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Ehm Fltr 2217 Classic Wm 264g

4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 183 ratings

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Brand Eheim
Style Submersible
Product Dimensions 11"L x 8.07"W x 15.75"H
Item Weight 14.6 Pounds

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  • Warranty: The filter has a 24 month guarantee.

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4.8 4.8
Easy to clean
4.6 4.6
Value for money
4.2 4.2

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  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 11 x 8.07 x 15.75 inches; 14.64 Pounds
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ 2217370
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ January 17, 2010
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ EHEIM
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00780WT40
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 183 ratings

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Customer reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars
4.3 out of 5
183 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the performance, noise level and filtering of the water pump. For example, they mention it's a great product, does a good job and is extremely quiet. Customers are also impresseded with the flow, clarity, and quality. That said, opinions are mixed on the ease of setup.

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37 customers mention32 positive5 negative

Customers like the performance of the water pump. They say it's great, quiet, and reliable. Customers also appreciate the time-tested design and the fact that it works perfectly as expected.

"...Awesome diversity of filter media available or make your own. Rock-solid connectors and such, not a leak to be found if you assemble everything..." Read more

"...The unit is virtually silent, and it's built like a tank. I switched to this filter from an H.O.B. type, and wow, what a difference!..." Read more

"...The design is time tested = the design hasn't changed in a decade or more...." Read more

"...Other than those two things, the product is great and comes with everything you need straight out of the box...." Read more

28 customers mention28 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the noise level of the water pump. They mention that it is extremely quiet, making a huge improvement in both noise level and aquarium clarity. Some say that the spray bar puts out plenty of volume.

"...Great flow, silent, easy set-up. The usual annoyances priming it, but once you get the hang of priming Eheim canister filters, it's a cinch...." Read more

"...Highly recommend using with a prefilter.Dead silent perfect operation. I like design better than the pro version." Read more

"EHEIM can't be beat. This is a great filter. It is TOTALLY silent. I have it right next to my bed...." Read more

"...The unit is virtually silent, and it's built like a tank. I switched to this filter from an H.O.B. type, and wow, what a difference!..." Read more

20 customers mention20 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the filtering capabilities of the water pump. They mention that it filters well, is quiet, and efficient. Some say that it's a really underrated filter in the hobby. Overall, most are happy with the performance and capacity of this filter.

"...I have one on all 3 intakes in my tank. Adds super mechanical filtration and will keep the main filter media looking practically clean for..." Read more

"...The 2217 has tremendous capacity for mechanical and biological filtering...." Read more

"EHEIM can't be beat. This is a great filter. It is TOTALLY silent. I have it right next to my bed...." Read more

"...I think this is a really underrated filter in the hobby. People complain about cleaning it because of the lack of media trays...." Read more

10 customers mention10 positive0 negative

Customers find the water pump easy to clean. They mention that the disconnect valves make for easy removal for cleaning, and the lid is easy to remove for routine cleaning.

"...Reliable as a hammer. Clean, simple, easy to service design. As smooth and quiet and German-(over)engineered as a BMW...." Read more

"...The disconnect valves make for easy removal for cleaning, and the pump has an extraordinarily long lifetime...." Read more

"...First, the Fluval is easier to clean. You can pop out the cartridges even when the filter is running...." Read more

"..."basket media" types by putting the media in bags - easy to clean - cheaper to purchase up front...." Read more

7 customers mention5 positive2 negative

Customers like the flow of the water pump. They mention that it has a very strong flow, excellent water flow, and makes circulation throughout the whole tank.

"...Great flow, silent, easy set-up. The usual annoyances priming it, but once you get the hang of priming Eheim canister filters, it's a cinch...." Read more

"...UV, Co2 reactor, and heater - even with all of that, the flow is still very strong. The unit is virtually silent, and it's built like a tank...." Read more

"...Then it began. Water slowly pouring out of the motor housing that wouldn't stop due to the pressure in the canister...." Read more

"...Plus it makes circulation throughout the whole tank...." Read more

6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the clarity of the water produced by the water pump. They mention that the water just kept getting clearer and clearer within a week. Customers are also impresseded with the pump's ability to filter well and keep the water clear.

"...two of these on my 90 gallon African Cichlid tank, and they keep the water crystal clear...." Read more

"...a significant improvement within a week and the water just kept getting clearer and clearer...." Read more

"...I installed this eheim 2217 at 3pm and by 6pm it was completely crystal clear no green! I was so amazed! My aquarium has never looked so clear!..." Read more

"...45 gallon aquarium with 2 fancy goldfish; it filters well and keeps the water clear...." Read more

5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the water pump. They mention that it is absolutely top notch, classic, and always good stuff.

"...filter has been around for a long time and in my opinion is the best of the best. You will not be disappointed should you buy this filter." Read more

"This product is absolutely top notch! I recommend this to anyone who wants a beautiful looking fish tank." Read more

"Classic is for the best...." Read more

"Classic!..." Read more

12 customers mention7 positive5 negative

Customers are mixed about the ease of setup. Some mention that it works as it should, has a simple, elegant, flexible design, and is easy to service. However, others say that priming is a pain, the set up is confusing, and the directions are not as concise as they would like.

