

Unfortunately, after years of aquarium filter manufactures upgrading HOB’s, existing in the 21st century enjoying all the technology, and modern conveniences of outer space adventures, no one has made a desirable self priming HOB. I thought having a self priming hang on the back (HOB) filter would be a great alternative to a sump or the canister filters. I’m also accustomed to over filtering my aquariums because I always overstock my aquariums, then modify the filters to keep the water clear and fresh.

It’s a normal process to medicate discus because they’re hyper aware of their surroundings and can become stressed to death. Before adding the Tidal 110 to the aquarium everything was fine. After just a little evaporation maybe 1” of water, the Tidal 110 is loud enough to scare my discus SICK! I woke up to a dead discus unable to understand what happened. Unfortunately, the discus required a round of medicine which can take up to 4 consecutive days of treatment, during which time I cannot change the water (add water or take out water). After 20+ years in the hobby we retired from the military and I can now have discus fish, the king of freshwater aquariums. The Tidal 110 is not a wise design for any hobbyist or peaceful fish. Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2023
