--- product_id: 2858866 title: "Zoo Med Nano 10 External Canister Filter, up to 10 Gallons,Black" brand: "zoo med" price: "489.97 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Zoo Med" url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/2858866-zoo-med-nano-10-external-canister-filter-up-to-10 store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Compact footprint for tanks up to 10 gallons Ultra-quiet anti-vibration design 3-stage filtration: mechanical, biological & chemical Zoo Med Nano 10 External Canister Filter, up to 10 Gallons,Black **Brand:** zoo med **Price:** 489.97 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🐠 Small Tank, Big Impact: The Nano Filter That Works as Hard as You Do! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Zoo Med Nano 10 External Canister Filter, up to 10 Gallons,Black by zoo med - **How much does it cost?** 489.97 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/2858866-zoo-med-nano-10-external-canister-filter-up-to-10) ## Best For - zoo med enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted zoo med brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Space-Smart Design:** Maximize your desk or shelf space with a sleek, compact canister filter tailored for tanks up to 10 gallons. - • **Effortless Maintenance:** Easy-to-open filter head and removable hose connectors make priming, cleaning, and customizing a breeze—even for first-timers. - • **Whisper-Quiet Operation:** Enjoy a peaceful aquatic environment with calibrated anti-vibration bushings that eliminate noise and disruption. - • **Triple-Action Filtration:** Keep your nano aquarium crystal clear with mechanical sponges, bio-ceramic media, and activated carbon working in harmony. - • **Enhanced Aeration Control:** Included spray bar system boosts oxygenation and allows adjustable flow to create the perfect current for your aquatic pets. ## Overview The Zoo Med Nano 10 External Canister Filter is a compact, quiet, and versatile filtration system designed for freshwater and saltwater aquariums up to 10 gallons. Featuring a three-stage filtration process—mechanical, biological, and chemical—it ensures crystal-clear water and healthy aquatic life. Its space-saving design, easy maintenance, and included spray bar for enhanced aeration make it the perfect choice for nano tank enthusiasts seeking professional-grade performance without the bulk. ## Description Three Stage external aquarium filter uses mechanical, biological and chemical filtration to keep your nano or small aquarium clean and clear. Provides greater aeration with the included spraybar. Removable hose-connecting device. Adjustable flow control system. Easy-to-open filter head. Calibrated anti-vibration bushings. Review: Love This Canister Filter!! - I bought this Zoo Med canister filter to replace a horrible submersible filter that came as a kit with my 6.5 gallon aquarium. It works flawlessly, is silent and does an excellent job on my tank. I have a pretty heavy load in my tank as I have a betta and 3 African dwarf frogs, in a planted tank. Setting up the filter was easy but I previously had an Eheim canister filter on my last tank, so I have experience with canister filters. I did run into 1 issue during set up as I could not get the top off, so I called Zoo Med and their customer service is excellent, which says a lot. They answer the phone, so there’s no waiting for an email response, etc. What I ended up doing re: the top, was to put my thumb in the fill hole and pull up from there, which worked perfectly! The canister has a divider in the middle, so it gives you plenty of options for any type of filtration, you want to add. It comes with a round blue sponge for mechanical filtration, that fits in one side, and has a bag of carbon and ceramic media that fits in the other side. I included a pic. of the ceramic media and carbon bag. I opted not to use either on the other side as my tank is live planted, I fertilize my plants and the carbon would filter it out. The carbon is great for filtering out medication in case a fish gets sick and you need to medicate it. Using the carbon bag when done, will filter the remaining medication out of your tank. Just a note, the carbon is very dusty, so be sure to rinse it well until water runs clear, before using it. Using the carbon in a tank that you don’t fertilize/has fake plants, would work fine imo, but I’ve only had live planted tanks. I also did not use the ceramic media included as I’m a huge fan of Seachem Matrix for biological filtration, so I’m using that in place of their ceramic media, which just boils down to personal choice. I see nothing wrong with the media included with this canister filter. I was extremely happy to find a canister filter for a small tank. This filter also gives you the option of using a spray bar or a diffuser, which is a nice touch. I opted to use the spray bar and I positioned the holes of the bar toward the back of my tank, to disperse the flow, so there wouldn’t be a lot of current for my betta and frogs. I included a couple pics of how I have the inside media set up in the canister. I love the versatility you have with the canister. One flaw with this is, there is no screw to secure the tubing to the spray bar, so it could end up disconnecting. I resolved that by placing a suction cup on the plastic elbow in my tank that connects to the spray bar. That way, if it does happen to disconnect, the elbow is