The MOST RELIABLE Aquarium HEATER We Have Used: Eheim TruTemp Heater Review

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  • Hello Everyone,
    In this video we talk about the most reliable fish tank heater we have in our fish room - the Eheim Tru Temp aquarium heater. We talk about the pros and cons of this heater. Hope you enjoy the video.
    Here is the Amazon affiliate link for the Eheim Heater: amzn.to/2SqUSY1
    Here is the Amazon affiliate link for the thermometer we use: amzn.to/38trYMI
    Also, our new shirts can be found at: www.primetimea...
    For the latest in the fish room check us out on Instagram primetime_aquatics
    We would like to thank our channel sponsors for 2020: Flip Aquatics and Fritz Aquatics. For 2020 our fish are being fed Northfin Foods from flipaquatics.com! They help make what we do here possible and are worth checking out!
    Thanks for watching!

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  • @PrimeTimeAquatics
    @PrimeTimeAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Here is the Amazon affiliate link for the Eheim Heater: amzn.to/2SqUSY1
    Here is the Amazon affiliate link for the thermometer we use: amzn.to/38trYMI
    Also, our new shirts can be found at: www.primetimeaquatics.com/merch
    For the latest in the fish room check us out on Instagram primetime_aquatics

    • @hughboden3602
      @hughboden3602 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey I have a fifty five gallon tank and I don't know which heater is proper size for it could I get any help?

    • @bentonamos8045
      @bentonamos8045 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I guess I'm kind of randomly asking but do anybody know of a good site to watch newly released series online ?

    • @dashmason322
      @dashmason322 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Benton Amos lately I have been using Flixzone. Just google for it :)

    • @wayneakins6752
      @wayneakins6752 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same question for a 55 gallon what size heater ?

    • @larryc835
      @larryc835 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hughboden3602 Hugh Boden & wayne akins I run Eheim Jager 200 watt trutemp on 50 gallon amazon tank with rock solid convection at 78 degrees fahrenheit. Outstanding appliance.

  • @mk_cichlids
    @mk_cichlids 4 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    Ever since I've started running sponge filters on my tanks, I like having my heaters towards the bottom of the tank sideways. Now I can do water water changes and leave everything running. No messing with power strips or having to unplug anything. It's really nice when doing tank maintenance on multiple tanks in one day.

    • @bettatimestories807
      @bettatimestories807 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mike Kirkpatrick that’s the same setup I have! Although most of my tanks are in a heated room, so even easier. ☺️

  • @AAE-cg1il
    @AAE-cg1il 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I have a 150 watt Eheim running for 4 years on my 46 bowfront. It’s a solid work horse……I agree with your comments on the economics. This has lasted twice as long as the brand I had previous. In essence the Eheim has paid for itself.

  • @sschario60
    @sschario60 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Excellent point about the heater calibration ring. To get my 75 gallon mbuna tank at 77-78°F, I need to turn down my Eheim heater to around 73. Once it's dialed in, the water temp stays 77.5-77.8.

    • @Lulu-gb7it
      @Lulu-gb7it 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So your water never gets to a cold point???

  • @craigv367godsman4
    @craigv367godsman4 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I was just getting ready to purchase a heater and decide to look up some info first. Came across your video and it answered my questions. I really appreciate the insight. Thank you kindly

  • @janesutube9675
    @janesutube9675 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Had this heater for years....best I have owned. Especially like the inexpensive holder replacement on amazon....

  • @Compasscard
    @Compasscard ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Confirmed, Sera and Eheim heaters are very good. The eheim jaeger 300w is my preferred one and it serves me well for 4 years now in a 300l tank

  • @wheelsdeal
    @wheelsdeal 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I've used these for over 12 years they are pretty much the mainstream here in Europe.Only downside are the suction cups which dont last more than a year.They recently come up with a newer version the thermocontrol-e which supposely is more precise and doesnt need calibration from the top.Same price i believe..

    • @Compasscard
      @Compasscard ปีที่แล้ว

      Indeed, decent suction cups are hard to find. They all harden quite fast

  • @ronaldoseven4865
    @ronaldoseven4865 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I am planning to get the Eheim heater on my next payday at Pet Smart. I did my research about the heater, and a lot of positive reviews about the product. It is Made in Germany. It is $30-40 depending the watts you want/need depending the size of your aquariums at home. I need it for my 20 gallon.

