Best Nano Tank and Stand

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Hi! I feel pretty good about reef keeping and decided to go back to nano. Still keeping my larger32 gallon nano tank but selling my freshwater tank. I need to have two tanks (it’s a need!!) or I don’t have enough stress in my life.

As a birthday gift to myself I’d like to get a nice tank and stand for the office or bedroom. I’m thinking 10-20 gallons but it must come with a matching black stand. I considered AIO but read the stands are no good. I love the look of IM but don’t see a matching stand for it. I don’t want biocube (hate the look) and have already tried the Fluval 13.5 and found it subpar. I wouldn’t mind a tank with a sump but it would be a learning curve. Been scouring FB marketplace but kind of want to buy brand new and was also going to check out my LFS in two different towns. I’d really love to keep my budget under $800 if possible. This tank would primarily be macro algae, corals, crabs, and maybe a clown pair. Would prefer a square shaped over a long tank if possible. Any leads are welcome! Happy Reefing!
 
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Would an IM 15-gallon AIO fit on the black JBL 20-gallon stand?
 
Hi! I feel pretty good about reef keeping and decided to go back to nano. Still keeping my larger32 gallon nano tank but selling my freshwater tank. I need to have two tanks (it’s a need!!) or I don’t have enough stress in my life.

As a birthday gift to myself I’d like to get a nice tank and stand for the office or bedroom. I’m thinking 10-20 gallons but it must come with a matching black stand. I considered AIO but read the stands are no good. I love the look of IM but don’t see a matching stand for it. I don’t want biocube (hate the look) and have already tried the Fluval 13.5 and found it subpar. I wouldn’t mind a tank with a sump but it would be a learning curve. Been scouring FB marketplace but kind of want to buy brand new and was also going to check out my LFS in two different towns. I’d really love to keep my budget under $800 if possible. This tank would primarily be macro algae, corals, crabs, and maybe a clown pair. Would prefer a square shaped over a long tank if possible. Any leads are welcome! Happy Reefing!
Curious what you didn't like about the fluval. Am thinking about downsizing my aquarium before moving
 
Curious what you didn't like about the fluval. Am thinking about downsizing my aquarium before moving
The AIO system has its negatives and I found overhangs or sumps more manageable. The AIO would end up accumulating so much gunk and I hate looking at it.
 
This mine. Seems to be exactly what you describe. The brand name is on the front. Aqua One.

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