--- product_id: 7740604 title: "AquaClear 30 Power Filter, Fish Tank Filter for 10- to 30-Gallon Aquariums" price: "₱7602" currency: PHP in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/7740604-aquaclear-30-power-filter-fish-tank-filter-for-10-to store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # energy-efficient pump 7x filtration volume whisper-quiet operation AquaClear 30 Power Filter, Fish Tank Filter for 10- to 30-Gallon Aquariums **Price:** ₱7602 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 💧 Elevate your aquarium game with the AquaClear 30 — where power meets peace and pristine water flows effortlessly. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** AquaClear 30 Power Filter, Fish Tank Filter for 10- to 30-Gallon Aquariums - **How much does it cost?** ₱7602 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/7740604-aquaclear-30-power-filter-fish-tank-filter-for-10-to) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Triple-Stage Purity:** Mechanical, chemical, and biological filtration with premium media for unbeatable water clarity and toxin removal. - • **Effortless Maintenance:** Quick installation and easy bi-weekly cleaning keep your tank pristine with minimal hassle. - • **Energy-Smart Performance:** Whisper-quiet, low-energy pump reduces your carbon footprint and operating costs without sacrificing flow. - • **Customizable Flow Control:** Adjustable water flow lets you tailor filtration intensity perfectly for tanks from 10 to 30 gallons. - • **Maximized Filtration Power:** Up to 7x more filtration volume than competitors ensures crystal-clear water and healthier aquatic life. ## Overview The AquaClear 30 Power Filter is a high-capacity, energy-efficient filtration system designed for 10- to 30-gallon aquariums. Featuring a 3-stage filtration process with AquaClear Foam, Activated Carbon, BioMax, and Cycle Guard media, it delivers up to seven times more filtration volume than comparable filters. Its whisper-quiet pump and adjustable flow make it ideal for maintaining crystal-clear, toxin-free water with easy installation and maintenance. ## Description The Fluval AquaClear 30 Power Filter delivers powerful, efficient filtration for aquariums from 10 to 30 gallons, helping maintain a clean, healthy aquatic environment. Utilizing a 3-stage filtration system, it removes debris, discoloration, odors, and harmful toxins through mechanical, chemical, and biological processes. This filter comes equipped with high-quality Fluval media—AquaClear Foam, Activated Carbon, BioMax, and Cycle Guard—providing exceptional water clarity and stable, long-lasting biological filtration. With up to seven times more filtration volume than similar filters, the AquaClear 30 ensures more effective media contact time for superior performance. Designed with an energy-efficient, whisper-quiet pump, it reduces operating costs while delivering reliable water flow. Installation is quick and straightforward, and routine maintenance is simple, making it a top choice for aquarists seeking dependable, high-capacity filtration. (Packaging may vary.) Review: Second one! Great OTB filter - This is my second purchase of the AquaClear 30 Hagen Power Filter (AKA: "Fluval 30"), the 10-30 gallon adjustable flow OTB filter. I have a 10G standard tank and a 20G high tank. This filter is ideal for both. It is dead quiet (I have both tanks in my living room) and I cannot tolerate motor noise or a constant hum (I have a really quiet air pump in the room as well!). It would drive me up the wall. So... quiet. Very quiet. This thing can run 150gph through itself. That's turning over all the water in a 30G tank five times every hour. But, best of all, if you turn it down (and for a 10 or 20 you need to!), it recirculates water inside itself and refilters it many times before the waterfall. This is what they claim, and I think it's true. Can't prove it. So... plenty of suction. The part that holds the filter material in place (a sort of removable U-shaped shelf) can be easily removed while the filter is running if you take it slow, otherwise it gets a little sloppy. Same thing when you put it back. They provide you with filter stuff. My advice... keeping the big sponge is a must, that's an integral part of the system, and then get yourself whatever filter media you like in bulk blankets. I don't use charcoal other than when I need to clear some medication or something, so I use a dual-density very fine polyester mechanical filter (comes in mats, cut to size, good for years) as the "polishing" stage, then I have a bag of bio-rock matrix sitting on top just before the waterfall. Works for me. I cut what I need, and it's lots cheaper than cartridges and