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title: "Fritz Turbo Start 700 Freshwater (4 oz)"
brand: "fritz"
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# Cuts cycling time from weeks to days Rapid ammonia & nitrite removal Live nitrifying bacteria blend Fritz Turbo Start 700 Freshwater (4 oz)

**Brand:** fritz
**Price:** € 34.43
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Turbocharge your tank’s health — fish-ready in days, not weeks!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Fritz Turbo Start 700 Freshwater (4 oz) by fritz
- **How much does it cost?** € 34.43 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- fritz enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted fritz brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Long Shelf Life & Potency:** Refrigerated formula ensures bacteria stay alive and effective for up to 6 months.
- • **Stress-Free Aquarium Setup:** Prevent new tank syndrome and fish loss with a proven natural water treatment.
- • **Fast-Track Fish-Ready Water:** Eliminate toxic ammonia and nitrite rapidly to safely add livestock without the usual wait.
- • **Simple, No-Fuss Application:** Just dose, shake, and add—no complicated mixing or guesswork required.
- • **Instant Biofilter Activation:** Kickstart your tank’s nitrogen cycle immediately with live Nitrosomonas & Nitrobacter bacteria.

## Overview

Fritz Turbo Start 700 Freshwater is a concentrated live nitrifying bacteria solution designed to rapidly establish a healthy biofilter in freshwater aquariums. By accelerating the nitrogen cycle, it quickly converts toxic ammonia and nitrite into harmless nitrate, enabling immediate and safe introduction of fish. With a refrigerated formula ensuring bacterial viability and a six-month shelf life, this product prevents new tank syndrome and fish loss, making it an essential, easy-to-use treatment for fast, reliable aquarium startup.

## Description

Product description Fritz FritzZyme TurboStart 700 Freshwater Fritz FritzZyme TurboStart 700 Freshwater is an essential product for anyone looking to maintain a healthy and thriving freshwater aquarium. This specialized formulation consists of beneficial bacteria that speed up the aquarium start-up process. Because the formulation is highly concentrated, it can reduce ammonia and nitrite toxicity in new setups and highly populated tanks. Therefore, it ensures that the aquatic environment becomes safe faster than traditional methods. The original live nitrifying bacteria Six-month shelf life Rapidly removes toxic ammonia and nitrite FritzZyme TurboStart 700 is good for fresh and brackish systems Safe to add livestock immediately The main advantage of using Fritz FritzZyme TurboStart 700 Freshwater is the immediate supply of nitrifying bacteria. This product contains strains specifically selected for their nitrification efficiency, playing a vital role in the nitrogen cycle of freshwater aquariums. When fish and other aquatic life produce waste, it breaks down into ammonia, which can be highly toxic. Fritz FritzZyme TurboStart 700 features Nitrosomonas and Nitrobacter species that rapidly convert harmful ammonia into nitrite and even further into nitrate. This process minimizes stress on your aquatic inhabitants and maintains water quality. Imagine setting up a new aquarium and having to wait weeks for the natural biological cycle to complete before adding your fish. With Fritz FritzZyme TurboStart 700 Freshwater, you can significantly reduce this waiting period and ensure your tank is fish-ready in just a few days. The bacteria in this product become active immediately upon entering the water, starting work on breaking down ammonia and nitrite right away. This rapid action is particularly beneficial during high biological load phases, after water changes, or when in Directions Turn off UV sterilizers before use and for 5 days after each introduction of FritzZyme TurboStart 700. Shake bottle; add 29 ml TurboStart per 189 litres of water. Add animals after acclimation. Do not overfill the tank. Do not overfeed. Test water parameters regularly. To reduce driving time, FritzZyme TurboStart 700 can be safely used up to 5x recommended dosage. Systems may be slightly cloudy or have an earthy odor for several hours after treatment.

