--- product_id: 65476086 title: "API 5-in-1 Test Strips for Freshwater and Saltwater Aquariums, 100-Count Box" brand: "api" price: "€ 55.38" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Api" url: https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/65476086-api-5-in-1-test-strips-for-freshwater-and-saltwater store_origin: CY region: Cyprus --- # 5-in-1 water parameter test Accurate nitrite & nitrate detection 30-second rapid results API 5-in-1 Test Strips for Freshwater and Saltwater Aquariums, 100-Count Box **Brand:** api **Price:** € 55.38 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🐠 Dive into crystal-clear waters with confidence! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** API 5-in-1 Test Strips for Freshwater and Saltwater Aquariums, 100-Count Box by api - **How much does it cost?** € 55.38 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.cy](https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/65476086-api-5-in-1-test-strips-for-freshwater-and-saltwater) ## Best For - api enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted api brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Bulk 100-Count Value Pack:** Stay stocked and stress-free with enough strips for months of weekly testing. - • **Fast & Effortless Results:** Dip and read color changes in just 30 seconds—perfect for busy aquarists. - • **Comprehensive 5-in-1 Testing:** Monitor pH, nitrite, nitrate, carbonate, and hardness in one strip for total water clarity. - • **Dual Fresh & Saltwater Compatibility:** One solution for all your aquarium types, no need for multiple kits. - • **Prevent Fish Loss & Boost Tank Health:** Catch invisible water issues early to keep your aquatic friends thriving. ## Overview API 5-IN-1 Test Strips provide fast, accurate monitoring of five critical water parameters—pH, nitrite, nitrate, carbonate, and hardness—in both freshwater and saltwater aquariums. With 100 strips per box, this essential tool helps prevent harmful water conditions, ensuring a healthy environment for your fish and aquatic life. ## Description From the manufacturer It’s Smart To Be Proactive! The best way to keep your aquarium clean is to maintain good water quality. This will keep your fish strong and vibrant, as well as preventing disease. How Do I Maintain A Healthy Environment? It is important to test your aquarium water weekly to verify good quality in addition to a bi-weekly partial water change of no more than 25% to help reduce toxic buildup, remove debris the filter missed, and replenish the oxygen available to fish. How Do I Take Good Care Of My Aquarium? Feed & observe fish daily Test water quality weekly Change 25% water bi-weekly Restore your ecosystem monthly Feed Your Fish Daily Feed your fish twice daily only the amount of food they can eat in 2 to 3 minutes depending on the species. Some fish such as bottom feeders and algae eaters will need up to 30 minutes to 2 hours. Overfeeding & low quality nutrition cause unconsumed food and more excrement which cloud water and raise harmful ammonia levels, possibly leading to fish loss. Take time to observe fish and the water temperature to ensure they are active & healthy. Test Water Quality Weekly An aquarium is a closed environment and in order for fish to thrive, water must be similar to that which could be found in their natural environment. Poor water quality can cause fish stress, illness and even loss. The 5 common water quality parameters are Ammonia, Nitrite, Nitrate, and pH - all of which may vary over time and all are invisible to the eye which is why it is important to test weekly with API MASTER TEST KITS or API 5-IN-1 TEST STRIPS. It is also a good time to add API STRESS ZYME to keep your aquarium & gravel clean. Change 25% Water Every 2 Weeks In a closed aquarium environment there are no natural rivers or streams to carry away debris and other waste materials. It is important to renew 25% of the aquarium water every two weeks. When you change the water, it is important to know that tap water contains chemicals that make it safe for us to drink but harmful for fish, therefore add a water conditioner such as API STRESS COAT. Restore Your Ecosystem Monthly It is important to change your filter media & clean gravel monthly, however in doing so it can disrupt the fragile ecosystem of your aquarium. Use API QUICK START to strengthen it with ‘beneficial’ nitrifying bacteria that will naturally consume toxic compounds and help prevent fish stress. Also recommended when starting a new aquarium or changing the water. Making A Better Underwater World At API, we understand the rewards and relaxation of fishkeeping because we have a passion for fish too. API offers a range of testing kits, water conditioners, and nutritionally superior food, because we’re dedicated to making a better underwater world. Review: Works perfectly. Necessity for a new tank - For the 5in1, ignore any reviews that says they don't work. They work perfectly. I had poor water quality and the strips immediately detected high nitrate and nitrite levels. After days of water conditioning (interpet fast filter start and tetra easybalanxe) the nitrite and nitrates are both perfect now. I can visibly see improvements with my snails and shrimps, so I can definitely say they are accurate. Super easy to use. Dip and check in 30 sec. Review: Quick, simple to use and reasonably accurate - The readings are fairly accurate, I have