Sponge Filter Vs. Undergravel Filter

Hey all,

What are the pros and cons of a sponge filter vs. An undergravel filter?

I got a new 10 gallon tank and want to set it up with one of these. I'm leaning towards the under gravel filter, as I like the looks of it and I hear it's really good for plant and bb growth from aquarium co-op and a few others.

However, I feel like the sponge filter is more versital and reliable from so many people having experience with using them.

I hear both are easy on fish and inverts, fairly inexpensive, great at growing bb, creating surface agitation.

I plan on having guppies, shrimp, and a red claw crab. I'm thinking on going with sand substrate.

Thanks in advanced!

 

You are spot-on about the advantages of both types of filter. But as I remember, undergravel filters would not work with sand. It will just fill it up. And you have to dismantle everything just to clean it up when clogged.

My vote is for the sponge filter.

 

Tsin21 What kind of sponge filter would you recommend for a 10 gallon tank?

 

For my 5 gallon quarantine tank, I'm using something similar to this one:


Or you can check this one, it is rated for ten gallons:

 

For my 5 gallon quarantine tank, I'm using something similar to this one:


Or you can check this one, it is rated for ten gallons:

Thank you for your advice! It's been very helpful!!

 

For a 10 gallon tank you can make your own sponge filter , very easy to set up

 

Buy bulk and save. This is not mine, just one I found on eBay.

 

Thank you guys, for your advice!!

 

I use the second link filter that Tsin21 recommended. It works very well.