REVIEW of the Fluval Spec 5 Gallon Freshwater Kit

This video is a review of the Fluval Spec 5 Gallon Freshwater Kit. If you're interested in any particular section, here's the times for you to skip to:

Intro: 0:00
Appearance 0:13
Design Capabilities 1:22
Pricing 2:13
Lighting 2:50
Filter/Filtration 4:44
Scratch Resistance 6:53
My Overall Thoughts 7:24

The Fluval Spec comes in a few sizes, but they all are slightly different in style, so this review cannot apply to all the sizes like some other tanks. The Fluval Spec 5 Gallon Freshwater Kit comes in white and black, and I have the black one!

As always, video is not sponsored and tank was purchased with my own money! All opinions are my own and honest.

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My Equipment:
Camera: Canon EOS M6 Mark II
Lenses: Canon EF-M 18-55; Canon EF-M Zoom 55-200
Microphone: Samson CO2 Studio Condensor Microphone
Audio Recorder: Zoom H4N Pro Recorder
Lighting: Neewer 18-Inch LED Ring Light w/ Diffuser; Mountdog 6500K LED Softbox;
Additional Accessories: Neewer 5-in-1 Reflector; RapcoHorizon N1M1 15-Stage Microphone Cables (15 feet).

Instagram: officialbetterbetta

Music by Epidemic Sound.
Some video clips/photos by Canva.

FAQS:

Q: How many fish tanks do I have?
A: One! But I often film my mom's tanks as well, so you will see more than the two on my channel!

Q: Will I ever get a betta sorority/breed bettas?
A: Nope and nope! Both require a lot of work, money, and time to perfect- neither of which I'm willing or able to provide!

Q: How do you name your fish?
A: Sometimes I'm inspired by a character in a show or movie, or someone in real life like a celebrity. More often than not, however, I literally just choose whatever pops into my head- its like names I love but would never name my future children for whatever reason haha

[ByrneMOwens]

A very professional review with a balanced presentation. I really liked the use of a ruler to illustrate its depth. The height is more than the competition, so the depth is not a problem. Amazon has an excellent package of small driftwood that fit perfectly. As you point out, this is a very attractive tank that I find fits perfectly on the edge of a desk. The filter is top notch and the water flow is excellent. The light is perfect for healthy plants.

[katemartin]

Thank you! Can only fit a little tank in my current house and this is the one I'm starting to have my heart set on so this video has been so useful! Especially since I know now for sure that this is good for a live plant set up which is what I'm hoping for. Thanks again-new
subscriber here 😊

[bbartky]

I really liked the helpful checklist at the end. 👍

[Snowdragon.]

It’s nice to see a Canadian do a Betta channel regarding CND $

[thelazyfishkeeper]

well it's been a minute since you posted a video. well done stay well.

[fishiemon]

This was a very informative video 👀✌🏽👍🏽

[TraciOlivares]

I have a betta in this tank and am wondering if the water needs to be high enough to flow into the open slits where the filtration area is?

[PeterNscaletrains]

Thank you for the video!.
Question?, ...
I just set up a 5 gal. Spec, ( i commented on your set-up video earlier ), & noticed that you put the heater in the pump compartment, will that adequately heat the tank from that area?, ... I placed my Fluval heater directly in the middle back.
I think it would definitely look better if it was hidden.

Thank you!.

All the best,

Peter 🐟 🐠 🎣🐡

[michaelcarolynabuchbinder]

Thank you for this!
Question:
I noticed you have a snail in your tank… what do you to do keep it away from the sun ruin filter? I had one and he got sucked in it and died 😔

[BadKittyNoMilk]

with the strong filter flow, the suction (input, where the water is pulled in.) would be too strong for a betta correct? and not great for snails because of the opening at the top? Thank you for sharing. I love this tank

[tinamoser]

Do you know how this tank compares to the Aquatop Pisces 5 gallon tank?

[ajkandroid]

So which fluval tank u think still the best

[junito]

how do you keep yours from being so cloudy?

[Beafy]

I’m ready to move to Canada…you’re awesome and beautiful 😍