Review: AquaMaxx HF-M Filter/Skimmer Unit

[Clownfish_Boy]

For those like myself who have aquariums of 60 gallons or less and no room for a sump, the AquaMaxx HF-M filter/skimmer combine is a really great filtration system. It comes with some biological filter media and has a large compartment which may be used as a refugium or additional biological filtration. I am thoroughly pleased with the unit's operation; the skimmer works great on my 60 gallon.

 

[Peace River]

Good feedback - thanks for sharing! How long have you had the Aquamaxx system? Have you noticed any changes in your water parameters?

 

[Clownfish_Boy]

Good feedback - thanks for sharing! How long have you had the Aquamaxx system? Have you noticed any changes in your water parameters?

No change in the water parameters; everything is perfect since the tank finished its startup cycle. But that skimmer sure removes a lot of gunk from the aquarium !

 

[Jen1978]

I use the same since set up of my 55 gallon in the beginning of July. So far I have no complaints. I recently added chaeto and made a DIY grow light to put on the back window. I can usually let it run during a water change of 10% with no worries. My heater, seneye and probes all fit in it with lots more room.

 

[Clownfish_Boy]

I use the same since set up of my 55 gallon in the beginning of July. So far I have no complaints. I recently added chaeto and made a DIY grow light to put on the back window. I can usually let it run during a water change of 10% with no worries. My heater, seneye and probes all fit in it with lots more room.

Cool ! That big compartment makes a great fuge or can contain additional bio media. It's like having a sump on the back of your tank....

 

[captainsalty808]

I know this is a 5 year old thread….anyone with this unit have the skimmer cup leak during the break in period? Like from the seat, where the o-ring is? Is there a fix for this? Does it stop after the break in is complete?