Are you considering setting up an aquarium but the potential cost of an electricity bill discourages you? Or do you already have an aquarium tank, but due to the energy crisis are thinking about abandoning your hobby?
High electricity prices are a huge problem for household budgets. The essential equipment in an aquarium - such as the filter, lighting and heater - is powered by electricity. It is not surprising then that aquarium enthusiasts have started to look more closely at the bills.
However, is it necessary to give up a beloved hobby these days?
We’ve looked into it out and have some good news. Despite high electricity prices, owning an aquarium is still cheap. For example, the monthly cost of the electricity needed to maintain a medium-sized tank is less than the price of a cup of coffee in a café.
We encourage you to familiarise yourself with the electricity cost calculations for selected aquaria from the Aquael range below. The following parameters were taken into account:
FIXED:
- rate per kWh, i.e. £ 0.42 - this is the average price of electricity in Poland for individual consumers, calculated on the basis of current prices per kWh offered by the largest operators
- the optimal operating time of the necessary equipment (per day), comprising the aquarium equipment: filter (24/24h), lighting (8/24h) and heater (2/24h)
- calculation period - month
VARIABLE:
- aquarium capacity
- equipment power
Energy consumption is calculated by multiplying the power of a given appliance by the operating time expressed in hours and the number of days in a month. The total is multiplied by the rate per kWh, i.e. £ 0.42.
*When comparing the cost of energy to the price of coffee, we are referring to the average price of an caffé latte in a popular coffee shop chain, which is £ 3.95 a cup.
Are you considering setting up an aquarium but the potential cost of an electricity bill discourages you? Or do you already have an aquarium tank, but due to the energy crisis are thinking about abandoning your hobby?
High electricity prices are a huge problem for household budgets. The essential equipment in an aquarium - such as the filter, lighting and heater - is powered by electricity. It is not surprising then that aquarium enthusiasts have started to look more closely at the bills.
However, is it necessary to give up a beloved hobby these days?
We’ve looked into it out and have some good news. Despite high electricity prices, owning an aquarium is still cheap. For example, the monthly cost of the electricity needed to maintain a medium-sized tank is less than the price of a cup of coffee in a café.
We encourage you to familiarise yourself with the electricity cost calculations for selected aquaria from the Aquael range below. The following parameters were taken into account:
FIXED:
- rate per kWh, i.e. £ 0.42 - this is the average price of electricity in Poland for individual consumers, calculated on the basis of current prices per kWh offered by the largest operators
- the optimal operating time of the necessary equipment (per day), comprising the aquarium equipment: filter (24/24h), lighting (8/24h) and heater (2/24h)
- calculation period - month
VARIABLE:
- aquarium capacity
- equipment power
Energy consumption is calculated by multiplying the power of a given appliance by the operating time expressed in hours and the number of days in a month. The total is multiplied by the rate per kWh, i.e. £ 0.42.
*When comparing the cost of energy to the price of coffee, we are referring to the average price of an caffé latte in a popular coffee shop chain, which is £ 3.95 a cup.
FISH & SHRIMP SET DUO
The Shrimp Set Day & Night is a complete aquarium set that provides ideal conditions for plants, shrimps and small fish.
Set elements included in the calculation:
- Turbo Mini or Versamax filter depending on the size of the tank, the filter power ranges from 4.4 W to 9.8 W
- FIX automatic heater the power of the heater is 50 W
- Leddy Smart D&N lighting depending on the size of the tank, lighting power ranges from 4.8 W to 10 W
cost of electricity consumption at a rate of £ 0.42 per kWh
| Shrimp set smart D&N 10 BLACK/WHITE | £ 3.12 |
| Shrimp set smart D&N 20 BLACK/WHITE | £ 3.12 |
| Shrimp set smart D&N 30 BLACK/WHITE | £ 3.12 |
| FISH&SHRIMP SET DUO 35 D&N WHITE | £ 5.30 |
| FISH&SHRIMP SET DUO 35 D&N BLACK | £ 4.51 |
FISH & SHRIMP SETDUO
The Shrimp Set Day & Night is a complete aquarium set that provides ideal conditions for plants, shrimps and small fish.
