Anyone got a BiOrb??

Question

If so what do you think???
Any tips???

Answer 1

I have a 60L BiOrb and a 35L BiUbe and love them both, they are attention getters that's for sure. I did not have the room or the desire for a big tank. I wanted something different and exciting and went with the BiOrb and BiUbe.
You are limited in stocking issues, as you must only add a few fish at a time, The key to success is not to rush things, take your time, keep up with the partial water changes and you will be fine, also note that you are limited to the sizes of fish, I find it best to keep them around two inches (5cm). Anyway, the folks at reef-one have created a truly unique fish tank and provide very detailed instructions that, when followed, will keep you and the fish happy.
BiOrbs are not for everyone, but if you can be satisfied with a great looking simple tank that doesn't need to hold a ton of fish you can't go wrong with the BiOrb. It requires just a little maintenance and is truly a beautiful looking tank.
BiOrbs come in three different sizes,15 Liters (about 4 gallons) , 30L (about 8 gallons) and 60L (about 16 gallons). and then there is the 35L Biube (about 9 gallons). Be sure to visit their website at http://www.reef-one.com for complete stocking recommendations and guides. As far as supplies go, like filters and such, they are hard to find at my local pet store. but I haven't had any problems getting them online from www.petco.com or www.petsmart.com.
I pay about $6 for the filter and change it every other month. so I don't think that's such a big expense for such a cool and stylish tank.

Answer 2

If you use it responsibly and don't put too many fish in and regularly check on the filters and replacements then they can be excellent tanks once established.
They do take longer to establish than an ordinary tank as they have such a specialised filter but after a month the tank will be up to full capcity.
BiUbe's are great as they have a taller surface area for the fish and again are all part of the BiOrb family.
Only thing is you need to take into consideration the cost of new filters for them as they are not just ordinary pad filters and the whole thing needs to be changed regularly to keep the tank looking good.

Answer 3

ER BiOrbs or well rubbish soz but they are you cant see the fish well and they craze the fish because they have to keep going round in circles sorry :(

Answer 4

I don't and wouldn't. If you are considering buying one, I would say think again and really consider that you can get a far superior tank for less money if you buy a "regular" rectangular aquarium. They are far better for the fish in the long run.

MM

Answer 5

a complete waste of money. My mum had one and they are hard to clean as the surface scratches easily with it being plastic. For the same price you can get a nice little glass one, even one of the hexagonal shaped ones, nice to look at and easier to clean

Answer 6

my tip is, sell it on ebay and buy a real tank.
biorbs aren't very good tanks (lack surface area, rubbish filtration, limited stocking options, curved surfaces are rubbish at getting a good view of fish) and are ridiculously overpriced.

Answer 7

I don't have one, but I know they aren't worth buying.

Get a regular tank.

Cheaper, and same or better quality.

Answer 8

don't listen to this lot. i have a bi orb and a 4 foot tank and the bi orb is so much easier.

Answer 9

hey dont listen to this lot wot do they know buy two go on

Answer 10

i don't have one but i want one!


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