The 7 Best Betta Tanks for Your Beautiful Betta in 2024

Items Included:

• 5-gallon glass aquarium
• LED lights
• Filter and cartridges
• Fish food
• Water conditioner
• Fluval Cycle Biological Supplement
• Net
• Aquarium care guide

Filter

The filter is suitable for bettas without any modifications. The flow is adjustable, and the low setting won’t toss your betta around the tank or suck them in.

For the most part, this filter is pretty quiet but can be noisy if the waterline drops below the output. Furthermore, the filter may rattle against the glass if the provided plastic spacer falls off (which it is likely to do). You can make your own spacer out of a piece of sponge or a silicone coaster — whatever you have around the house.

What’s more annoying than the spacer issue is the placement of the filter. It’s smack dab in the middle of the tank and cannot be moved. This, plus the addition of a heater results in a loss of tank space. Not only that, the placement makes it harder to hide with plants and decorations.

While it sucks that the filter takes up so much space, it’s large enough for you to customize filter media.

Lighting

The LED lights on this tank only come in one color, a daylight white. However, they’re great for planted tanks as they support both medium and low-light plants. The on-off switch is on the cord rather than being on the top of the tank. This could be either convenient or inconvenient depending on your preferences.

Lid

The lid on this tank is decent in that it fits relatively well and isn’t flimsy, but it could still use some improvements. It doesn’t have any hinges, which is inconvenient when it comes time to clean the tank. Since the LEDs are attached to the lid, it’s hard to see into the tank when you have to take it off.

This lid also has a feeding hole which is a nice touch, but it’s completely uncovered. This means that fish have an easy way out. You may want to consider covering it with mesh or tape. This lid does provide space for extra cords, which is great since you’ll need to install a heater for your betta.

Design

This aquarium is well-built, even down to the small details. Since it is a glass tank, the pieces must be glued together and sealed with silicone. This is done very neatly. The silicone is black instead of clear, which looks nice and won’t become stained if you were to have any issues (algae, we’re talking about you).

The tank is wide and not too deep, making it easy to clean. This is also great for bettas because their native homes are shallow, and they take oxygen from the air despite having gills. And, as we’ve mentioned before, most fish prefer to swim in a horizontal direction.

Items Included:

• 5-gallon glass aquarium
• LED lights
• Low-voltage transformer (for the LED lights)
• Circulation pump with an output nozzle
• Fluval foam filter block with handle
• Fluval activated carbon insert
• Fluval BioMax insert

Filter

The filter that comes with this tank has an adjustable flow, but it’s still too strong for bettas. Fluval actually makes an inexpensive sponge baffle to use with the filter, so it’s an easy fix.

The sizable filter is built into the tank. It doesn’t take up any of your fish’s swimming space, and it contains a large piece of sponge for beneficial bacteria to grow on (you’ll learn more about this in our section on how to cycle a tank).

The filter housing offers some extra space for those who would like to customize their media. It’s also a great place to hide a heater. The filter media is easy to remove from the housing, which makes cleaning a breeze. Best of all, the filter is actually quiet!

Lighting

The LEDs on this tank are very bright and can be switched between white and blue to mimic day and night. They are placed above the tank on a strip that spans the entire length of the tank, leaving not a corner of the aquarium unlit.

While other tanks on our list only support low-light plants, the lights on this Fluval aquarium are good enough for medium-light plants as well. However, if you’re looking for a cheaper alternative, the Marina Led Aquarium Kit also includes LEDs capable of supporting medium-light plants.

Lid

The plastic lid on this tank is decent but could be better. The feeding hole in the center is huge, making it easy for fish to escape and water to evaporate. There are no notches for extra cords, which could be problematic if you don’t want to put a heater in the filter housing.

Design

The design of this tank is rather sleek. This is likely due to the placement of the filter housing and the honeycomb design around it, as well as the black base.

However, the designers could have done a better job when it comes to the air pump. It is difficult to get into place, which means it can be equally difficult to remove. Luckily, you shouldn’t have to remove it all that often because the filter housing is unlikely to get clogged with debris.

