Tetra · Updated August 2026
Tetra HT30: price & specs
Tetra HT30. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: thatpetplace.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Tetra HT30 is listed at $18.99 on thatpetplace.com as of 2026-08-16, the cheapest aquarium heaters (median $39.99); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 0/100 pay-blind standing, #10 of 10 in class.
Verified Aug 16, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Is the Tetra HT30 a good buy?
At $19, the Tetra HT30 is the cheapest of the 9 aquarium heaters we track, where the median is $39.99. On the spec sheet, its wattage of 100 W is the lowest of the 10.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $18.99 ThatPetPlace retail price, verified live 2026-08-16; KensFish lists it at $17.97, a close match. |
|---|---|
| Brand | Tetra |
| Released | — |
| Wattage (W) | 100 |
| Tank size range gal | 10-30 gal |
| Adjustable thermostat | No |
| Material | glass |
| Fully submersible | Yes |
| Temperature accuracy f | ±2°F |
| Shatterproof guard | No |
| External controller | No |
Source: thatpetplace.com (verified 2026-08-16) · corroborated by tetra-fish.com. Fixed, non-adjustable 78°F (±2°F) internal electronic thermostat, HT30 = 100W for 10-30 gal, glass construction with silicon-carbide-crystal heat transfer, and $18.99 price all verified via live fetch of ThatPetPlace; corroborated by Tetra's official HT submersible heaters page and KensFish's $17.97 listing. Primary source was switched from the manufacturer page to the live-verified ThatPetPlace listing so the cited source is confirmed reachable.
Is the Tetra HT30 worth it vs cheaper aquarium heaters?
Tetra HT30 against its closest cheaper and pricier aquarium heaters on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 9 ranked
| Product | Price | Wattage (W) | Tank size range gal | Adjustable thermostat | Material | Fully submersible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tetra HT30 this | $18.99 | 100 | 10-30 gal | No | glass | Yes |
| Finnex HMA-200S | $27.19 | 200 | 60-80 gal | Yes | titanium | Yes |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Tetra HT30 cost?
The Tetra HT30 has a US price of $18.99 (ThatPetPlace retail price, verified live 2026-08-16; KensFish lists it at $17.97, a close match.), as of 2026-08-16.
How does the Tetra HT30 compare on price?
At $19, the Tetra HT30 is the cheapest of the 9 aquarium heaters we track, where the median is $39.99.
What are the Tetra HT30's key specs?
Tetra HT30 (Tetra): wattage w 100, tank size range gal 10-30 gal, adjustable thermostat No, material glass, fully submersible Yes. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-08-16.
Price of record: $18.99 at thatpetplace.com, 2026-08-16. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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