--- product_id: 48126667 title: "EF Booster" price: "€ 44.88" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/48126667-ef-booster store_origin: PT region: Portugal --- # 1.2L capacity Tap shut-off outlets 3-stage filtration foam EF Booster **Price:** € 44.88 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 💧 Elevate your aquarium’s clarity with the ultimate filter booster! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** EF Booster - **How much does it cost?** € 44.88 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/48126667-ef-booster) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Effortless Maintenance:** Dual tap shut-offs make cleaning a breeze without water mess - • **Long-Term Water Quality:** Proven to reduce ammonia and nitrates, perfect for demanding aquatic environments - • **Universal Compatibility:** Fits 14-16mm hoses and works with multiple filter brands - • **Triple-Stage Foam Defense:** Fine, medium, and coarse foams trap all debris sizes effortlessly - • **Boost Your Filtration Power:** Seamlessly enhances existing external filters for crystal-clear water ## Overview The AllPondSolutions 1.2L EF External Filter Booster Canister is a compact, 3-stage filtration add-on designed to amplify your existing external filter’s efficiency. Compatible with 14-16mm hoses and multiple brands, it features a 1.2L capacity and convenient tap shut-offs for easy maintenance. Trusted by aquarists for reducing harmful toxins and simplifying cleaning, it’s a smart upgrade for pristine aquatic environments. ## Description Free delivery and returns on eligible orders. Buy AllPondSolutions 1.2L EF External Filter Booster Canister EF-BOOSTER at desertcart UK. Review: Excellent price for a great bit of kit - Really pleased with this purchase. Used to have an Eheim professional + (can’t remember the model number) but it was a nightmare to clean and then prime (it hadn’t a built in pump). I got this and a small water-feature pump and it’s is a thousand times better. It’s a doddle to clean, and it actually does a fantastic job in its own right of removing solids. I have a lot of plants in my aquarium so they do the biological stuff that is missing from this - but if you use a bio-filter then this would be an excellent choice for a pre-filter as it is so easy to clean. As other people have said, there are a few niggles with it, like the clips come off when you clean it, the inlet position is inline with one of these clips which is awkward, and getting he lid off with wet hands and nothing firm to grip on is difficult, but for the price I can happily live with all of these minor niggles. If I build out my aquarium I will definitely use more of these filters. Review: Cheap, effective and obvious results. - So now I have two of these and theyre just a huge time saver and incredibly effective I have one attached to a aps 2000ef one to a 1000ef. The idea is actually brilliant, i dreaded cleaning out my canisters usually once every 2 months but it's been 8 months and my canister is still clean removing all hassle from tank maintenance. The two taps on the booster make maintenance really easy and it traps all heavy muck leaving my expensive filter media with clean water for super effective filtration I have noticed a drop in ammonia and nitrates since using these in 2 heavily sticked goldfish tanks the ultimate filter test is goldfish! They are quite fiddly to attach hoses too takes around 20 minutes and a sharp knife but the time saved long term and the obvious benefits in filtration and water quality far outweigh the set up time. Highly recommended brilliant idea and an excellent product. ## Features - Increase your external filtration capability by adding our supplemental EF Filter Booster to your existing set-up! - Designed for use with All Pond Solutions 1000L/H and 1400L/H EF/EF+ external filter models, the All Pond Solutions Filter Booster is also compatible with other branded filters and will fit 14-16mm size hose. - Each booster has a handy 1.2 litre capacity and is fitted with 3-stage filtration fine, medium and coarse foams. - Each outlet has a tap shut-off for easy maintenance. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00B00UUJK | | Batteries Included | No | | Batteries required | No | | Best Sellers Rank | 46,153 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) 709 in Aquarium Filter Accessories | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (776) | | Date First Available | 11 Jan. 2013 | | Item Weight | 540 g | | Item model number | EF-BOOSTER | | Number of Items | 1 | | Pet Type | Fish and Aquatic | | Product Dimensions | 14 x 14 x 25.5 cm; 540 g | | Quantity | 1 | | Size | 1 Count (Pack of 1) | | Wattage | 1 watts | ## Images ![EF Booster - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51ynMyUaDFL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: is it possible to put TWO of these onto an external filter at the same time?