GeraldtonWA Posted March 4, 2012 Report Share Posted March 4, 2012 I'm interested in what experienced members think of the Aqua One beta barracks . I've seen these used by several pet stores to display betas for sale. They have a drip system consisting of a heater and pump but I don't think they actually filter the water. I'm wondering if they are any good for housing betas long term or if there is a better option available? Many thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shadoh Posted March 4, 2012 Report Share Posted March 4, 2012 Hey there... I have two of these in my fishroom that I use for jarring and growing out fry. They are not an ideal solution for full sized bettas full term in my opinion, but great for growing out and displaying fish you are trying to sell. There are sections in the sump to add filter media to filter the water. I use ceramic noodles and filter wool. It does a fairly good job. By only beef with the sump is that it is so small that it needs topping up just about every day or two due to evaporation. There were times early on in owning these when I put off topping up the sump in the morning and by evening, the heater was exposed and its glass casing cracked... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPlakat Posted March 4, 2012 Report Share Posted March 4, 2012 I wouldn't use them to house a betta permanently but they are perfect for displaying your best fish when customers or friends come around. I've wanted one for years and recently found a used one from another member. At $300ea brand new I'd rather be inspired by the concept and use the money for a more larger DIY approach or pay a little extra/less? and have something custom made. I've seen some amazing designs on youtube and google. I'm contempt with having individual & grow out tanks, it's more work but it feels like the fish appreciate the space and calm water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neffy Posted March 4, 2012 Report Share Posted March 4, 2012 Agree with Jarrod, good for raising fry or selling stock where it is a tempory home but for a long term house for your adult betta the containers are just far too small. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kertaz Posted March 5, 2012 Report Share Posted March 5, 2012 Speaking of Aquaone betta barracks, can anyone share how much water does the entire system hold? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shadoh Posted March 5, 2012 Report Share Posted March 5, 2012 Off the top of my head, approx 24 - 25 lts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yanagi Posted March 5, 2012 Report Share Posted March 5, 2012 We just learned they've released a new barracks with 24 'tanks' and built in lighting.. Cost estimated around $800+. No other info avaliable. I'd share my 2c but everyone has already said it all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shadoh Posted March 5, 2012 Report Share Posted March 5, 2012 I know of people who have built their own compartments for these so the barracks holds 6 2lt instead of 12 1lt compartments. Something I might look at doing... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
les Posted March 5, 2012 Report Share Posted March 5, 2012 if you are going to use a barracks system be it bought or DIY you have to be on the ball with the water management one slip can see your whole stock kept in the barracks gasping for air for no aparent reason. Proper protacols need to be set up when using any barracks and it is only the adearment to these protocols that make them safe and successful for operater and fish cheers les Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishbites Posted March 5, 2012 Report Share Posted March 5, 2012 Watch the taps above each compartment - they have a tendency to rust and freeze up.... can be replaced though.... Yan the 24 tank system is quite large with 3 rows - a LFS up here has one and the review they gave it isn't positive..... no way I would pay $800 if that's what its selling for.... For $800 you could get a decent custom barracks built ...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yanagi Posted March 5, 2012 Report Share Posted March 5, 2012 (edited) For $800 I could of gotten 2-4 more of my own design barracks built up and had room for 63+ fish in 5+lt each. Imagine if I had of made the chambers smaller.... I actually laughed when I heard the price 'cause I thought it was a joke. :blink: Edited March 5, 2012 by Yan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeraldtonWA Posted March 5, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 5, 2012 Great responses and comments. I'm glad I asked. Thanks to all that made a comment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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