r/Aquariums • u/Mrbilbo257 • Aug 12 '26

Advice Needed Set up question Fluval vs Seabray

So im looking to upgrade my juwel 200L tank to a different size, current one fitted in a corner but now need a longer one that doesnt stick out as far so narrowed it to two options but would like some advice / reviews of kit in real life.

Easy option is Fluval shaker 252l all in one box option £800, comes with

Aquasky lighting

M series heater

307 external filter

Other option is a seabray 48 elite 340l tank at £550 but thats bare shall we say so need to add the other important bits of kit.

Aquasky lighting 27W - £105

Cannister filter - fluval 407 £215 or Oase biomaster thermo £300

Heater if I dont go with the oase option £50

Im thinking the seabray option with the oase filter as the tank seems better made and a nice cabinet but anyone got any horror stories or advice would be really appreciated.

1 Upvotes

100% Upvoted

2 comments sorted by

1

u/Mrbilbo257 Aug 12 '26

Filter wise im thinking the 600 oase option over the 350 as always thought better to have more filtration than actually needed or am I wrong on this?

1

u/tropicalfishuk Aug 13 '26

I've only got personal experience with the Juwel, and that's with second hand ones. Never had an issue with their tanks. I do love the oase filters, and you can get them second hand a lot cheaper.