Review: Let me preface this review by saying that I have never used a product and ran to write a review SO quickly. Before this, I have used Seachem Stability, API Quick Start, and Microbe-Lift Nite-Out + Special blend. They did not seem to help during the nitrite phase of the cycle, which I ended up stuck on for more than 30 full days of not for this product. I had crazy nitrites that were measuring over 10ppm (I have a liquid kit as well I use to confirm the tests in detail, the strips are for quick & easy reads). I hadadded quick start at the beginning of the cycle, with no affect. Then I tried adding Seachem stability daily. Nothing for three weeks. Then for a week I switched to microbe-lift Nite-Out. STILL NOTHING, nitrite levels off the charts and I was panicking doing water changes daily at this point with little to no effect. After doing more research and doubting bottled bacteria products even work, I read on a forum that Fritzzyme Turbostart 700 is a bottled bacteria product that is refrigerated and therefore preserves the bacteria through shipping. I decided to buy a bottle to try it out for myself. The package arrived with ice packs inside. They were melted but the bottle wasn't warm, so that meant all was good. I popped it in the fridge for a few hours before use. I added double the dose to my tank. I included pictures of my water tests below. The first test shows how the levels were before I used Fritzzyme. The second picture shows the water test after a few hours. Nitrates and nitrites clearly gone down by a LOT. The last image shows the water test the next morning, after about 24 hours. WOW! This stuff is GOOD. No more nitrites, trace nitrates, no ammonia. Cycle completed after just one time of using this. Miracle in a bottle. I am currently using it on another tank with the same issue and the levels are going down already too. Moral of the story: Don't bother with any bacteria products that aren't refrigerated. This stuff is the REAL DEAL.
Review: picked up Fritz Turbo Start 700 Freshwater (1 oz) to help kick-start the cycling process in my new aquarium, and overall it’s been very effective and easy to use. Performance: Right away, this product lived up to its promise — within a few days of adding it to my tank, I started seeing good signs of beneficial bacteria activity. The ammonia and nitrite levels began to drop much faster than with traditional cycling methods, and I was able to move toward adding livestock sooner than expected. For freshwater systems, especially if you’re impatient like me or starting a setup quickly, this felt like a reliable jump-start. Ease of Use: Application was super straightforward. I just measured the recommended amount based on my tank size and added it directly to the water. No messy mixing or guesswork — just a quick dose and routine testing. It’s clear the instructions are designed to be accessible, even if you’re new to fishkeeping. Results: My test kits showed that the biological filter became active and more robust much faster than when I’ve cycled tanks manually. Once the beneficial bacteria got established, water parameters stayed stable with fewer wild swings, which gave me peace of mind before adding fish. A few things to note: As with all bacterial starters, you still need to monitor water parameters regularly — it helps confirm things are progressing rather than just assuming they are. While it does speed things up, it’s not magic — you still need patience and good maintenance practices (like testing water and doing water changes as needed). Overall: The Fritz Turbo Start 700 Freshwater does exactly what it sets out to do: it quickly establishes beneficial bacteria and helps accelerate the cycling process in a new tank. If you want a dependable, easy way to get your freshwater system biologically ready without a long wait, this product delivers consistent, noticeable results.

## Features

- The original live nitrifying bacteria
- Rapidly eliminates toxic ammonia and nitrite
- Allows safe, immediate introduction of livestock
- Prevents “new tank syndrome”
- Establishes and maintains a healthy biofilter
- Prevents fish loss – FritzZyme saves lives!
- A safe, natural approach to water treatment

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B084GP275Z |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Batteries included? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | 188,866 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) 1,561 in Aquarium Water Treatments |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (997) |
| Date First Available | 4 Feb. 2020 |
| Included Components | water |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 113 g |
| Item model number | TurboStart 700 |
| Manufacturer | Fritz |
| Part Number | 80513 |
| Product Dimensions | 12.7 x 3.81 x 3.81 cm; 113.4 g |
| Size | 4 oz. |
| Usage | tanks |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Fritz
- **Item form:** Liquid
- **Item weight:** 4 Ounces
- **Liquid volume:** 4 Fluid Ounces
- **Manufacturer:** Fritz

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: How much do you need for a 10 gallon tank?**
A: half of 1ounce should cover it.

**Q: Can you use this product with fish already in the tank.  I am trying to regain lost beneficial bacteria**
A: Absolutely, it is designed to be used with fish in the tank as well as for cycling. Expensive but very effective.

**Q: Does this come with a way to measure dosage? For example can the cap be used to measure dosage?**
A: No it doesn't come with a way to measure it out.