    • @nicoletiana
      @nicoletiana 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      how do you like the heater? i JUST got the tetra 100 watts submersible heater for my 20 gal tank and the water is still cool, not even a tad bit warm 🙃 will be returning it tomorrow if i check my water tonight and it's still cold.

    • @habituallinestepper6569
      @habituallinestepper6569 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Update on it?

    • @ItzAllG
      @ItzAllG 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just got my 300W for 16$

  • @k.hunter5362
    @k.hunter5362 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love this heater! I had a ich outbreak and I only had the preset heaters, it was awful. But this heater saved my remaining fish, it's strong and has a wide range, a great review Jason.

  • @andersvandal5845
    @andersvandal5845 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have an old Eheim heater that has been running for nearly 20yrs straight! Zero problems.

  • @samiam3565
    @samiam3565 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    some heaters temp gauge are at the top that's why its usually recommended to have the heater at an angle or horizontal due to heat rising and possibly giving the wrong temp reading because the heater is set vertically.

  • @timothycantu9443
    @timothycantu9443 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes I run a 300 watt eheim for over a year in my 155 bought another another today , really worth the price!

  • @glennt3207
    @glennt3207 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have 3 tanks, small. 40 gallons is the largest. They are the best heaters made today.....they last for years. Totally agree with the statement..DO NOT rely in the temps on the dials and use a thermometer., which is common sense with every brand.

  • @steveklotz973
    @steveklotz973 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've got several green Ego Jagger heaters over 35 years old still work great! Same company I've heard. Great review, Thank you.

    • @PrimeTimeAquatics
      @PrimeTimeAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Steve Klotz glad they have worked for you too!

  • @mirsad96
    @mirsad96 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I got an eheim heater because of this video. A year later its as good as on day one. I hope this helps someone save a buck or two in the long run.

  • @LVJANISLV
    @LVJANISLV 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My stock Tetra heater failed today, only after 3 months of use. Amazon reviews and your video helped to pick Eheim. They only seem to be £5 more than the cheap Chinese ones.

  • @fishtalk3379
    @fishtalk3379 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    It is a great heater but vertical on any heater is not the way to go. Heat rises and will cycle any heater way too much and decrease its life even more quickly. Nice video, thanks for sharing!

    • @Rafilkis
      @Rafilkis 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Which one do you suggest?

    • @InternacionalBoxing
      @InternacionalBoxing 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That's interesting because i always preferred the Horizontal look lol

    • @apaulmcdonough2170
      @apaulmcdonough2170 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The Heater is designed to be mounted vertically. The thermostat Won't regulate properly mounted at an angle.

  • @ivanbower6814
    @ivanbower6814 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I believed the calibration radial serves a different purpose than you described (in a good way)! If one puts a given sized heater in a tank slightly larger/ smaller than the explicit listed size, the resulting temperature will differ from the blue radial. That's where the red "calibration" radial comes into play as an amazing feature. You can mark a given +/- as long as you know the ultimate result in the specific tank the heater is in. It's awesome. Eheim provides quality that should be viewed by every other company as a standard needing to be met.

    • @raziel8321
      @raziel8321 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The size of the aquarium has no effect. temperature is temperature. No matter how many W a heater has, or how many liters a tank. The internal control ensures the set temperature and heats until it is reached. However, measuring the temperature can be inaccurate, especially with heaters with such simple technology as the eheim. Wrong measurement is pretty much standard. That's why you can use the ring to shift the scale to compensate for the wrong measurement.

    • @ranger178
      @ranger178 ปีที่แล้ว

      the thermostat inside wears over time so you can adjust the dial to set what temp is your tank gets to and depending on location of heater in tank and position it can vary so you can set it to what your tank achieves.

  • @RexDogDelivers
    @RexDogDelivers 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. We removed all our heaters and now want to bring a few in for Issues like Ick and special breeding projects. This is a great video for this.

    • @PrimeTimeAquatics
      @PrimeTimeAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Karisa Jones we have a couple for those purposes too!

  • @deviously991
    @deviously991 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had a beta fish that lived 3 years in New England room tempature water and he was really happy

  • @Muppet92954
    @Muppet92954 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The last cheap heater I bought got stuck on during the night and I woke up to steam rising from the tank, a bunch a dead fish and a temp of 99 degrees F. in the tank. Sad way to learn a lesson on heaters but I definitely learned and haven’t bought another cheap heater since.

