NICREW 2.5 Gallon Nano Nature Aquarium Kit, Ultra-Clear Rimless Desktop Fish Tank with Light and Filter, Perfect for Small Fish, Shrimp, or Betta, Basic Version, Black

A very nice aquarium for the price. It fits well on a desk and looks great. I am using mine as a planted desk tank for a handful of cherry neocaridina shrimp and this kit is perfect for that purpose. The filter runs quietly - however I have found that if the filter is jostled it can produce an audible hum. When that happens I just gently reposition it until I hear it running more smoothly. It's a relatively good filter so far, but my tank is also planted so the filter quality matters slightly less - I do really like the adjustable flow knob so I can make the current gentler as I have had shrimplets hatch in this aquarium since I set it up. I cannot comment on the quality of the light that comes in this kit, as I decided to use a different light I already had set up at my desk, but I did plug it in and it seems like a perfectly nice light so I might use it for one of my other tanks. Personally I would not keep fish in this tank because I feel like it is too small, but it is perfect for a small population of invertebrates. I may purchase this kit again in the future for raising other colors and varieties of shrimp, and possibly also for keeping micro crabs. I have yet to find a similar tank that is so suitable for raising aquatic plants and invertebrates for such a good price!

This is a beauuuuuutiful aquarium! It's just the perfect size for my betta, who is very, very happy in here, with it being heavily planted, a tunnel, a shelf hammock, a driftwood open cave, and a clay "vase" full of more Anubias. What I love about this tank: - Intelligently designed and very functional. There are two small slots in the back of the cover/lid, which fits my bubbler tube perfectly on the left. My heater cord fits perfectly in the slot on the right. I don't use the filter or the light clip that comes with it, so I cut up pieces of the foam packing to cover those up to retain the heat. The little hole in the front left is left open for air exchange. - The feeding hole right in the middle of the lid is the perfect size. It has its own lid that conveniently lifts on and off for easy feeding. - The beautiful glass is crystal clear, feels super smooth, and has a pretty light blue-green tint on the edges. - The silicone seal is completely invisible, not sloppy goops like some big-box store brands. - The material/glass feels like high quality. - The tank overall feels very sturdy and well made. - The base has a light white pad, which helps with stability so it doesn't slide around very easily. - The lid has a thin inner lip, so condensation and bubbler spray fall back into the tank and does not leak on the outside, as I have experienced with another tank. - Love the sleek, minimalist look of the whole tank. Even the lid is very suave and fits perfectly. I spent days looking at many tanks and their specs. I had originally ordered a different tank, but cancelled it just in time and got this one instead. So happy that I did. This is a bit pricey, considering I'm not using the filter or the light that comes with it. But overall this is a great tank, very beautiful, high quality, and well made. I would buy 1,000 of these. Very highly recommended!

Nicest rimless nano aquarium I have ever bought. It was packaged so well and it really helped because my sister accidentally dropped it bringing it in. For the size, this tank really stands out. Perfect size and shape for my desk. Immediately upon opening I noticed it has a nice built in leveling matt. This tank is super sturdy but not too heavy. Doesn’t take up too much room. I also noticed the bottom is glass too and not cheap plastic like most nanos. It came with the back glass painted black, but there is a clear option as well. I paint the backs of all my tanks black and often use black substrate. Makes the fish stand out and brightly colored. I leak tested it for 2 days before setting it up and there was no leakage at all. The light is really nice and bright. I like that I can switch it on and off with 1 push of a button. However, I like things uncomplicated. So if you want full spectrum and programmable you will want to get a different type. Works great with my plants. I put velcro on back of light switch and the tank to have easy access. I put a floating log and Amazon frog bit in my tank to shade my ADFs. The filter is wonderful and simple for this size tank. IMO it is comparable to the Fluval HOB filters at a fraction of the price. So good I ordered the same filter separately for another nano tank. Works great and is almost silent. I added some ceramic media to the right side of my filter. I like that it has multiple types of filtration in one yet not complicated at all. Super easy to clean the sponge filter inside the tank that makes it safe for smaller critters like neos. The one on the outside-HOB-is great because it has carbon & basically filter floss and another pre-sponge basically all in one. If you don’t want to use this kind, i suggest filter floss. All in all looks amazing (and expensive) at a stealer price. Great for a starter tank too. Would def buy again!

