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🌊 IceCap Powerhead 4K Gyre Pond Pump: WiFi-controllable Water Fountain Pump for Aquariums - 1268-4000 GPH Review

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Revainrating 3.5 out of 5Β Β 
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3.3
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Details

BrandIceCap
ColorOrange
StyleSubmersible Water Pump
Item Dimensions LxWxH12 x 3.12 x 0.67 inches
Power SourceWind Powered,Battery Powered

Reviews

Global ratings 6
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Type of review

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Definitely recommend 4k

I had an older model so I already knew I wanted 4k! I'm definitely not happy with the app, but I have no problem connecting and running the pumps through the app. More than enough power. I think it's a bit pricey but I have 2 of these and I'm very happy with them!

Pros
  • Pleasant to use
Cons
  • Quality

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Sturdy, well built, but difficult to set up

The only reason I don't give this product 5 stars is that it's quite difficult to set up and caters to different currents program patterns. Plus, it's a super strong, well-made product. You definitely need to watch some YouTube videos to understand how to set it up.

Pros
  • High marks for support and durability from testers
Cons
  • Something is wrong

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Better Than MP40 - Water Pumps

This is a great buy. I had a 1k gyre on a smaller tank (6ft 125) and I really liked it although it was a bit noisy. Bought this pump to upgrade to a 210. I have them on one wall and ecotech MP40 on the other. It is very quiet and offers excellent flow at the top of the tank. Between two pumps, I rely on the ice cap for most of the flow. It's almost too strong for Zoa and other records. Management through the application is way better than with ecotech. All in all, great price, great pump!

Pros
  • Comfortable
Cons
  • Compatibility

Revainrating 1 out of 5

MOVE pass it! A classic example of trying too fancy

I don't feel like doing this review as I really like the ice cap. How this "new" generation is not worth the time or the money! The pump itself is basically the same as before but like all the other reviews the wi-fi option is TERRIBLE! I appreciate the algorithms we programmed as middle school students. It's too confusing and too long to watch YouTube videos how to find out. They should have left enough good ones alone! This unit is an absolute disappointment from start to finish.

Pros
  • Brilliantly made
Cons
  • Functionality

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Terrible wifi connection. β€ŽThe HYDROS app is poorly written.

I really wanted Gyre to like it but after spending a day trying to connect it to my wifi I decided to send it back. First, I have a mesh WiFi system (Orbi) that floods my house with signals. My apex and dosing pump (wifi) never had a problem. IceCap 4k connected for 5 minutes, then disconnected and never reconnected. I turned the pump on and off and it connected, and after a few minutes the connection light started blinking. The Hydros app will only show 'pump' if you are using the 'cloud/wifi'

Pros
  • Glitter
Cons
  • Expandable