    • @PrimeTimeAquatics
      @PrimeTimeAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sorry to hear that - I think a lot of us learn that lesson at some point.

    • @lauchlanstill6677
      @lauchlanstill6677 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      muppet929 when I was younger I had a small tank with 2 clown loaches and 2 silver sharks, the heater broke and put the temp up from25 degrees to 35 plus the fish jumped cus they were getting basically boiled alive, which is really sad ;( (Celsius

  • @vb2377
    @vb2377 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A temperature controller is a great safeguard. Idea came from TM Aquatics.

  • @sarahcannon1049
    @sarahcannon1049 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    My topfin heater has dropped Temps at night for 2 nights in a row, going to replace it and found this video. Thanks as always for great information!

    • @PrimeTimeAquatics
      @PrimeTimeAquatics  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hope this one works better for you!

    • @sarahcannon1049
      @sarahcannon1049 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@PrimeTimeAquatics I'm sure it will, hope you guys are having a blast at aquashella!!

  • @matthewkobielus2656
    @matthewkobielus2656 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    U couldn’t be more right about these heaters I’ve refused to buy another brand of heater ever since I’ve baught my first one of these they have outlasted every other heater brand to the point where I just started to upgrade all of my other brands to these just because I knew they were gonna break in no time

  • @billlooker2689
    @billlooker2689 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have 4 or 5 of this manufacturer that are 25 years old and still work.They are back ups but I just used them the other day

  • @shyboyhernandez4782
    @shyboyhernandez4782 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I been using the same heater for 2 years now. It work perfect.

  • @RealMenHaveCats
    @RealMenHaveCats 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've been quite impressed with the new Eheim Thermocontrol-e series heater. It’s very similar in appearance and operation to the Eheim Jager heaters you’re using now, but it’s electronically controlled for greater accuracy than the bimetallic thermostat in the older model.
    On the USA version, the dial is only marked at 68, 72, 75, 79, 82, 86, and 90 degrees Fahrenheit (corresponding to 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30, and 32 Celsius), so it takes some trial and error to get it exactly where you want, but once you do, it maintains the set temperature very accurately. Testing with a high-quality Thermapen kitchen thermometer, I’ve found it to maintain temperature at +/- 0.3 degrees Fahrenheit, which is better than advertised.
    It has a single LED on the front that is red when the unit is actively heating, and green when the set temperature has been reached. It’s fairly unobtrusive.
    The USA version comes in nine sizes, from 25 to 300 watts (the Euro versions go up to 400 watts).
    They’re still hard to find, so the price might be artificially a bit high, but I recommend it over the older unit.

    • @Bigpoecilia
      @Bigpoecilia 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mine just got stuck in the "ON" position. Calling Eheim today.

    • @PrimeTimeAquatics
      @PrimeTimeAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for sharing your insight.

    • @Bigpoecilia
      @Bigpoecilia 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@PrimeTimeAquatics I forgot to mention I do have a few of the true temp models and they work without issues. It's unfortunate that the re-calibration method is not user friendly. I've read and view so many videos on calibration and everyone seems to have a different method or explanation on how to achieve success.

    • @ranger178
      @ranger178 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Bigpoecilia those contacts on the thermostats wear out and weld themselves together too big of a heater makes it cycle on and off too much

    • @Bigpoecilia
      @Bigpoecilia ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ranger178 I wonder why they just don’t work out of the box? So much trouble shooting to get them to work.

  • @jaykerr8031
    @jaykerr8031 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Personally I use the fluval E series heaters in all my tanks, various watts! Having the red, green and blue visual display is fantastic. Changing colour within 1 degree change, glass guard is also a good feature...

  • @damianowens5066
    @damianowens5066 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant I had my first heater catastrophe recently where the thermostat stuck and it over heated the aquarium and I lost most of the fish! Luckily it was my quarantine tank and not my main aquarium! Thank for sharing this video 😉👍

  • @dannyhyde7019
    @dannyhyde7019 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ive been running Eheim's 300watt and a 250 in my tanks for many trouble free years. True they don't come cheap but neither is replacing lost pets.

    • @PrimeTimeAquatics
      @PrimeTimeAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good point!

