EHEIM thermocontrol 100
Manufacturer-rated for aquariums of 26.4–39.6 US gal; adjustable 65–93°F.
EHEIM thermocontrol 100 vs Fluval E100
What changes for you, from the makers' published figures. Neither is "better": the right one is the one that fits your tank and how you look after it.
For a 20 gallon long (example)
Only the Fluval E100 fits by its maker’s rating.
- EHEIM thermocontrol 100: Rated 26.4–39.6 gal, not 20 gal.
- Fluval E100: Rated for a 20 gal tank.
What changes for you
- Tank size: the EHEIM thermocontrol 100 is rated 26.4–39.6 US gal, the Fluval E100 up to 30 US gal.
- Size: EHEIM thermocontrol 100 12.6 in long, Fluval E100 11.75 in long. Check it fits your tank’s water depth at the angle you mount it.
- Type: EHEIM thermocontrol 100 is an adjustable submersible model, Fluval E100 an adjustable, electronic model, so installation and cleaning differ.
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EHEIM thermocontrol 100
Fluval E100
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Fluval E100
Manufacturer-rated for aquariums up to 30 US gal; adjustable 68–93°F.
Side by side
| Published figure | EHEIM thermocontrol 100 | Fluval E100 |
|---|---|---|
| Rated tank size | 26.4–39.6 US gal | Up to 30 US gal |
| Power | 100 W | 100 W |
| Dimensions | 12.6 × 1.4 × 1.4 in (L × W × H) | 2 × 1.25 × 11.75 in (L × W × H) |
| In the box | heater, double suction-cup holder, 2 suction cups | heater, fish guard, mounting bracket |
Figures as published by each maker; see each model’s page for its sources. Open this pair in the full comparison tool →