to get that super intense red coloration you need a combination of high levels of CO2, very strong light, and some level of nitrogen starvation in order to achieve it
@@BentleyPascoe Thank you very much for the answer, i appreciate it. may i ask about that “very strong light” is 2pcs 50watt enough for my 20gallon long(90cm)?
Do u need to keep the faucet on to get continuous suction from the tank?Or i can just turn off the faucet once i get suction from the tank?
You get higher flow rate with it on, but not required. Shorter Python/vacuums need less flow as the distance is easier
I prefer the aqueon over the python, I’ve had mine for like 7 years now lol. Might be time to try the hygger.
I don’t know is i would like the grey color on the large plastic end. Can you see through it enough to see if the water being suctioned is dirty?
Yes you can. It's not as obvious as the clear though
Question do you or anyone reading this know how i can use a gravel vacuum like these butttttt with a kitchen sink faucet that has a pull down sprayer? There is no parts that untwist on my faucet. I dont want to replace my expensive sink but i also want the ease of water changes/vacuuming without water splashes from 1 room to the other.. any ideas? 💡💡💡💡 💡 helllp lol
I don't know of anything out there currently unfortunately
What a timely review. I am literally adding things to my cart for my new 74 gallon aquarium. I thought it was time to ditch the bucket. I had a python in my cart but I will definitely take a look at the Hyger before I complete my order.
I’m just wondering how does the new tank water get conditioned before it enters the tank with this method? I’m currently using a regular hose and filling buckets but this seems way more practical I just don’t want to kill my fish with chlorine and whatever metals are in my tap water, thanks
Would I just dose my tank before I start the siphon of new water into it to neutralize whatever’s in the tap water ?
With the python you can just switch to a garden hose
So we just got the hygger, first vacuum system purchase ever. I couldn't seem to get the suction going out of the tank. Now it was going upstairs from our basement to kitchen. I was hoping that wouldn't make a difference but maybe it does? Is there some secret to get the suction going properly?
You won't be able to get suction up an entire floor, gravity is figuring you too hard. Same floor will work well
Ok, thank you. At least we can use it to fill easily then.
Can you please review the HVDI water changer? They seemed to mix the best of python with this Hyger.
Honestly I think what you're saying is fairly close. Brass fittings like a python, but less expensive like Hygger. Several of the good Hygger things, but the question is the quality of it all. At the moment I don't really have a want to buy and test another water changer, especially with such a division of difference between the two more drastically different changers in the ones presented
@@BentleyPascoe thanks! I totally agree with your thoughts. The main X factor would be quality. I think it would be a good option for those not handy at the local hardware store 🤟.
My aqueon water changer was so awful I got a python and now I'm religious about it lol but that does look like a good alternative
See! Literally didn't even have a clue that the alternative existed. I've seen aqueon sell as much as python Because it's literally all the shop by me had in stock. I have a major issue with many sinks not even being compatible with the python adapter (or sinks in general not even having a way to use an adapter) and it would've been nice to spend a little less and have that flexibility. It goes to show..... Companies need to do a much better job reaching customers. Even selling it themselves, I should be able to find, purchase, know about your product!
Hello buy yourself a pump to get the water out of your tank and use the python hose to fill up your tanks only, I use a pump that is 925 gph and I cut my time in half by a hour and 20 minutes . Yes I have 2 75 feet python hoses and I will never change my love for python, btw I have 7 tanks and I indoor pond. Good luck. I am only stating my own opinion and experience with the products mentioned by me.
Please, can you also clean the gravel while getting out the water in your aquarium?
Quality over cheapness. Plastic is still plastic. No matter what. And the python I think is made in WI I think.
This is how we end up exporting jobs to China. Python is a good USA product. Support US jobs. It matters.
I'm sorry for the late response here. I got a little buried. I tried to point out in the video that there is a definite difference in the quality of materials. I think the only thing I kind of want to suggest here is that for the price you would hope that Python would include a few extra adapters given how sinks are nowadays. In general, I would say that I do prefer the quality of the parts with the Python over the Hygger.
You talk to much
Perhaps
I have python 25 ft also 50 ft and I never get clogged I have it for years buddy you r tripping u python heater LOL
Python is best!!😂