Let me start by saying this acrylic pipette is a GAME-CHANGER for aquarium maintenance. The 45cm length means I can finally reach the far corners of my 20-gallon tank without doing yoga poses or spilling water everywhere. That "deep sucking action" one reviewer mentioned? Absolutely real—it vacuums up axolotl poop like a champ.

The soft rubber bulb creates surprisingly strong suction—way better than those flimsy pet store versions. I use it daily to spot-feed my anemones (no more greedy fish stealing their meals!) and blast algae off rocks. Pro tip: Turning off your filter pump first prevents food from getting wasted.

Now for the downsides: Like some reviewers experienced, the bulb-to-tube connection could be tighter. Mine occasionally sprays water if squeezed too hard—annoying but not a dealbreaker. Also, while it survived my butterfingers dropping it twice, I wouldn’t test its durability with boiling water (stick to the recommended ≤80°C).

Bonus use they don’t advertise? Perfect for rescuing baby shrimp during water changes! The gentle suction won’t harm them like regular siphons. At this price, I’m definitely buying backups—just maybe avoid the cracked one that slipped through QC.