Best 5 gallon tank for a Betta

[Ch0le]

I've decided to start a new tank and make it as much as a Betta biotope as I can. There are so many 5 gallons to choose from and I know current has to be very low. Is there a Betta tank out there designed with the Bettas needs in mind? If not, what's my best bet?

 

[Colin_T]

Different countries have different sized tanks and every manufacturer says their tank is better than everyone else's.

Look for an aquarium that is 18-24 inches long x 10-12 inches wide x 10-12 inches high.

 

[Ch0le]

Will do! Thank you Colin_T!

 

[PheonixKingZ]

Do you mean brand, size, or quality?

I personally don’t like acrylic tanks. They are to easily scratched. I stick with glass tanks, for my, “Fish room”.

PetCo has a “$ per Gallon” sale right now. As long as you sign up for a membership (free) you can buy a tank between 1 and 28 gallons, for $ per gallon! ( 10 gal. = $10, 15 gal. = $15, etc.) Any tank over 29 gallons, is half-off. I belive all of their tanks are the, “Aquen” brand. (I could be wrong on that one!)

If you are looking for less expensive tanks, I suggest looking on Craigslist, for a cheaper, more local option. I hope this helps, and if you have any more questions, please ask!!

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[Ch0le]

Thank you. I like glass as well. I was thinking about a start-up 5 gallon kit. I just don't want to buy something that I hate when it comes to the filter. Thanks for the sale info. I may enter the contest as well. I want low current for the betta and I also want a quiet filter, as I will be setting up in my bedroom.

 

[dacrax15]

It's possible to buy just the tank itself and get a separate filter. I'd go with that route since the filters that often come as part of a tank kit are not the best.

 

[Ch0le]

It's possible to buy just the tank itself and get a separate filter. I'd go with that route since the filters that often come as part of a tank kit are not the best.

That's true. It's sad that they don't make a high quality 5 gallon specific to bettas.

 

[FishGuest5123]

I use the 5 gallon kits from Walmart. They have never let me down and are like $28 for the tank, lid, and Filter. The filter is gentle for the bettas. All you have to buy is the heater. Good luck!