Set elements included in the calculation:
- Turbo Mini or Versamax filter depending on the size of the tank, the filter power ranges from 4.4 W to 9.8 W
- FIX automatic heater the power of the heater is 50 W
- Leddy Smart D&N lighting depending on the size of the tank, lighting power ranges from 4.8 W to 10 W
OF MAINTENANCE
cost of electricity consumption at a rate of £ 0.42 per kWh
| SHRIMP SET SMART D&N 10 BLACK/WHITE | £ 3.12 |
| SHRIMP SET SMART D&N 20 BLACK/WHITE | £ 3.12 |
| SHRIMP SET SMART D&N 30 BLACK/WHITE | £ 3.12 |
| FISH&SHRIMP SET DUO 35 D&N WHITE | £ 5.30 |
| FISH&SHRIMP SET DUO 35 D&N BLACK | £ 4.51 |
The OptiBent Set is a complete well-equipped and designer aquarium set.
Set elements included in the calculation:
- Fan Mini or Fan 1 filter depending on the size of the tank, the filter power ranges from 4.2 W to 4.7 W
- Electronic Ultra Heater depending on the size of the tank, the heater power ranges from 50 W to 75 W
- Leddy Slim Duo Sunny&Plant D&N lighting depending on the size of the tank, lighting power ranges from 10 W to 16 W
cost of electricity consumption at a rate of £ 0.42 per kWh
| OPTIBENT SET 20 BLACK/WHITE | £ 2.95 |
| OPTIBENT SET 30 BLACK/WHITE | £ 2.95 |
| OPTIBENT SET 70 BLACK/WHITE | £ 4.99 |
The OptiBent Set is a complete well-equipped and designer aquarium set.
Set elements included in the calculation:
- Fan Mini or Fan 1 filter depending on the size of the tank, the filter power ranges from 4.2 W to 4.7 W
- Electronic Ultra Heater depending on the size of the tank, the heater power ranges from 50 W to 75 W
- Leddy Slim Duo Sunny&Plant D&N lighting depending on the size of the tank, lighting power ranges from 10 W to 16 W
OF MAINTENANCE
cost of electricity consumption at a rate of £ 0.42 per kWh
| OPTIBENT SET 20 BLACK/WHITE | £ 2.95 |
| OPTIBENT SET 30 BLACK/WHITE | £ 2.95 |
| OPTIBENT SET 70 BLACK/WHITE | £ 4.99 |
The Opti Set aquarium set blurs the boundaries between you and the underwater world. It is impressive with its extraordinary transparency and perfect workmanship.
Set elements included in the calculation:
- Ultramax 1000 or 1500 filter* depending on the size of the tank, the filter power ranges from 15 W to 16 W
- Platinium electronic heater* depending on the size of the tank, the heater power ranges from 100 W to 250 W
- Leddy Tube D&N lighting depending on the size of the tank, lighting power ranges from 28 W to 34 W
*The recommended Ultramax filter and Platinium heater are not part of the set, but are included in the calculation
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cost of electricity consumption at a rate of £ 0.42 per kWh
| OPTI SET 125 BLACK/WHITE | £ 10.02 |
| OPTI SET 200 BLACK/WHITE | £ 12.57 |
| OPTI SET 240 BLACK/WHITE | £ 14.77 |
The Opti Set aquarium set blurs the boundaries between you and the underwater world. It is impressive with its extraordinary transparency and perfect workmanship.
Set elements included in the calculation:
- Ultramax 1000 or 1500 filter* depending on the size of the tank, the filter power ranges from 15 W to 16 W
- Platinium electronic heater* depending on the size of the tank, the heater power ranges from 100 W to 250 W
- Leddy Tube D&N lighting wdepending on the size of the tank, lighting power ranges from 28 W to 34 W
*The recommended Ultramax filter and Platinium heater are not part of the set, but are included in the calculation
OF MAINTENANCE
cost of electricity consumption at a rate of £ 0.42 per kWh
| OPTI SET 125 BLACK/WHITE | £ 10.02 |
| OPTI SET 200 BLACK/WHITE | £ 12.57 |
| OPTI SET 240 BLACK/WHITE | £ 14.77 |
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A set created with enthusiasts in mind. Designed in collaboration with Michał Adamek, European Aquascaping Champion, it is the official tank of the European Aquascaping Championship. The ideal proportions of the UltraScape Set tanks allow you to create all kinds of arrangements, both experimental and the classic ones.
Set elements included in the calculation:
- Ultramax 1000 or 2000 filter* depending on the size of the tank, the filter power ranges from 15 W to 24 W
- Platinium electronic heater* depending on the size of the tank, the heater power ranges from 75 W to 300 W
- Leddy Tube D&N lighting depending on the size of the tank, lighting power ranges from 36 W to 56 W
*The recommended Ultramax filter and Platinium heater are not part of the set, but are included in the calculation
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cost of electricity consumption at a rate of £ 0.42 per kWh
| ULTRASCAPE 60 FOREST/SNOW SET | £ 9.58 |
| ULTRASCAPE 90 FOREST/SNOW SET | £ 20.75 |
A set created with enthusiasts in mind. Designed in collaboration with Michał Adamek, European Aquascaping Champion, it is the official tank of the European Aquascaping Championship. The ideal proportions of the UltraScape Set tanks allow you to create all kinds of arrangements, both experimental and the classic ones.
