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Description
An aquarium heater that's so easy to use, you'll feel like a pro! With its preset temperature of 78F, there's no need for any complicated adjustments. Plus, it's built to last with shatter-resistant construction. Safety is also a top priority with automatic shut-off and overheat protection. Keep an eye on things with the handy LED indicator light that turns red when actively heating. And don't worry about placement - this heater is fully submersible!
- - Easy-to-use with preset temperature of 78F
- - Built to last with shatter-resistant construction
- - Safety features include automatic shut-off and overheat protection
- - Handy LED indicator light displays when actively heating
- - Fully submersible for versatile placement options
- - Perfect for novice or experienced fish owners alike!
Please note that the product information displayed is provided by manufacturers, suppliers and other third parties and is not independently verified by Petco.
This product can expose you to Vinyl Chloride, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Specifications
| SKU | 2335314 |
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| Primary Brand | Aqueon |
| Days to Ship | Ships Next Business Day |
| Personalized Item flag | No |
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| Length | 5.75 IN |
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Works great but needs water flow
Jrain32
9 years ago
One of the reviews said this wouldn't heat their tank past 76. Well yeah, if you...
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Horrible heaters
SpeedRacer82
9 years ago
I have used these heaters that came with aqueon aquarium kits in the past. They ...
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NOT FOR A 20G LONG & DOES NOT REACH 78*
It states up to 20 gallons and is preset at 78*. That is not the case.
It cannot heat my 20 gallon long past 76.6 degrees.
Sadly I have missed the return date.
No, I do not recommend this product.
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Response from :
13 days ago
Aqueon Team
Hi there Marsha! We apologize for any inconvenience caused. Our team is here to help! Please call us at 1-888-255-4527 so we can resolve this for you.
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Response from petco.com:
22 days ago
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Hi Marsha. We understand your concern regarding the Aqueon Preset Heater and the importance of providing reliable products for every pet and pet parent. We will share your feedback with our team to help improve the experience.
#1 go-to for small aquariums
I have purchased and run many of these Aqueon Preset 50 and 100 watt heaters over the years and they are still my #1 choice for smaller aquariums. They maintain a much tighter tolerance and seem to have a longer lifespan than most other more expensive heaters. You can expect a range that deviates no more that 0.4 degrees in either direction. They also do not drift over time even after years of use. The other main advantage is they are small and have silicone bumpers so they don't rattle when placed in compartments next to the pump. Great, compact design.
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Response from petco.com:
1 month ago
Customer Care
Hi Greg! We're glad the Aqueon Preset Heater 50W is your top choice for small aquariums and delivers consistent performance. Our team aims to provide reliable, compact designs that keep aquatic pets safe and comfortable. Thank you!
Nearly cooked my fish alive
I bought this heater for my 5 gallon tank and it failed big time. This heater has been in use for at least 5 or 6 months max. I came home from work to find my betta extremely stressed. Water parameters were good but low and behold his tank was 96 degrees!!! Are you kidding me?! Poor guy was being turned into fish stew. Heater went straight into the garbage. Its never not been submerged the way its supposed to. The light stopped turning on nearly at the beginning but kept temp somewhat consistent.
No, I do not recommend this product.
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4 months ago
Aqueon Team
We’re sorry to hear about your experience and want to make things right. Please call our team at 1-888-255-4527 so we can assist you further. Your feedback is important to us, and we’ll make sure it’s shared with the appropriate teams.
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Doesnt get to temp
I have tried this type of heater twice in different sized aquarium and it never gets to temperature.
No, I do not recommend this product.
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10 months ago
Aqueon Team
We are sorry to hear about your experience with the Aqueon Preset Heater 50W and want to make things right. Please call our team at 1-888-255-4527 so we can assist you further.
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Garbage. Don't buy
It doesn't work. It worked for a couple days, but never got the water to its supposed 78 degrees. Water never got above 75. Now, the light is not even coming on even though the water temp is 71. Our home thermostat is set to 71, so the water is the temp of our house. I bought this Saturday, and it's only Monday!
No, I do not recommend this product.
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1 year ago
Aqueon Team
We regret that your experience didn’t meet expectations. Let us make it right—contact us at 1-888-255-4527, and we’ll do our best to assist.
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Bought this a few days ago, turns on for a few seconds then goes off. The “78 degree preset” is apparently code for “heats only five degrees above the temperature of the room” according to the customer service department. Which isn’t even what it’s capable of doing. I went through the checklist on the instructions of possible reasons it isn’t working and none seem to be the culprit. Customer service laughed at me and told me if my room was in the 60s, the heater wouldn’t do anything. And he was right.
No, I do not recommend this product.
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1 year ago
Aqueon Team
Hello! We are so sorry to hear about your experience. We use all product feedback as an opportunity to learn and grow. Please contact our Consumer Care team at 1-888-255-4527.
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They work as advertised. Why would you buy this?
I really dont get why you would waste money on a heater you cant adjust but here you go. These things never fail and will last forever. It works and heats the water to 78F, needs ample water flow to work properly.
No, I do not recommend this product.
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Doesn't heat a 2.5 gal tank above 76F
Had this heater for a week. It heats my 2.5 gal tank only to 76F. The filter keeps the water circulating, and the room temp is 70 or more. So why isnt the tank warmer? This heater is rated for 5 to 10 gals, there's no way if this is how it performs in a smaller tank. First Aqueon product I have ever been dissatisfied with.
No, I do not recommend this product.
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Can this heater be buried under the gravel in the tank?
- Yes
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I have this in a 10 gallon tank. I’m upgrading to the Aqueon 20 gallon long tank. Would this work?
- Hello! The Aqueon Preset Heater 50W is compatible with tanks up tp 20 gallons!
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Can you control the heat
- No it is preset to around 80 degreea.
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it says the heater can be fully submerged but is it safe for the cord to be in the water ?
- yes.
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Will this heater fit in the fluval spec v filter compartment?
- Yes, I have had mine in the slot where the return pump is, It has been there over 1 year and I've had no problems ever. :)
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Is my 50w heater only reading 76.5 degrees because I keep my ambient house temp around 68 degrees? Thanks!
- Could have a little to do with it. More likely your heater may not be big enough for your aquarium. You didn't say how big your tank is, so its hard to say.
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Help! I just bought this at petco, followed instructions and I noticed white dust coming from the top?? I took it out and rinsed it off and scooped out funk from top of the water.
- Sounds like you got a defective one. I'd suggest exchanging it.
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The light on the heater only shows up for a few seconds what should I do to get it to Work?
- The light is only on when the heater is actively heating. If the water is the correct temperature, the heater won’t come on. It only comes on when the water needs to be warmed. Depending on the temperature you’re keep your house, it might not need to come on at all.
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The aquarium that I bought has a lid on it and I'm struggling to get the heater cord to sit properly while the lid remains closed. Any advice?
- Maybe make the hole for the cord bigger or use suction cups? Try taking a picture into the store and ask them there.
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If Aqueon is aware that "heaters can be tricky" as they responded to a review, then why do they not provide proper troubleshooting and "tricks" in the manual? I've done everything according to the manual PLUS common sense. What's the deal, aqueon?
- Hi there, we apologize that you're having some trouble with our heaters. We're always here to help! Please feel welcome to give us a call at 1-888-255-4527 so we can learn more information.
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