** A: just use one of these and turn your main filter in to lava rock with a polishing pab in the top basket with some carbon and it should be ALL the filtration you need. you should not need more then one of these things as the foam dose all the hard work. If you want extra get a Fluval Edge Pre-Filter Sponge (or one similar with only one hole) and stick it on the intake pipe. **Q: Want to use this one as a pre-filter for mech. filtration before ef 1000-aps.is it easy to connect them?pipes? all the help is welcome, please.:)** A: It is very easy, just use the green tubing you get with the ef 1000. Videos are also on YouTube **Q: Do the taps have a quick disconnect? Eg turn the tap off to stop flow then disconnect from the unit or do you have to remove the pipe from the tap** A: The taps have threaded connection and you don't need to remove the pipe when cleaning is reqiured. Please bear in mind that the unit has ony one tap for each pipe and the water inside the canister will flow when the taps are disconnected. **Q: Does it come with hose to connect to my 1400EF+ ?** A: Information given by a customer saying u need a 16-18mm hose is incorrect I bought this size and does not fit connectors, even placing in hot water first do not make the same mistake.. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent price for a great bit of kit *by M***. on 24 October 2019* Really pleased with this purchase. Used to have an Eheim professional + (can’t remember the model number) but it was a nightmare to clean and then prime (it hadn’t a built in pump). I got this and a small water-feature pump and it’s is a thousand times better. It’s a doddle to clean, and it actually does a fantastic job in its own right of removing solids. I have a lot of plants in my aquarium so they do the biological stuff that is missing from this - but if you use a bio-filter then this would be an excellent choice for a pre-filter as it is so easy to clean. As other people have said, there are a few niggles with it, like the clips come off when you clean it, the inlet position is inline with one of these clips which is awkward, and getting he lid off with wet hands and nothing firm to grip on is difficult, but for the price I can happily live with all of these minor niggles. If I build out my aquarium I will definitely use more of these filters. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cheap, effective and obvious results. *by P***Y on 23 October 2018* So now I have two of these and theyre just a huge time saver and incredibly effective I have one attached to a aps 2000ef one to a 1000ef. The idea is actually brilliant, i dreaded cleaning out my canisters usually once every 2 months but it's been 8 months and my canister is still clean removing all hassle from tank maintenance. The two taps on the booster make maintenance really easy and it traps all heavy muck leaving my expensive filter media with clean water for super effective filtration I have noticed a drop in ammonia and nitrates since using these in 2 heavily sticked goldfish tanks the ultimate filter test is goldfish! They are quite fiddly to attach hoses too takes around 20 minutes and a sharp knife but the time saved long term and the obvious benefits in filtration and water quality far outweigh the set up time. Highly recommended brilliant idea and an excellent product. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent mechanical filtration device. *by M***K on 17 September 2018* I have been running this for a few months now so thought I'd give a quick review. I have this as a pre filter for my JBL Cristiprofile E1501, which I have packed with biological media. This runs alongside my Fluval FX4 on a 450litre planted tank. As with most of APS items I was expecting a relatively cheap product (you get what you pay for right?) But much to my surprise this is quite well made. It comes with three different sponges, ranging from course to fine, with the water flowing from bottom to top I start with a course through to fine to polish the water off before it enters the canister filter. It is not see through like the image suggests, which is fine, I just disconnect weekly and give it a good clean with a tap, as it's only acting as a dirt remover I'm not fussed on affects on bacteria. It does the job at removing grime from the water, without any significant loss in flow when using a relatively powerful filter. It is easy to disconnect and clean regularly and I'm happy with the sponges provided. In summary, for the price it's a great way to negate the need to keep cleaning your canister filter and enabling you to use that solely for biological filtration, leaving this to do all your mechanical beforehand. 2020 update: So, still going, although affectively just a box with filter sponges! Only criticism is that the clips holding the lid on are particularly brittle, I've managed to snap 3/4 clips and have now resorted to cable ties. Bizarrely it's £10 for just 1 clip on the APS website! Yes, 1 clip is a tenner! The unit only costs £20! Just for that I've knocked a star off. Anyway, works well and as expected, you will need to clean once every week or two depending on your stocking levels. ## Frequently Bought Together - All Pond Solutions EF External Filter Booster Supplimentary Canister, 1.2 Litre - allpondsolutions 1000EF Aquarium External Fish Tank Water Filter for Coldwater, Tropical or Marine Aquariums, for Tanks Up to 400 Litres – Includes Filter Media, hose and Spray Bar - Full Kit. - Replacement Foams fits All Pond Solutions 1000EF+ Aquarium External Fish Tank Filter --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pt/products/48126667-ef-booster](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/48126667-ef-booster) --- *Product available on Desertcart Portugal* *Store origin: PT* *Last updated: 2026-09-09*