Snails reviews from Reddit

Summary

We analyzed 161 Reddit reviews across 16 subreddits and 41 posts to rank the best Snails brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/AquaticSnails, r/bettafish, r/Aquariums, r/shrimptank, r/PlantedTank. Top-rated brands include Assassin Snails (3.9/5), Nerite Snail (3.6/5), Nerite Snails (4.3/5).

Stats

Reviews161

Subreddits16

Posts41

Brands49

Products50

Top communities

r/AquaticSnails43 r/bettafish33 r/Aquariums27 r/shrimptank18 r/PlantedTank8

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Assassin Snails

3.9

(13)

"Get a couple assasin snails. Should be cleared up within a couple days"

"Only time I've known assassin snails to eat shrimps is when the shrimp is dead or dying."

"Only thing that worked for me was assassin snails 😅"

"Assassin snails will help control the population. Typically they won’t go after shrimp or fish but if you have individuals on their way out, the assassins may speed up that process."

"I recommend loaches for medium to large tanks but a tank this size would likely do better with one or two assassin snails."

"I recommend assassins for smaller tanks and loaches for a bigger more established tank."

"I ended up getting the assassins and they slowed the down the population tremendously."

"I have assassin snails actually 😂 from my last snail invasion mishap"

"My wife got assassin snails because the ramshorn population got out of control."

"I put in assassin snails and I was thinking of adding micro crayfish next. Snails cannot get away from them but shrimp easily can."

Nerite Snail

3.6

(12)

"I have a nerite snail in mine!! Love him. He cleans up the plants very well, and nerites don't have a large bioload either."

"A nerite snail will keep your tank clean."

"I did have luck with my nerite snail, but be warned they only eat algae."

"Nerite is probably most well known for algae control - that’s essentially all they will eat."

"Good algae eaters, but watch out for their eggs."

"One nerite or mystery snail, Ramshorn snails could work"

"Nerites are cute, too, my favorite being a white millitary helmet."

"Zebra nerites will do a good job on algae."

"My Nerite snails did a great job cleaning up the algae on the tank walls and they never bred."

"My puffers leave Nerites alone."

Nerite Snails

4.3

(9)

"Nerite snails are actually wonderful if you want to control the popu"

"Nerite snails for algae specifically. Nerite snails eat diatom algae off glass and rocks"

"I prefer nerite snails because they can’t reproduce unless they’re in brackish water."

"I’ve kept my ropefish with nerites, mystery snails, and rabbit snails with no issue."

"Everyone rec'ing nerites please be aware that those things can live about a decade in the right conditions"

"Great for controlling algae and entertaining to watch."

"They are active and sometimes come above water level."

"Nerite and Helmet snails don't have long antennae and should come large enough to not be a snack."

"Everyone rec'ing nerites please be aware that those things can live about a decade."

Aquatic Snails

3.9

(9)

"A great variety of snails for maintaining a healthy aquarium."

"Bladder ramshorns and Malaysian trumpet snails are usually free and easy to grow on your own."

"Ramshorn are my favorite. Bladder and pond snails work as well."

"I personally love the way ramshorns look."

"Trumpet snails are also a great option."

"Bladder snails are a good choice for smaller tanks."

"Ensure there is calcium in the water for aquatic snails."

"Mystery snails get huge and are destructive, better to choose smaller snails."

"They will un-wedge plants if not glued."

Blue Mystery Snail

4.9

(7)

"Mystery snails are my favorites."

"I'm seriously more in love with my mysteries than my fish."

"1 little mystery would be a great addition. Love those guys."

"I have a mystery snail and he’s great!"

"So far i’ve liked my blue snail more bc it’s more interesting to look at."

"Mystery snails are great."

"I’ve had great success keeping mystery snails with Bettas."

Ramshorn Snail

4.1

(8)

"Imo they're a great addition to the tank!"

"I’d reccomend some nice ramshorns or pond snails :) i find them to be extremely beneficial."

"Good for cycling the tank and maintaining bacteria levels."

"Ramshorns are great for aquariums, but introducing mysteries requires more maintenance."

"Introducing ramshorn snails can lead to a thriving tank."

"The ramshorns are good."

"Ramshorn snails are great for cleaning old food."

"Ramshorns or bladders won’t hurt, but most effective is adding more plants to outcompete the algae."

Bladder Snail

4.0

(8)

"My puffers love bladder snails."

"Bladder snails are great! They are great cleaners."

"Very small bioload, perfect for my tank."

"Bladder snails can also contribute to a clean tank."

"I would stick with bladder snails."

"Bladder snails contribute positively to the aquarium ecosystem."

"Ramshorns or bladders won’t hurt, but most effective is adding more plants to outcompete the algae."

"I have bladder snails but they do get munched by the goldfish."

Aquatic Life

3.9

(8)

"Ramshorn snails are excellent cleaners and come in nice colors."

"I love trumpet snails with my bettas."

"Ramshorn snails come in various beautiful colors, making them a great addition to any aquarium."