all that. (This filter runs water from the bottom up through the various media and out the top for the waterfall. Bear that in mind when you stack things up.) Disassembly is easy-peasy. CAUTION!!!!!! When you take the pump assembly off (a quarter-turn, and it comes right off), do it over a towel away from anything where you can lose a small part. The impeller is right there, magnetically bound to it's shaft. You need to remove it (tweezers, like that) and rinse out that chamber as well as clean off the impeller. It's not THAT small, but you really don't want to lose it down the sink! And, like all OTB filters, the U-channel that carries water over the back is hard to get clean. Get REALLY flexible tube brushes... 3/4" and 1" will to nicely. You have to get around a 90 degree bend. Other than that... nothing to complain about, and that's a necessary design they all have. And last, it's low profile. The entire unit sticks up about one inch (2.6 cm) above the tank. The little flow adjusting handle thingy protrudes another little bit above that, but the whole thing is very unobtrusive. Perfect for a display tank. The one thing I wish OTB filters had is an in-line ON/OFF switch and a disconnect so you don't have to dig around and unplug it when you want to service it or just turn it off for feeding time. I can do that stuff myself, but if *I* want something like that, I bet lots of folks do. ::hint hint:: Anyway, I love this filter. Review: Excellent!! - Works exactly as expected. It's very quiet, pumps efficiently, and filters extremely well. One thing to note- when I first bought this and started using it, it was pretty noisy. After about a week it became whisper quiet, to the point where it's hard to tell if it's even on sometimes. I think this is due to the fact that the impeller doesn't sit very tight in its housing. However, this is a good thing because it allows for a small amount of algae/ gunk buildup on the impeller's parts and that's inevitable. Once that builds up, the impeller functions much better and silences itself. I've tried cleaning the impeller for maintenance and it becomes loud again until the gunk builds back up, so now I just leave it alone with no issues at all. Another good thing- The filter process on this is extremely efficient. The water flows up from the bottom of the filter housing through 3 separate levels of filtration (sponge, charcoal, bio-blocks). This works soooo much better than the bio-wheel filters I've used before. Additionally, this filter has a bypass system, where if the filters get too clogged the water is still free to flow. My filter has become extremely full before with hardly any need for the water to go through the bypass, this filter is awesome at what it does. Once the sponge filter is dirty and clogged, there's no need to buy a new one to replace it. I've been rinsing/ wringing it out every water change for months and it still works like it's brand new (rinse out in the water you just removed, not tap water. Tap water can cause chemical shock and start a re-cycle of your tank). I also gently swish around the charcoal filter but mostly leave it alone. Try not to touch the bio-blocks, you don't want to disturb the bacteria that grows on them. Rinsing or cleaning that is a BIG no-no. You'll be surprised how much gunk comes out of the sponge when you clean it, you can really tell this thing does its job well. Bottom line- excellent product. Will definitely buy again if needed, would definitely recommend. Tip- buy one just slightly bigger than needed for your tank, I've always found this to be more efficient. I use this in my 20 gallon tank, even though it's rated for up to 30 gallons. If the current is too much for your fish, use the built-in flow adjuster to tone it down a little (think about it this way- if you buy one rated for up to 20 gallons, and use it in a 20 gallon tank, you're using it at maximum capacity and won't get as good results. Using one designed for up to 30 gallons will give you a "buffer zone" and will work better overall) ## Features - Aquarium filtration system that offers superior contact time with filter media and energy efficient pump lowers operating costs - Quick and easy installation; we recommend that you clean aquarium filter every 2 weeks for maximum operation and efficiency - Provides optimal mechanical; chemical; and biological filtration - Comes equipped with AquaClear Foam; Activated Carbon Filter and BioMax and Cycle Guard for superior water quality - Filtration volume is up to 7 times larger than comparable fish tank filters ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Customer Reviews | 4.1 out of 5 stars 4,558 Reviews | ## Images ![AquaClear 30 Power Filter, Fish Tank Filter for 10- to 30-Gallon Aquariums - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81fjNf87cDL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Would the 110 be overkill for a 36 gal goldfish tank? Would the 100 work just as well?