Best Terrarium Sand of 2025

"I bought this for my hamsters and gerbils to use in their sand baths, and they absolutely love it! The sand is super fine and soft, making it perfect for the price and quantity."

"This sand is fantastic! My hamsters enjoy rolling around in it, and it keeps their fur clean and healthy. Plus, it works wonderfully when mixed into dirt for a bioactive setup."

"I can't find the video now, but I recorded my hamster digging in her sand box for over five minutes! It’s soft, pretty, and made cleanup easy as she naturally used it for potty."

“My leopard gecko really enjoys this sand! I appreciate the color and quality; it's thicker than what I found at Petco, but he doesn't mind at all.”

“I purchased this sand for my seven blue feigning death beetles. It’s the perfect addition to their desert terrarium—the natural color looks great, and the beetles seem to love it!”

“This sand works wonderfully for my Israeli Dune Geckos. The granules are much finer than typical play sand, reducing the risk of harm if they miss a bug. Plus, it holds heat well during the day and releases it at night.”

"I really love this sand! It’s a bit pricey, but I think it’s worth it for the darker color in my aquarium. Washing it took some time, but using a pillowcase worked perfectly. My axolotl seems to enjoy it!"

"I’m using this sand for my musk turtle, and I had to rinse it thoroughly to avoid clogging my filter, but the texture and quality are great. I’m satisfied overall!"

"When I got the sand, I followed the advice of others and rinsed it until the water was mostly clear. After adding it to my tank, it was still a little cloudy. I’ve done multiple water changes, but I’m disappointed by the impurities."

"I found this product to be great and easy to use. It offers excellent value for the price!"

"We decided to create plant terrariums as a fun project, and this soil was perfect! It's specifically formulated for that purpose, and our terrariums turned out great. The plants are really thriving!"

"When I first opened the box, the soil was fantastic and it has continued to keep my plants alive. I'm really happy with my purchase!"

"I used this sand in my hamster's sandbox, and it's easy to scoop and sift. My hamster prefers it for potty use, but it makes cleaning much easier. I find it softer and better than regular play sand, though I still think the play sand is a more cost-effective option for my Syrian."

"This sand is perfect for my leopard gecko! Super soft and lasts long, plus it doesn't get too hot with the heat lamp on. I absolutely love the color, and she enjoys digging in it."

"I've been using this for my gerbil's sand bath for months, and honestly, it works wonders! They love rolling around in it, and it's one of the few products that doesn't make them sick. It's virtually dust-free, which makes for very happy and clean gerbils!"

“I ordered this sand for my box turtle and was excited to receive it, but I found it a bit too fine for him. He ended up getting covered in sand, so I decided to add a coarser sand on top, which helped a lot.”

“This sand is great! I received it quickly, and my bearded dragon loves it. It's incredibly fine, which was just right for my 30-gallon tank.”

“I’ve always had a positive experience with ZooMed sand. I typically rinse it before using it in my bearded dragon's tank to reduce the dust. Just keep in mind that it takes a while to dry after rinsing.”

“I was a bit hesitant about getting sand, but I’m so glad I did! I started with four bags for my 70-gallon tank just in case I didn’t like it. I’ll definitely be buying two or three more bags! It’s easy to clean and absorbs water without making a mess. I was worried about losing sand when my pet jumped in and out of his dish, but the sand sticks well, so I didn’t lose any when emptying it. After letting it dry, I just dump it back in the enclosure. My pet loves to lay in the sand to sleep, and the color matches the background perfectly. It does dye his claws and tail, but it washes off easily, which is no big deal for me!”

“I think this sand is fantastic. I’ve been using it exclusively for years, and it truly is the best. My crabs absolutely love it, and I’ve never faced any issues. I would highly recommend it to fellow hermit crab keepers.”

“I really love this sand! I’ve tried multiple colors, and my crabs seem comfortable and happy with it. There’s no odor, and it’s truly worth the money.”

“I mixed this sand with another I bought at the same time, and my hermit crabs really enjoyed having the fresh sand. I like how the white blends easily with the other color.”

"I use this as a feeding mat for my tortoise. It's the perfect solution since he tends to consume wood chips from his bedding. It gets messy, but it's worth it for his sunning and eating area."

"I purchased this for my daughter's bearded dragon, and the quality is impressive. However, cleaning can be a hassle as quite a bit of the rock comes off when hosed down. I might prefer other options."

"I gave this to my grandson for his reptile tank, and he was so excited. It was just what he needed, and I believe it serves its purpose well."

"I've found that this sand keeps the soil healthy. It's been a great choice for me!"

"As a crab lover, I appreciate the different color blends this sand offers."

"I can't say much about sand, but it came exactly as expected, and my daughter's hermit crabs love to dig and bury themselves in it. Plus, I find it quite pretty!"

"Unfortunately, the bag ripped open when I picked it up from the Amazon delivery. Now, I have sand all over my rug."

"Whenever I change the sand, my crab seems to enjoy it and comes out to explore more."