Sicce Shark ADV 400

Awesome reactor! The pump is super quiet! Previously purchased the minimax reactor from Innovative marine and used for a week. The minimax pump was loud and the water flow generated a splashing noise. He pump was so loud I had to turn it off at night as my Red Sea cube is in my bed room. The acrylic work was what I I was drawn in initially by but the functionality was on the poor side. The sicce reactor is not as aesthetically advanced as the minimax but from a functional perspective, it is a much better reactor. I am sold on sicce products now, forget all the extra piping and connections with fancy acrylic design reactors, go for simple, reliable, functional, quiet, robust design. Sicce equipment is so affordable compared to other reef aquarium brands. I am very picky about aquarium equipment, This sicce reactor is one of my best equipment decision I have made in many years.

I got the Sicce Shark ADV 800 for my 40 gallon tank. I needed an internal filter since I'm housing a moray eel that requires a lid. This filter is unbelievably silent, and despite being compact, is much stronger than expected! I'll probably be getting a second one after getting a feel for it. As someone who works in home/business aquarium maintenance, my advice would be to get two of these if you're using it on a 40 gallon tank or larger. It'll help with water flow and because it's so compact, you'll want it for more filter media for beneficial bacteria to colonize in. My only gripe is that the filter compartments, despite being very modular and fun, are INCREDIBLY difficult to open for cleaning. It was not easy for me. This might just be an issue with my particular unit, but I have to use my heel and put pressure on the push tab of the lid to get it off, using all of my body weight. Nevertheless, it's durable, very customizable as far as filter media goes, and it's unobtrusive to look at. This filter is definitely worth buying, albeit on the more expensive side. If you don't desperately need a lid to keep your critters inside, a hang-on-back filter will be more affordable and work just as well.

I use in-tank filters on a few 40 breeders, and this one seems to be one of the better-made ones thus far. But it is not perfect. The powerhead on the SICCE Shark ADV 600 Internal Filter is definitely a strong point; it is easily adjustable by a dial and is definitely Italian-made, efficient, silent, a solid unit. the return nozzle isn't my favorite, I wish it came with a few more options like a spray bar, or really any other attachments, but it is not a big detraction. My only main complaint is the single chamber with a sponge it comes with. The main selling point is the magnetic expandable chambers, yet you only get one and no guidance as to where to purchase more. I miss the old Ehiem intank that had 3 attachable chambers in the box... but in the absence of that product, this is probably the next best one so far for the price. It's not Tunze Comline, but it is very good for the price and I may buy a few more.

SICCE Shark ADV 800- Using the Venturi is extremely loud. I was expecting a higher flow rate. I like the magnetic chambers. Being able take all the chambers out without having to remove the pump is very nice. The filter has been running for approximately 24 hours. This is a new 29 gallon set up. The picture without the Venturi working was taken yesterday around 6:30am. All the other pictures were taken about 24 hours later. Update 05/29/2024: Stopped using the Venturi. Filter is running great and quiet. The water is crystal clear. Live plants have been added along with some driftwood. The water does have a slight tea color due to the tannins being released by the driftwood. Updated to 5 stars.

Great filter. I made myself crazy trying to find one that had good flow, but not too much, wouldn't suck up my fish, wasn't too basic, but not too complicated, not crazy expensive, or so cheap the parts would be weak and break- and just worked for me and my fish. I FINALLY FOUND IT, THANK YOU SICCE

This filter has excellent suction power! It cleans up cloudiness with the most amazing efficiency. I loved how when I go to clean it I don't have to remove the entire device. All it needs is a simple rinse (with cold water only) to maintain beneficial bacteria. Without the oxygen tube it's so quiet that you won't even know if it's on. They do need to fix the loudness when taking in oxygen.

fait plus de bruit avec les bulles, sinon idéal pour la chambre a couché !

Good filter but make sure that you don't order a US one as these are not compatible with the voltage in the UK and Europe, having to pay the return cost makes this a loser 🙃

Bueno

Simply best and easiest filter system to use, and more importantly clean.

So many issues with this filter. The dial on the top never worked properly from the start. The motor burned out overnight last night, after only being installed for three months. Not happy with this purchase at all. And now I have to rush out, and find a replacement.