Shrimp & nano tank gear guides
Research-based comparisons built from published specs, manufacturer documentation and recurring owner feedback. No hands-on testing claims.
Gear guide · 3 min
Best heaters for nano shrimp tanks
Adjustable 25–50W heaters compared on published specs and safety features.
Gear guide · 2 min
Best substrate for cherry vs crystal shrimp
Inert gravel, Fluval Stratum, Amazonia and Controsoil: which shrimp need what.
Gear guide · 2 min
TDS, GH and KH test kits for shrimp
What each test measures, typical targets, and why TDS alone isn't enough.
Gear guide · 2 min
Best shrimp food: staples, boosters and treats
Shrimp King, Hikari Shrimp Cuisine and Bacter AE compared on their labels.
Gear guide · 2 min
Quietest air pumps for nano & shrimp tanks
Piezo vs diaphragm, what published dB figures really mean, and how to quiet any pump.
Gear guide · 2 min
Shrimp-safe filters: sponge, HOB or internal?
Keep shrimplets out of the intake without giving up flow or silence.