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- Tank size
- 50–600 L
Planted tanks and shrimp tanks in hot climates that regularly creep above safe temperatures.
3 models
Eheim · Chiller
Eheim climacontrol+
climacontrol+ is an inline unit that both chills and heats, controlled over WiFi. It sits on the return line after your canister, holds a set temperature anywhere from 5 to 35 °C and e-mails you if things go wrong.
Updated
260–400 W3 models
Will it suit my tank?
litres
Best for
Big planted tanks in warm rooms or hot climates where summer temperatures push past 28 °C.
Worth knowing
It is expensive, needs 500 to 800 L/h of clean filtered water through it and wants 5 cm of clear space around it for airflow.
What stands out
- Cools and heats in one inline box
- Set and monitor temperature over WiFi
- Warning e-mail if the water is off target for 5 minutes
- Uses R290, an ozone-safe refrigerant
Models and specs
| Model | Tank size | Power | Heater | Noise (80 cm, cooling) | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | up to 500 L | 260 W | 300 W | 47 to 50 dB | 31 x 31 x 44.7 cm |
| M | up to 1,000 L | 300 W | 300 W | 50 to 53 dB | 31 x 31 x 48.9 cm |
| L | up to 2,000 L | 400 W | 300 W | 51 to 54 dB | 31 x 31 x 53.1 cm |
- Brand
- Eheim
- Temperature range
- 5 to 35 °C
- Hose size
- 16/22 mm or 19/27 mm
- Water flow needed
- 500 to 800 L/h
- Control
- WiFi
- Ambient range
- 10 to 38 °C
- Warranty
- 3 years
Figures from the maker's published specifications. Makers revise products, so check the current figures before buying. Photos supplied by the brand or its distributor.
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about the Eheim climacontrol+, drawn from its specs.
What size tank is the Eheim climacontrol+ for?
The maker rates it by model: S up to 500 L, M up to 1,000 L, L up to 2,000 L.
Who is the Eheim climacontrol+ best for?
Big planted tanks in warm rooms or hot climates where summer temperatures push past 28 °C.
Is there anything to watch out for with the Eheim climacontrol+?
It is expensive, needs 500 to 800 L/h of clean filtered water through it and wants 5 cm of clear space around it for airflow.
What are the alternatives to the Eheim climacontrol+?
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