

🐠 Keep your tank thriving—stability you can trust, from day one!
Seachem Stability is a 16.9 fl oz liquid biofilter enhancer designed to rapidly and safely establish beneficial bacteria in both freshwater and marine aquariums. It prevents new tank syndrome by breaking down harmful ammonia, nitrites, and nitrates through a unique blend of aerobic, anaerobic, and facultative bacteria. Easy to dose and compatible with all life stages of fish, Stability ensures a healthy aquatic environment from setup through ongoing maintenance.




| ASIN | B0002APIIW |
| ASIN | B0002APIIW |
| Age Range Description | All Life Stages |
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,784 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #5 in Aquarium Water Treatments |
| Brand Name | Seachem |
| Color | Clear |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (12,948) |
| Date First Available | June 20, 2004 |
| Date First Available | June 20, 2004 |
| Directions | See Packaging |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 7.6 x 2 x 1.5 inches |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 7.48 x 2.36 x 2.28 inches |
| Item Weight | 1.1 Pounds |
| Item model number | 123 |
| Item model number | 123 |
| Manufacturer | Seachem Laboratories, Inc. |
| Manufacturer | Seachem Laboratories, Inc. |
| Material | Liquid |
| Model Name | Seachem Stability Fish Tank Stabilizer |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 7.6 x 2 x 1.5 inches; 1.09 Pounds |
| Size | 500 ml / 16.9 fl oz |
| Specific Uses for Product | Indoor |
| Style | Tank Stabilizer |
| Target Audience Keyword | all fish, fish |
Z**H
Stability: A Biofilter Essential
Seachem Stability is a great product, very simple as it is that great nitrifying bacteria that turns fish waste or food from Ammonia to Nitrites and to Nitrates. Ammonia and Nitrites are severely toxic to fish so establishing a tank with this or seeding it with an already established sponge filter is essential to avoid "new tank syndrome" I have been using Seachem products and stability for months but stability and their prime has been staples for every water change to avoid a cycle crash among my API freshwater liquid master test kit. None of their products mess with water clarity, you will see a slight distortion as they settle into the water collumn, although this disperses rather quickly. I highly recommend.
K**T
Easy to Use and Works as Intended
This stabilizer has been simple to use and fits smoothly into regular aquarium maintenance. Dosing is clear, and it integrates well when setting up or maintaining a tank. It’s performed consistently with no issues and does exactly what it’s designed to do. The bottle size is practical and should last through multiple uses. Straightforward, reliable, and effective.
J**B
Excellent product
Works great! I was having issues with the nitrite being converted to nitrates because of lack of proper bacteria. I followed the 7 day dosage cycle and this completely turned the tank around. It’s stable and fully cycled now.
T**M
Great product that really improves water chemistry and clarity
I originally started ordering this Seachem product to stabilize my fresh water chemistry in which it does wonderfully. However, no Im hooked on it as it makes my water so clear. I added this product to my subscription list. Highly recommended. 55 gallon tank with many community fish that got much larger than i expected.
P**R
A must.
Seachem for the win. Prime and stability will always be my go to for excellent water parameters.
C**G
It seems fine, but won't cycle a biofilter like it claims.
I'm sure Seachem Stability works well to stabilize and maintain a biofilter as it's advertised, but don't believe the hype that it will instantly cycle your biofilter. Sure, it can help get things off the ground by seeding the filter media with bacteria, but don't expect a colony of nitrifying bacteria in 24 hours or something ridiculous. When used with Seachem Prime you could probably reasonably perform a fish-in cycle in 7-10 days, but I'm in the camp that believes a fishless cycle with ammonium chloride and live plants is ideal. Having said that I found significantly better results using Fritz TurboStart 700 to kick off my nitrogen cycle. Stability didn't get me any results after a week using their recommended loading dose and maintenance dose. I'm somewhat certain it actually gave me a surface biofilm that I've never experienced before when using it to start a nitrogen cycle. Once the cycle has kicked off, I've diligently used Stability to 'maintain' my biofilter by adding it with water changes and stocking new animals. It's never given me problems, but it's honestly difficult to gauge how well it performs as there's no water test that can be done to see what kind of impact it makes to an already established tank. I suppose if you have a catastrophic crash in your biofilter or perhaps overload it you could measure its before-and-after performance with ammonia and nitrite tests, but thankfully I haven't experienced anything like that. I'll continue to use Stability, Prime, and Pristine in maintenance doses as suggested because as far as I know, it's working as intended, and making changes to a stable environment is a recipe for disaster. I just haven't had luck with it kick-starting the nitrogen cycle. For that I'd put my faith in Fritz TurboStart (or FritzZyme)
A**R
Great!
This stuff works great! I can see why it is recommended for axolotl tanks!
A**.
Good
Good for new tanks, has a smell, good value for the why you get.
V**D
Goede service. Na 2 dagen binnen zoals vermeld.
V**V
I think my fish love it
G**E
Used this during a fresh setup and again after a major water change—didn’t lose a single fish. Dosed as directed for 7 days and saw no ammonia or nitrite spikes. Water stayed clear, fish stayed active, and no weird smells or reactions. I’ve used it in both planted and bare-bottom tanks—works well with cichlids, shrimp, and fry. Doesn’t cloud the water, and it mixes clean. Bottle’s compact and easy to stash, and the dosing cap’s accurate enough for small tanks. It’s not magic, but it does what it says—keeps things stable when you’re starting fresh or making big changes. I keep a bottle in the gear stash for emergencies and new builds. 👍 Pros ✅ Fast-acting—supports tank cycling and resets ✅ No clouding—water stays clear ✅ Safe for all fish types and inverts ✅ Compact bottle—easy to store ✅ Works with planted and bare setups 👎 Cons ❌ Needs daily dosing for full effect ❌ No visible change—relies on trust and test kits ❌ Cap can drip—wipe after use ❌ Not a cure-all—still need proper filtration 🧭 Personal Review If you want a bacteria booster that keeps your tank stable without the faff, Seachem Stability earns its spot. I’ve used it across new builds and heavy water changes—no drama, just clean results and peace of mind. Proper stash-ready gear for anyone who wants their tank sorted and stress-free.
L**V
Awesome seller and item. Will buy shain
Ü**N
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