--- product_id: 2643537 title: "ReptoFilter, Terrarium Filtration, Keeps Water Clear" brand: "tetra" price: "$49.83" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Tetra" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/2643537-reptofilter-terrarium-filtration-keeps-water-clear store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Works in just 2 inches water 3-stage filtration tech Easy setup & maintenance ReptoFilter, Terrarium Filtration, Keeps Water Clear **Brand:** tetra **Price:** $49.83 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 💧 Elevate your terrarium game with crystal-clear water and effortless style! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** ReptoFilter, Terrarium Filtration, Keeps Water Clear by tetra - **How much does it cost?** $49.83 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/2643537-reptofilter-terrarium-filtration-keeps-water-clear) ## Best For - tetra enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted tetra brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Crystal Clear Water, Always:** Advanced 3-stage filtration removes debris, odors & ammonia for pristine terrarium water. - • **Designed for Shallow Waters:** Operates efficiently in as little as 2 inches of water—perfect for your pet’s natural habitat. - • **Effortless Setup & Cleaning:** Quick installation with suction cups and simple cartridge replacement keeps maintenance hassle-free. - • **Trusted Durability & Warranty:** UL Listed with a 2-year limited warranty, ensuring reliable performance and peace of mind. - • **Customizable Waterfall Feature:** Create a soothing waterfall by camouflaging the filter with rocks—enhance your terrarium’s ambiance. ## Overview The Tetra ReptoFilter is a compact, UL Listed filtration system designed specifically for frog, newt, and turtle terrariums. Featuring a powerful 3-stage filtration process, it efficiently clears water and eliminates odors even in shallow water as low as 2 inches. Available in two sizes (90 GPH for up to 20 gallons and 125 GPH for up to 50 gallons), it’s easy to install, clean, and maintain. Its design allows for creative waterfall setups, enhancing both pet comfort and terrarium aesthetics, backed by a 2-year limited warranty. ## Description Tetra ReptoFilter for frogs, newts and turtle terrariums is the only terrarium filter you’ll need. With efficient, three-stage filtration, Tetra ReptoFilter promotes clean, clear water in as little as 2 inches of water, making it ideal for the low-level aquatic environments small aquatic animals prefer. This small filter is easy to conceal behind a plant or other decorative object, and its lid keeps reptiles out. It removes debris, discoloration, odors and ammonia from terrariums. Tetra ReptoFilter is easy to set up – simply attach the suction cups and insert the cartridge – and simple to clean. Replace the filter cartridge every four weeks. You can even create a waterfall by camouflaging the ReptoFilter with rocks. This UL Listed product features a 2-year limited warranty – see product label for details. Available in 20 gallon/90 GPH and 50 gallon/125 GPH sizes. Since 1951, Tetra has developed the world’s most comprehensive body of fish food knowledge, and fishkeeping enthusiasts have looked to the brand for products and solutions that add ease and beauty to their home. Whether you're an experienced hobbyist or just starting out, Tetra has everything you need – from a large variety of quality fish food and innovative equipment to test kits and decor. Review: Awesome, inexpensive filter - I have 2 of these filters in a 75 gallon tank with about 35 gallons of water (10" or so)...1 filter on each end. In the tank I have a juvenile Western Painted turtle. It works absolutely beautifully, keeps the water crystal clear and practically odor-free and creates an incredibly soothing waterfall. I wouldn't exactly call it "whisper" quiet, however, I do keep the tank in my bedroom (about 7' from where I sleep) and the sound of the waterfall completely drowns out the faint humming sound that comes from the filter pump. No sleeping problems whatsoever. I think the reason why these filters have a somewhat bad reputation is because people think you MUST have them sitting on the bottom of the tank in order to work properly...greatly limiting the amount of water you can have if you have a bigger tank since the water level has to be below the lip of the filter. This is untrue from my experience. I have both of them propped up about 5" on aquarium decorations and rocks so that the water level is about 4" below the lip. The only thing about doing this is that they're unable to clear the chunks of debris off the bottom of the tank since they're 5" off the ground. This isn't a problem for me at all though because I have a small fish net and a gravel vacuum that I use to regularly clean the chunks off the bottom of the tank. I actually prefer it this way because it seems like to me that by not sucking up the chucks of debris it would extend the life of both the filter and the cartridges. Now to the filter cartridges. Instead of buying the 3-pack Reptofilter brand cartridges for usually $8 or so (~$2.65 each) I buy the 12-pack Whisper Bio-Bags for about $10 (~$.80 each). They're exactly the same as the Reptofilter brand cartridges but the only downside (isn't even really a downside) is that they come unassembled and with only 1 frame instead of pre-assembled and a frame for each cartridge. I've found that they usually last anywhere between 2 weeks and a month but the life of these cartridges entirely depends on the size of your tank, amount of water and the messiness of the creature(s) in your tank. Overall, for