Koralia Nano 425's vs Maxi-jet 400 pro's in circulation mode

[aanold]

Not a question just a comment to help folks decide in the future between these two. Each situation will be different but I just wanted to let folks know what I found out.

When I was choosing circulation pumps for my 28 Gal bowfront I had decided to buy two Max-jet 400's (bought the pro model so that they could be used in ciculation mode rated up to 400 gph). Once installed they had great flow but hummed / buzzed, which I kind of just got used to figuring that it was the nature of the beast. I tried a million different things to get them to be quieter and nothing made much of a difference.

After a month of this, I decided to try out the Koralia Nano 425's after seeing them on sale and boy the difference was clear from the start. Super quiet and I can barely notice any difference in flow and not mention they are smaller and easier to mount.

The Maxi's will make great saltwater mixing powerheads now.

 

[Bao]

Maxi's aren't that great at mixing salt either.
I started out with 4 Maxi's and replaced them with Koralia over the year.
So I use the Maxi to mix salt now but sometimes they still stuck, not sure why,, have to hit them couple time to restart them.

 

[Ffej]

I've got 4 Nano 425's in my 26 set on a wave making power strip. I love their small profile and easy mounting ability.