--- product_id: 9830539 title: "TetraPond De-Icer, Thermostatically Controlled Winter Survival Solution For Fish, UL Listed" brand: "tetra pond" price: "₹ 7132" currency: INR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Tetra Pond" url: https://www.desertcart.in/products/9830539-tetrapond-de-icer-thermostatically-controlled-winter-survival-solution-for-fish store_origin: IN region: India --- # 300W power with thermostat 15 ft power cord Works down to -20°F TetraPond De-Icer, Thermostatically Controlled Winter Survival Solution For Fish, UL Listed **Brand:** tetra pond **Price:** ₹ 7132 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ❄️ Keep your pond thriving all winter with smart, natural warmth! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** TetraPond De-Icer, Thermostatically Controlled Winter Survival Solution For Fish, UL Listed by tetra pond - **How much does it cost?** ₹ 7132 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.in](https://www.desertcart.in/products/9830539-tetrapond-de-icer-thermostatically-controlled-winter-survival-solution-for-fish) ## Best For - tetra pond enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted tetra pond brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Trusted & Certified:** UL listed for safety and reliability, trusted by fishkeepers for over 50 years. - • **Energy-Smart Heating:** Thermostatically controlled 300-watt power saves energy by shutting off when not needed. - • **Ice-Free Zone, Always:** Keeps a safe, ice-free area in your pond to protect aquatic life. - • **Seamless Natural Look:** Stone finish design blends effortlessly with your pond’s natural surroundings. - • **Winter Survival, Simplified:** Prevents toxic gas buildup by allowing harmful gases to escape under ice. ## Overview The TetraPond De-Icer is a UL-listed, thermostatically controlled 300-watt device designed to keep a portion of your pond ice-free down to -20°F. Its natural stone finish blends with your pond environment while preventing toxic gas buildup under ice, ensuring a healthy winter habitat for your fish. Featuring a 15-foot power cord and energy-efficient operation, it’s the trusted winter survival solution for pond enthusiasts. ## Description Toxic gases caused by decaying matter and fish waste can become trapped under the ice. The TetraPond® De-Icer is a winter survival solution for fish, keeping an area of your pond ice-free to allow harmful gases to escape through the opening. The energy-efficient thermostat control shuts off power when not needed. The natural stone finish blends with your pond’s surroundings. This 300-watt device is effective down to -20 degrees. Includes a 3-year limited warranty (see product packaging for details). UL Listed. Never break the ice to create an opening in ice on the surface of your pond – you’ll risk causing harmful shockwaves that can injure or even kill your fish. In extreme cold areas, where ice cover lasts for a long time, install a bubbler in addition to your de-icer. Keep the bubbler close to the surface of the water —like its name suggests, a bubbler produces thousands of bubbles that replenishes valuable oxygen in your pond, helping your fish survive. Since 1951, Tetra has developed the world’s most comprehensive body of fish food knowledge, and fishkeeping enthusiasts have looked to the brand for products and solutions that add ease and beauty to their home. Whether you're an experienced hobbyist or just starting out, Tetra has everything you need – from a large variety of quality fish food and innovative equipment to test kits and decor. Review: good de-icer for central texas above-ground fish pond - I ordered this the day before we were expecting a hard 3-day freeze. My 800-gallon above-ground fish pond ices over easily, so this was one of those last moment orders. It's not a water heater but it did keep the ice from forming around it and my teenage goldfish loved it! During the freeze they huddled up under it and would frequently swim about the pond in the very cold water. Usually they just paddle in place, not robustly swim about. So far as de-icing, it worked great. The surface of the pond has thin ice, but the area around the de-icer was ice free. This unit has a nice 15-ft electrical cord, but I used it with an outdoor heavy-duty extension cord and an outdoor waterproof extension protector that snaps tightly around the fittings. Works like a charm, and I don't have to worry about blowing rain or ice causing a short I do not like the shape and it's light gray color. It floats on top of the water and looks like