Fluval FX6 Canister Filter | Unboxing, Setup & Review

Today's video is the unboxing, setup and review of the Fluval FX6 Canister Filter. In the video, I explain how to properly setup this canister and a few tips and suggestions that have worked in my experience.

We cover the filter media stages and a few recommendations on what to put in the FX6. There are a lot of great choices out there, so feel free to take it or leave it.

Overall, the FX6 has a ton of volume and room for media, along with proven performance over time. We've had a few of these for years with no issues. They are relatively expensive though, so it is an investment if you're going with a FX6 canister.

If you're interested in any of the products use in the tank and video, feel free to check out the links below.

Thanks again for watching, and we'll see you next week!

[edcctf]

I've been running an fx6 on my 120 for almost a year. My thoughts: your setup is different running two canisters, but I put the filter in the middle and ran the intake and output to opposite corners for more water movement. Also, just a heads up for new owners. When you first plug it in it will run for a minute and then automatically shut off for a minute to prime itself again then turn back on and run. This is normal and it does it periodically to keep primed.

[MrBertie]

Stunning tank. Water quality is second to none. I have an fx6 running on my tank and it’s the best I have ever used.

[DiggingRob]

Best canister filter I ever feet from my bed quiet & powerful & reliable

[joshhopper]

Great video. I ran a canister on a non drilled 90. When I upgraded to a 150 it was drilled with an overflow and came with a sump and never looked back. The sump is so much easier to clean and take care of and as you stated it's more effective at cleaning the water. I've got about 70 gallons under my 275 and it works like a dream. Plus I have room underneath for grow out in one of my chambers. You don't need to drill to set up an overflow. Look up DIY pvc overflow. By the way your tank looks amazing I may need to try out that chemical water clarity trick. My tank looks a little worse for wear at the moment. I just had a transition of power on tank boss status. My venustus decided it was time to take over.

[alexchou]

After watched this video, i bought the Fx6 and everything doing so far so good on my 125 gallons. Thanks for your recommendation ! Cheers.

[kingstaeshow]

Nice! I’ve made it a tradition to buy an FX6 every Black Friday. This year I plan on getting two. Love those filters!

[brianp]

I love the fx6! This filter is a beast. I added a second one to my 125 African cichlid tank. Water stays crystal clear. I also can service the filters way less often. My biggest complaint is the plastic hose. It feels cheaply made for such an expensive filter. So far no issues with leaks.

[AtariTheAquarist]

Fx6 is a a great canister the only one I would prefer over it is a Oase biomaster thermo because of it's easy to clean pre-filter and built-in heater. Both a bit pricey but worth it in my opinion

[umersaleem]

Can’t wait for your follow up video on that saltwater tank. It looks amazing so far!

[CopperCanyonTerrapins]

Just picked up 3 nearly new FX6's from a fellow hobbyist who was getting out of the hobby. I got a steal...650 for all 3!

[baconsarniesquadron]

Just in time on on the ropes if getting a fx6 fir my 125 american cichlid tank i think ima get one!

[jlmm]

Couple tips I use marine silicone on my aqua stop gaskets makes it come of and on easier when I have to take it off . Also Home Depot has black pond tube that I replaced my tubing on canister it is more flexible

[johnrichardson]

Thank you so much.
I enjoy watching your video's with you and your brothers. I've just got yesterday a fx6 first time. Been lookin how to fill it. Thanks for the tips.
Am john from Liverpool uk.

[SuperMcZombie]

Just bought an FX4 for my 75 gallon, they're awesome filters. I plan on adding a second FX4 when I upgrade to a 180 gallon. Maybe I should look at FX6s..

[samlim]

I love your channel man! You hella chill. Going to get a FX6 soon!

[scottgordin]

Been running 2 FX6’s on my 125 S.American cichlid tank for two years now and I love em. Between both filters the water clarity is phenomenal and maintenance on em is pretty easy, and it takes about an hour to clean one filter. Each filter gets cleaned out every other month and I break it up to one filter cleaning a month as to not throw off the beneficial bacteria too much. Between that and weekly 30% water changes the maintenance on the tank is like a half hour a week and then one hour a month. That’s less time than mowing my lawn weekly, and easier too!!!

[cichlids]

Just ordered one for my 75 gallon I’ll be picking up Saturday can’t wait

[randomfeller]

I just so happened to pick up a 100 gallon tank in November and decided to go with an FX6, setting up a tank for the first time in 15 years, then went to Petsmart and found them for $150. I was like, well, guess it was meant to be!

[crazyaboutafricancichlids]

Nice pick up! Can't go wrong I love my fx6 and fx4

[denimlinar]

After this video I realized that my fx6 is completely vrong installed.
My bio media is on top and mechanical on the bottom 🤦🏽🤦🏽 thank you