Set elements included in the calculation:
- Ultramax 1000 or 2000 filter* depending on the size of the tank, the filter power ranges from 15 W to 24 W
- Platinium electronic heater* depending on the size of the tank, the heater power ranges from 75 W to 300 W
- Leddy Tube D&N lighting depending on the size of the tank, lighting power ranges from 36 W to 56 W
*The recommended Ultramax filter and Platinium heater are not part of the set, but are included in the calculation
OF MAINTENANCE
cost of electricity consumption at a rate of £ 0.42 per kWh
| ULTRASCAPE 60 FOREST/SNOW SET | £ 9.58 |
| ULTRASCAPE 90 FOREST/SNOW SET | £ 20.75 |
LEDDY XL DAY & NIGHT
New edition of aquarium sets with day & night lighting. It is ideal as an easy-care decorative aquarium, also for beginner aquarists.
Set elements included in the calculation:
- Leddy Tube D&N lighting depending on the size of the tank, lighting power ranges from 7 W to 14 W
- ASAP 300 or 500 filter adapted to the tank capacity depending on the size of the tank, the filter power ranges from 4.2 W to 5 W
- FIX automatic heater depending on the size of the tank, the heater power ranges from 50 W to 100 W
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cost of electricity consumption at a rate of £ 0.42 per kWh
| LEDDY D&N 40 BLACK/WHITE | £ 3.28 |
| LEDDY D&N 60 BLACK/WHITE | £ 3.28 |
| LEDDY D&N 75 BLACK/WHITE | £ 5.27 |
| LEDDY D&N 40 XL BLACK | £ 3.28 |
| LEDDY D&N 60 XL BLACK | £ 5.11 |
LEDDY XL Day & Night
New edition of aquarium sets with day & night lighting. It is ideal as an easy-care decorative aquarium, also for beginner aquarists.
Set elements included in the calculation:
- Leddy Tube D&N lighting depending on the size of the tank, lighting power ranges from 7 W to 14 W
- ASAP 300 or 500 filter adapted to the tank capacity depending on the size of the tank, the filter power ranges from 4.2 W to 5 W
- FIX automatic heater depending on the size of the tank, the heater power ranges from 50 W to 100 W
OF MAINTENANCE
cost of electricity consumption at a rate of £ 0.42 per kWh
| LEDDY D&N 40 BLACK/WHITE | £ 3.28 |
| LEDDY D&N 60 BLACK/WHITE | £ 3.28 |
| LEDDY D&N 75 BLACK/WHITE | £ 5.27 |
| LEDDY D&N 40 XL BLACK | £ 3.28 |
| LEDDY D&N 60 XL BLACK | £ 5.11 |
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The Leddy Mini set is designed for beginner aquarists, especially children. Durable FLOAT glass and a bottom protection frame for safe use.
Set elements included in the calculation:
- Turbo mini filter power is 4.4 W
- D&N Leddy Tube lighting, lighting power: 3 W*
- FIX 2 automatic heater power is 25 W*
*The recommended Leddy Tube D&N light and FIX 2 heater are not part of the kit but are included in the calculation
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cost of electricity consumption at a rate of £ 0.42 per kWh
| LEDDY MINI 30 BLACK/WHITE | £ 2.29 |
| LEDDY MINI 35 BLACK/WHITE | £ 2.29 |
The Leddy Mini set is designed for beginner aquarists, especially children. Durable FLOAT glass and a bottom protection frame for safe use.
Set elements included in the calculation:
- Turbo mini filter power is 4.4 W
- D&N Leddy Tube lighting, lighting power: 3 W*
- FIX 2 automatic heater power is 25 W*
*The recommended Leddy Tube D&N light and FIX 2 heater are not part of the kit but are included in the calculation
OF MAINTENANCE
cost of electricity consumption at a rate of £ 0.42 per kWh
| LEDDY MINI 30 BLACK/WHITE | £ 2.29 |
| LEDDY MINI 35 BLACK/WHITE | £ 2.29 |
ULTRA GLOSSY sets are ideal for setting up planted, natural, biotope, and traditional community aquariums.
