As with filters, most new aquarium kits come with an aquarium hood or canopy. However, if yours does not, it is an essential purchase. Many freshwater fish jump out of the water every now and again, and the only thing that will keep them from getting out and dying on the floor is a hood or canopy covering their tank.
Some hoods also include LED lighting, which will help your aquarium brighten. Besides, some LED lights can grow aquatic plants within your tank. Finally, a canopy or hood will keep the claws and hands of any respective cats and children you may have out of the water.
- Aquarium dimensions and weights
- 16-inch hoods for 5.5 gallon fish tanks
- 20-inch hoods for 10 gallon fish tanks
- 24-inch hoods for 20 gallon fish tanks
- 30-inch hoods for 20-gallon long and 29-gallon tanks
- 36-inch hoods for 30 gallon fish tanks
- 48-inch hoods for 55 gallon fish tanks
Aquarium dimensions and weights
For choosing the right hood, firstly you should know your tank dimensions, the length and wide of the tank are very important to do this work. Below is collection of aquarium dimensions that you can consult; however, you must know exactly your tank sizes before buying a relevant aquarium canopy.
| Tank sizes | Dimensions (L x W x H) | Weight |
| 2.5 gallons | 12″ x 6″ x 8″ | 27 lbs |
| 5 gallons | 16″ x 8″ x 10″ | 62 lbs |
| 10 gallons | 20″ x 10″ x 12″ | 111 lbs |
| 15 gallons | 24″ x 12″ x 12″ | 170 lbs |
| 15 gallons high | 20″ x 10″ x 18″ | 170 lbs |
| 20 gallons | 24″ x 12″ x 16″ | 225 lbs |
| 20 gallons long | 30″ x 12″ x 12″ | 225 lbs |
| 25 gallons | 24″ x 12″ x 20″ | 282 lbs |
| 29 gallons | 30″ x 12″ x 18″ | 330 lbs |
| 30 gallons | 36″ x 12″ x 16″ | 348 lbs |
| 40 gallons | 36″ x 18″ x 16″ | 458 lbs |
| 40 gallons long | 48″ x 12″ x 16″ | 455 lbs |
| 50 gallons | 36″ x 18″ x 19″ | 600 lbs |
| 55 gallons | 48″ x 13″ x 21″ | 625 lbs |
| 65 gallons | 36″ x 18″ x 24″ | 772 lbs |
| 75 gallons | 48″ x 18″ x 21″ | 850 lbs |
| 90 gallons | 48″ x 18″ x 24″ | 1050 lbs |
| 125 gallons | 72″ x 18″ x 21″ | 1400 lbs |
| 150 gallons | 72″ x 18″ x 28″ | 1800 lbs |
| 180 gallons | 72″ x 24″ x 25″ | 2100 lbs |
Following are the best aquarium hoods with (without) LED lighting that you can choose from basing on your fish tank size (gallons).
16-inch hoods for 5.5 gallon fish tanks
(5/5 by editor)Check on Amazon.com- Name: All Glass Aquarium AAG20007 Inc Economy Hood
- Size: 16-inch
- Lighting: Lamps & Bulbs are sold separately
- Used for: 5.5 gallon aquarium.
(5/5 by editor)Buy from Amazon.com- Model: Perfecto Tetra aquarium hood led
- Size: 16-inch
- Lighting: LED lighting
- Used for: 5.5 gallon aquarium.
20-inch hoods for 10 gallon fish tanks
(5/5 by editor)Check on Amazon.com- Name: Aquarium Cover, Glass, for 10-Gal Tank
- Size: 19 1/4″ L x 9 3/8″ W
- Lighting: _
- Our recommend for: a 10 gallon aquarium with dimensions 20″ L x 10″ W x 12″ H.
(4.5/5 by editor)Check on Amazon.com- Name: Marineland LED Light Hood
- Size: 20- by 10-inch
- Lighting: LED light
- Our recommend for: a 10 gallon aquarium with dimensions 20″ L x 10″ W x 12″ H.
(4/5 by editor)Check on Amazon.com- Name: Perfecto Tetra Aquarium Hood Led
- Size: 20-inch
- Lighting: LED light
- Our recommend for: a 10 gallon aquarium with dimensions 20″ L x 10″ W x 12″ H.
24-inch hoods for 20 gallon fish tanks
(5/5 by editor)Buy from Amazon.com- Name: Perfecto Manufacturing APF33240 crystal clear glass canopy
- Size: 24-inch
- Light: _
- Perfectly fit a 20 gallon fish tank (standard size).
(4.5/5 by editor)Check on Amazon.com- Name: Marineland LED Light Hood
- Size: 24- by 12-inch
- Lighting: LED light
- It is designed to fit 24″ x 12″ framed aquariums (20 gallons).
(4/5 by editor)Buy from Amazon.com- Name: All Glass Aquarium AAG29024 Versa Top
- Size: 24-inch
- Lighting: _
- Ideal for a standard 20 gallon tank.
30-inch hoods for 20-gallon long and 29-gallon tanks
(4.5/5 by editor)Check on Amazon.com- Name: Marineland LED Light Hood
- Size: 30- by 12-inch
- Lighting: LED light
- Our recommend for: a 20 gallon long or 29 gallon aquariums with dimensions 30″ L x 12″ W x 12″ H.
36-inch hoods for 30 gallon fish tanks
(4.5/5 by editor)Check on Amazon.com- Name: All Glass Aquarium AAG21236 Fluorescent Deluxe Hood
- Size: 36-inch
- Lighting: Fluorescent light
- Our recommend for: a 30 gallon aquarium with dimensions 36″ L x 12″ W x 16″ H.
(5/5 by editor)Check on Amazon.com- Name: Deep Blue Professional ADB33612 Standard Glass Canopy Set
- Size: 36-inch length by 12-inch width
- Lighting: _
- Our recommend for: a 30 gallon aquarium with dimensions 36″ L x 12″ W x 16″ H.
48-inch hoods for 55 gallon fish tanks
(5/5 by editor)Check on Amazon.com- Name: Zilla 11667 Fresh Air Screen Cover with Center Hinge, 13-Inch by 48-Inch,
- Size: 48-inch length by 13-inch width
- Lighting: _
- Our recommend for: a 55 gallon aquarium with dimensions 48″ L x 13″ W x 21″ H.
- (4.5/5 by editor)Check on Amazon.com
- Name: Deep Blue Professional ADB34813 Standard Glass Canopy Set
- Size: 48-inch length by 13-inch width
- Lighting: _
- Our recommend for: a 55 gallon aquarium with dimensions 48″ L x 13″ W x 21″ H.
(4/5 by editor)Check on Amazon.com- Name: Perfecto Manufacturing R01929 Glass Canopy Aquarium
- Size: 48-inch length by 13-inch width
- Lighting: _
- Our recommend for: a 55 gallon aquarium with dimensions 48″ L x 13″ W x 21″ H.
