Brio 8 Microscaping Aquarium Kit 2.1 US Gal / 8 L

The Brio 8 is a compact 2.1 US gal (8 L) aquaponic planted nano aquarium kit for desks, countertops and other small spaces. Live plants clean the water through a built-in aquaponic filter, while a gentle waterfall flow and plant-optimised 6800K LED lighting turn it into a living work of art.

What's Included:

• 1 × Glass Aquarium
• 1 × Aquarium Base
• 1 × LED Light
• 1 × Water Inlet Pipe
• 1 × Cover
• 1 × Internal Planting Basket
• 1 × External Planting Basket
• 1 × Pump
• 1 × Removable Filter Drawer
• 1 × Fine Filter Pad
• 1 × Coarse Filter Pad
• Expanded clay substrate
  ⚠️ Heater not included (sold separately).

Size:

• Approx. 28 × 28 × 41 cm
• Approx. 11 × 11 × 16 inches
• Capacity: 8 litres
• Approx. Volume: 2.1 US gallons
• Approx. Volume: 1.76 UK gallons
• Finishes: black or white
• Water type: freshwater (planted)

Best For:

• Planted microscapes and easy-care plants
• Shrimp, snails and small nano fish
• Nature enthusiasts and first-time water feature owners
• Apartments, dorm rooms, desks, countertops and other small spaces

Key Features:

• Capacity: 8 litres (2.1 US gallons)
• Aquaponic filtration: live plants naturally clean the water, creating a balanced and sustainable ecosystem.
• Water flow: a gentle cascade creates a soothing waterfall sound, and the natural water movement provides essential oxygen.
• Lighting: plant-optimised LED gooseneck lamp with an adjustable 6800K light system that mimics natural sunlight from any angle while keeping energy costs low.
• Planting: external planting baskets for vertical gardens, plus an internal planting zone that can be removed to add aquatic space.
• Filtration drawer: a slide-out drawer houses the under-tank reservoir and filtration compartment, with quick-change media pads included.
• Water level monitoring window and a removable cover that reduces evaporation and helps keep livestock safe.
• Heater space: built-in space for a heater (sold separately).
• Warranty: 1-year manufacturing warranty (T&Cs apply).

Compatibility & Limitations:

• Freshwater, planted set-ups only.
• Suited to low-maintenance plants such as Anubias, Bucephalandra, Java moss, Cryptocoryne, Staurogyne, Rotala, lucky bamboo, philodendron, pothos, spider plant, peace lily and various ferns.
• A heater is not included, but the tank has a built-in space for one.
• Decoration is not included beyond the planting baskets and clay substrate.

How to Use:

• Plant the internal and external planting baskets.
• Adjust the gooseneck LED lamp so the light reaches your plants.
• Slide out the filter drawer to reach the reservoir and filtration compartment.

Care:

• Use the water level monitoring window to check the water level.
• Quick-change media pads sit in the slide-out filter drawer for easy access.
• Keep the cover on to reduce water evaporation.

Quick Answers:

• Is it freshwater or saltwater? Freshwater, planted set-ups.
• Does it come with a pump and light? Yes, a pump and a plant-optimised LED lamp are both included.
• Is a heater included? No. A heater is sold separately, and there is space built in for one.
• Do the plants really filter the water? Yes, the aquaponic filter uses live plants to help keep the water clean and clear, alongside the included filter pads.
• Is there a warranty? Yes, a 1-year manufacturing warranty (T&Cs apply).
• What is the difference between this aquarium and the Fluval Kühl? Different Light; everything else is the same.