External filter noise levels

[Jake101]

Hi,

I am going to buy an external filter (1000 - 1200 l/h), but the aquarium is in the same room where I sleep. Although I am not super easily disturbed by small noises, I would naturally like it to be, apart from being a good filter otherwise, as silent as possible. I would like to hear your recommendations and experiences.

The models I have been pondering over:
Tetratec EX 1200
Eheim Classic 2217
Fluval 306

Thanks.

 

[stu_]

Hi
I've got a TT EX1200, it's a decent enough filter imo.
After 5 years or so,it does have a faint hum,however it's in a Juwel cabinet which aren't enclosed,there's a gap at the back.Maybe that's why I even notice it.
Wouldn't keep me awake if it was in a bedroom.

 

[Crossocheilus]

I have an Aquamanta efx1000u from Maidenhead Aquatics in my room currently not in a cabinet and I sleep fine, but I am very used to it. At one time it became very loud and rattled but I replaced the impeller and now it is fine. I know it isn't one of the ones you mentioned but as a fairly unknown/untested brand I think its alright so most likely any of those filters will be better.
Something else to consider are the jbl filters i've just bought two e1501s after I received a large number of recommendations here on ukaps. They are yet to arrive though.

 

[clonitza]

Comparing Eheim and JBL externals that I had, I'll stick on JBL for noise level. Don't know about other filters.

 

[Jake101]

Thanks for the comments and tips. Decided to go with JBL after your insights and couple of reviews.