Betta fish are also known as Siamese fighting fish, and for a good reason: they fight. For this reason, bettas must be kept separate from other bettas and, typically, other varieties of fish, as well. They do best in small tanks with regular water changes, although because they are labyrinth fish – meaning they can take in oxygen through their gills as well as breathe oxygen from the air – they can survive in stagnant, non-oxygenated tanks.
These traits make the colorful, lively betta fish an ideal choice for livening up your desk at the office, for kids or those who are just getting started with fish keeping. While bettas can survive and even thrive in an ordinary fish bowl, giving your new pet the best will ensure that he stays happy and healthy to brighten your space for a long time to come. We’ve rounded up 25 of the best, most innovative, top-rated betta tanks to help you choose the best environment for your betta. The average ratings listed below are based on feedback from Amazon.com reviewers and are current at the time of this writing.
The 5 Top-Rated Betta Tanks for Triving, Happy Bettas
Editor’s Picks | Brand | Rating |
---|---|---|
Best Aquarium Kit Overall | MarineLand 5 Gallon Portrait Glass LED Aquarium Kit | 4.4 |
Runner-Up | Aqueon Betta Bowl Aquarium Kit | 4.1 |
Best Budget Buy | Aqueon BettaBow LED Desktop Fish Aquarium Kit | 3.6 |
Best Betta Falls | Aqueon Kit Betta Falls | 3.4 |
Best Fish Tank | As Seen on TV 56028 My Fun Fish Tank | 3.5 |
*Ratings are from Amazon at the time of publication and can change
The 25 Top-Rated Betta Tanks for Thriving, Happy Bettas
1. MarineLand 5 Gallon Portrait Glass LED Aquarium Kit
Current Rating: 4.4
Key Features:
- Daylight and moonlight LED lights included
- 5-gallon aquarium
- Advanced, 3-stage filtration
- Sliding glass canopy
2. Aqueon Betta Bowl Aquarium Kit
Current Rating: 4.1
Key Features:
- Includes Aqueon Betta Food and Betta Bowl Plus samples
- Divider included to keep two betta fish in the same aquarium
- Comes with a decorative plant and gravel
3. Aqueon BettaBow LED Desktop Fish Aquarium Kit
Current Rating: 3.6
Key Features:
- LED light hood brings your aquarium to life
- Includes filter and cartridge to keep water clean
- Fish food and water care samples included
4. Aqueon Kit Betta Falls
Current Rating: 3.4
Key Features:
- Frosted panels keep neighboring bettas from seeing each other
- Sleek, curved design
- Compact; won’t take up much space on your desk
- Includes filter and cartridge
5. As Seen on TV 56028 My Fun Fish Tank
Current Rating: 3.5
Key Features:
- Self-cleaning
- Simple to maintain
- Included LED light
6. Back to the Roots Water Garden
Current Rating: 3.4
Key Features:
- Optimized water circulation
- Includes gravel, organic seeds, Growstones, and a natural d-chlorinator
- Includes natural fish food
- 3-gallon capacity
- Free interactive aquaponics curriculum included
7. Hygger Horizon 8 Gallon LED Glass Aquarium Kit
Current Rating: 4.1
Key Features:
- 8 gallons
- Includes extendable LED lights
- Outer glass is in a convex arc curve shape
8. Aqueon 10 Gallon Fish Tank Aquarium
Current Rating: 4.0
Key Features:
- 10 gallon tank
- Low profile LED full hood
- Present heater
9. YCTECH 1.4 Gallon Betta Aquarium
Current Rating: 4.0
Key Features:
- Impact-resistant plastic
- 7.8 x 7.8 x 5.5 inches
- Black or white color available
- 24 hour online customer service