the money, these are hard to beat. They keep my tank looking beautiful with very minimal upkeep. After a while I might end up forking out the extra cash for a good external canister filter but I just don't see the necessity quite yet for that good and powerful of a filter when these do the job perfectly fine. Plus I like the idea of having a filter on each end of my tank, greatly increasing the water circulation and vital surface agitation. Review: YOU GOTTA GET ONE OF THESE! - The Tetra ReptoFilter would be wonderful at twice the price! Here we have a QUIET, foolproof and efficient way to keep "aqua-terrariums" clean, fresh and healthy. Before I ordered and installed this amazingly inexpensive and powerful filter, my turtle's water was funky, cloudy and smelled a wee bit like a "Turtle bowl" (in spite of frequent partial water changes). I took the device out of the box, inserted the filter media (straight-forward activated charcoal and generic white fiber sleeve), plugged the thing in and marveled! The ensuing and immediate waterfall is quiet and very strong. Within minutes, the tank was transformed into a crystal clear aquarium (the water that is). I added 3 river minnows to keep my little painted turtle happy and the result is fabulous. In a 10-gallon tank, the device creates a whisper-quiet river current. The pristine "water-fall" effect created a virtual whirlpool bath for my little painted turtle. He/she spends most of the time chilling in its own luxury spa. The little bugger looks as happy as a pampered movie star. I cannot vouch for the effectiveness of the ReptoFilter in larger tanks-- but I am confident that the "up to 20 gallon" rating is more than accurate. My Tetra ReptoFilter has been running non-stop for 3 weeks now. The water flow has not diminished and I see no reason to replace the filter at this time. When that time comes, the entire affair is very simple and very amiable to inexpensive improvisation. I am seldom this completely satisfied with so inexpensive and effective af iltration system If you have aquatic reptiles, or even a modest aquarium, you cannot go wrong with this wonderfully effective tank filter. ## Features - EFFICIENT FILTRATION: Uses 3-stage Tetra filtration technology to keep water clear and remove odors in turtle, newt and frog terrariums. - IDEAL FOR SHALLOW WATER: Designed to work in as little as 2 inches of water – perfect for creating a waterfall feature you and your pets can enjoy. - CONVENIENT: Easy to set up and simple to clean. - LIMITED WARRANTY: This UL Listed product comes with a 2-year limited warranty (see product label for details). - 2 SIZES AVAILABLE: For terrariums up to 20 gallons (90 GPH) and 50 gallons (125 GPH). ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000HHM9BE | | ASIN | B000HHM9BE | | Age Range Description | All Life Stages | | Best Sellers Rank | #13,108 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #109 in Aquarium Filter Accessories | | Brand Name | Tetra | | Country of Origin | China | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (5,563) | | Date First Available | October 15, 2006 | | Date First Available | October 15, 2006 | | Department | Unisex-Adult | | Department | Unisex-Adult | | Directions | 1.Insert suction cups. When pressed firmly and twisted, the suction cups will fit snugly into the holes in the back of the ReptoFilter. If they don't go in easily, a small screwdriver can be used to gently guide the suction cups into the holes. 2.Insert the filter cartridge and foam grid. (Note: The front of the foam grid is marked "front" and should face the front of the filter.) 3.Insert ReptoFi… | | Included Components | Tetra ReptoFilter, Terrarium Filtration, Keeps Water Clear, 90 GPH | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Dimensions LxWxH | 4.19 x 3.88 x 8.02 inches | | Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 8.15 x 4.45 x 4.02 inches | | Item Weight | 0.44 Kilograms | | Item model number | 25844 | | Item model number | 25844 | | Manufacturer | Tetra | | Manufacturer | Tetra | | Material | Plastic | | Model Name | Tetra | | Number of Items | 1 | | Product Dimensions | 4.19 x 3.88 x 8.02 inches; 15.34 ounces | | Size | 90 GPH | | Target Audience Keyword | Reptile, fish | | Warranty Description | See label for details | ## Images ![ReptoFilter, Terrarium Filtration, Keeps Water Clear - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71PIhoAt6-L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: does it consume a lot of energy or as an usual device?** A: I use two of them in a large tank that holds an 8 inch amphibious turtle and never noticed any change in my electric bill. **Q: does this work with sand on the bottom of the tank?** A: I have bare bottom tank but u suppose it would if your sand was settled and your raise the filter so it's not sitting I'm the sand. I have read over the forums that sand can clog just depends on your set up. **Q: Do you have to buy specifically tetra fauna medium filter cartridges, or is there a different brand I can use?** A: My filter takes the large bags, not medium. I think any similar size filters would probably work but these filters are a very good value on Amazon--much cheaper than purchasing in my local pet store. **Q: 220v or 110v ??