Eheim Pickup 200 Internal Filter

An excellent simple filter.I have two filters in a 240 litre Juwel tank, one filter each end of the tank.I’ve been running them for two weeks and they’re keeping the tank reasonably clear, this week i opened the filter outlets fully to improve efficiency.I run a third filter (Aquael Turbo 1000) for the biological media (Eheim Substrate Pro) using the media container supplied with the Aquael filter.This combination seems to work quite nicely, the water is clear, the fish seem happy (although I’ve been unable thus far to ask them for an opinion).The Eheim 200 pickup filter is really easy to use and clean equally suitable for a novice or an experienced fish keeper.I’m really happy with this choice of filter, i used to run an external filter but became wary of external filters after experiencing a couple of leaks, quality and simplicity is best.Edit 16/04/25, both filters working well, I’m considering putting some Eheim Substrat Pro in the bottom of these filters (there is about 2 inches of usable space) I’ll cut the sponge down by 2 inches to accommodate the media.

Initially, I bought Eheim Pick Up 160 and used in an 87l Interpet fish tank. It broke after 2 years. Just stopped working. I had to buy a new filter ASAP.This time I chose Eheim Pick Up 200. It is very similar to the previous one but taller.I have had it for less than a month and it works fine so far. With the 200 the water looks more clear than with the 160. I suggest you get the biggest filter you can fit in your fish tank.I like how well it airates the water while being very quiet.It's quite simple inside. Just a large sponge. No charcoal or other media. Though, it's easy to add whatever other media you want.The sponge works just fine. When it gets dirty I gently wash it in the aquarium water I'm going to discard during a water change.It's important not to wash the sponge too much or with running water. It has good bacteria living on it which is needed to keep the water safe for the fish.Happy aquariuming! 😊

Such a great name and I know why. Not a fan of internal filters as they heat the water but this thing, 💯💯💯 flow is adjustable in speed & direction. Filter quality is unbelievable, keeping the water clean as heck. Performs so well. It’s easy to install and clean. Cheap to operate/run. Almost no noise. Not to big & I’ll never throw it away despite now being predominantly on canister filtration. Highly rec

Great filter im using it in a 64liter as i have many fish most of those being corydoras as they have bred like crazy lol the waterfall type hang on filter i was using before wasn't doing the job it was spossed to so this one seemed a good replacement with the extra water flow and bubble feature i don't use the bubble bit tho because its in my bedroom and would be far to loud to sleep with, it is a bit noisy but i am still able to get a good nights sleep iv had it running 2 days now and im not a zombie xD overall i would recommend it.

A very efficient, well made filter. Quiet running but with good water circulation. Just the right flow for my set ups. Easy to remove and clean the sponge too which is a real godsend. I have one in each of my 30 inch tanks and all working fine with great water quality.

i have bought several of these over the last 5 to 7 years. I have a 200L tank. One can just about do it but 2 are better

Back it goes. I'm not going to blame good reviews bc the quality control on those products are non existent. So those lucky ones get good one. Bought interpet same situation. Anyway I bought 2 different size of eheim the small one had damaged impeller so I bought new impeller and all good since impeller replaced the 200 one would not fit together, with hammer maybe, as it don't fit properly water pouring where not supposed to. If forced together then is no way to take it a part, I hat to take whole thing out of aquarium, So much so for easy access for cleaning . For £37 I would expect top quality. You will better of buy any cheap filter and buy eheim compatible sponge as the sponge does most of the job anyway. No more eheim for me as 2 of 2 wr rubbish. Thanks for amazon give the opportunity send it back.