EHEIM Classic 350 (2215) vs OASE BioMaster 2 350

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The OASE BioMaster 2 350 is the better aquarium canister filter overall, rated 3.7 to 2.8. The OASE BioMaster 2 350 leads on features, turnover and media volume. The EHEIM Classic 350 (2215) wins on value. The EHEIM Classic 350 (2215) costs $70 less ($179.99 vs $249.99).

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EHEIM Classic 350 (2215) vs OASE BioMaster 2 350

Which should you buy?

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 76 to 150 gal aquarium canister filter; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightOASE BioMaster 2 350EHEIM Classic 350 (2215)
Overall rating3.7/52.8/5
Value 25%43 $2.78 per rated gallon ($249.99, up to 90 gal)63 $1.96 per rated gallon ($179.99, up to 92 gal)
Media volume 20%86 5.6 L of media, 0.6 L per 10 rated gal52 4 L of media, 0.4 L per 10 rated gal
Turnover 20%52 300 gal/h for up to 90 gal, 3.3x per hour8 164 gal/h for up to 92 gal, 1.8x per hour
Efficiency 10%80 18.8 gal/h per watt (16 W)31 10.9 gal/h per watt (15 W)
Features 15%85 priming button or self-priming, shutoff valves, separate pre-filter, adjustable flow25 shutoff valves
Warranty 10%50 3-year warranty25 2-year warranty

Specifications

OASE BioMaster 2 350EHEIM Classic 350 (2215)
Capacity
Rated aquariumUp to 90 gal31-92 gal
Pump output300 gal/h164 gal/h
Turnover3.3x per hour1.8x per hour
Max head height5.9 ft5.9 ft
Media
Media volume5.6 L4 L
Pre-filter volume0.5 L-
Features
PrimerYesNo
Shutoff valvesYesYes
Separate pre-filterYesNo
Adjustable flowYes-
Built-in UVNoNo
Built-in heaterNoNo
Water-change valveNoNo
Power and build
Power draw16 W15 W
Warranty3 years2 years

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