--- product_id: 48835403 title: "API Aquarium Test Strips, 25 Count, (Pack of 1), 33D" brand: "api" price: "R566" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Api" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/48835403-api-aquarium-test-strips-25-count-pack-of-1-33d store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # works for freshwater & saltwater 25 precise ammonia test strips fast, easy color-coded results API Aquarium Test Strips, 25 Count, (Pack of 1), 33D **Brand:** api **Price:** R566 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🧫 Don’t let invisible threats kill your vibe—test your water like a pro! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** API Aquarium Test Strips, 25 Count, (Pack of 1), 33D by api - **How much does it cost?** R566 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/48835403-api-aquarium-test-strips-25-count-pack-of-1-33d) ## 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 - • **Stay Ahead of Toxicity:** Detect harmful ammonia levels before your fish do. - • **Quick Dip, Instant Insight:** Color-coded strips deliver fast, reliable readings in seconds. - • **Trusted by Aquarists Worldwide:** Proven accuracy with over 14,000 4.5-star reviews and a top 3 rank in aquarium test kits. - • **Universal Aquarium Compatibility:** Perfectly calibrated for both freshwater and saltwater tanks. - • **Consistent Monitoring Made Simple:** Use multiple times weekly during setup, then weekly to maintain a healthy tank. ## Overview API Ammonia Test Strips provide 25 easy-to-use, color-coded strips designed for both freshwater and saltwater aquariums. They enable fast, accurate detection of ammonia levels to prevent toxic buildup, ensuring a safe environment for your fish. Trusted by thousands of aquarists globally, these strips are essential for routine water quality monitoring and maintaining a thriving aquatic ecosystem. ## Description Free delivery and returns on eligible orders. Buy API AMMONIA TEST STRIPS Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Water Test Strips 25-Test Box at desertcart UK. Review: Api ammonia test kit. - A most important test kit. Ammonia can kill aquarium fish in very small amounts. Have been using the kit for many years to monitor the levels in the water. Review: Quick and easy test strips - Bought these as well as the ammonia test kit. Didn't know which one I'd like best .both are good and very accurate. ## Features - Contains one (1) API AMMONIA TEST STRIPS Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Water Test Strips 25-Test Box - Monitors water quality and prevents invisible water problems that can be harmful to fish - Dip test strips into aquarium water and check colours for fast and accurate results - Dose several times a week when starting a new aquarium then weekly or when problem arise ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B002DREWMK | | Allergen Information | Apple Free | | Batteries Included | No | | Batteries required | No | | Best Sellers Rank | 1,171 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) 3 in Aquarium Test Kits | | Colour | Multi-colored | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (14,177) | | Date First Available | 2 Aug. 2004 | | Item Weight | 50 g | | Item model number | 33D | | Number of Items | 1 | | Pet Type | Fish | | Product Dimensions | 8.89 x 4.45 x 12.7 cm; 50 g | | Quantity | 1 | | Size | 25 Strips | | Special features | Made In America1 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** API - **Manufacturer:** API - **Recommended uses for product:** Aquarium Water Parameters (Aquarium Water Parameters) - **Unit count:** 25.0 Count - **pH range:** 6.0-8.3 ## Images ![API Aquarium Test Strips, 25 Count, (Pack of 1), 33D - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/9127nKz1s8L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Pattern, Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can I use this for dirt?** A: The Kit does not test for calculus. **Q: What range of ammonia concentration do the strips cover?** A: As deadly as Amonia is to your fish, you would be better served using API Ammonia test drops. The strips are not nearly as accurate. Just buy the API Freshwater Master Test Kit. In my experience the none of the test strips are not accurate as the drops. **Q: Will this item test for cyanobacteria?** A: No, the ph test kit will not test for cyanobacteria. **Q: Do these measure total amonia (tan) or just free amonia?** A: API Ammonia Test strips reads total ammonia. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Api ammonia test kit. *by G***H on 15 February 2026* A most important test kit. Ammonia can kill aquarium fish in very small amounts. Have been using the kit for many years to monitor the levels in the water. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quick and easy test strips *by D***N on 25 May 2025* Bought these as well as the ammonia test kit. Didn't know which one I'd like best .both are good and very accurate. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ they work well *by J***T on 22 July 2024* easy to use and easy to read chart for guidance on all water issues in a tank....good for the price. ## Frequently Bought Together - Aquarium Pharmaceuticals® Ammonia Aquarium Test Strips - API 5-IN-1 TEST STRIPS Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Test Strips 100-Count Box --- ## 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.co.za/products/48835403-api-aquarium-test-strips-25-count-pack-of-1-33d](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/48835403-api-aquarium-test-strips-25-count-pack-of-1-33d) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-05-18*