"...Great flow, silent, easy set-up. The usual annoyances priming it, but once you get the hang of priming Eheim canister filters, it's a cinch...." Read more

"...It is TOTALLY silent. I have it right next to my bed. The set up is a bit confusing but there are videos on line that help...." Read more

"...I even replaced all of the ugly green tubes recently. However, no priming was needed...." Read more

"...Just set this filter up. The directions are not as concise as I would like but Eheim is a fantastic product...." Read more

Old Reliable!
5 Stars
Old Reliable!
Added this filter to a 55 gallon planted tetra & catfish tank which had a 2215 that just wasn't quite up to the job alone - my tank is on the muddy side. That filter now has Torf peat pellets and coarse sponge in it, and this new, larger one is the primary filter.Great flow, silent, easy set-up. The usual annoyances priming it, but once you get the hang of priming Eheim canister filters, it's a cinch. Awesome diversity of filter media available or make your own. Rock-solid connectors and such, not a leak to be found if you assemble everything properly. Never had one of these leak in many years (knock wood). Eheim media can sometimes be hard to find for unusual stuff like peat, but there's always someone online who stocks it.The German big green can is the original canister filter, practically unchanged since it was designed in the 60s. Works perfectly. Ideal for planted tanks as it has a somewhat lower flow rate than many similar units, but more than enough (augmented with a Cobalt Aquatics powerhead in my "river" tank just for current and an extra sponge filter). Media flexibility can't be beat. Not the cheapest on the market, but kind of the all time champ and will just pretty much run forever. My 10 year old 2215 has been rather abused (like not cleaning it for a year but it was still working) and still works like new. Could probably use a new impeller by now...Love Eheim Classic canisters and will continue to use them on any new big tank I build. I highly recommend adding one of those nice big pre-filter units Eheim sells to the intake. I have one on all 3 intakes in my tank. Adds super mechanical filtration and will keep the main filter media looking practically clean for MONTHS.Reliable as a hammer. Clean, simple, easy to service design. As smooth and quiet and German-(over)engineered as a BMW. Indestructible as far as I've tested over a decade with another one of these. Media a bit spendy but lasts. I mean, you really don't need to replace the blue pads or mechanical ceramic as often as suggested. Just rinse 'em out good in a pail of tank water when doing a change. They last for years if treated kindly, only the white polishing pads and carbon if you use it (I don't), and occasionally the Substrat need to be replaced as scheduled in my experience... I change the blue pads and Mech every couple years or so for the heck of it. They still look new...There are a lot of canister filters out there, each with its pros and cons. If you're starting out or have been frustrated with other models, get one of these. It's like learning to play the guitar with a Martin acoustic. Whatever else you end up using, you can now compare it to the old gold standard.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2019
Added this filter to a 55 gallon planted tetra & catfish tank which had a 2215 that just wasn't quite up to the job alone - my tank is on the muddy side. That filter now has Torf peat pellets and coarse sponge in it, and this new, larger one is the primary filter.

Great flow, silent, easy set-up. The usual annoyances priming it, but once you get the hang of priming Eheim canister filters, it's a cinch. Awesome diversity of filter media available or make your own. Rock-solid connectors and such, not a leak to be found if you assemble everything properly. Never had one of these leak in many years (knock wood). Eheim media can sometimes be hard to find for unusual stuff like peat, but there's always someone online who stocks it.

The German big green can is the original canister filter, practically unchanged since it was designed in the 60s. Works perfectly. Ideal for planted tanks as it has a somewhat lower flow rate than many similar units, but more than enough (augmented with a Cobalt Aquatics powerhead in my "river" tank just for current and an extra sponge filter). Media flexibility can't be beat. Not the cheapest on the market, but kind of the all time champ and will just pretty much run forever. My 10 year old 2215 has been rather abused (like not cleaning it for a year but it was still working) and still works like new. Could probably use a new impeller by now...

Love Eheim Classic canisters and will continue to use them on any new big tank I build. I highly recommend adding one of those nice big pre-filter units Eheim sells to the intake. I have one on all 3 intakes in my tank. Adds super mechanical filtration and will keep the main filter media looking practically clean for MONTHS.

Reliable as a hammer. Clean, simple, easy to service design. As smooth and quiet and German-(over)engineered as a BMW. Indestructible as far as I've tested over a decade with another one of these. Media a bit spendy but lasts. I mean, you really don't need to replace the blue pads or mechanical ceramic as often as suggested. Just rinse 'em out good in a pail of tank water when doing a change. They last for years if treated kindly, only the white polishing pads and carbon if you use it (I don't), and occasionally the Substrat need to be replaced as scheduled in my experience... I change the blue pads and Mech every couple years or so for the heck of it. They still look new...

There are a lot of canister filters out there, each with its pros and cons. If you're starting out or have been frustrated with other models, get one of these. It's like learning to play the guitar with a Martin acoustic. Whatever else you end up using, you can now compare it to the old gold standard.
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