Fluval 207
#1 in Up to 75 galFull review
A strong value for 20 to 45 gallon tanks: generous media space and low power draw at about the price of the smaller 107.
Amazon $153.94$153.94
The Fluval 207 is the better aquarium canister filter overall, rated 3.9 to 2.8. The Fluval 207 leads on turnover, media volume and features. The EHEIM Classic 250 (2213) wins on value. The EHEIM Classic 250 (2213) costs $8.95 less ($144.99 vs $153.94).
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EHEIM Classic 250 (2213)
#4 in Up to 75 galFull review
A proven, low-cost canister for tanks of 30 to 55 gallons. Flow is gentle, which suits planted tanks and slow-moving fish.
Amazon $144.99$144.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Fluval 207 for turnover (206 gal/h for up to 45 gal, 4.6x per hour vs 116 gal/h for up to 66 gal, 1.8x per hour), media volume (3.1 L of media, 0.7 L per 10 rated gal vs 3 L of media, 0.5 L per 10 rated gal) and features (priming button or self-priming, shutoff valves, separate pre-filter vs shutoff valves).
- Choose the EHEIM Classic 250 (2213) for value ($2.20 per rated gallon ($144.99, up to 66 gal) vs $3.42 per rated gallon ($153.94, up to 45 gal)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every up to 75 gal aquarium canister filter; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Fluval 207 | EHEIM Classic 250 (2213) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 25% | 31 $3.42 per rated gallon ($153.94, up to 45 gal) | 56 $2.20 per rated gallon ($144.99, up to 66 gal) |
| Media volume 20% | 98 3.1 L of media, 0.7 L per 10 rated gal | 55 3 L of media, 0.5 L per 10 rated gal |
| Turnover 20% | 88 206 gal/h for up to 45 gal, 4.6x per hour | 7 116 gal/h for up to 66 gal, 1.8x per hour |
| Efficiency 10% | 91 20.6 gal/h per watt (10 W) | 53 14.5 gal/h per watt (8 W) |
| Features 15% | 70 priming button or self-priming, shutoff valves, separate pre-filter | 25 shutoff valves |
| Warranty 10% | 50 3-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Fluval 207 | EHEIM Classic 250 (2213) | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Rated aquarium | 20-45 gal | Up to 66 gal |
| Pump output | 206 gal/h | 116 gal/h |
| Filter circulation | 121 gal/h | - |
| Turnover | 4.6x per hour | 1.8x per hour |
| Max head height | 4.8 ft | 4.9 ft |
| Media | ||
| Media volume | 3.1 L | 3 L |
| Canister volume | 5.3 L | - |
| Features | ||
| Primer | Yes | No |
| Shutoff valves | Yes | Yes |
| Separate pre-filter | Yes | No |
| Built-in UV | No | No |
| Built-in heater | No | No |
| Water-change valve | No | No |
| Power and build | ||
| Power draw | 10 W | 8 W |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |