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Tetra Whisper Power Filter Quiet 3-Stage Aquarium Filtration for 5 to 10 Gallon Aquariums

Tetra Whisper Power Filter Quiet 3-Stage Aquarium Filtration for 5 to 10 Gallon Aquariums

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Description

The Whisper Power Filter for aquariums offers quiet, 3-stage filtration for clean water and healthy fish. Dual-sided mesh catches debris and fish waste in its dense, fibrous network, then Ultra-Activated carbon provides chemical filtration by absorbing odors and discoloration. Biological filtration is provided by Bio-Foam, which creates a large, three-dimensional area for cultivating aerobic bacteria, which eliminate toxic ammonia and nitrites. No moving parts means long-term reliability. Uses Stay Clean technology to help keep your aquarium clean, clear and healthy, reduce buildup on aquarium glass and bind small dirt particles to make them easier to filter. This filter uses easy-to-change Whisper Bio-Bag Cartridges (size medium), which trap particles floating in your aquarium. The Whisper Power Filter 10 treats aquariums up to 10 gallons (90 GPH).

  • - Quiet & reliable: The Whisper Power Filter uses 3-stage filtration to create clear, clean water - PF 10 treats aquariums up to 10 gallons.
  • - Absorbs odors: Ultra-Activated carbon removes both odor and water discoloration.
  • - Catches debris: Dense, dual-sided mesh filters debris and fish waste.
  • - Innovative cleaning power: Integrated Stay Clean technology reduces buildup on glass and binds small dirt particles to make them easier to filter.
  • - Cartridge refills: Change cartridges monthly; uses medium-sized Whisper Bio-Bag Cartridges (refills sold separately).

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Specifications

SKU1184717
Primary BrandTetra
Days to ShipShips Next Business Day
Weight1.339 LBS
Personalized Item flagNo
Length4.25 IN
Height7.063 IN
Width6 IN

Limited 2 year warranty. Tetra warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for a period of two years from the date of original receipt. If the product exhibits such a defect, Tetra will repair or replace it without cost for parts or labor. The product must be shipped postage-paid to Tetra. Proof of purchase is required. You are responsible for proper wrapping and the payment of $5 for shipping. This warranty does not cover damage caused by accident, misuse, abuse or failure to follow product instructions. All implied warranties, including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for any purpose, are limited to two years from date of original purchase. In no event will Tetra be liable for consequential damages resulting from the use of this product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty provides specific legal rights. You may have other legal

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77 out of 188 (41%) reviewers recommend this product

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Chris1Chris

14 years ago

This product is great for my 10 gallon tank it keeps the water cristal clear. So...

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Do not buy for a 5 gallon!

FishyMom

14 years ago

I got this filter because I needed one for my 5 gallon tank. It is quiet, but de...

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1 - 8 of 168 Reviews

20 Ratings-Only Reviews

Worked fine until it didn’t

ComoTheBetta

2 days ago
Bought this for my 5.5G tank with a betta and a mystery snail inside. Worked fine for a few weeks. Then one day, I open a drawer that’s next to the cord of the filter. While opening the drawer, I bump the cord. Not the plug, not the filter, just the cord, and just barely. The entire thing stopped working and hasn’t turned on since. I’ve rinsed it out, I tried different outlets, and the pump won’t turn on again. Everything looks fine inside so I don’t know what happened. I’ve got a receipt to prove my date of purchase on this if needed for a warranty.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Helpful?
Response from :
1 day ago
TetraFish Expert
Thank you for taking time to share your experience with us. We would recommend removing the filter from the tank and taking off the bottom half to remove the impeller for cleaning. Swab out the impeller well also. This should get it running, but if not, reach out to petsupport&#64;spectrumbrands.com.<!--[if ReviewResponse]><![endif]-->
Response from petco.com:
2 days ago
Customer Care
We appreciate you sharing your experience with our Tetra Whisper Power Filter Quiet 3-Stage Aquarium Filtration for 5 to 10 Gallon Aquariums. We understand the importance of reliable equipment and consistent performance for every pet and pet parent. For further assistance, please reach out at petco.com/contact-us.

Stay away from this brand/design

Dawn

22 days ago
The filter came in the Tetra 10 Gallon LED kit that I purchased. Not only was it extremely loud, but the water was overflowing out the side of the filter with the intake tube when brand new cartridges were installed. This is a defective design and far inferior to other Tetra Whisper filters from the past. I would not recommend it. On top of that, Tetra customer service would not refund the price of the filter with their satisfaction guarantee because it was part of a kit.

No, I do not recommend this product.

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Response from :
20 days ago
TetraFish Expert
Thank you for your review, Dawn. We are disappointed you are unhappy with the warranty resolution of a new intake tube assembly that we offered you. The design is a proven one for over 50 years so we can assure you the design is not an issue! Satisfaction Guarantees pertain to the actual item purchased and would require that you ship the entire kit back, since that is what was purchased. We certainly did not wish to inconvenience you in this way! The offer of a new intake tube assembly is still available so please reach out to us again.<!--[if ReviewResponse]><![endif]-->

Horrible

Ok101

1 month ago
Don't waste your money. Motor so so so loud. Tried every trick

No, I do not recommend this product.