    • @Lulu-gb7it
      @Lulu-gb7it 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have my first 300 watt heater. My water still doesnt stay at desired temp. How do i achieve this? Your water stays constantly warm??? No cold points ever???

  • @98Firehawk001
    @98Firehawk001 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just had heater from Amazon blow up 2 weeks after its return date - live and learn, glad I had a Fluval back up. I just bought two of these, hope I have better luck this time.

  • @robertcarlosllenarizas7987
    @robertcarlosllenarizas7987 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    sir your tip and tricks hack is so very informative. like a simple fish keeper like me. please upload more tips and advice. more power to you. 😊😊😊😊👍👍👍👍

  • @kbalaz
    @kbalaz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I had issues with the first heater from eheim I bought, they replaced it easily and quickly. Second one is working flawless, things I have found out, if temp is at 80 and I want to lower it to 79, can't just turn it down one click and wait to see if it lowers, it didn't, temp actually went up. What I figured out is I look at where its set, say its at 80 on dial, I have to turn it way lower, down into the 60s and then turn it pack to desired setting of 79 and it works perfectly. If I don't do it this way, temp will not budge or even go higher then before.

    • @PrimeTimeAquatics
      @PrimeTimeAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for sharing!

    • @mpwall123
      @mpwall123 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Can I ask if your heater is properly calibrated? I elect not to do so ( as discussed in the video) so I am just getting a feel what I specifically need to do.

    • @kbalaz
      @kbalaz 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      MPWALL I did calibrate it. Means nothing really, just so the dial shows actual temp. Couldn't calibrate first heater. Dial was maxed out in direction and temp was still higher then what the dial said so they replaced it. New one I calibrated the dial in a bucket before I put into tank. Working well.

  • @todddiedrich9106
    @todddiedrich9106 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I heard good thing about this heater and picked one up for my new 75 gallon glad I got it now I’ve seen your video. Thanks

    • @PrimeTimeAquatics
      @PrimeTimeAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Let us know how you like it!

    • @todddiedrich9106
      @todddiedrich9106 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Prime Time Aquatics so far so good it’s in a 75 gallon in basement that’s pretty cold 300 watt didn’t take long before it was up to temp let run without fish in it and put 2 thermometers in it found maybe 3 degrees off so moved calibration dial. Also have good luck with cobalt and fennex titanium digital control

  • @markhunter2244
    @markhunter2244 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very useful video, that’s one of my biggest fish keeping fears a heater malfunction. Now going to invest in a couple of Eheim Heaters to try 🤓

  • @Runnygraph20
    @Runnygraph20 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man i just got back into the hobby and I am loving your vids. Keep up the good wrk guys.

  • @Anna-qwerty
    @Anna-qwerty 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for this. New aquarium owner soon and just thinking of putting electronics underwater can be scary since you just need it to go wrong once. Thanks for your video !

  • @kevinkentucky9972
    @kevinkentucky9972 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've had two Eheim 300 watt heaters still working like day one ten + years later. Recently purchased a third for my 125

  • @BarrySuridge
    @BarrySuridge 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I use a Johnlen Micom External Display LED Heater 300W in my 200-litre tank. It comes encased in a guard. It also has safety shut off. I also check temperatures with a laser temperature gun.

  • @woodworkerroyer8497
    @woodworkerroyer8497 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad you posted this.
    I had one of these and it never said the right temp so I replaced it with a fluval.
    I just got a new one on sale from petsmart for a 60g turtle build. Glad to hear it was just paranoia and that my turtle will have a good heater.

    • @PrimeTimeAquatics
      @PrimeTimeAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      woodworker Royer ya, these things are workhorses!

  • @gotmovie
    @gotmovie ปีที่แล้ว

    One of my 150 died after 2 years and one 125 temp started to acting up. I set 65F and it heats up to 85F. Lucky, I was able to get warranty replacement for both.

  • @Tirfing88
    @Tirfing88 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    got 4 of them going strong, 25w in the 5 gallon, 75w in the fluval flex and the 20 long and 125w in the 40gal breeder, all hooked to external inkbird thermostat. They're reliable, but the inkbird gives me a second layer of security! In the unliekly event that the eheims would get stuck, the inkbirds will shut down the electricty supply when the water reaches a temp threshold (I set it to 76-79F, with shut down threshold of 82F), and it will even sound a loud alarm to alert you the water is overheating! It will also alert you of cold water threshold in case the heater does not turn on (my cold water threshold/alarm is at 73F) Everyone should have an inkbird, especially if they have lesser heaters.