**Q: How much to use for 30 gal?**
A: Use 1 oz per 50 gallons of water, as one can use up to 5x the dosage safely, simply use 1 oz for 30 gallons of water.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by C***N on 17 August 2025*

Let me preface this review by saying that I have never used a product and ran to write a review SO quickly. Before this, I have used Seachem Stability, API Quick Start, and Microbe-Lift Nite-Out + Special blend. They did not seem to help during the nitrite phase of the cycle, which I ended up stuck on for more than 30 full days of not for this product. I had crazy nitrites that were measuring over 10ppm (I have a liquid kit as well I use to confirm the tests in detail, the strips are for quick & easy reads). I hadadded quick start at the beginning of the cycle, with no affect. Then I tried adding Seachem stability daily. Nothing for three weeks. Then for a week I switched to microbe-lift Nite-Out. STILL NOTHING, nitrite levels off the charts and I was panicking doing water changes daily at this point with little to no effect. After doing more research and doubting bottled bacteria products even work, I read on a forum that Fritzzyme Turbostart 700 is a bottled bacteria product that is refrigerated and therefore preserves the bacteria through shipping. I decided to buy a bottle to try it out for myself. The package arrived with ice packs inside. They were melted but the bottle wasn't warm, so that meant all was good. I popped it in the fridge for a few hours before use. I added double the dose to my tank. I included pictures of my water tests below. The first test shows how the levels were before I used Fritzzyme. The second picture shows the water test after a few hours. Nitrates and nitrites clearly gone down by a LOT. The last image shows the water test the next morning, after about 24 hours. WOW! This stuff is GOOD. No more nitrites, trace nitrates, no ammonia. Cycle completed after just one time of using this. Miracle in a bottle. I am currently using it on another tank with the same issue and the levels are going down already too. Moral of the story: Don't bother with any bacteria products that aren't refrigerated. This stuff is the REAL DEAL.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by I***F on 9 January 2026*

picked up Fritz Turbo Start 700 Freshwater (1 oz) to help kick-start the cycling process in my new aquarium, and overall it’s been very effective and easy to use. Performance: Right away, this product lived up to its promise — within a few days of adding it to my tank, I started seeing good signs of beneficial bacteria activity. The ammonia and nitrite levels began to drop much faster than with traditional cycling methods, and I was able to move toward adding livestock sooner than expected. For freshwater systems, especially if you’re impatient like me or starting a setup quickly, this felt like a reliable jump-start. Ease of Use: Application was super straightforward. I just measured the recommended amount based on my tank size and added it directly to the water. No messy mixing or guesswork — just a quick dose and routine testing. It’s clear the instructions are designed to be accessible, even if you’re new to fishkeeping. Results: My test kits showed that the biological filter became active and more robust much faster than when I’ve cycled tanks manually. Once the beneficial bacteria got established, water parameters stayed stable with fewer wild swings, which gave me peace of mind before adding fish. A few things to note: As with all bacterial starters, you still need to monitor water parameters regularly — it helps confirm things are progressing rather than just assuming they are. While it does speed things up, it’s not magic — you still need patience and good maintenance practices (like testing water and doing water changes as needed). Overall: The Fritz Turbo Start 700 Freshwater does exactly what it sets out to do: it quickly establishes beneficial bacteria and helps accelerate the cycling process in a new tank. If you want a dependable, easy way to get your freshwater system biologically ready without a long wait, this product delivers consistent, noticeable results.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by S***E on 31 July 2025*

I don’t usually write product reviews, but Turbo Start absolutely earned this one. My cycle completely crashed after adopting axolotls from a local school classroom. As a new axolotl owner, I made a few mistakes and learned the nitrogen cycle the hard way. For nearly two months, I struggled to restore balance in the tank and was honestly on the verge of giving up and rehoming my axolotls because I couldn’t get the water safe for them. Enter Turbo Start. The product promises to establish a cycle in about 5 days under ideal conditions, but with axolotls in the tank, I couldn’t run ideal temps. I gently raised the water to 70–71°F—safe for my axolotls but still not perfect for bacterial growth. Following the seller’s guidance (they recommend 5–10x for established tanks), I dosed 8x. Over the next 14 days, I watched my ammonia drop to 0 and then nitrites follow to 0. After two months of frustration, it felt like a miracle. I also have to give a huge shoutout to Bay Bridge Aquarium. They sent incredibly detailed instructions—better than anything I found online—and even offered additional support if I needed it. That level of care is rare and very appreciated. Thanks to Turbo Start, my axolotls are happy and healthy, and I finally have a fully cycled tank again. If you’re desperate like I was, don’t hesitate—this product really works.

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