Helpful?
Response from :
1 month ago
TetraFish Expert
We are grateful for your review, Ok101! Disappointed this filter did not function well for you, however. So that we can help you with it, email petsupport&#64;spectrumbrands.com.<!--[if ReviewResponse]><![endif]-->
Response from petco.com:
1 month ago
Customer Care
Thank you for sharing your feedback on this product. We’re sorry to hear about the motor noise and appreciate you bringing this to our attention. For assistance, our team is available at petco.com/contact-us.

Loud

PetAcular

4 months ago
Has good water flow. I primed it and at first it did not work. Moved it around and then it started working… extremely loudly! Like louder than the TV that’s in the same room loud!!! This is not my first fish tank or water filter. My other one got knocked over and broke, grabbed this one in a rush. I will be returning!

No, I do not recommend this product.

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Response from :
4 months ago
TetraFish Expert
We appreciate your taking time to share your experience with us. Sounds like the impeller may not be seated properly. So that we can help you, email petsupport&#64;spectrumbrands.com.<!--[if ReviewResponse]><![endif]-->

Good for 10g Tank

Shay

8 months ago
Light hum that you get used to. Not over powering for my black molly fish.

No, I do not recommend this product.

Helpful?

NOISY FILTER..

SHUGA

9 months ago
I BOUGHT THIS ABOUT TWO MONTHS AGO AND THIS IS NOISY! IT STARTS TO GRUMBLE, NEEDS TO BE READJUSTED TO QUIET IT.. OH BOY, JUST NO! WASTE OF MONEY AND GAS SO HAVEN'T RETURNED IT. JUST NO!

No, I do not recommend this product.

Helpful?
Response from :
9 months ago
TetraFish Expert
We appreciate your taking time to reach out about your filter. We would recommend removing the impeller for inspection and cleaning and then reseat it and see if that helps. The good news is that if it is still noisy, the filter does come with a 2-year warranty. So that we can help you, email our team at petsupport&#64;spectrumbrands.com.<!--[if ReviewResponse]><![endif]-->

Not Good

Tetra filter

1 year ago
Do not buy this. This is the second one I have had and the filter will stop flowing water. Happened to both of them. It works for a bit then randomly stops. It is also loud. I had to purchase a new filter and this time got an Aqueon.

No, I do not recommend this product.

Helpful?
Response from :
1 year ago
TetraFish Expert
Thank you for your comments regarding this power filter. We hate that it did not work well for you. Typically, randomly stopping only occurs if there is sand as a substrate or an air stone in the tank. It can also occur if other organic matter catches in an impeller. A quick fix is to take the filter apart and clean the impeller, swab out the motor. The good news is this filter has a 2-year warranty on it that we are always happy to help with. So that we can, email petsupport&#64;spectrumbrands.com.<!--[if ReviewResponse]><![endif]-->

jrattt

1 year ago
Bought this today and it didn’t work when I put it together. I followed all of the instructions but it’s not taking in water and its really loud. Hoping I can get a refund.

No, I do not recommend this product.

Helpful?
Response from :
1 year ago
TetraFish Expert
Thank you for sharing your experience with us today! Sounds like you might need to fill the filter up with water or perhaps the water in the tank isn&#39;t high enough. So that we can help you with your filter, email petsupport&#64;spectrumbrands.com.<!--[if ReviewResponse]><![endif]-->
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Questions

1 - 10 of 15 Questions

Is this filter adjustable

  1. No, the flow rate is not adjustable.



Is this filter safe for a beta in a 5 gallon tank? I’m worried about the suction being too strong and harming my fish.

  1. I don't know how safe it would be in a 5-gallon tank w a beta, but we have a larger tank w two goldfish and it works well. Not too much suction to harm them and very quiet.



I have a box of Large Whisper Bio-bag filter cartridges What filter can I use them in?

  1. Those fit the Whispers 20,30, 40, and 60. They also fit the Whisper IQ filters for 20 gallon tanks and larger.



Can I use this product for s 3.5 gallon tank

  1. It may be make a little mess as for the water flowing back into the tank, but don't see where that would be much of a problem depending on what you have for fish and substrate/gravel used



Would the movement from the filter create enough oxegyn in a 10 gallon tank for a betta fish and a couple of shrimp, or do i also need to add an aerator for them?

  1. Yes, it would create more than enough oxygen for those guys. Bettas do not like nor need a lot of water flow as they can breathe air by swimming to the surface as well. We would recommend the Whisper IQ 10 so that you can adjust the flow as necessary for your fish. The shrimp and betta would both benefit from live plants as well. For more help, email our team at petsupport@spectrumbrands.com.



Will I need to buy anything else for the proper filtration?

  1. No, this filter comes with everything you need to get it up and going, including the first cartridge. You will need to buy replacement cartridges within the first month as they should be changed about every 3-4 weeks.



How do you attach the tubing to the PF 20 filter

  1. ? Airline tubing doesn't get attached to an outside filter. As it's basically a filtration device to clean the tank. Unless if you mean you don't know how to attach tubing from your pump to air stones or other items that use air pumps in your aquarium then you need to repost the question to clarify what you mean.



what is the flow rate

  1. Thank you for asking! It is 110 gph.



what is the flow rate?

  1. Thank you for your interest in this filter. The flow rate is 110 gph. If you have any further questions, feel free to email petsupport@spectrumbrands.com for a faster response.



Does this filter need an air pump? I'm guessing not but just wanted to make sure before I bought it

  1. Thank you for your interest in this filter, Anico03! No, it does not need an air pump as it has its own motor. You may want an air pump and air stone as well, if you are overstocked or unable to do your weekly water changes (25%) regularly.



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