Love, love, love this little fish tank. Comes with almost everything you need to get a tank started. I would love it if they would include a small heater. I got the black one, which looks great. The glass is a real high quality and thicker than any of the other small fish tanks I was looking at. Fits perfectly on my master bathroom counter. No leaks so far, and with the quality I doubt that it will leak. I bought this on sale and it was such a great price I ended up buying a second one. Everything works great, the rocks and gravel for the bottom are perfect, they supply more than enough of both. Easy to clean and manage.

This is such a cute little kit and got me really into this hobby now. I felt so bad for my daughter who wanted a pet but I’m allergic to the furry ones. She got so excited about it. We started out with this-good kit for a beginner. Snug lid, openings for tubing and hang on filter, very clear. Now using as a terrarium

One of the coolest fish tanks I've ever owned. The 2.5 gallon tank is perfect for a betta fish and a mystery snail. The light that came with the tank failed but I found a better option anyways. The mini filter than comes with the tank is great, and does a great job filtering the tank. It has adjustability for flow depending on your needs or the type of fish. All of the seals and connections of the glass are sturdy and sound, no leaks. I will say that the lid is the downside. I wish that it was a little better material, its plastic so it's easy to scratch when cleaning. Other than that, it a great option for a reasonable price.

This is the perfect tank for my fish and I absolutely love the look of it! Totally worth the purchase and my fishie and my little snail ate so happy in this tank. My fishie is way more active, friendly, and comes out to say hi every time I come check in on him and my snail. The filter functions well but is not the best filter but it doesn’t matter if you have live plants because the plants keep the water crystal clear and calls for way less water changes. I highly recommend this tank and to get some live plants to put in it as well! Also the lid for the opening isn’t the best but I found a lid to a jar that fits like a glove. The circular lid is a random piece of plastic. I recommend finding a different covering for the top of the tank. The lid on the tank is what I put that fit perfect the circle plastic is what came with the tank and I didn’t like it and got lucky and found the jar lid that fits like a glove. That would be my only issue because other thank that, this tank is perfect for my fishie, snail and myself!

Definitely on the smaller side but I believe this is the minimum size you should go for even for a single Betta. Its compact but very functional especially if you maintain it. If set up well, you can make it look nice and and well established. If you need a nano tank for a small space, perfect for table tops and desks. Love it personally, not because of the size but because it is practical for smaller areas.

Build & Design The quality of the glass is excellent. It features a dark background and comes with a leveling mat already glued to the bottom, which is a great functional detail. The kit is comprehensive, including the light, filter media, lid, and even gravel—a really nice touch that makes it truly "plug and play." There is even enough space to place plant cuttings on top of the tank. Packaging & Delivery I was initially worried about ordering a glass tank for delivery, but I was pleasantly surprised. It was packed incredibly tight and arrived perfectly intact. Verdict I’m very happy with this purchase. It’s a high-quality, sturdy little tank that punches well above its weight class. Whether you are into aquascaping or just need a solid home for a betta, this kit delivers.

Don't even hesitate. This tank is awesome! My little betta guy loves the upgrade with all the extra space. The design of the tank is sleek with nice quality glass and a cool black background. Super quiet filter with adjustable water flow. Took 5 minutes to set up. Just make sure you pour water into filter chamber to activate the flow once assembled on side of tank. Also, water level in tank should be quite high to keep filter working efficiently.

This is such a great little aquarium except of course there is very little that can be housed in it. I will be using mine as a nursery for baby/juvenile Rice Fish (Medaka). Otherwise a couple of shrimp or snails is all it will hold. The packaging was perfect, product arrived in good condition. Set up was super easy. I used a finer gravel than it came with, but did use the stones and part of the rougher gravel it came with. You can adjust the flow of water, and I can barely hear the aquarium running. I love the slightly transparent black back as it hides wires, and also makes foreground pop. Has a padded base which is great. Lid is basic, but adequate. Light seems fine, it only has one setting. Note: It does not come with a heater, but I think that’s typical for nano tanks. I really hope due to the success of this tank, they roll out a 5 gallon and a 10 gallon so we can actually house even just a few nano fish or a Betta. (This is too small for a Betta. It would have no swimming space.)

Very lovely tank. Easy to set up. Nice, quiet filter. Beautiful look and size. Love the lid with an opening to feed. Great for what we wanted it for a freshwater shrimp and guppy tank.

Amazing little tank. So happy with it! Glass is great quality and the filter was easy to setup. My betta seems very happy