Best Aquarium Water Pumps of 2025

"I recently moved into an old home, and my basement flooded. I decided to try the VIVOSUN 800GPH Submersible Pump, and it worked wonders! It quickly cleared the water, and the quiet operation was a huge plus. The 10ft high lift and 6.5ft power cord made it easy to reach all corners of the basement. I'm so relieved to have my basement dry again. It's a great tool for anyone needing to remove water quickly, and I highly recommend it!"

"I bought this pump for my Tower Garden. It has to pump water up 6 1/2 feet, and it does so effortlessly. There's more water being pumped than the original pump that came with my Juice Plus Tower Garden. It's also very quiet, so I'm VERY happy with it. I highly recommend it!"

"I've been using this pump for over a year now without any issues. It's 100% better than my old bucket method. I use it on my 100g and 60g aquariums with a 5/8" adapter and 50ft hose. It takes about 45 minutes to complete water changes on 5 tanks!"

"I’ve had this pump for over a year now, and it’s still going strong. I’m changing my pond, so I’m curious to see how high it can actually pump with the new, taller setup."

"I bought this pump about two months ago. It worked great initially, but now it doesn't pump as effectively as it did. It's not strong enough to pull the water up my fountain anymore. My return window closed after one month."

"I got this for a small fountain outside my back door for my grandchildren, and they absolutely adore it. I read reviews saying it needed frequent cleaning and didn't last long, but I’ve had mine for about six months now, and it hasn’t let me down. I love that when I take it out of the water, it doesn't continue to work and burn out. I use it in a clear fountain, change the water regularly, and I’ve never had to change the filter. I would definitely buy this product again!"

"I never worked with water pumps before. I found an old concrete small water fountain at a vintage yard. It had a defunct water pump, and I decided to try this one out as it was smaller than the one that was attached to the fountain. I opened it up, visually determined how it would attach to the existing plastic line, and turned it on. I moved the toggle switch to adjust the water force for the perfect trickle! It is super quiet, and works exactly as intended. I am now excited to build my own water feature."

"This little pump functions well in my concrete bird bath. My previous pump lasted for several years, and I hope this one will do the same. It has good pressure, and I am pleased with its performance so far."

"I used this pump in my dart frog tank for a small waterfall and stream. It runs great and is not loud, which is essential for my setup. However, I found the tubing to be quite flimsy, making it difficult to attach to the pump."

"I found the water flow to be really nice, and it has a lovely sound. The pump feels high quality and durable. It's quite powerful, but adjusting it is a breeze."

"After buying this pump for my aquatic plants, it has been running without a hitch for a couple of weeks. The water flow is just as strong as on day one, although the suction cups could be more durable, requiring a few reattachments."

"I purchased this for a small fountain project, and it does exactly what I expected. Shipping was fast, and I'm pleased with how it enhances my setup. Very reasonably priced for what it does!"

"I needed to replace my broken fountain pump, so I decided to try something different this time. I went for a higher MPH with this one and I love it. The water flows beautifully, and the sound is incredibly relaxing."

"Using this pump to mix nutrients for my pepper plants has been a game changer. It sticks easily to the side of my 5-gallon bucket and saves me so much time. I’m really happy with its performance and would suggest getting another one if you mix more than 4 gallons at once."

"This pump worked perfectly for my DIY Halloween decoration where I needed to recycle water. It performed exactly as I needed, and I'm impressed with its power."

"I found the PULACO pump to be an excellent choice for my homemade water fountain. It does what it’s supposed to, and I appreciate the powerful performance it delivers!"

"After struggling with my clogged dishwasher, I finally decided to give this pump a try. It worked quickly and efficiently, saving me from the hassle of using towels to get the water out!"

"For nearly a year, I've been using this pump to transfer water during my fish tank changes. It has great power and an easily adjustable flow setting, making it nearly perfect!"

"I ordered this pump because of leaks in my roof that were damaging my ceiling. At 78 years old, it was a hassle crawling into the attic to empty buckets. Now, I simply run a hose down into a bucket below and turn it on. It works beautifully!"

"I bought the smallest pump for an old fountain I received. I'm pleased with my choice; the pump is working great! The adjustable water flow is a nice feature, and I love the soothing sound of water."

"I use this pump for my two outside fountains. It fits well and works perfectly. I leave them on 24/7, and while the cord is a bit thin, it hasn't been a problem. Minor tasks like cleaning the fountains are worth it for the enjoyment they bring."

"I purchased this water pump for my 5-gallon fish tank. After suffering with two noisy pumps that required constant maintenance, I found this one. It has the same dimensions as the previous ones, and I was able to easily attach it to the existing parts. The water flow is excellent, and it's completely silent!"

"I ordered this nano pump for my nano tank, and it has been working amazingly for months without any issues!"

"I bought this pump for my 5-tier fountain, and it works great! I was pleasantly surprised to discover that it also includes an adjustable volume/pressure feature, which was a huge bonus."

"I find that these pumps really add oxygen to my water for hydroponics plants."

"I was pleased with the size and the pump was reasonably quiet. However, it stopped working just after the return window closed, which was frustrating."

"Initially, I loved how this pump moved rainwater quickly, but after one failed, I felt uneasy about the second one. Thankfully, customer service provided a refund."

"I was thrilled when I found this pump for my turtle tank, but my experience has been quite disappointing. It started off okay, but after a few days, it barely circulated the water. I cleaned the filter, thinking that would help, but it didn't. Then, just a few weeks after the return period, smoke started coming from the motor! I was shocked. It feels cheaply made and definitely not built to last. I wish I had known about these issues sooner because now I'm stuck with a pump that doesn't work." Weak performance and dangerous malfunction.

"I purchased this pump as a replacement for my pet water fountain, and it turned out to be just the right size. I'm really pleased with its performance; it’s even a bit stronger than my previous one. This was a great find!" Perfect size and strength for my needs.

"After using this pump in my fish pond for years, it finally stopped working. I ordered this as a replacement, but I completely misjudged how much power I needed. I was expecting it to pump 80 gallons per hour, but it just doesn't have the power to raise water 18 inches for my fountain. It seems suitable only for smaller decorations." Not powerful enough for larger setups.