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EHEIM Classic 2217 (600) External Canister Filter vs AquaClear 110 Power Filter

A sourced, side-by-side comparison. AquaClear 110 Power Filter is cheaper at $99.99. Every spec and price links to its source.

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Spec EHEIM Classic 2217 (600) External Canister Filter AquaClear 110 Power Filter
US price $99.99
BrandEHEIMAquaClear
Released
Type canister hang-on-back
Flow rate gph 264 500
Tank size gal 160 110
Media capacity (L) 6
Media stages 4
Wattage 20 14
Self priming
Dimensions (in) 8.1 x 8.1 x 15.75 13.6 x 6.9 x 9.2

Sources — EHEIM Classic 2217 (600) External Canister Filter: eheim.com (verified 2026-08-01). AquaClear 110 Power Filter: fluvalaquatics.com (verified 2026-08-01).

What's the difference between the EHEIM Classic 2217 (600) External Canister Filter and AquaClear 110 Power Filter?

Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (5 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.

  • Type: EHEIM Classic 2217 (600) External Canister Filter canister vs AquaClear 110 Power Filter hang-on-back
  • Flow rate gph: EHEIM Classic 2217 (600) External Canister Filter 264 vs AquaClear 110 Power Filter 500
  • Tank size gal: EHEIM Classic 2217 (600) External Canister Filter 160 vs AquaClear 110 Power Filter 110
  • Wattage: EHEIM Classic 2217 (600) External Canister Filter 20 vs AquaClear 110 Power Filter 14
  • Dimensions (in): EHEIM Classic 2217 (600) External Canister Filter 8.1 x 8.1 x 15.75 vs AquaClear 110 Power Filter 13.6 x 6.9 x 9.2

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