** A: I run (2) 110's on a 90 gallon tank of exotic goldfish. That means I'm running 1000 gallons an hour through the filters on high. I've raised exotic goldfish for 50 years - goldfish are the DIRTIEST fish there are. They produce more ammonia than any other fish. These filters work great. I have some mini's - now called the 20's - which I have had for 35 + years, and they still run as well as the day I bought them. I ONLY USE AquaClear. Best filter out there! They last forever because there are no moving parts to break. There is only a magnetic impeller. In 50 years, I've only had to replace one intake tube that broke, and it was my fault! I tried a canister filter once, and quickly went back to my Hagen AquaClears. Easier to use, and as big as they are, you can use any kind of media in them that you want to use. You cannot go overkill on filtration for goldfish. **Q: do you need to replace the filter media in time, and if so, how expensive is the whole kit** A: I ditched the carbon early on, never clean the ceramic donut things and clean the sponge once every 6 months. Have had it 2 years with zero issues and a very stable tank for fancy goldfish. Love this filter. Less maintenance and less noise than others. I actually came here to purchase a second one for my tank to replace my old hang on the back filter. So I will have two of these 60-110 gallon filters on my 55 gallon tank. Sounds over kill but it’s not for them dirty goldfish lol. **Q: Will the 110 fit on over the 1-1/4" tank edge of my 70 gal tank?** A: 13 1/2"L X 6 3/4"W X 9"H with 4" of its width behind the tank. **Q: How many Gallons of water per hour (GPH) does this filter handle?** A: I am not sure, but I know it turns it over at least once per hour. I can tell you I use it in a 100 gallon turtle tank (turtles are notoriously dirty) that is about 2/3 full. It keeps the water sparkling clean and free of all debris all the time. The water NEVER looks dirty. I do clean the media and vacuum the tank once every 1 - 1 1/2 weeks, but I have been extremely pleased with this filter. If it ever breaks, I will definitely get another. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Second one! Great OTB filter *by P***I on June 25, 2021* This is my second purchase of the AquaClear 30 Hagen Power Filter (AKA: "Fluval 30"), the 10-30 gallon adjustable flow OTB filter. I have a 10G standard tank and a 20G high tank. This filter is ideal for both. It is dead quiet (I have both tanks in my living room) and I cannot tolerate motor noise or a constant hum (I have a really quiet air pump in the room as well!). It would drive me up the wall. So... quiet. Very quiet. This thing can run 150gph through itself. That's turning over all the water in a 30G tank five times every hour. But, best of all, if you turn it down (and for a 10 or 20 you need to!), it recirculates water inside itself and refilters it many times before the waterfall. This is what they claim, and I think it's true. Can't prove it. So... plenty of suction. The part that holds the filter material in place (a sort of removable U-shaped shelf) can be easily removed while the filter is running if you take it slow, otherwise it gets a little sloppy. Same thing when you put it back. They provide you with filter stuff. My advice... keeping the big sponge is a must, that's an integral part of the system, and then get yourself whatever filter media you like in bulk blankets. I don't use charcoal other than when I need to clear some medication or something, so I use a dual-density very fine polyester mechanical filter (comes in mats, cut to size, good for years) as the "polishing" stage, then I have a bag of bio-rock matrix sitting on top just before the waterfall. Works for me. I cut what I need, and it's lots cheaper than cartridges and all that. (This filter runs water from the bottom up through the various media and out the top for the waterfall. Bear that in mind when you stack things up.) Disassembly is easy-peasy. CAUTION!!!!!! When you take the pump assembly off (a quarter-turn, and it comes right off), do it over a towel away from anything where you can lose a small part. The impeller is right there, magnetically bound to it's shaft. You need to remove it (tweezers, like that) and rinse out that chamber as well as clean off the impeller. It's not THAT small, but you really don't want to lose it down the sink! And, like all OTB filters, the U-channel that carries water over the back is hard to get clean. Get REALLY flexible tube brushes... 