Boyu · Hang-on-back
WF Waterfall Hang-on Filter
- Flow
- 150–720 L/h
Small to medium low-tech tanks and shrimp or betta setups on a budget.
5 models
SunSun · Hang-on-back
SunSun XBA Clip-On Filter
A very small 2.5 W clip-on filter with an activated carbon plate, for tanks under 40 cm. Flow is up to 300 L/h.
Updated
300 L/h1 model
Will it suit my tank?
litres
Best for
Pico and nano tanks, betta setups.
Worth knowing
Carbon removes liquid fertiliser too, so swap it for sponge in a planted tank.
What stands out
- 300 L/h
- 2.5 W
- For tanks under 40 cm
- Carbon plate included
Specs
| Model | Flow | Power | Dimensions (L × W × H) | Suits tank length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XBA-300 | 300 L/h | 2.5 W | 14.5 × 12 × 33.5 cm | under 40 cm |
- Brand
- SunSun
- Media
- Activated carbon plate
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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Dophin · Hang-on-back
A Series Hanging Filter
- Flow
- 300–500 L/h
- Tank size
- up to 100 L
A 40 to 100 litre tank where you want a simple hang-on filter you can fill with your own media.
4 models
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H Series Hanging Filter
- Flow
- 190–1,000 L/h
- Tank size
- up to 200 L
A beginner tank from 25 to 200 litres where a familiar, easy hang-on filter is enough.
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SH Slim Hanging Filter
- Flow
- 150–380 L/h
- Tank size
- up to 80 L
A 20 to 80 litre tank with a lid-free top where you want surface film gone without a separate skimmer.
4 models
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about the SunSun XBA Clip-On Filter, drawn from its specs.
What size tank is the SunSun XBA Clip-On Filter good for?
Using the 5 to 12 times turnover rule for planted tanks: XBA-300 (300 L/h, suits roughly 25–60 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 SunSun XBA Clip-On Filter best for?
Pico and nano tanks, betta setups.
Is there anything to watch out for with the SunSun XBA Clip-On Filter?
Carbon removes liquid fertiliser too, so swap it for sponge in a planted tank.
What are the alternatives to the SunSun XBA Clip-On Filter?
Other filters worth comparing: Boyu WF Waterfall Hang-on Filter, Dophin A Series Hanging Filter, Dophin H Series Hanging Filter. Add any of them to the compare table to see the specs side by side.