    • @PrimeTimeAquatics
      @PrimeTimeAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sounds like a good setup!

    • @bettatimestories807
      @bettatimestories807 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I had no idea they went down to 25 W! Lowest I’ve found was 50-75, which meant were too big/overpowered for my nano tanks. Shame, because I do find them to be the only brand I truly trust for safety, consistency, and reliability

  • @highwateraquatics2476
    @highwateraquatics2476 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had one of those heaters and hated it because I couldn't adjust the temperature. The Fluvals are ok but now I have all Aquatop titanium externally controlled heaters. I know it's an inexpensive brand but it's much like having an Inkbird setup. For water temperature changes and viewing it can't be beat. Also I use digital thermometers.

  • @Andingo86
    @Andingo86 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why in the world would anybody ust mount it vertical, you dont make a mistake so it's a no brainier, I'm in fact installing mine VERTICALLY TONIGHT!!! LOL. Seriously I am installing that 1 tonight. Great video!!!!

  • @mpwall123
    @mpwall123 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can’t agree more. Skip the calibration, and just gradually dial up or down the temperature setting, in conjunction with a separate thermometer. I always though reading a tank thermometer should be considered along the same lines, as watching a temperature gauge on a car.

  • @heavenboundfarm2159
    @heavenboundfarm2159 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank you for the info ,,we need some heaters ,, love your shows ,,yall keep your fish room and tanks so clean ,,looks better than nice ,,our fish room dream ,,keep up the good work ,,

  • @flemmingj1965
    @flemmingj1965 ปีที่แล้ว

    i have the Inkbird Temperature Controller ITC-308-WIFI for my aquarium and my eheim jager 150 w heater plugged into the controller

  • @EcSsAwS
    @EcSsAwS 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've had a 300w version for a few years now..still going strong
    And had Ebo jager heaters before that

    • @PrimeTimeAquatics
      @PrimeTimeAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cool!

    • @a1b2c3z4k
      @a1b2c3z4k 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      A quick question did the old EBO jager heater had numbers 1-9 or did it have the temperature degrees...? I am having trouble adjusting it to the right temperature 🌡

  • @treykings07
    @treykings07 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your review and opinion holds more value than thousands of reviews on Amazon. Didn't know which brand to go with. Everything that you've mentioned is what I'm looking for. Simply put, a heater that won't break and one that works.
    I'm buying this heater!
    I'm sure I can find this information, but if you can make it easier and provide the answer, I would appreciate it. But, is the 300w heater good for a 75 gal?

    • @PrimeTimeAquatics
      @PrimeTimeAquatics  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I might opt for two 100 or 150 watt heaters to more evenly heat the tank?

    • @treykings07
      @treykings07 ปีที่แล้ว

      @PrimeTimeAquatics sounds great! That means a shorter heater and less of a cost! The 300w is a behemoth; 19" 😳😬

  • @fishgirlforlife937
    @fishgirlforlife937 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    My favourite Heaters🙂 I got a case for all my tanks!😃😃

  • @Christian-ql4vw
    @Christian-ql4vw 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This video saved me, thank you

  • @georgeforgerty2875
    @georgeforgerty2875 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video Jason!! I have ehiem heaters and filters ! They are the best products by far in my book!!

  • @Esianegg
    @Esianegg ปีที่แล้ว

    I saw this video and bought the same heater today It still has no cracks. 2023.

  • @mvvinds
    @mvvinds 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I lived Miami, Florida because heat and humidity temp over 100 degrees. Preset heater well. Looking Fluval Spec V

  • @mayur1135
    @mayur1135 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I've only ever used 2 eheim jagers and they've both failed by staying on and over-heating a tank. I much prefer the Fluval M series heaters.

    • @AntoniSchonken
      @AntoniSchonken 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      So I'm not the only one. Both my Eheim's have failed and overheated my aquaria.

    • @mayur1135
      @mayur1135 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@AntoniSchonken They changed the controller in the heaters a few years ago and they've been garbage ever since. People keep mindlessly recommending them, because the internet tells them to, without realizing the Jagers we have now are not the Jagars from 10 years ago.

