The aquarium with swimming fish that never needs feeding or cleaning
Is this the right fit?
- Best for
- kids who want a fish tank but are not ready for the responsibility, dorm rooms and desks where a real tank is not allowed, and anyone who likes the visual of an aquarium without the maintenance calendar
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- US plug only, and it needs to stay plugged in for the fish to move
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A small tabletop lamp built to look like a lit aquarium, with artificial tropical fish that appear to swim across the tank through a motion mechanism and backlight. There is no water, no filter, no feeding and no cleaning schedule. Plug it in, and the fish move continuously and the tank glows, which makes it work as a night light as well as decor. The scale is desk and nightstand sized rather than furniture sized. It is US plug only. Best fit: kids who want a fish tank but are not ready for the responsibility, dorm rooms and desks where a real tank is not allowed, and anyone who likes the visual of an aquarium without the maintenance calendar.
Pros
- No water, filter, feeding schedule or cleaning routine at all
- Doubles as a night light, so it earns its spot on a nightstand
- Desk-sized rather than furniture-sized, so it fits a dorm or small room
- Safe answer for a kid asking for a fish tank they are not ready to maintain
Cons
- US plug only, and it needs to stay plugged in for the fish to move
Frequently asked questions
Does it use real water?
No. There is no water at all. The fish move on a mechanism behind a backlit panel, which is why there is nothing to clean or filter.
Is it bright enough to use as a night light?
Yes. The tank glow is soft rather than harsh, which is why most people put it on a nightstand or desk.
Does it run on batteries?
No. It is plug-in and US plug only, so it needs to stay connected to an outlet.
Is it noisy?
There is a faint hum from the motion mechanism. Most people do not notice it once they are in bed, but it is not silent.
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