MarineLand offers a great selection of beginner all-in-one nano tanks (2.5 gallon and 5 gallon) for consumers looking for a gateway tank into the fish keeping hobby.
Whether you are a casual keeper or a hardened aquarist, these two flagship 5 gallon tanks have lead many a hobbyist puzzled with the true differences between them, despite the average pricing disparity ranging from $7 to $20.
The MarineLand 5 Gallon Portrait Glass LED Aquarium Kit has ranged from $53.99 to $59.99 in the past year.
The MarineLand Contour Glass Aquarium Kit with Rail Light has ranged from $55.99 to $79.98 in the past year.
One Question Remains: Is This Up-Charge For The Latter Tank Worth It For You?
Comparison
The Similarities
The Physical Tank/Aesthetics
14" x 9.5" x 9.5" glass tank
3/16" thick glass
5 gallon volumetric hold
Rounded corners
High quality glass cover to combat water evaporation
Filter cover
A plastic base to place the tank on for aesthetic and functional needs
Filtration
3-stage filtration
Mechanical filtration via (1) filter cartridge floss
Chemical Filtration via (1) activated carbon filter cartridge
Biological filtration via (1) Bio-Foam sponge block
Adjustable flow filter pump
Power
Separate plugs for the light and the pump, giving consumers the option to use timers for the lighting
The Differences
In Conclusion...
When choosing between the cheaper Portrait 5 Gallon Starter All-in-One Tank or the Contour 5 Gallon Starter All-in-One Tank, it ultimately comes down to 2 things:
Current pricing
Personal preference
You can't go wrong with either!
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