    • @PainterDans
      @PainterDans 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have an m, no problems, 6 years old

  • @mik515buell
    @mik515buell 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video! Getting ready to set up a 45 gallon tank and have been worried about heaters. This looks like the ticket. I'm thinking two 100w heaters just in case one fails and for better heat distribution.

  • @TurtReynoldsChannel
    @TurtReynoldsChannel 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just subscribed, im probably going to get this heater. Your review was very helpful.

  • @ghostboi890
    @ghostboi890 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just Bc this one video you deserve a sub I love you videos already

  • @sophistiq8ted
    @sophistiq8ted 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just bought these from petsmart for $23.99 (50w) and $26.99 (100w). Amazing deal and glad I chose these for my fish! I only run heaters for 4 months out of the year, but in those months it's essential in my tanks

  • @whitechin99
    @whitechin99 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Jason. Good stuff.

  • @johnglenham4099
    @johnglenham4099 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Use juwel heaters they are very good as well.

  • @johngriffin5446
    @johngriffin5446 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Running a tilted heater will increase the heaters lifespan as it reduces on off cycles and thermal stress on the brain of the heater

  • @johnwood738
    @johnwood738 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wish this video came out a week ago was considering this brand when I bought was new heater shopping.

    • @PrimeTimeAquatics
      @PrimeTimeAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well, hopefully the one you have works well for you. : -)

    • @johnwood738
      @johnwood738 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Prime Time Aquatics I hope it does recommend by my favorite LFS.

  • @cristopherrodriguezmatias9337
    @cristopherrodriguezmatias9337 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you very much for the review.

  • @Desperado070
    @Desperado070 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Have been using the Eheim heaters for two years now.
    Also always had Juwel heaters, honestly I think the juwel heaters cost less to run.
    They both the same watt usage but the Juwel heater heats the water faster.

    • @PakPhotog
      @PakPhotog 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The amount of energy to heat your tank some number of degrees uses the same amount of energy regardless of what wattage heater you use. Higher wattage heaters will just get there a little faster (one if your Juwels is likely a bit higher in actually wattage than the other). So for the same size tanks and in the same conditions (same ambient temp, same tank dimensions tank, both made of the same material, etc.) the cost to heat them will be the same even if one heater gets to temp a little faster than the other.

  • @agustinmartinez2110
    @agustinmartinez2110 ปีที่แล้ว

    I do it Angled

  • @1on1dogtrainingregan73
    @1on1dogtrainingregan73 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have had over a doz eheims heaters. From 50 to 200 watts. Reliable and accurate until recently.. ovee half of the new ones ive bought have either not turned when water is lowered.
    Temp is up to 10 degrees off. So it reads 72 but heats to 82. This happened to a couole of my 3 yr old heaters. Needless to say i cooked some of my fish because the thermometer also was defective. Im so dissapointed because they can only be caliberated 4 degrees in either direction. Ive bought 7 heaters in the past yr. Only 2 could be caliberated. The others were so off i couldnt trust them.

  • @larryc835
    @larryc835 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome heaters, best I have used.👍💯

  • @RandomPerson-i5p
    @RandomPerson-i5p 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for this recently had an old heater bring my quarantine tank to 99 degrees luckily my loaches survived it somehow

  • @ScottPC
    @ScottPC 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mine died in 6 months. It was a 50w powering a 35L so it wasn’t strained.

  • @TableTopBiker
    @TableTopBiker 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like ehiems new heater.

  • @DrawerFullofRocks
    @DrawerFullofRocks 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    A very helpful video. Thank you! For me the challenge has been to find an in tank thermometer that is reliable. I'll check out the link you've provided. I use a darkroom thermometer and simply dip it into the water until I get a steady reading. I use it for my water changes too. It works for me, but maybe the thermometer you have linked will be a winner for me. Thank you for giving us such excellent content.

    • @PrimeTimeAquatics
      @PrimeTimeAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The ones I use are cheap, but I think they get me within a degree or two.