a ginormous gray tick. (I kid you not.) I have no other description for it except that if you squint your eyes, it might look like an ugly piece of floating gray plastic. But, hey, it works, so no point taken off. I gave 5 stars for overall, easy to use, and easy to install, and 4 stars for value for the money. The latter is because it runs up the electric bill at 300 watts. That's a bit extra on the electric bill for 72 hours straight (or longer), but compared to other de-icers, this is considered low wattage. One side note: I didn't allow my unit to float about freely, which it will if not secured. I secured my de-icer between two rock outcroppings so it wouldn't float around. IDK if it's designed to be a "moving" de-icer, but i made it stationary so the goldfish could huddle beneath it. They seemed to like that. If you're looking for an affordable de-icer with reasonable wattage, I recommend this unit. Some people use a temperature sensing cube Thermacube, but I prefer to disconnect the power cord when not in use. Review: Works great- feels high quality - I have a 14x12’ foot pond. This winter in Massachusetts, it completely frozen over, despite my aeration. I placed this on top of the pond and overnight it thawed through 5” of ice. This thing is great. It’s getting down to 2 degrees each night and the hole is going strong. Will be using this every year! ## Features - POND DE-ICER: Keeps an area of your pond free from ice. - WINTER SURVIVAL SOLUTION: Allows toxic gases from decaying matter to escape from under ice during the winter. - EFFECTIVE: Works in temperatures as low as -20 degrees. - 300-WATTS: Features a 15 foot power cord and thermostatically controlled shutoff. - NATURAL FINISH: Stone finish complement’s your pond’s surroundings. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000J3I0Q4 | | Allergen Information | Gelatin Free | | Best Sellers Rank | #97,378 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #3 in Pond De-Icer | | Brand | Tetra Pond | | Brand Name | Tetra Pond | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 2,815 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00046798264293 | | Included Components | 1 x De-Icer, Thermostatically Controlled Winter Survival Solution | | Item Form | Pellets | | Item Type Name | TetraPond De-Icer, Winter Survival Solution For Fish, UL Listed | | Item Weight | 3.9 Pounds | | Manufacturer | TetraPond | | Manufacturer Part Number | 956516 | | Model Number | 26429 | | Pet Type | Fish | | Target Species | Fish | | UPC | 046798264293 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Tetra Pond - **Item Weight:** 3.9 Pounds - **Item Form:** Pellets - **Manufacturer:** TetraPond - **UPC:** 046798264293 ## Images ![TetraPond De-Icer, Thermostatically Controlled Winter Survival Solution For Fish, UL Listed - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71it-0DhmsL.jpg) ![TetraPond De-Icer, Thermostatically Controlled Winter Survival Solution For Fish, UL Listed - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/713i3DZgJML.jpg) ![TetraPond De-Icer, Thermostatically Controlled Winter Survival Solution For Fish, UL Listed - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81RSXLHWuHL.jpg) ![TetraPond De-Icer, Thermostatically Controlled Winter Survival Solution For Fish, UL Listed - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71ksT8rzyBL.jpg) ![TetraPond De-Icer, Thermostatically Controlled Winter Survival Solution For Fish, UL Listed - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71c6z6iujLS.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: I have a fish pond, some 500 gal, with mollies, goldfish and pictus catfish. Can the thermostat setting be chg'd to come on, at say 40 deg?** A: As the customers stated, no, you cannot set this like a heater. Your mollies and pictus cannot be housed outdoors over winter, although the goldfish can be. **Q: At what temp does it turn on and off?** A: My best guess is 32 degrees is the point of On/Off. So under 32 it turns on until it goes above 32 before it turns off. It does do its job. The only thing I do when we have wind issues is put up a wind break of sorts, because no matter how the Egg works if its extremely cold the wind will still ice over the pond. **Q: The ice has already frozen. Can I put the rock on the ice while plugged in and wait for it to melt though?** A: No. I have had customers try this. It does not work. Boil some water on the stove and pour onto the ice until you melt a hole to float the heater in. **Q: does it float?