held in place with the suction cup and the water will still stay in the tank. I highly recommend this canister filter to anyone, looking for a good filter, media versatility and to free up some space in a smaller tank. I had the original submersible filter in my tank for a couple weeks before getting this canister. I’ve already changed the floss, cleaned the sponge and rinsed the media in some tank water, as it filtered out plenty, in just over two weeks. Also, this canister filter needs to be at the same height as the bottom of your tank. My tank sits on my breakfast bar and when I first took it out of the box, it seemed pretty light and I was worried my cat might knock it over. But when filled with media & water, the canister is extremely sturdy and have had no issues with it being knocked over. Plus, Zoo Med includes rubber feet for the canister, which silence any vibration and stops it from being slippery/falling over, etc. All in all, this filter and Zoo Med’s customer service get an A+++++ rating, from me!! Review: Easy to clean and does the job well! - Fantastic filter! This thing is easy to assemble and so far has lasted great. I use this on a small habitat for my baby turtle and the filter is small enough that it doesn't make an overpowering current in the water and gently filters the whole enclosure. The habitat is just 1.5 gallons max but for turtles, you will want a strong filter because they can be messy. So this filter still fits. It is easy to take down and take apart to do some of the normal cleaning maintenance and extra charcoal filter bags are simple enough to purchase with it. I recommend a long flexible scrubbing want to help clean the accumulated grime out of the tubes. I had to get that, easily affordable, and it helped me clean the tubes and keep the filter working great. I do not have any smell from it so that is very good. ## Features - Water filter for nano tanks and aquariums up to 10 gallons - Created for use in both freshwater and saltwater aquariums - Designed to be easy for new users to prime, customize, and even open - This filter was also built to be convenient with a compact, space saving design and quiet, anti vibration brushings - Package includes the Nano 10 external canister filter, spray bar system for greater aeration, mechanical filter sponge, bio ceramic filtration media, and carbon chemical filtration media ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B005DGHRU2 | | Best Sellers Rank | #103,206 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #485 in Aquarium Filters | | Brand | Zoo Med | | Brand Name | Zoo Med | | Color | Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 615 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00097612024302 | | Included Components | Zoo Med - FLTR CNSTR NANO 501 10G | | Item Type Name | Zoo Med - FLTR CNSTR NANO 501 10G | | Item Weight | 2.01 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Zoo Med Laboratories | | Manufacturer Part Number | TCN-30 | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | Manufacturer Warranty | | Model Number | 976599 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Specific Uses For Product | Active | | UPC | 097612024302 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Images ![Zoo Med Nano 10 External Canister Filter, up to 10 Gallons,Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61g3ciONwHL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love This Canister Filter!! *by S***1 on October 8, 2020* I bought this Zoo Med canister filter to replace a horrible submersible filter that came as a kit with my 6.5 gallon aquarium. It works flawlessly, is silent and does an excellent job on my tank. I have a pretty heavy load in my tank as I have a betta and 3 African dwarf frogs, in a planted tank. Setting up the filter was easy but I previously had an Eheim canister filter on my last tank, so I have experience with canister filters. I did run into 1 issue during set up as I could not get the top off, so I called Zoo Med and their customer service is excellent, which says a lot. They answer the phone, so there’s no waiting for an email response, etc. What I ended up doing re: the top, was to put my thumb in the fill hole and pull up from there, which worked perfectly! The canister has a divider in the middle, so it gives you plenty of options for any type of filtration, you want to add. It comes with a round blue sponge for mechanical filtration, that fits in one side, and has a bag of carbon and ceramic media that fits in the other side. I included a pic. of the ceramic media and carbon bag. I opted not to use either on the other side as my tank is live planted, I fertilize my plants and the carbon would filter it out. The carbon is great for filtering out medication in case a fish gets sick and you need to medicate it. Using the carbon bag when done, will filter the remaining medication out of your tank. Just a note, the carbon is very dusty, so be sure to rinse it well until water runs clear, before using it. Using the carbon in a tank that you don’t fertilize/has fake plants, would work fine imo, but I’ve only had live planted tanks. I also did not use the ceramic media included as I’m a huge fan of Seachem Matrix for biological filtration, so I’m using that in place of their ceramic media, which just boils down to personal choice. I see nothing wrong with the media included with this canister filter. I was extremely happy to