BlueRipple setup wizard

Build your perfect aquarium

Plan your tank, estimate stocking, and get pointed toward the right fish, shrimp, plants, and supplies — all in one place.

Start buildingShop freshwater fish
Tank size guidanceStocking suggestionsFilter & heater picksBlueRipple collection links
Best for beginnersPeaceful community tanks, shrimp setups, and easy planted aquariums.
Fast recommendationsChange tank size, style, or experience and your recommendations update instantly.
Built for BlueRippleLinks go straight to your fish, plants, supplies, and cleanup crew pages.

Step 1

Build my tank

Choose a size, tank style, and experience level. Recommendations update automatically below.

Change your setup and recommendations will refresh automatically.

Step 2

Tank volume calculator

Enter your tank dimensions in inches to estimate total gallons.

Approx. — gallons

Step 3

Stocking estimate

Quick rule-of-thumb guidance — not a substitute for species behavior, footprint, or filtration.

Choose size + type, then click Estimate.

Step 4

Filter & heater suggestions

Fast starter guidance for the hardware side of the setup.

Enter a tank size to get a heater and filter range.

Popular tank builds

Start with a proven setup

Need a faster starting point? Jump into one of these common aquarium builds and shop the right categories faster.

10 gallon

Beginner community tank

Peaceful tropical fish, easy plants, cleanup crew, and beginner-friendly supplies.

Shop the buildNano tank

Shrimp colony setup

Freshwater shrimp, planted cover, and light cleanup support for smaller aquariums.

Shop the buildPlanted setup

Easy planted aquarium

Live plants, peaceful fish, and core care products for a cleaner natural display.

Shop the build40+ gallons

African cichlid tank

Species-focused setup with stronger filtration, rockwork, and colorful cichlids.

Shop the build