Aquarium Builder

The full cost of your dream tank.

From nano bettas to full reef systems — tank, filtration, lighting, livestock, and every add-on itemized.

PetLedger › Aquarium Cost Calculator
The Rule of Thumb: Budget $5–10 per gallon for a basic freshwater setup, $20–40/gal for planted tanks, and $50–100+/gal for saltwater reef. Don't forget cycling time — 4–8 weeks before adding fish.

Aquarium Setup Cost Calculator

Tank, stand, filtration, lighting, substrate, CO₂, livestock and water chemistry — fully itemized for 8 tank types from nano freshwater to full reef.

Aquarium Setup Estimate
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