For freshwater tanks

Something's off, and the forums all disagree.

Cloudy water, a sick fish, algae that won't quit — every thread says something different. We ask a few questions, narrow it to the most likely cause, and point you to what actually fixes it.

Start My Diagnosis

How it works

1
Answer a few questions
Pick where the problem is, then a short path narrows it down.
2
Get a likely cause
A plain-language explanation of what's probably going on.
3
Fix it
Step-by-step fixes for that exact issue.
Where's the problem?

What's worrying you today?

From the blog

Common questions

Is this a substitute for a veterinarian or aquatic specialist?
No. The guidance reflects common, widely-used fixes for the issue described, not a professional diagnosis.
How accurate is this?
It matches your answers to the most common cause for that combination of symptoms. Aquariums are full of edge cases, so treat this as a strong starting point, not a certainty.
Why only freshwater tanks?
Saltwater and pond setups have different common issues and products. We'd rather cover freshwater well than everything shallowly.
What if my symptoms don't match any answer?
Several paths include a "not sure / something else" option that asks a follow-up question to narrow it down further.