** A: Thanks for asking! Yes, this product floats. For more help contact TetraPond at PHGAmazon@spectrumbrands.com. We are happy to help! ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ good de-icer for central texas above-ground fish pond *by D***E on March 3, 2024* I ordered this the day before we were expecting a hard 3-day freeze. My 800-gallon above-ground fish pond ices over easily, so this was one of those last moment orders. It's not a water heater but it did keep the ice from forming around it and my teenage goldfish loved it! During the freeze they huddled up under it and would frequently swim about the pond in the very cold water. Usually they just paddle in place, not robustly swim about. So far as de-icing, it worked great. The surface of the pond has thin ice, but the area around the de-icer was ice free. This unit has a nice 15-ft electrical cord, but I used it with an outdoor heavy-duty extension cord and an outdoor waterproof extension protector that snaps tightly around the fittings. Works like a charm, and I don't have to worry about blowing rain or ice causing a short I do not like the shape and it's light gray color. It floats on top of the water and looks like a ginormous gray tick. (I kid you not.) I have no other description for it except that if you squint your eyes, it might look like an ugly piece of floating gray plastic. But, hey, it works, so no point taken off. I gave 5 stars for overall, easy to use, and easy to install, and 4 stars for value for the money. The latter is because it runs up the electric bill at 300 watts. That's a bit extra on the electric bill for 72 hours straight (or longer), but compared to other de-icers, this is considered low wattage. One side note: I didn't allow my unit to float about freely, which it will if not secured. I secured my de-icer between two rock outcroppings so it wouldn't float around. IDK if it's designed to be a "moving" de-icer, but i made it stationary so the goldfish could huddle beneath it. They seemed to like that. If you're looking for an affordable de-icer with reasonable wattage, I recommend this unit. Some people use a temperature sensing cube Thermacube, but I prefer to disconnect the power cord when not in use. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works great- feels high quality *by D***N on February 15, 2026* I have a 14x12’ foot pond. This winter in Massachusetts, it completely frozen over, despite my aeration. I placed this on top of the pond and overnight it thawed through 5” of ice. This thing is great. It’s getting down to 2 degrees each night and the hole is going strong. Will be using this every year! ### ⭐ Inferior product, horrible customer service *by S***C on January 23, 2023* The heater failed after one year, dried and stored indoors in a climate-controlled environment in Summer). The bottom rusted and the rust pushed it out of the plastic top piece, allowing water in. See photo and video. The unit shorted and tripped the whole pond offline, thankfully not killing any expensive koi. This is a most egregious manner of failure and after only one year, versus the three year warranty. I asked for a refund versus a replacement as I already replaced the heater (was needed immediately). I also did not wish to send the unit back at my trouble and expense - the picture and photo really do tell the tale, in my opinion and how do you ship it full of water? In attempting to get help in this matter, my experience with the conglomerate (who also make bug spray) was quite bad - calls dropped ‘accidentally’ and put to voicemail multiple times, before ultimately being told that it was ‘impossible’ to refund me (not willing is not the same thing as not able). Recommend not purchasing this product specifically or Tetra products in general. ## Frequently Bought Together - TetraPond De-Icer, Winter Survival Solution For Fish, UL Listed - CrystalClear PondAir 2, Complete Aeration Kit, Whisper Quiet Water Garden Oxygenation Bubbler System Adds Oxygen to Koi & Fish Ponds, Outdoor Aerator Compressor Pump, Tubing & 2 Air Submersible Stone - Laguna PowerHeat 315-Watt Floating Pond Heater for Outdoor Ponds with Fish – Thermostat-Controlled De-Icer with LED Indicator, Safe for Plastic & Liner Ponds, 22 ft Cord --- ## 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.in/products/9830539-tetrapond-de-icer-thermostatically-controlled-winter-survival-solution-for-fish](https://www.desertcart.in/products/9830539-tetrapond-de-icer-thermostatically-controlled-winter-survival-solution-for-fish) --- *Product available on Desertcart India* *Store origin: IN* *Last updated: 2026-05-14*