10. Fish Bubble – Wall Mounted Acrylic Fish Bowl
Current Rating: 3.8
Key Features:
- 10 x 5.5 inches
- Easy wall mount
- Get several to keep multiple betta fish separately
- Capacity of about one gallon
11. Fluval Spec III Aquarium Kit, 2.6-Gallon
Current Rating: 4.3
Key Features:
- Etched-glass tank with aluminum trim
- Includes foam block, activated carbon, and BioMax bio rings
- 11.8 x 10.8 x 8.7 inches
12. Koller Products Betta Kit, Cube Fish Tank, 1.5 Gallon
Current Rating: 3.5
Key Features:
- 7-color LED lighting
- Runs on 2 AA batteries (not included)
- Optional 4.5V power adapter for operating LEDs
- 8.50 x 9.00 x 8.50 inches
13. Koller Products API Aquaview 360 Aquarium Kit
Current Rating: 3.7
Key Features:
- 2-gallon capacity
- 360-degree view
- Internal power filter
- Resistant to impact
- Kid-friendly
- 10-1/5 x 10-1/2 x 10-1/5 inches
14. Lee’s Round Betta Keeper
Current Rating: 3.7
Key Features:
- Tank undergravel filter carbon cartridge included
- Includes decorative plant and gravel
- Stackable units
15. Marina Betta Starter Kit
Current Rating: 3.5
Key Features:
- Includes decorative background and gravel
- Nutrafin Max Betta Food and Nutrafin Betta Plus Conditioner included
- Ideal for small spaces and beginners
16. Tetra 20 Gallon Complete Aquarium Kit
Current Rating: 4.2
Key Features:
- 20-gallon capacity
- 24.2 x 12.4 x 16.7 inches
- Comes with a UL heater and Tetra Whisper 20 filter
17. Penn Plax Deluxe Triple Betta Bow Aquarium Tank
Current Rating: 3.1
Key Features:
- 4.25″D x 11.50″W x 7″H
- 7-gallon capacity
- 2 color lights
- Filtration system
- Opaque dividers to separate up to 3 betta fish
18. Penn Plax Vertex Aquarium Kit
Current Rating: 4.2
Key Features:
- Hang on water filter, thermometer, and fish net included
- Plastic lid with hinges opens easily for cleaning and feeding
- 2.7-gallon capacity
- Compact enough to sit on your desk
19. Penn-Plax Aquaponic Betta Fish Tank
Current Rating: 4.0
Key Features:
- Plastic planter with ceramic substrate planting material
- Plant purifies water while absorbing betta waste
- Easy to clean
- Can be used as a planter without fish as well
- Suitable for betta, goldfish, bloodfin tetra, and white cloud minnow
20. Hygger 4 Gallon Smart Aquarium
Current Rating: 4.3
Key Features:
- 4 gallon glass aquarium
- 3-in-1 water pump
- 4 LED lighting mode hood
21. Koller Products Panaview 5-Gallon Aquarium Kit
Current Rating: 3.8
Key Features:
- Easy to set up and maintain
- Internal power filter
- 14.2 x 10 x 11.5 inches
22. Tetra 29041 Half Moon Bubbler, 3-Gallon
Current Rating: 3.8
Key Features:
- Half-moon shape offers a 180-degree view
- Cartridge-based filtration
- Color-changing LEDs
23. Tetra 29050 LED Betta Tank
Current Rating: 3.7
Key Features:
- Base lighting with 4 white LED lights
- LEDs can be turned on or off
- Takes 4 AA Batteries (not included)
- Can be charged with a micro USB cable (not included)
- 7.25-inch D x 9.5-inch W x 8.5-inch H
24. Tetra 29263 Betta Bubble Bowl
Current Rating: 4.0
Key Features:
- Easy access for feeding
- Battery-operated LED lights (not included)
- Fun shape is great for modern spaces
- 0.5-gallon capacity
25. Boutique Betta Rimless Low Iron Glass Aquarium Tank
Current Rating: 4.1
Key Features:
- 20 x 20 x 20 cm cube tank
- Glass thickness of 5mm
- 90° jointed seams
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