Inventory Selection:  

One of the nice things about Fish.com is that whether you are trying to fill up your freshwater or saltwater tank, this site can fill almost all your needs. But the best part of this site is the number of aquariums offered. You can select from over 200 different types and sizes of aquariums. Whether you are a beginning fishologist needing a starter aquarium kit or a seasoned enthusiast looking to expand to a large (over 100 gallon) tank, this site has the tank for you. For instance, the Clear for Life Rectangular Aquarium line has tanks with an up to 500 gallon capacity available. There is also a place for customer reviews for each product including tanks; however, the number of reviews was somewhat disappointing. Perhaps you can be one of the first.

A large assortment of fish care and medication products will ensure your aquarium and its occupants remain healthy. Whether they suffer from Ich, parasites, and/or fungus, this site has medications and treatments for most unhealthy conditions. You can choose from a battery of water chemistry products to keep the water environment at its optimal level while the ample selection of filter media supports that effort. And don’t forget your fish food; a very good supply of various types is ready for feeding time for you aquatic life.

Ease of Use:  

Fish.com categorizes its supplies under seven major tabs on the home page to expedite your search for aquarium supplies as follows: Aquariums, Lighting, Fish Food, Filters, Live Fish, Stands, and Heaters. As a shopper, you’re also able to peruse their offerings by New Products, Top Picks, and Clearance. For the bargain shopper, the Clearance tab displays a nice selection of supplies that are being cleared out. If you have other pets, the site has links to the other pet-related sites operated by PetsUnited to help streamline your shopping adventure.

Payment Options:  

Fish.com only accepts major credit cards. E-gift certificates are redeemable. Orders are tracked by the shippers and the security of one’s information seems adequate through use of the McAfee Secure system that is tested daily. They also offer a “best price guarantee” inducement to the shopper.

Customer Support:  

Telephone customer service is from Monday thru Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET. There is also email support available.

With a URL this easy, Fish.com may be your first stop for online aquarium supplies, but how do other leading online aquarium supply sites compare to Fish.com? Read our reviews of That Fish Place, Drs. Foster and Smith and PETCO for details.