The biOrb FLOW LED Aquarium has a nice design but suffers from significant issues. The filter is too strong, making it unsuitable for betta fish, and the small opening makes cleaning difficult. Some users also reported manufacturing defects.
Functionality issues impacting core use imagery.
Prevention: Consider alternatives suitable for betta fish.
Users appreciate the aesthetically pleasing appearance of the aquarium.
The filter is too strong for small fish like betta fish.
Tip: Replace with a betta-specific filter.
The small opening makes it hard to clean the aquarium.
The built-in LED light is excessively bright for fish.
Tip: Use tape to cover the light.
Some units had manufacturing issues such as incorrect installation of parts.
Recent reviews mention significant issues not reported in older reviews
neutral
negative
No, the filter is too strong for betta fish.
Cleaning is difficult due to the small opening. A siphon is recommended.
Yes, users reported that the light is too bright and had to cover it with tape.
"Looks very nice! I put a flat white lazy susan under it so I can see hiding fish. will be getting a larger aquarium & give this one to a Betta."
"I bought this tank for my betta fish. Immediately, I realized the filter was way too strong. So, I took it out and put a betta specific filter in. Then, when it came time to change the water, it dawned on me… There is only a small lid on top, no way to dump the water out and clean the tank well. S..."
While it looks nice, the biOrb FLOW LED Aquarium has significant issues that make it not worth the purchase. Consider other options.
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