Fluval C3 HOF

I wasn't a fan of HOF. When I first started a journey in aquarium, a couple of my HOFs flooded my home. After acquired my first external filter, Eden 501, I have never looked back to own another piece of HOF or OHF.

However, under friend's recommendation  and watching a few positive reviews from Youtubers about their experience with Fluval C3, I've decided to purchase one for my Cichlid tank. Another reason was because I am going to use my existing Eden 501 for an upcoming Vivarium  project and thus run short of filter for my existing aquarium.

Initially, I was a little hesitant because this HOF is not cheap and Amazon buyers, who bought similar products, have left rather negative reviews - mostly about its noise level. 

This product is very easy to install, it has no suction cups nor messy tubes. Give it a good rinse, pour in the media as according to their visual instruction guide and you are ready to plug-n-play this HOF.  As for noise level, it is SILENT!!!  Yes, I emphasize the noise level is hardly audible with the exception of water flowing sound.  If you hate water-fall, than this filter or any other HOFs is not your cup of tea.

The outflow current is quite strong and my water was cloudy before it became cyrstal clear after the 3rd day.  I am quite confident this HOF can quietly deal with all the poo-n-pee of my cichlids.  Highly recommended!