  • @dean8553
    @dean8553 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sadly I cannot say the same about the Ehiem Thermopreset heaters. I haven't had much luck with the Ehiem heaters at all. I have had 2 go bad inside a year. Both went out with the same faults. I had the 150w heaters rated for 200-300l installed on a 200l aquarium. The temp reached 27c and the heaters wouldn't shut off. These heaters are preset to 25c so I assume should shut off at 25.5c and back on at 24.5c, or close to those temps 🤔

  • @carolwingert64
    @carolwingert64 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad to here this. 👍

  • @LionheartRacingSeries
    @LionheartRacingSeries 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Bought the Eheim Tru Temp heater. Went with a 250 W for my 75 Gallon tank. It will not calibrate unfortunately. Its set to 65 but still bringing temps up to 82 degrees. I adjusted the red slider to both ends and its still over heating the aquarium. I know that the wattage might be a bit higher for this tank size but with it set to 65F it shouldnt be bringing temps over 82F. I think I got a dud which is a bummer because I have had positive experiences with Eheim products over the years.

  • @martinmercerjr8615
    @martinmercerjr8615 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don’t trust the heater temperature either. I got 2 heaters in my 110 gallon tank. I just bought a new Eheim 300w and I have another 250w . The new Eheim was already set at 78 degrees. And I checked the temperature with outside temperature gauge it was almost 83 degrees. What is the */- with Eheim heater and what should I set it at. I know you have to also consider your room temperature too

  • @dcphifer4307
    @dcphifer4307 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Review. I am starting to look for a heater for my recent addition of this 55G Aquarium as a room-divider in my living space.
    I just picked up this used Eheim 125W. I misread the post. I saw 50 and thought that it was a 50W, but instead it is for 40G to 53G. I do have an adjustable that I recently bought to heat up the change water before using. I'll use the one that I have been using to warm up the change-water for a 20G Long that I will be setting up next to move my Betta and his Clean-up Crew into. Being that I still need a heater for this 55G, what size should I get? The box says 150W for the 55G. I read that some say that I should get a 200W, and some say 250W to 300W.
    I admit, being new, I am confused on what to buy.
    Thanks in advance
    Much Appreciated.

    • @PrimeTimeAquatics
      @PrimeTimeAquatics  ปีที่แล้ว

      In 4ft tanks I actually like doing two smaller 100W heaters - one on each side.

  • @rocketrocks123
    @rocketrocks123 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can u tell me if I can put more than one heater in my aquarium, just in case if one stops working overnight , I don’t want fishes to die . And if u do recommend what will be the settings on both of them , I have a cichlids 65 and 75 gallon tanks

    • @PrimeTimeAquatics
      @PrimeTimeAquatics  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The best way to do that is to get a separate thermometer that controls them both and turns them on and off at the same time. Short of that you want to try and have them set to the same temps.

  • @joevasquez1776
    @joevasquez1776 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just got a ehiem heater rebranded in a legal way with topfin, one of three got stuck on! It was a new wifi ehiem heater coming out this fall. Sad

  • @daczgegrbt8324
    @daczgegrbt8324 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been using 6 Aqael heaters of different wattage for more over 5 years now, never had a problem.

    • @Younotus455
      @Younotus455 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Are you sure? No heater last 5+ years the company’s that make these will tell you to throw those hazards out, buy new ones every year. Make sure you have a backup Along with this heater. I’ve used 20 heater brands In the last 15years of fish keeping. All heater loose power and don’t heat up as much, or will get stuck on. No heater is invincible stop spreading miss information with this claim you have made about your heaters. I bet if I check your tank you will be fluctuating temp and you don’t even know it. Use a digital thermometer 🌡 not glass or a temp gun. Only to verify your digital reading use glass or temp gun to verify that number: also your tanks are colder in the winter so your heaters are running 2x in the winter. So think about what your saying and that kids look to this channel for accurate information not misleading claims.

    • @jcborkowski9115
      @jcborkowski9115 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Younotus455 what heater you using bud?

    • @Younotus455
      @Younotus455 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jcborkowski9115 I've used many heaters. Currently I'm using BRS brand of titanium heater 200w for my nano.
      My 125gal is currently down but I ran Jagger tru temps 2x 300w=600w total with heater controller by inkbird
      I've also used fluval titanium heater. Nuvo heaters. Aqua top,top fin,jagger,imperial, Was very impressed with fluval but off by as much as +4° when used without inkbird.

