Internal Filter Q

[Christor]

Hi, I currently have in my rio 125litre a Fluval U4 the dimensions being 81x36x50cm

The filter according to manufacturer runs 1000lph through it, strong enough I would say and gives a gentle sway to the plants in my tank

However im curious as to my options, its very big so would like smaller for a number of reasons

-I dont run ferts or Co2 so making sure plants are fed through the column isnt necessary, I have a soil base
- The fish I wish to keep arent big fans of heavy water flow
-Yes im aware of anaerobic conditions or dead spots, the soil will be aereated by MTS but again the water needs to be moving so wont be going too small

Anyone even recommend a good internal filter make? or whats the smallest I could go without compromising my tank and inhabitants, I will also be keeping shrimp so again needs to be considered

Thank you in advance

 

[Matt Warner]

Hi, I take it you have removed the standard juwel filter. If you are looking for a good internal filter then the eheim aqua all is a good filter. But you can't beat an external in my opinion as you have more room for more media and they provide much better flow than an internal.

 

[Christor]

Yeah it was bulky and a little awkward I found, the U4 is big and clumsy too for all I need it to do so looking something smaller and handier really, the aquaball oes look good and its adjustable head is something I like about it for sure! thanks for the shout