Biological Filter Media For A Xp2

[piscadero]

Fluval Ceramic Pre-Filter Media
Fluval BioMax Filter Media
Rena FilStar Bio-Chem Stars
FilStar Ceramic Rings

I just purchased a Rena XP2 canister filter for my 40 gallon freshwater tank. It comes with all media except biological. Here is my question. Which of the above media listed is suggested by you guys, the experts? The salesperson at my Petsmart was not sure which media was the best. Your help will be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

 

[joecoral]

any biomedia will do, as long as it has sufficient surface area for bacterial growth. most LFS sell pots of generic ceramic rings/noodles which would do the job just as well IMO, it doesnt have to be brand name media

 

[adamgreen240]

id use fluval biomax