    • @Younotus455
      @Younotus455 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jcborkowski9115 I will say the longest running heaters were my 300w Jagger tru temp. They lasted 2 years. Now they are all slow with heating. They eventually get there but are clearly failing lol

  • @-Gunnarsson-
    @-Gunnarsson- ปีที่แล้ว

    I used like 3-4 of them. But they all starts to leak and rust on the inside. And when the temp ring goes hard to turn. it stops working some time later

  • @josephquinton990
    @josephquinton990 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Didn't that used to be the green EBO Jager heater back in the day?
    I thought they were the best too.

  • @davidbowman2501
    @davidbowman2501 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I only use eheim, fluval, or finnex titanium heaters any more. When I got back into the hobby a few years ago I tried to use a cheap heater from china and it was horrible. Malfunctioned and the temp in the tank went up to 98 degrees and killed nearly every fish in the tank. Unfortunately I was out of town when this happened for the weekend and came home to this mess.

    • @PrimeTimeAquatics
      @PrimeTimeAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ya, I agree with you - a heater is one thing where I won't buy a bargain brand. I've learned the hard way too and they always seem to break at 9pm on a Sunday night when it's impossible to go out and get another right away.

  • @Remsterdam
    @Remsterdam 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Eheim is a great brand. Funny to see you get Eheims from Germany to the US, and we get Fluvals from the US to Europe, all for the best quality right? 😃 As long as it doesn’t apply to cars, I will always stick to German lol 😜😉

    • @MrPhillipgraham
      @MrPhillipgraham 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I will always stick to Japanese lol

  • @JP-ku3he
    @JP-ku3he 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ah I bought a preset heater because it was very small for my 5 gallon

  • @sandraztavarez3525
    @sandraztavarez3525 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Do you have a video on the best aquarium thermometer?
    Is there a thermometer you recommend ?

    • @PrimeTimeAquatics
      @PrimeTimeAquatics  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I like the cheap floating ones from Amazon.

  • @Ali-Muscle
    @Ali-Muscle 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you

  • @deadfred821
    @deadfred821 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    0:52 - can't beat those high-end Sony sponges....🤣

  • @dannycat.4456
    @dannycat.4456 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    K u convinced me ima buy one

  • @N1khiel
    @N1khiel 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Jason. I think that's the heater I got. It lasts forever😯

  • @pabloisraelgarzanava166
    @pabloisraelgarzanava166 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thoughts on thermometers inside aquarium sticked inside the tank?

    • @PrimeTimeAquatics
      @PrimeTimeAquatics  ปีที่แล้ว

      I use them when I’m not heating the room! I stay with the cheap analog ones that float or stick to the glass.

  • @bguen1234
    @bguen1234 ปีที่แล้ว

    My aquarium heater is over 20 years old.

  • @juanjsalcedo6745
    @juanjsalcedo6745 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Jason!!
    Can you please make a video about Koi fish care? I have some in a 125 gallon aquarium.

    • @PrimeTimeAquatics
      @PrimeTimeAquatics  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I actually haven't kept them, so I might be a bad source. : -)

    • @juanjsalcedo6745
      @juanjsalcedo6745 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@PrimeTimeAquatics Thank for getting back to me. You guys are amazing everything you say is always correct. Do you have a membership or something where followers can also subscribe?

  • @stevesteve7272
    @stevesteve7272 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Only heater I use 👍

  • @HOUSESANDCONDOSoCOM
    @HOUSESANDCONDOSoCOM 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have been looking to get replacement heaters for my 60 gallon freshwater tank and took a look at the Eheim Tru Temp on Amazon and they have a lot of bad reviews with them over heating and many people also posting pictures of them failing and causing many problems. Just thinking people really need to check the reviews on these before running out and buying them?

  • @stoutlager6325
    @stoutlager6325 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm shopping for equipment now and these aren't that expensive at all relative to the competition. Similar price to other mid-range heaters.

  • @aquariumhacksbymarcus5653
    @aquariumhacksbymarcus5653 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well eheim is a great heater but I dropped the tip of mine a few inches from my concrete floor in my basement and it broke but I like aqueon heaters last a long time and acurate and cheaper than eheim did I mention they also come with a life time warranty

    • @Just_Lurking8
      @Just_Lurking8 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aqueous heaters exploded, search and read reviews...

  • @chadabey9623
    @chadabey9623 ปีที่แล้ว

    what does the 300 watt mean ? that it uses that 300 watt per hour?

  • @marcus1971jd
    @marcus1971jd 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can't go wrong with Eheim