Jewel Rio 125 Fish Tank Accessory Review

Good Points
Intergrated Filter/Heater
Lighting Unit
Complete Package

Bad Points
Expensive Filter Media

General Comments
The Jewel Rio 125 in my opinion is a perfect tank for someone starting out. As a complete package it skips the need to get the correct rated heater, the right filter, the right pump etc. I have owned my tank now for about 18 months and have had no problems what so ever, still using the original lamps too. The two year warranty which comes as standard has not been needed.



I have 2 fish tanks, this one and an older standard 4 ft tank. The Jewel really look good in minimalist but stylish way with the black trim and would fit in well in most living rooms. The hood assembly finishes the tank off nicely especially when compared with standard ClearSeal hoods available in most retailers. The hood asembly comes appart easily to aid cleaning/water changes, the cross member being the only obstruction remaining in the tank.



The lighing rig which comes with the tank is has water proof lamp fitting reducing the risk of electric shock to minimum and doing away with the need for a condensation tray. The lamps which come as standard have a good life and are strong enough to grow all but the most light-hungry of specialist plants.



As mentioned above the filter material needed for the pump assembly can be expensive ( up to £6 for 4 pads) My local fish shop sells packaging felt which makes for a very cheap and suitable alternative.



Highly recommended fish tank.