compared the results against the API liquid tests, JBL ProScan strips andthe PH with a calibrated PH meter. Some readings are a little harder to read than others and always seems to end up between two shades/readings. Overall they are accurate and good for a quick spot check of your aquarium ## Features - Contains one (1) API 5-IN-1 TEST STRIPS Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Test Strips 100-Count Box - Monitors levels of pH, nitrite, nitrate carbonate and general water hardness in freshwater and saltwater aquariums - Dip test strips into aquarium water and check colors for fast and accurate results - Helps prevent invisible water problems that can be harmful to fish and cause fish loss - Use for weekly monitoring and when water or fish problems appear ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B077YS7Y4Y | | Best Sellers Rank | 18,753 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) 40 in Aquarium Test Kits | | Brand | API | | Country Of Origin | USA | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 3,009 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00317163160336 | | Item Weight | 0.11 Pounds | | Manufacturer | API | | Manufacturer Part Number | 33P | | Material Type | Paper | | Model Number | 33P | | Recommended Uses For Product | Freshwater and Saltwater | | Recommended uses for product | Freshwater and Saltwater | | Sterility Rating | 6.0 à 7.6 | | UPC | 317163160336 300718524905 | | Unit Count | 100 count | | Unit count | 100 count | | pH range | 6.0 à 7.6 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** API - **Manufacturer:** API - **Recommended uses for product:** Freshwater and Saltwater - **Unit count:** 100 count - **pH range:** 6.0 à 7.6 ## Images ![API 5-in-1 Test Strips for Freshwater and Saltwater Aquariums, 100-Count Box - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71756kMh+yL.jpg) ![API 5-in-1 Test Strips for Freshwater and Saltwater Aquariums, 100-Count Box - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Ks17+8fXL.jpg) ![API 5-in-1 Test Strips for Freshwater and Saltwater Aquariums, 100-Count Box - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81uf+aEptNL.jpg) ![API 5-in-1 Test Strips for Freshwater and Saltwater Aquariums, 100-Count Box - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81u1f3vzNVL.jpg) ![API 5-in-1 Test Strips for Freshwater and Saltwater Aquariums, 100-Count Box - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81x4N+U4RrL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: How precise are the gh/kh tests? i need something that measures in the single digits.** A: If you are advanced enough to be testing KH, you need to move to salifert or aqua forest test kits. A bit more expensive but if you are going to start buffering, it needs to be right or you may be doing more harm than good. Time to Change!!! :-) **Q: How many test will it do?** A: All I can say is, quite a lot. Because the test is performed by adding more and more test solution until it changes colour, the amount used depends on your water hardness, so the number of tests you'll be able get out of it will vary quite a lot. But I'd say it's probably good for over 50 at least. **Q: Does the ph test kits have a shelf life** A: Not sure but would not rely on any brands test strips. Especially API. Recommend a JBL or Sera test kit. **Q: Nitrate test, do bottles have the red seal on them? The ones without the red seal don't fit my stand.** A: No they do not have red child proof caps they are the later design that are all white. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works perfectly. Necessity for a new tank *by R***M on 22 June 2023* For the 5in1, ignore any reviews that says they don't work. They work perfectly. I had poor water quality and the strips immediately detected high nitrate and nitrite levels. After days of water conditioning (interpet fast filter start and tetra easybalanxe) the nitrite and nitrates are both perfect now. I can visibly see improvements with my snails and shrimps, so I can definitely say they are accurate. Super easy to use. Dip and check in 30 sec. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quick, simple to use and reasonably accurate *by C***S on 27 November 2019* The readings are fairly accurate, I have compared the results against the API liquid tests, JBL ProScan strips andthe PH with a calibrated PH meter. Some readings are a little harder to read than others and always seems to end up between two shades/readings. Overall they are accurate and good for a quick spot check of your aquarium ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ All good *by D***S on 30 July 2023* All good. I am not how sure how accurate it is but it's been doing the job. Good if you need something temporary. Delivered fast. ## Frequently Bought Together - API 5-IN-1 TEST STRIPS Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Test Strips 100-Count Box - Aquarium Pharmaceuticals® Ammonia Aquarium Test Strips - API FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT 800-Test Freshwater Aquarium Water Master Test Kit, White, Single, Multi-colored --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/65476086-api-5-in-1-test-strips-for-freshwater-and-saltwater](https://www.desertcart.com.cy/products/65476086-api-5-in-1-test-strips-for-freshwater-and-saltwater) --- *Product available on Desertcart Cyprus* *Store origin: CY* *Last updated: 2026-06-18*