Items Included:

• 10-gallon glass aquarium with lid
• LED lighting
• Filter with cartridge
• Heater
• Fish food
• Water conditioner
• Net
• Stick-on thermometer

Filter

The filter is too strong for bettas and will need to be baffled. It also has some issues with noise: it tends to vibrate against the glass. This can be fixed by putting something behind it like a piece of rubber or sponge.

One of the nice aspects of this filter is the replacement indicator. A red light will flash when it’s time to change the filter’s cartridge. This is especially useful for those new to fish keeping.

Lighting

This tank has white lights that are very bright and can support low-light plants. However, the lights can get quite hot and even heat up the water, so make sure you keep a thermometer in your tank to monitor the temperature.

Because the lights are in the lid and are not waterproof, there is a chance that condensation could reduce their longevity. If you’re okay with a smaller tank, the Marina LED Aquarium Kit comes with all the bells and whistles but has better lights.

Lid

The major issue with this lid is that it houses the lights. Because they aren’t waterproof, they don’t last, and the whole lid needs to be replaced just to get working lights again. Luckily, there is some extra room at the back for additions, so you may be able to sneak a new light through there if needed.

This lid does not have a hinge and will need to be taken off completely during cleaning. However, it does have a covered feeding hole, which is convenient and prevents escapes.

Design

The Aqueon 10-gallon aquarium is your classic rectangular glass tank. It’s made of several pieces of glass glued together and sealed with silicone caulk. The quality control here isn’t great. While the tank isn’t likely to leak, the sealant is rather sloppily laid along the seams, so you may feel better keeping some spare silicone sealant on hand to prevent leaks.

The size of this tank means you can add more fish to it. Check out our list of appropriate tank mates for bettas.

Heater

This is the only kit that comes with a heater! You could consider this a rare find.

The heater is preset at 78°F and not adjustable. This is an appropriate temperature for a betta, but if you ever wanted to house something else in this tank down the line, you wouldn’t be able to adjust the temperature.

The thermometer that comes with the heater is a nice addition, but it is a bit difficult to see without a flashlight.

Items Included:

• 5-gallon glass aquarium with sliding lid
• Filter, pump, and cartridge
• Marineland bio-foam
• Blue and white LED lights
• Aquarium base

Filter

The filter included with this aquarium is nice and quiet, and replacement cartridges are easy to find online and in pet stores. While the flow is adjustable, the current is still too strong for a betta even at the lowest setting. However, this can be fixed with a baffle.

The area in which the filter is housed is rather narrow and thus difficult to clean. Luckily, the rest of the tank is easy to maintain.

Lighting

This tank includes a height-adjustable LED light with two different color options: white and blue. The white is meant to act as an artificial sun, whereas the blue is supposed to mimic the moon. This is a nice option for bettas since they are diurnal.

These LED lights are super bright, which is both good and bad. They’re great at illuminating the tank, but some bettas are stressed out by them. To reduce stress, try covering the lights with a piece of masking tape or some nylon stockings.

If you’re interested in a planted tank, these LEDs are capable of supporting low-light plants like moss balls or Anubias.

Lid

This tank has a sliding lid, which is nice for feeding. Unfortunately, the quality of this lid isn’t the best, with it often being a bit too narrow. If you don’t place it just right, then it may even fall into the water.

Design

This tank is tall rather than wide, which means it takes up less space and is perfect for those looking for a small aquarium. However, fish prefer to swim from side to side rather than up and down.

This MarineLand aquarium also comes with a base, but the tank simply sits on top of it rather than latching in. Despite this, it’s unlikely that the tank would actually slide off the base.

The front of the tank is made from a single piece of glass with curved edges. This reduces the chance of leaks but somewhat inhibits your view into the tank. If you look from the sides, the curved edges create a sort of Fresnel lens effect.

The filter and lights do not share the same power cord, which means you can keep the filter running continuously while having the lights on a timer. All in all, you will need three available outlets for the filter, lights, and a heater (which you have to purchase separately).