** A: 110v ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awesome, inexpensive filter *by B***N on October 13, 2011* I have 2 of these filters in a 75 gallon tank with about 35 gallons of water (10" or so)...1 filter on each end. In the tank I have a juvenile Western Painted turtle. It works absolutely beautifully, keeps the water crystal clear and practically odor-free and creates an incredibly soothing waterfall. I wouldn't exactly call it "whisper" quiet, however, I do keep the tank in my bedroom (about 7' from where I sleep) and the sound of the waterfall completely drowns out the faint humming sound that comes from the filter pump. No sleeping problems whatsoever. I think the reason why these filters have a somewhat bad reputation is because people think you MUST have them sitting on the bottom of the tank in order to work properly...greatly limiting the amount of water you can have if you have a bigger tank since the water level has to be below the lip of the filter. This is untrue from my experience. I have both of them propped up about 5" on aquarium decorations and rocks so that the water level is about 4" below the lip. The only thing about doing this is that they're unable to clear the chunks of debris off the bottom of the tank since they're 5" off the ground. This isn't a problem for me at all though because I have a small fish net and a gravel vacuum that I use to regularly clean the chunks off the bottom of the tank. I actually prefer it this way because it seems like to me that by not sucking up the chucks of debris it would extend the life of both the filter and the cartridges. Now to the filter cartridges. Instead of buying the 3-pack Reptofilter brand cartridges for usually $8 or so (~$2.65 each) I buy the 12-pack Whisper Bio-Bags for about $10 (~$.80 each). They're exactly the same as the Reptofilter brand cartridges but the only downside (isn't even really a downside) is that they come unassembled and with only 1 frame instead of pre-assembled and a frame for each cartridge. I've found that they usually last anywhere between 2 weeks and a month but the life of these cartridges entirely depends on the size of your tank, amount of water and the messiness of the creature(s) in your tank. Overall, for the money, these are hard to beat. They keep my tank looking beautiful with very minimal upkeep. After a while I might end up forking out the extra cash for a good external canister filter but I just don't see the necessity quite yet for that good and powerful of a filter when these do the job perfectly fine. Plus I like the idea of having a filter on each end of my tank, greatly increasing the water circulation and vital surface agitation. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ YOU GOTTA GET ONE OF THESE! *by L***N on June 22, 2013* The Tetra ReptoFilter would be wonderful at twice the price! Here we have a QUIET, foolproof and efficient way to keep "aqua-terrariums" clean, fresh and healthy. Before I ordered and installed this amazingly inexpensive and powerful filter, my turtle's water was funky, cloudy and smelled a wee bit like a "Turtle bowl" (in spite of frequent partial water changes). I took the device out of the box, inserted the filter media (straight-forward activated charcoal and generic white fiber sleeve), plugged the thing in and marveled! The ensuing and immediate waterfall is quiet and very strong. Within minutes, the tank was transformed into a crystal clear aquarium (the water that is). I added 3 river minnows to keep my little painted turtle happy and the result is fabulous. In a 10-gallon tank, the device creates a whisper-quiet river current. The pristine "water-fall" effect created a virtual whirlpool bath for my little painted turtle. He/she spends most of the time chilling in its own luxury spa. The little bugger looks as happy as a pampered movie star. I cannot vouch for the effectiveness of the ReptoFilter in larger tanks-- but I am confident that the "up to 20 gallon" rating is more than accurate. My Tetra ReptoFilter has been running non-stop for 3 weeks now. The water flow has not diminished and I see no reason to replace the filter at this time. When that time comes, the entire affair is very simple and very amiable to inexpensive improvisation. I am seldom this completely satisfied with so inexpensive and effective af iltration system If you have aquatic reptiles, or even a modest aquarium, you cannot go wrong with this wonderfully effective tank filter. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It's a good filter when used correctly *by D***E on January 27, 2025* I have strong confidence in the brand "Tetra". I've used it for several years with my fish. So I was a little surprised to see the warning Amazon has about it being a frequently returned item and some of the negative experiences people have had with it. I was a little skeptical, but for $13 I figured I'd take a chance on the medium (90 gph). I've never been disappointed by this brand. This turned out to be a very good choice. This little filter is perfect for the job and works surprisingly well given it's size. It was originally purchased for a much smaller 5 gallon tank. Out of necessity I had to use this in a 29 gallon fish tank (filled 1/3 of the way) for a turtle. I went away for about 3 months and came back to crystal clear water. Of course the tank still needed some cleaning, but the water was clean. I had low expectations for a filter of this size for a tank that big. I will be/have purchased the larger model (125 gph) for the bigger tank. ## Frequently Bought Together - TetraFauna ReptoFilter for Frogs, Newts & Turtles - TetraFauna ReptoFilter Filter Cartridges, Size Medium, Filter Cartridge Refills, 3 Count - TetraFauna AquaSafe for Reptiles and Amphibians 3.38 Ounces, Aqua-Terrarium Water Conditioner, Makes Tap Water Safe --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/2643537-reptofilter-terrarium-filtration-keeps-water-clear](https://www.desertcart.us/products/2643537-reptofilter-terrarium-filtration-keeps-water-clear) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-04-26*