Fluval E100 vs Fluval E200

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)

Both fit by the makers’ ratings.

  • Fluval E100: Rated for a 20 gal tank.
  • Fluval E200: Rated for a 20 gal tank.

What changes for you

  • Tank size: the Fluval E100 is rated up to 30 US gal, the Fluval E200 up to 65 US gal.
  • Power: 100 W against 200 W. More watts heats more water or a bigger rise above room temperature; check the maker's chart for your room.
  • Size: Fluval E100 11.75 in long, Fluval E200 14 in long. Check it fits your tank’s water depth at the angle you mount it.

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Fluval E100

Fluval E200

Both drawn at one scale on a 20 gallon long (example), from the makers’ published dimensions; positions are approximate.

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Fluval E100

Manufacturer-rated for aquariums up to 30 US gal; adjustable 68–93°F.

Drawing of an aquarium heater (not a photo of the Fluval E100)

Side by side

Fluval E100 vs Fluval E200: published specifications
Published figureFluval E100Fluval E200
Rated tank sizeUp to 30 US galUp to 65 US gal
Power100 W200 W
Dimensions2 × 1.25 × 11.75 in (L × W × H)2 × 1.25 × 14 in (L × W × H)
In the boxheater, fish guard, mounting bracketheater, 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 →

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