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    TOTTO Hang-On filter

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    Hello hobbyist,
    Anyone care to share if they have or is using the above said? Intend to get 1 for my 60l tank for planted tank.
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    Re: TOTTO Hang-On filter

    It looks like it has a solid build an i watched a video on Youtube regarding the Totto Perfect Filter(Hang On type). It should be a good filter but overpriced for a hang-on. If you want a solid hang on filter, i'll recommend the Ehiem Liberty.
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    Re: TOTTO Hang-On filter

    Correction...it has a all-round gasket seal & it's a hang-on canister filter.
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    Re: TOTTO Hang-On filter

    Quote Originally Posted by RonWill View Post
    Correction...it has a all-round gasket seal & it's a hang-on canister filter.
    Thanks for the clarification. I guess the perks is that a hang on canister filter is easier to clean compared to a normal canister filter. However, the volume of filter media might be much lesser in a hang-on. I wonder if anyone is using it and can give an after review.
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    Re: TOTTO Hang-On filter

    Without having my end-user comments sounding like a product endorsement, I'm running two 2ft tanks with a model S in each & I like it.

    Besides build quality, not having to deal with hoses & not having to lug the whole filter to the toilet for cleaning, plus I have 6 media cartridges to play with, it also doesn't take up additional footprint in the rack or on the floor.

    The water flow is sump-like, from one compartment to another, not straight through, as in most canisters or typical HOFs & the media cartridges can be pried open to swap with other media of choice. I have one unit that's loaded with Siporax mini to maximize surface area within limited cartridge volume.

    Only down side I can think of... no chiller connection & possibly price...
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    Re: TOTTO Hang-On filter

    Quote Originally Posted by RonWill View Post
    Without having my end-user comments sounding like a product endorsement, I'm running two 2ft tanks with a model S in each & I like it.

    Besides build quality, not having to deal with hoses & not having to lug the whole filter to the toilet for cleaning, plus I have 6 media cartridges to play with, it also doesn't take up additional footprint in the rack or on the floor.

    The water flow is sump-like, from one compartment to another, not straight through, as in most canisters or typical HOFs & the media cartridges can be pried open to swap with other media of choice. I have one unit that's loaded with Siporax mini to maximize surface area within limited cartridge volume.

    Only down side I can think of... no chiller connection & possibly price...
    Thanks for the review. just out of curiosity are you ronnie from GC?
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    Re: TOTTO Hang-On filter

    You're curious & I have DID. What made you guess so??
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    Re: TOTTO Hang-On filter

    Quote Originally Posted by marle View Post
    It looks like it has a solid build an i watched a video on Youtube regarding the Totto Perfect Filter(Hang On type). It should be a good filter but overpriced for a hang-on. If you want a solid hang on filter, i'll recommend the Ehiem Liberty.
    Brother, how can an eheim liberty be more solid compared to TOTTO that uses filter media instead of sponge? Just curious.
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    Re: TOTTO Hang-On filter

    Quote Originally Posted by RonWill View Post
    Without having my end-user comments sounding like a product endorsement, I'm running two 2ft tanks with a model S in each & I like it.

    Besides build quality, not having to deal with hoses & not having to lug the whole filter to the toilet for cleaning, plus I have 6 media cartridges to play with, it also doesn't take up additional footprint in the rack or on the floor.

    The water flow is sump-like, from one compartment to another, not straight through, as in most canisters or typical HOFs & the media cartridges can be pried open to swap with other media of choice. I have one unit that's loaded with Siporax mini to maximize surface area within limited cartridge volume.

    Only down side I can think of... no chiller connection & possibly price...
    Thank you Ronnie. Appreciate the info. I will probably go with the TOTTO for one of my tanks.
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    Re: TOTTO Hang-On filter

    Quote Originally Posted by valleyhill View Post
    Brother, how can an eheim liberty be more solid compared to TOTTO that uses filter media instead of sponge? Just curious.
    For HOF, I always replace the sponge with filter media such as bio home. I saw the totto filter today. It looks awesome, with solid build quality. I'll choose that too if my budget permits.
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    TOTTO Hang-On filter

    Seriously, I would go for totto than eheim liberty if I have the budget.....

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    Yeah, i've seen Totto filters on a friend's tanks before and i would liken them to flattened canister filters made to hang on a tank!

    I do agree that they are really good as the filter volume is substantial and the water flow mimics IOS/RO unit style down/up flow paths. They have a relatively slim design too which is nice.

    The only disadvantage is that they take up alot more "glass real-estate" space on the side or back of a tank, so for those who are not keen on having bulky equipment hanging off the tank, this would probably be abit too obtrusive... but for those are using tanks with oyama/wallpapered background, then these filters will be hidden from view at the back anyways so its a relatively minor issue.
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    Re: TOTTO Hang-On filter

    today i went to GC and saw this filter, it cost around 17x? with that price I rather get a 2215.

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    Re: TOTTO Hang-On filter

    Different strokes for different folks. Hobbyists with bad back won't like to lug canisters around. No quick release connectors, spillage, etc.

    Don't get me wrong. I've been a Eheim die-hard for many years & still am since their universal pumps are amongst my trusted favorites.

    Main gripe with them is the fact that water flows from bottom of canister, straight through the media baskets & out through the top outlet. Dirtiest part of the filter is still at the bottom & to reach it for cleaning, I end up disturbing the bacterial colonies... not quite what I'd like to do. Newer Eheim models are now designed differently (dirtiest tray at top) but their head gasket is another story.

    Bottom line is, buy what you're most comfortable with.... just like not everybody loves blue cheese!
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    Re: TOTTO Hang-On filter

    Quote Originally Posted by ganet View Post
    today i went to GC and saw this filter, it cost around 17x? with that price I rather get a 2215.
    Each has it's own strong and weak points. Where price is concerned only, 2215 price also not exactly cheap compared to jebao and atman right

    I do agree that they are really good as the filter volume is substantial and the water flow mimics IOS/RO unit style down/up flow paths. They have a relatively slim design too which is nice.
    Same thoughts with me haha.
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