Items Included:

• 5-gallon acrylic tank with lid
• LED lights
• Filter with cartridge
• Aquarium base

Filter

This filter has adjustable flow settings, and you’ll need to choose the lowest one to keep your betta comfortable. There is a pocket on the filter that fish can swim into, so you may want to block it with a sponge.

The filter is nice and quiet, but it is quite large. This means it will accommodate any filter media, not just the provided Bio-Bag cartridge. However, it takes up more space in the tank.

Lighting

The LED lights on this tank only come in one color: white. They are not able to support plant life. If you’re looking for an affordable tank with lights that can support low-light plant growth, then check out the GloFish Aquarium Kit instead.

Lid

The lid on this tank is just okay. It functions, but it isn’t very secure because it doesn’t lock into place. It has slots for extra cords but lays awkwardly on the tank when you use them. Extra cords tend to fall out of the slots and into the water.

The one good thing about this lid is that it has a small opening for feeding, so you won’t have to take it off and risk ruining the perfect placement it took you 10 minutes to achieve. You may want to cover this opening, though, as bettas can be escape artists.

Design

Despite being made of acrylic plastic rather than glass, this tank is sturdy and crystal clear. Unfortunately, it does scratch easily, so you’ll need to take care when cleaning it. This tank is small and doesn’t take up much space.

Items Included:

• 5-gallon acrylic tank with lid
• Filter
• Tetra Whisper Bio-Bag Filter cartridge
• LED lighting

Filter

The filter included in this kit is quiet and has adjustable flow settings. Unfortunately, even the lowest setting is too strong for bettas and will suck their beautiful fins into the filter. You’ll have to modify it with a baffle or purchase a different filter.

Lighting

The LED light in this tank is a blue-white shade and does not change to any other colors. It works well for lighting up the aquarium, but isn’t as cool as the lights in the Koller Panaview Aquarium Kit and doesn’t have the benefit of mimicking day and night like the lights in the MarineLand Portrait Glass Aquarium. If you are interested in a planted tank, these lights will support low-light plants only.

Lid

The lid on this tank is not great. It’s flimsy and ill-fitting. Rather than snapping into place or being attached in some other way, it just sits on top of the tank. It’s easy to knock into the tank, and if you add a heater (which you should), then it won’t stay in place at all. On the bright side, it does have a feeding hole, so you won’t have to move it once it is in place.

Design

The Glofish aquarium is made of plastic and is completely seamless, reducing the likelihood of leaks. The shape of the tank is actually somewhat triangular, so it fits nicely in corners and is perfect for those who don’t have much space. Because it is made of plastic, it scratches easily.

Items Included:

• 5-gallon plastic aquarium with lid
• Filter and cartridges
• Color changing LED lights
• Set-up instructions

Filter

The filter included with this tank is quiet and the replacement cartridges are easy to find. However, it isn’t the best filter out there. The flow isn’t adjustable and it’s too strong for bettas. This can be solved with modifications like baffles, but you may want to consider replacing the filter as the one included is known for having issues and being short-lived.

Lighting

The lights in this tank are mostly for show as they are color changing LEDs with seven color choices: daylight white, blue, green, amber, aqua, purple, and red. They do look very cool, but they cannot support plant life.

There is also a built-in timer, so you can have the lights on for 1, 2, 4, or 8 hours. However, you have to set it every single day and it can be a bit tricky to use, so be sure to follow the provided instructions.

Lid

All too often, aquarium kits come with less than stellar lids. However, Koller has provided a pretty solid cover for this tank.

It has a hinge on it so you do not have to awkwardly hold it in your hand while you feed your fish or clean the tank. Similarly, the hinge allows for the tank to open in such a way that any condensation will run back into the tank rather than all over your counters.

Though this kit doesn’t include a heater, the lid itself has cut-outs that you can remove to create space for one. The only downside to this is that it leaves a sizable hole that your fish could potentially jump out of.

Design

This tank is made of plastic; it’s sturdy, but it will scratch much easier than glass does. The tank is molded as one piece, so there are no seams and less of a chance of leaks. The shape of this tank also makes it spacious for an adventurous betta.