OASE BioMaster 2 600

Last updated: November 9, 2026

OASE BioMaster 2 600

A media-heavy filter for tanks up to 160 gallons, for owners who value biological capacity over raw flow.

  • Up to 160 galTank size
  • 350 gal/hFlow
  • 6.8 LMedia
  • 23 WPower
Check price at Amazon$334.99

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Pros
  • 6.8 L of media and a separate pre-filter
  • Priming button, aquastop and flow control
Cons
  • Turnover is modest for a 160 gallon rating

The OASE BioMaster 2 family

Every OASE BioMaster 2 model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own tank size.

ModelTank sizeRatingPrice
OASE BioMaster 2 250Up to 70 gal3.7/5$229.99
OASE BioMaster 2 350Up to 90 gal3.7/5$249.99
OASE BioMaster 2 600 (this one)Up to 160 gal3.3/5$334.99
OASE BioMaster 2 850Up to 225 gal3.3/5$379.99

How it scores

The rating comes from 6 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its tank size. How we rank explains each one.

Specifications

Model numberBioMaster 2 600
Capacity
Rated aquariumUp to 160 gal
Pump output350 gal/h
Turnover2.2x per hour
Max head height6.6 ft
Media
Media volume6.8 L
Pre-filter volume0.6 L
Features
PrimerYes
Shutoff valvesYes
Separate pre-filterYes
Adjustable flowYes
Built-in UVNo
Built-in heaterNo
Water-change valveNo
Power and build
Power draw23 W
Warranty3 years

Alternatives in this tank size

Fluval FX4

A powerful, efficient filter for big tanks, with a handy water-change valve. Treat the 250 gallon rating as generous and size by media need.

Amazon $337.99
$337.99
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