water conditioners

[yellow]

im currently doing some research and would just like to know whos using either of the above and the reasons behind why your using it as opposed to the other.if your using another form of conditioner id welcome your remarks on that as well

thanks jason

[electricyellowz]

I personally use prime over other conditioners because you add less of it to your tap water. Isnt safe pretty much the same as prime but just in powder?

[stonedragon]

im currently doing some research and would just like to know whos using either of the above and the reasons behind why your using it as opposed to the other.if your using another form of conditioner id welcome your remarks on that as well

thanks jason

I use prime for my water changes.

the reason i chose prime was it is the market leader and not a big difference in price when you work out cents per water change.

thanks peter

[petshopdude]

i use bio-tec water conditioner does the smae as prime 1ml to 38L and cheap as well

[Josh]

I use safe, just because I could get it in the powder form and have never really used anything else

Prime and safe are basically the same thing, but you cant store safe mixed in water anymore for long periods because Prime has something added to keep it 'fresh'.

Josh

[D6C1]

I use prime for many years now. A 500ml bottle lasts for ages, and its never failed me.

[chorrylan]

I used to use prime,

then used safe for some time

but recently purchased prime (actually pond prime which is exactly the same as prime product but with different instructions as it's targetted at pond usage)

I find it easier to use in liquid form than powder and seachem recommend against making up a batch of safe into liquid form and keeping it around so prime suits me better.

I prefer safe/prime to the other options I've tried because... ummmm ...errrr... 'cos I just plain feel slightly warmer, fuzzier and safer using it :-), particularly for bagging fish. You use such small quantities that saving a few cents on a cheaper alternative just doesn't "feel" compelling.

[Cuong]

Safe starts to smell after a while as it slowly absorbs moisture, especially if you buy a 1-2kg container that you won't use up too quickly.

[sandy001]

I have heard that Prime is alot Safer for L no's

Safe can be harmful if overdosed.

[CThompson]

How many times has this topic come up over the years?

Safe is the active ingredient in Prime. Prime is a better product that Safe as it has added to it such things as slime coat replacement.

If you are treating your fish properly Safe is all that is needed. The smell, though off, does in no way effect the efficiency of the product.

Safe is cheaper to use.

Prime is regarded as the best water conditioner on the market, which I use to add to fish bags when transporting but have used Safe in my water change containers for years.

[electricyellowz]

I use prime for many years now. A 500ml bottle lasts for ages, and its never failed me.

Yeah until you forget to put the lid back on and knock it over while doing a waterchange.

[easy does it]

I'm for prime, mostly cause I was always worried about getting the safe wet. Plus I'd end up with powdery crust around the place, that I don't like.

[Bit Racer]

I used to use prime, but now use the aqua star product sold by age of aquariums.

[chorrylan]

of course safe also has the distinct advantage of helping to ensure I don't fall asleep on those long drives back to canberra after nswcs meetings. Driving along with a kilo bag of white powder stashed in the glove box tends to keep you on your toes and attentive as you wave cheerily at the traffic cops.

Just the thing if you're trying to cut down on coffee

[mr troph]

Never used either. I also use Aqua Star from AOA.

Todd

[limegirl]

I use sera koi ... just always have ...

[Cory Fan]

i use aqua star (from AOA) and hypo (bought from oversea)

Cheers

[Dreamwater]

Another prime user here...it works, its easy, and it's user and fish friendly

[Colfish]

i use bio-tec water conditioner does the smae as prime 1ml to 38L and cheap as well

Prime, 5ml treats 200 ltrs,

was an aquarium pharmacutical fan, untill the lfs stopped stocking the 500ml bottle.

then went to safe,[shared in bulk purchase] but now i buy Prime in 2ltr size

i'm not fussed about the 'added' slime coat. if you keep the water good, the fish don't need the added

slime coat. maybe it's just a brand thing. but i trust the 'brand'

[Colfish]

double post------ sorry

[Guest Yogie]

i use prime just because its quick and easy to use, just pour it in