Set elements included in the calculation:
- Ultramax 1000, 1500 or 2000 filter* depending on the size of the tank, the filter power ranges from 15 W to 24 W
- Platinium electronic heater* depending on the size of the tank, the heater power ranges from 100 W to 300 W
- Leddy Tube D&N lighting depending on the size of the tank, lighting power ranges from 20 W to 51 W
*The recommended Ultramax filter and Platinium heater are not part of the set, but are included in the calculation
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cost of electricity consumption at a rate of £ 0.42 per kWh
| GLOSSY 80 D&N WHITE/BLACK | £ 10.02 |
| GLOSSY 100 D&N WHITE/BLACK | £ 12.57 |
| GLOSSY 120 D&N WHITE/BLACK | £ 16.51 |
| GLOSSY 150 D&N WHITE/BLACK | £ 20.24 |
| GLOSSY CUBE D&N BLACK | £ 10.48 |
ULTRA GLOSSY sets are ideal for setting up planted, natural, biotope, and traditional community aquariums.
Set elements included in the calculation:
- Ultramax 1000, 1500 or 2000 filter* depending on the size of the tank, the filter power ranges from 15 W to 24 W
- Platinium electronic heater* depending on the size of the tank, the heater power ranges from 100 W to 300 W
- Leddy Tube D&N lighting depending on the size of the tank, lighting power ranges from 20 W to 51 W
*The recommended Ultramax filter and Platinium heater are not part of the set, but are included in the calculation
OF MAINTENANCE
cost of electricity consumption at a rate of £ 0.42 per kWh
| GLOSSY 80 D&N WHITE/BLACK | £ 10.02 |
| GLOSSY 100 D&N WHITE/BLACK | £ 12.57 |
| GLOSSY 120 D&N WHITE/BLACK | £ 16.51 |
| GLOSSY 150 D&N WHITE/BLACK | £ 20.24 |
| GLOSSY CUBE D&N BLACK | £ 10.48 |
A line of extensively equipped, complete aquarium sets from 40 to 100 cm in length. Classic, fully equipped aquarium sets available in both straight and oval front glass versions.
Set elements included in the calculation:
- Fan Mini, Fan 1 or Fan 3 filter depending on the size of the tank, the filter power ranges from 7 W to 28 W
- Platinium electronic heater depending on the size of the tank, the heater power ranges from 50 W to 150 W
- Leddy Tube D&N lighting depending on the size of the tank, lighting power ranges from 7 W to 28 W
cost of electricity consumption at a rate of £ 0.42 per kWh
| AQUA4FAMILY 80/O, P D&N | £ 5.58 |
| AQUA4HOME 100/P D&N | £ 10.37 |
| AQUA4KIDS 40/O, P D&N | £ 3.28 |
| AQUA4START 60/O, P D&N | £ 3.74 |
A line of extensively equipped, complete aquarium sets from 40 to 100 cm in length. Classic, fully equipped aquarium sets available in both straight and oval front glass versions.
Set elements included in the calculation:
- Fan Mini, Fan 1 or Fan 3 filter depending on the size of the tank, the filter power ranges from 7 W to 28 W
- Platinium electronic heater depending on the size of the tank, the heater power ranges from 50 W to 150 W
- Leddy Tube D&N lighting depending on the size of the tank, lighting power ranges from 7 W to 28 W
OF MAINTENANCE
cost of electricity consumption at a rate of £ 0.42 per kWh
| AQUA4FAMILY 80/O, P D&N | £ 5.58 |
| AQUA4HOME 100/P D&N | £ 10.37 |
| AQUA4KIDS 40/O, P D&N | £ 3.28 |
| AQUA4START 60/O, P D&N | £ 3.74 |
The original HEXA tanks are a versatile decoration for any room: from the elegant living room to the hall, the study, the office or the children's room.
Set elements included in the calculation:
- Circulator the pump power is 4.4 W
- Platinium electronic heater the heater power is 50 W
- Leddy Tube lighting the lighting power is 4.8 W
cost of electricity consumption at a rate of £ 0.42 per kWh
| HEXA SET BLACK 60 2.0 | £ 3.12 |
The original HEXA tanks are a versatile decoration for any room: from the elegant living room to the hall, the study, the office or the children's room.
Set elements included in the calculation:
- Circulator the pump power is 4.4 W
- Platinium electronic heater the heater power is 50 W
- Leddy Tube lighting the lighting power is 4.8 W
OF MAINTENANCE
cost of electricity consumption at a rate of £ 0.42 per kWh
| HEXA SET BLACK 60 2.0 | £ 3.12 |