The 6 Best Electric Aquarium siphons (2023 reviews)

We know from years of feedback from readers, customers and amazon sellers, what most people want in a siphon. The laifoo electric aquarium siphon is exactly that - it's a simple siphon that hits all the right notes. The comparable python aquarium vacuum has a much longer tube. It uses pressure, like a siphon. It’s long enough to reach the floor and tank with no issues THR water easily pours out and there’s even a small plastic lining that stops large objects from getting through or getting clogged. There is a screen in the suction cup that prevents poops from coming up. It takes forever to pull the water through.

It’s easy to use to empty water from the fish tank. The vacuum power is a little weak but it is strong enough to pull the nasty out of the gravel. This is very effective at quickly removing wastewater from the aquarium.

Why We Like This:

Easy to use and cleans rocks thoroughly
Works just fine for water changes and light cleaning of gravel
Easy to use and even comes with a storage bag
Takes out more of the poop/dirt and very little water

Best For Water: Hygger Electric Aquarium Siphon

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The hygger electric aquarium siphon's superior materials makes sure that it ages well with use. Your suction power will be based on the pressure in your tap, so make sure you have good water flow in the sink you intend to use. It doesn't create a strong enough suction without the facet on to do much of anything. It comes with multiple attachments to fit different sized faucets. The connections are all tight and the equipment is decent quality.

This uses a HELL OF A LOT OF WATER. The valve on the gravel tube can be adjusted for total water flow. It takes a little longer to syphon/fill. It has metal fittings instead of plastic. It takes a little longer to connect and lasts long term use.

Why We Like This:

Amazing, has made water changes so quick and easy
Makes cleaning the pond much easier
Very convenient in getting aquariums gravel cleaned & water changed
Very easy to use and comes with quality metal attachments

Best For Small Tank: Enomol Electric Aquarium Siphon

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The enomol electric aquarium siphon should be able to handle its purpose and duties with ease. It comes with faucet adapters, tubing Teflon tape, and Everything. The 165inch long cleaning tube has a built. Once coiled up, it's still larger than a king sized, overstuffed pillow. It feels very secure and flexible. The attachment valve pops off easily, works after you get it going. It is suitable for medium and large fish tanks. The adapters make it easy to fit your sink faucet.

Why We Like This:

Perfect for emptying a tank or changing water
Great for adding water to tank and also for draining
Connectors to garden hose or sink
More noisy pump, no more buckets to move water to and from

Best For pond: AQQA Electric Aquarium Siphon

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We would, of course, be remiss if we didn't mention aqqa electric aquarium siphon for daily purpose. The 110V/20W powerful water pump motor can provide the maximum flow of 320gph. It is designed for water changer, sand washer, debris cleaning, water filtration, water shower and water circulation. It reduces suction and prevents water plants or small fish from being sucked up with water. The brush head helps to clean rocks (1 tank with gravel) and the water intake cleaner can also be used to scrape algae of glass as well.

It is a very powerful tool for tank maintanence, quickly suck out 5 gallon water in minutes. It is made of plastic. They show to have some for a battery operated gravel cleaner that “might” fit. It is suitable for home use.

Why We Like This:

Well packed and organized, lots of adapters for different substrate and it works great
Makes cleaning a fish tank much easier
Super helpful at pulling out the water
Can be done in under 2.5 hours even adding water back to tanks

Best For Aquarium Water changes: Hygger Extension Tube

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Not everyone likes to purchase siphon for their daily usage, but the hygger extension tube would be an anomoly. This little gravel vac is incredibly easy to use and the trigger system works brilliantly to get the flow started. It makes partial water changes a lot simpler and quicker. It also comes with a clip to keep the hose in the bucket. It has 2 thickened airbags inside, which can pump water quickly.

It is suitable for various types of fish tanks, with spliced extension tubes, two-stage splicing combination, both large and small tanks are suitable, and extension tube can be installed according to demand. The supplied hose is relatively thin and walled causing easy kink areas. This worked so well, instructions were very easy to follow, very easy to use and very easy to take apart to clean.

Why We Like This:

Cleans debris off the bottom with ease
Suction amazing and huge time saver
Great for crushed coral/aragonite sand tanks

Best For gentle spot Cleaning: Arepk Electric Aquarium Siphon

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We know from years of feedback from readers, customers and amazon sellers, what most people want in a convenient and appropriate siphon. The arepk electric aquarium siphon is exactly that - it's a simple siphon that hits all the right notes. It is perfect for decanting homebrew beer, cider, or wine. It has various options for attachments and it has one that works great in the sand and substrate and can get behind rocks and in the nooks and crannies that bigger ones can’t reach. It also allows you to skim scum off the top of the water, etc. It is easy to use and clips to a 5-gallon bucket. The filter attachment is great for getting in-between tank decor and the sides of the tank.

There is almost no suction power but very easy to start your siphon. The suction starts relatively easily, so it doesn't disturb the plants or substrate too much. It is used to easily and accurately control the amount and flow speed of water.

Why We Like This:

Perfect for small tanks or syphoning small particles
Very useful for a smallish aquarium
Good investment for long term