If it's too good to be true. It usually is.
Take note about lack of ability to see redress if there are quality control issues.
Issues that I am particular about would be as follows.
01. Glass used will not be of good quality. For best visibility at an affordable price, you need at least float glass.
02. There are many types of float glass, the clearer the glass, the more expensive it will be. Check by viewing from the side. Some are almost black or dark green. This makes your tank looks dim from outside.
03. Glass workmanship is questionable. Probably not diamond polished and chamfered edged. If they are, then there is no need for aluminum trimming.
04. Thickness of glass is usually an issue with low cost manufacturers.
05. Would they be using reputable silicon? Leakage is only one of the problem, some silicon are not suitable for aquariums and are known to release toxic chemicals.
And the above comments are only on the tank itself. Cabinet quality in terms of material and workmanshop is also another consideration.
Best to be safe than to have 6 X 2 X 2.5 ft of water on your living room floor at 2 am in the morning and in total darkness due to a tripped circuit breaker.
Cheers,
I have dwarf cichlids in my tanks! Do you?
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