3/4" and 1" will to nicely. You have to get around a 90 degree bend. Other than that... nothing to complain about, and that's a necessary design they all have. And last, it's low profile. The entire unit sticks up about one inch (2.6 cm) above the tank. The little flow adjusting handle thingy protrudes another little bit above that, but the whole thing is very unobtrusive. Perfect for a display tank. The one thing I wish OTB filters had is an in-line ON/OFF switch and a disconnect so you don't have to dig around and unplug it when you want to service it or just turn it off for feeding time. I can do that stuff myself, but if *I* want something like that, I bet lots of folks do. ::hint hint:: Anyway, I love this filter. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent!! *by G***H on May 22, 2015* Works exactly as expected. It's very quiet, pumps efficiently, and filters extremely well. One thing to note- when I first bought this and started using it, it was pretty noisy. After about a week it became whisper quiet, to the point where it's hard to tell if it's even on sometimes. I think this is due to the fact that the impeller doesn't sit very tight in its housing. However, this is a good thing because it allows for a small amount of algae/ gunk buildup on the impeller's parts and that's inevitable. Once that builds up, the impeller functions much better and silences itself. I've tried cleaning the impeller for maintenance and it becomes loud again until the gunk builds back up, so now I just leave it alone with no issues at all. Another good thing- The filter process on this is extremely efficient. The water flows up from the bottom of the filter housing through 3 separate levels of filtration (sponge, charcoal, bio-blocks). This works soooo much better than the bio-wheel filters I've used before. Additionally, this filter has a bypass system, where if the filters get too clogged the water is still free to flow. My filter has become extremely full before with hardly any need for the water to go through the bypass, this filter is awesome at what it does. Once the sponge filter is dirty and clogged, there's no need to buy a new one to replace it. I've been rinsing/ wringing it out every water change for months and it still works like it's brand new (rinse out in the water you just removed, not tap water. Tap water can cause chemical shock and start a re-cycle of your tank). I also gently swish around the charcoal filter but mostly leave it alone. Try not to touch the bio-blocks, you don't want to disturb the bacteria that grows on them. Rinsing or cleaning that is a BIG no-no. You'll be surprised how much gunk comes out of the sponge when you clean it, you can really tell this thing does its job well. Bottom line- excellent product. Will definitely buy again if needed, would definitely recommend. Tip- buy one just slightly bigger than needed for your tank, I've always found this to be more efficient. I use this in my 20 gallon tank, even though it's rated for up to 30 gallons. If the current is too much for your fish, use the built-in flow adjuster to tone it down a little (think about it this way- if you buy one rated for up to 20 gallons, and use it in a 20 gallon tank, you're using it at maximum capacity and won't get as good results. Using one designed for up to 30 gallons will give you a "buffer zone" and will work better overall) ### ⭐ Major failure *by D***N on January 6, 2026* Product worked well, until it didn't. 1. On December 8, the filter failed for the second time, sending three gallons of fish water into my kitchen drawers. 2. The warrantee on the Amazon page and the filter box says 2-year warrantee. 3. On December 30, the filter failed for the third time, losing a quart of water in less than three minutes, 4. On January 4, they offered to send me a new o-ring. 5. Their policies do not allow them to meet requirements of their stated warrantee. 6. In my many communications with the company, never once has anyone expressed disappointment, no less regret, that their product (and their company) had a distressing result. ## Frequently Bought Together - AquaClear 30 Power Filter, Fish Tank Filter for 10- to 30-Gallon Aquariums - Aqua Clear AquaClear 30 Foam Filter Insert, Aquarium Filter Replacement Media, A605 - AquaClear A1382 Activated Carbon Insert, 30-Gallon Aquariums, White, 3-Pack --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ph/products/7740604-aquaclear-30-power-filter-fish-tank-filter-for-10-to](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/7740604-aquaclear-30-power-filter-fish-tank-filter-for-10-to) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-04-24*