The All-In-One Aquarium Design Tool

Drag-and-drop aquascape planner — add plants & hardscape, choose from over 600 fish, save every item, then share your tank.

Trusted by over 7,000 aquarists worldwide - plan yours in minutes.

a user designed cube shaped aquarium with plants and rocks
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What is myaquariumbuilder?

Everything you need to plan and design your dream aquarium.

Planning an aquarium should be exciting — not overwhelming. With MyAquariumBuilder, you can design your entire tank visually, experiment with layouts, and pick compatible products that actually work together. No more buying the wrong filter or forgetting the substrate.

Whether you're a beginner or a pro, we help you plan better and build with confidence.

Tanks Designed

Aquarium Products

1. Choose Your Tank & Start Designing

Pick your aquarium size and shape, then design your layout with the drag-and-drop designer. Add plants, hardscape, substrate and fish — and visualize how everything comes together.

2. Pick Compatible Equipment

Browse filters, heaters, lights, and other essentials. We'll help guide you toward products that fit your tank size and setup.

3. Save, Share, or Get Inspired

Save your full design and build, then share it with the community. Browse builds from other aquarists and get ideas for your next setup.

The aquarium gallery

Real-Life Aquarium Designs From Our Community

These are the very first community aquascapes, built with our drag-and-drop tank designer. Click to explore each tank’s planting plan, fish list, and gear—then add your own build to help grow the gallery.

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Explore products for your aquarium

Explore everything you need to plan the perfect aquarium — from tanks to filters to fish. Browse over 20 categories and 1,500 products to help you build a setup that fits your space and style.

Rectangular glass aquarium tank with blue water and subtle ripples and a plant

Tanks

The foundation of any aquarium — choose the right size and shape to suit your space and goals.

Browse Tanks
Green aquatic plant with broad leaves

Plants

Plants help create a balanced environment, whether you're going for a natural look or added stability.

Browse Plants
Colorful red betta fish swimming

Fish

Consider which species will thrive in your setup, from peaceful community fish to bold centerpieces.

Browse Fish
Hang-on-back aquarium filter

Filters

Filtration plays a key role in maintaining water quality and keeping your tank healthy over time.

Browse Filters
LED aquarium clip on light bar emitting bright yellow light over water

Lights

Lighting affects plant growth, fish behavior, and how your aquarium looks day to day.

Browse Lights
Glass aquarium heater with temperature dial and suction cups in aquarium

Heaters

Many fish need stable temperatures — the right heater helps you create a consistent, safe climate.

Browse Heaters

Expert Guides & Articles

Whether you're just getting started or planning a complete setup, our guides cover everything you need to know — from choosing the right equipment to designing a healthy, beautiful aquarium. Learn how to plan, decorate, and care for your tank with confidence.

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