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API Flakes Tropical Fish Food

API Flakes Tropical Fish Food

By API 10 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
7.8 /10
Quality
8.0
Value
7.0
Design
6.0
Function
8.5
Durability
7.0
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In a Nutshell

  • API Flakes Tropical Fish Food is well-received by tropical fish.
  • Fish praises nutritional value
  • Small flakes result in water messiness
  • Packaging concerns have been reported
  • The majority of fish love the taste!

Quick Verdict

The product has mixed reviews; it's generally liked by tropical fish but causes water messiness. A majority love the product and fish lethargy.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 10
Would Recommend 50%
Would Buy Again 70%
Avg Lifespan 2 weeks

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Caution
🐈 Cats
Caution

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • High Nutritional Value (4)

    The food is appreciated for its high nutritional content.

  • Palatable (4)

    The food is palatable and loved by tropical fish.

  • Marine Flakes (2)

    The tropical fish feed contains many marine flakes.

  • Fish Eat Fast (2)

    The fish tend to eat the food faster than other brands.

Cons

  • Hard To Swallow (2) major

    The tiny pieces make it difficult for fish to eat but this might have to do with appetite.

  • Water Messiness (3) medium

    The tiny flakes make the water messy.

  • Packaging Issues (2) high

    Some users reported packaging issues, such as broken containers on arrival.

Who Is This For?

✓ Best For

  • • Pet owners with a large number of small fish — Multiple fish can be fed and are less likely to affect your tank's ecosystem.

✗ Skip If

  • • Pet owners who do not have spare fish or want to waste their money — It is unlikely that smaller fish will want to eat these dust-like flakes.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan 2-3 weeks

Cleaning Methods

✗ Machine wash
✓ Hand wash
✓ Spot clean

Rating Distribution

3.4
10 reviews
5★
50%
4★
10%
3★
0%
2★
10%
1★
30%

Common Questions

What does the food contain?

The food is enriched with vital nutrients, made of flora and fauna and tastes delicious!

Is the food product suitable for pets and reef tanks?

It is good for maintenance and the brand+ others suggest this.

Highlighted Reviews

— Nona

"The product has mild shrimp flavor and miners health nutrients."

— Paige

"The product bag is in very poor condition, food is scattered all over my floor."

Bottom Line

If you can manage the mess and are looking for a colorful and palatable food for your tropical fish, this product is worth considering. However, be cautious with the packaging and the small flake size.

7.8 /10
— Good

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