Fluval 407 vs OASE BioMaster 2 350

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The OASE BioMaster 2 350 and the Fluval 407 are evenly matched, rated 3.7 and 3.7. The OASE BioMaster 2 350 leads on features and efficiency. The Fluval 407 wins on turnover. The OASE BioMaster 2 350 costs $7 less ($249.99 vs $256.99).

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Fluval 407 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 350Fluval 407
Overall rating3.7/53.7/5
Value 25%43 $2.78 per rated gallon ($249.99, up to 90 gal)47 $2.57 per rated gallon ($256.99, up to 100 gal)
Media volume 20%86 5.6 L of media, 0.6 L per 10 rated gal82 6 L of media, 0.6 L per 10 rated gal
Turnover 20%52 300 gal/h for up to 90 gal, 3.3x per hour67 383 gal/h for up to 100 gal, 3.8x per hour
Efficiency 10%80 18.8 gal/h per watt (16 W)67 16.7 gal/h per watt (23 W)
Features 15%85 priming button or self-priming, shutoff valves, separate pre-filter, adjustable flow70 priming button or self-priming, shutoff valves, separate pre-filter
Warranty 10%50 3-year warranty50 3-year warranty

Specifications

OASE BioMaster 2 350Fluval 407
Capacity
Rated aquariumUp to 90 gal50-100 gal
Pump output300 gal/h383 gal/h
Filter circulation-245 gal/h
Turnover3.3x per hour3.8x per hour
Max head height5.9 ft7 ft
Media
Media volume5.6 L6 L
Pre-filter volume0.5 L-
Canister volume-9.2 L
Features
PrimerYesYes
Shutoff valvesYesYes
Separate pre-filterYesYes
Adjustable flowYes-
Built-in UVNoNo
Built-in heaterNoNo
Water-change valveNoNo
Power and build
Power draw16 W23 W
Warranty3 years3 years

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