"I have a TON of small pond snails."

"I love the variety of colors in mystery snails, especially the magenta!"

"Nerite snails can lay permanent eggs in the tank, which are hard to remove."

"Mystery snails are easy targets for bettas and can uproot plants."

"Nerite snails like a very high pH and the temperature that bettas need to be healthy isn't so good for them."

Snails

2.8

(10)

"The snails are effective at keeping the algae under control."

"Quite a few of the pet shops carry this line but it’s worth calling them as the don’t stock many, or grab them online."

"I probably wouldn't have bought from them unless I heard good things from others."

"You’re better off going outside at night after a rainy day and collecting them by hand"

"Was looking at escargot grade snail sellers as well but not really any around by the looks of it."

"I’ve brought snails from the supermarket and they are all often flavoured, even after rinsing and wiping all the ‘mild garlic’ off human grade snails my bluey said no."

"Another huge red flag about the 50 packs. either unethical breeding or they're taking wild snails."

"I was particularly concerned on why they were selling a HUGE batch of snails- like 50."

"Don't buy from this, looks extremely sketchy."

#10

Aquarium Snails

4.2

(6)

"I’d look into common aquarium snails and their husbandry requirements."

"Ramshorn snails are hardy and can coexist with bettas if the betta is not aggressive."

"Rabbit snails are unique and can be a good addition if the betta is calm."

"Nerite snails are great for controlling algae and are generally safe with bettas."

"Mystery snails are colorful and add interest to the tank."

"Blueberry snails are rare but beautiful if you can find them."

#11

Malaysian Trumpet Snail

4.0

(5)

"Trumpet, bladder and ramshorn snails are great."

"Trumpet snails are honestly pretty great."

"They help aerate the substrate and are fun to watch."

"Malaysian trumpet snail."

"MTS won’t help much with algae, they will occupy your substrate."

#12

Pea Puffer

4.8

(4)

"Pea puffer fish - love those little psychos"

"Borrow a pea puffer for 12 hours, once a f weeks. Most funny way to get rid of them."

"Pea Puffers😂😂"

"Some pea puffers will sort out your snail problem..."

#13

Mystery Snails

4.5

(4)

"I have mystery snails and rabbit snails so they don’t breed."

"I’ve kept my ropefish with nerites, mystery snails, and rabbit snails with no issue."

"They can breed quickly, so be prepared!"

"If you’re looking for many snails for your betta to hunt, I’d get bladder or mystery snails."

#14

Nerite

4.3

(4)

"My nerite cleans my tank great!"

"I got a nerite a couple of days ago and he’s pretty chill. Be warned, though, snails poop a LOT."

"I think one nerite and some shrimp should be fine. Just make sure it’s heavily planted."

"Opa ulae and a nerite."

#15

Bladder Snails

4.0

(4)

"They are good at eating decomposing matter."

"If you’re looking for many snails for your betta to hunt, I’d get bladder or mystery snails."

"I have bladder snails in a cement outdoor pond. They have done really well so far."

"Bladder snails stay tiny and are a good addition to the tank."

#16

Nerites

4.0

(4)

"Nerites are the best. But also pest snails including pond snails are pretty cool."

"Nerites are finicky with food since they only eat algae, but I have 4 and have not had an issue."

"Nerites! They lay eggs all the time but they’ll never hatch."

"Nerites actually don't do well in soft water."

#17

Mystery Snail

4.3

(3)

"1 mystery snail!"

"Great addition, but be mindful of their bioload."

"I like mystery snails. They’re really silly and active most of the time."

#18

Ramshorn Snails

4.0

(3)

"I have hundreds of ramshorn and bladder snails."

"I have ramshorn, some bladder snails, and MTS available."

"Ramshorns swarm the shrimp food and need constant culling."

#19

Rabbit Snail

3.7

(3)

"I’ve kept my ropefish with nerites, mystery snails, and rabbit snails with no issue."

"I have a singular rabbit snail and he’s just a chill little guy."

"Rabbit snails are large but they are livebearers and will have babies."

#20

Aquatic

5.0

(2)

"I have rabbit snails - so cool!"

"I also have nerite snails."

#21

Aquarium Fish

5.0

(2)

"Pea puffers thrive when well-fed, maintaining their chubby puffiness."

"The 5 inch puffer is healthy and eats well, enjoying 20-30 mealworms a week."

#22

Loaches

5.0

(2)

"Extremely effective and no hassle. Ive had a single loach completely wipe a population of pest snails before."

"Loaches are the go for snail control. Chain and the khuli loaches are small, so will leave your mystery snail alone."

#23

Trumpet Snail

4.0

(2)

"Trumpet snails are excellent for substrate health due to their burrowing."

"Trumpet snails are really good for your substrate because of the burrowing."

#24

2.0

(1)

"Apple snails can be problematic as they eat healthy plants and lay eggs above water."

#49

Apple

2.0

(1)

"Big snails aren't the best clean up crew due to their high bioloads."

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