About the BiOrb 8 Gallon Fish Tank
The BiOrb 8 Gallon Fish Tank combines an updated traditional fish tank look with a high-tech, aquarium-integrated filtration system. BiOrb has designed this tank to incorporate more sophisticated aquarium features, including the advanced five-stage filtration system. The fish tank is constructed of acrylic plexiglass and comes complete with a lighting system.
What Comes With Your 8 Gallon BiOrb Tank
- biOrb 30 (8 gallon) aquarium
- 900g ceramic media
- Standard Fresh Water Filter Cartridge
- low voltage air pump
- transform 12v
- Tap water conditioner and beneficial bacteria liquid
- thermometer
- Printed documentation
8 Gallon BiOrb Specifications
- Height: 16.5 inches (42cm)
- Width: 15.7 inches (40cm)
- Weight (empty): 12 lbs (1 kg)
- Weight (full): 68 lbs (31 kg)
- Capacity: 8 gallons (30L)
- transform 12v
- Two connectors (light and air pump)
- 12 month warranty
- Line voltage: 12 V AC
- Frequency: 50 Hz or 60 Hz, single phase
- Maximum continuous power: 13W
- Meets UL, ULC, and CE safety requirements
Aquarium setup options
The 8 Gallon BiOrb is perfect for a variety of tank configurations. The tank’s flexibility is one of its main strengths for fish owners looking for an aquarium that can handle various setups. If you’re looking for a quick and easy aquarium setup, the BiOrb allows you to keep goldfish and other coldwater fish right out of the box.
If you have tropical fish in mind that need warmer water, you’ll want to purchase a heater for your 8-gallon BiOrb tank. BiOrb manufactures a heater pack that will allow you to maintain a comfortable temperature for your tropical fish. Tropical fish that you may want to consider for your tank include mollies, barbs, tetras, guppies, and swordtails. Temperatures between 72°F and 78°F (22°C and 26°C) will ensure that your tropical fish have the right water temperature to thrive in their new home.
The 8 gallon BiOrb can also be set up for saltwater fish. With the addition of a heater pack and marine conversion kit, your tank will be ready to handle various types of saltwater corals and small fish.
Aquarium care and maintenance
When looking at tank care and maintenance, the first place to look is the filtration system, if one is included with the aquarium. Reef One is consistently one of the best manufacturers of filtration systems. What this means for you is less maintenance due to improved water quality.
The 8 Gallon BiOrb, like many Reef One BiOrb tanks, includes an excellent filtration system. The filtration system features a unique five-stage system that combines biological, mechanical, and chemical filtration, ensuring your fish tank water remains clean, clear, and healthy between filter cartridge changes.
Along with the elegant look, the design of the filtration system is very well done. The filter sits at the bottom of the tank and is barely visible unless you really look. Since the 8-gallon BiOrb is an orb, this keeps the 360° viewing angle unobstructed.
Aquarium design and appearance
While BiOrb makes quality tanks and filtration systems, the appearance of the aquarium is really where the 8 gallon sets itself apart from much of the competition. BiOrb and BiUbe tanks have become something of a celebrity fad, and for good reason. The tank looks great, combining the shape of a traditional fish tank with a modern design. While many tanks can be relatively boring in design, the 8 Gallon BiOrb allows you to place it anywhere you like, easily fitting into a living room, kitchen, or bedroom without sacrificing the area’s interior design.
Aquarium Reviews
What’s so good about the 8 gallon BiOrb?
- Great looks, elegant design.
- The Complete Aquarium Kit has everything you need to prepare your tank for your fish.
- 8 Gallon BiOrb Instruction Manual Includes FAQs, Instructions, and Recommended Fish
- Customization with hoods of different colors
- BiOrb Plexiglas Acrylic is 10 times stronger than glass
- Service kit filter system is easy to change and clean
- The 8 gallon size is bigger than some fish tanks, but small enough to fit under most furniture.
- Versatility of use with cold water, fresh water or salt water configuration capabilities
- Filtration makes maintenance easier than many equivalent tanks
- BiOrb’s advanced five-stage filtration system provides a healthy and clean environment for your fish.
What’s not great about the 8 gallon BiOrb?
- You will pay a premium for quality and design.
- The size of the tank limits the number and size of the fish
- The visible area of the fish tank is smaller than a conventional rectangular tank due to the curvature of the orb shape
- Water will sometimes splash out of the feed hole at the top of the tank
Fish Tank Review Summary
The 8 Gallon BiOrb Tank is a great choice for beginners and experienced fish owners alike. With its versatility, excellent filtration system, clean and attractive design, and small footprint, the 8-Gallon BiOrb does a great job of balancing form with function. We highly recommend the 8 gallon BiOrb tank.