find a canister filter for a small tank. This filter also gives you the option of using a spray bar or a diffuser, which is a nice touch. I opted to use the spray bar and I positioned the holes of the bar toward the back of my tank, to disperse the flow, so there wouldn’t be a lot of current for my betta and frogs. I included a couple pics of how I have the inside media set up in the canister. I love the versatility you have with the canister. One flaw with this is, there is no screw to secure the tubing to the spray bar, so it could end up disconnecting. I resolved that by placing a suction cup on the plastic elbow in my tank that connects to the spray bar. That way, if it does happen to disconnect, the elbow is held in place with the suction cup and the water will still stay in the tank. I highly recommend this canister filter to anyone, looking for a good filter, media versatility and to free up some space in a smaller tank. I had the original submersible filter in my tank for a couple weeks before getting this canister. I’ve already changed the floss, cleaned the sponge and rinsed the media in some tank water, as it filtered out plenty, in just over two weeks. Also, this canister filter needs to be at the same height as the bottom of your tank. My tank sits on my breakfast bar and when I first took it out of the box, it seemed pretty light and I was worried my cat might knock it over. But when filled with media & water, the canister is extremely sturdy and have had no issues with it being knocked over. Plus, Zoo Med includes rubber feet for the canister, which silence any vibration and stops it from being slippery/falling over, etc. All in all, this filter and Zoo Med’s customer service get an A+++++ rating, from me!! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy to clean and does the job well! *by T***! on October 22, 2025* Fantastic filter! This thing is easy to assemble and so far has lasted great. I use this on a small habitat for my baby turtle and the filter is small enough that it doesn't make an overpowering current in the water and gently filters the whole enclosure. The habitat is just 1.5 gallons max but for turtles, you will want a strong filter because they can be messy. So this filter still fits. It is easy to take down and take apart to do some of the normal cleaning maintenance and extra charcoal filter bags are simple enough to purchase with it. I recommend a long flexible scrubbing want to help clean the accumulated grime out of the tubes. I had to get that, easily affordable, and it helped me clean the tubes and keep the filter working great. I do not have any smell from it so that is very good. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Modify first but Great Canister *by M***L on August 14, 2017* I've been using this canister filter on a planted 10-gallon aquarium for several months now and I enjoy the practical use it provides. However, I do have some cons and pros to this canister filter that I hope can be educational to others, Pros - 1. Perfect size for any tank 10-gallons or under. It seems deceptively small at first but it works great for the size. 2. Very quiet. I use the spray bar to create a waterfall effect and that creates some natural noise. However, the canister filter itself does not make any noise at all and it's extremely satisfying. 3. Depending on your set up, your water can be super clear. Changing some things can make this a very effective filter. Cons - 1. I had to put the sponge that is internal to the canister filter on my intake because I've found that the sponge isn't effective internally at all. The ones sold by Marineland would probably be better but I replaced the area where the sponge was with Bio-Balls that are sold by Marineland. 2. The pump gear isn't really strong and that's concerning because much of the gunk is getting stuck in the intake lines. This canister filter does need a slightly stronger pump to be more effective. 3. The ceramic rings and carbon bags are fine but they do leave room for improvement. While I do under stand their use, I find it difficult to understand how the filter is filtering at its maximum capacity when much of the outtake end of the filter is empty from any sort of media. Including smaller carbon bags might help but I do suggest finding a better alternative carbon bag that is smaller to be able to put more media in the canister filter. Realistically, this is the best canister filter for smaller tanks. I would suggest modifying this canister filter to get the maximum amount of filtration and to get the most bang for your buck. I would use the sponge that is included on your intake in order for your fry to not be sucked into the canister itself. Would I buy this canister filter again? Absolutely. Zoo Med just needs to make some modifications for this small but impactful canister filter. ## Frequently Bought Together - Zoo Med Nano 10 External Canister Filter, up to 10 Gallons,Black - JARDLI Glass Lily Pipe Mini Inflow Outflow Set 10mm for 9/12mm Tubing - Nano Aquarium Planted Tank Aquascaping - Seachem Indoor Purigen Organic Filtration Resin - Fresh and Saltwater 100 ml --- ## 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.tn/products/2858866-zoo-med-nano-10-external-canister-filter-up-to-10](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/2858866-zoo-med-nano-10-external-canister-filter-up-to-10) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-07-20*