Boyu · Canister
DGN-410 / 460 / 520 Canister Filter
- Flow
- 1,610 L/h
Mid to large planted tanks where you want to tune flow to the scape without swapping filters.
6 models
Eheim · Canister
Eheim classicVARIO+e
This is the old Classic canister rebuilt with a brushless, WiFi-controlled pump. You set the flow from a browser, and it can ramp down at night or during feeding if paired with other Eheim digital kit. It is quiet and sips power.
Updated
510 L/h1 model
Will it suit my tank?
litres
Best for
Planted tanks of about 50 to 250 litres where you want a silent, simple canister with adjustable flow and do not need a big media load.
Worth knowing
Flow tops out around 510 L/h, which is modest for a high-tech tank at the top of its size range.
What stands out
- Brushless DC pump, adjustable in fine steps
- Manual and pulse modes, set over WiFi
- Uses as little as 1.7 W at low flow
- Maintenance reminder by e-mail when cleaning is due
Specs
| Model | Flow | Tank size | Power | Media volume | Hose | Max head | Power range | Canister volume | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250 | 510 L/h | 50–250 L | 9.8 W | 3 L | 12 mm | 1.8 m | 1.7 to 9.8 W | 3.5 L | 17 x 35.5 cm (width x height) |
- Brand
- Eheim
- Hose size
- 12/16 mm
- Control
- WiFi via web browser
- Water type
- Freshwater and marine
- Warranty
- 2 years
Figures from Charterhouse Aquatics's product listing. Makers revise products, so check the current figures before buying. Photos supplied by the brand or its distributor.
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- Flow
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- Flow
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- Tank size
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- Flow
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about the Eheim classicVARIO+e, drawn from its specs.
What size tank is the Eheim classicVARIO+e good for?
Using the 5 to 12 times turnover rule for planted tanks: 250 (510 L/h, suits roughly 43–102 L). The maker rates the range for tanks up to 250 L. Real flow with media and hoses is lower than the rated figure, so pick the bigger model if you are between sizes.
Who is the Eheim classicVARIO+e best for?
Planted tanks of about 50 to 250 litres where you want a silent, simple canister with adjustable flow and do not need a big media load.
Is there anything to watch out for with the Eheim classicVARIO+e?
Flow tops out around 510 L/h, which is modest for a high-tech tank at the top of its size range.
What are the alternatives to the Eheim classicVARIO+e?
Other filters worth comparing: Boyu DGN-410 / 460 / 520 Canister Filter, Boyu DGN-80 / 120 UVC Canister Filter, Boyu EF / EFU Canister Filter. Add any of them to the compare table to see the specs side by side.