5 Gallon Tank Smackdown!

[NorthernLights]

I am considering upgrading to a 5 gallon tank. Currently the contenders are:

Hawkeye Semi-Hex 5 Gallon:
http://www.amazon.com/Aquarius-AQ150...allon+aquarium

MarineLand Hex 5 Gallon:
http://www.amazon.com/Marineland-Ecl...ium+marineland


MarineLand Eclipse 5 Gallon Corner:
http://www.amazon.com/Marineland-Ecl...allon+aquarium

Aqueon 5 Gallon Mini-Bow:
http://www.amazon.com/Aqueon-17774-D...allon+mini-bow

I know these are all popular tanks. Which do you like best and why?

[Skyewillow]

I like the mini-bow personally, it has plenty of horizontal swimming space!

[tekkguy]

I'd dump both of the Eclipse tanks off the list, because I can't stand their filters. They are also the tallest of the choices, and offer less horizontal space as a result.

[sandybottom]

if you are doing a planted tank, i think the hawkeye would be better. it has pretty good reviews.it says it has a full florescent hood.

[White Mage]

I'd personally recommend this one: http://www.petsmart.com/product/inde...uctId=11459461
It's 5.5 gallons :p

The filter is very quite and does a good job also. Also easy to baffle with the water bottle technique.

[aemaki09]

I'd go with the Aqueon mini bow. They are really nice, good filter. The only thing id change on it is lighting and get CFL's for it

[waterdog]

I use the Marineland hex 5 and love it. The filter is low flow and does not need baffling, the bio wheel holds BB when a new filter is installed, the single intake tube takes up almost no room inside the tank.

[latriana465]

I would have to vote for the Aqueon 5 Gallon Mini-Bow. I have two already and do not have any complaints =)