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PRODIBIO Start Up 6 ampoules is a clever kit that combines live bacteria and ammonia protection to get your aquarium up and running faster and in better condition. Designed for both freshwater and saltwater tanks, it combines BioDigest Start, which quickly initiates the nitrogen cycle, and Stop Ammo Start, which helps neutralize the nitrogen in ammonia to minimize risks during the initial setup. This dual action allows for a more stable biological filtration system to be established from the very first hours. Ideal for a new tank or for restarting a renovated aquarium, this kit helps ensure a safe start, reduces stress on the system, and allows you to introduce your first hardy fish more quickly.
PRODIBIO Start Up 6 ampoules was designed to address a particularly delicate moment in aquariums: setting up a new aquarium. At the beginning, everything is still fragile. The filter isn't fully active, the biological balance hasn't been established, and nitrogen compounds can quickly become problematic if the tank isn't properly managed. It's precisely to avoid this unstable phase that Start Up combines two complementary actions in a single kit.
On one hand, BioDigest Start provides live bacterial strains that begin working as soon as they come into contact with oxygen in the water. On the other hand, Stop Ammo Start acts as an immediate support by capturing the nitrogen contained in ammonia and transforming it into harmless compounds. Together, these two products allow for a faster, cleaner, and more reassuring start , in both freshwater and saltwater aquariums.
In Start Up, BioDigest Start plays a central role. It contains natural nitrifying, denitrifying, and facultative bacteria, selected for their ability to quickly initiate the nitrogen cycle . Their mission is essential: to transform ammonia into nitrites, then nitrites into nitrates, before further degradation into nitrogen. This progressive process lays the foundation for truly functional biological filtration.
What makes this product particularly interesting is that these bacteria don't require a long waiting period to become active. They begin working as soon as they are introduced into the aquarium. There is no complicated reactivation phase or frustrating period of inactivity. The result is a much more dynamic start-up of the biological filter , which clearly improves the quality of the initial setup, especially in a new tank.
The second pillar of the kit is Stop Ammo Start. Its formula, based on specific plant extracts, has been developed to trap the nitrogen contained in ammonia and transform it into harmless compounds. In a newly established aquarium, this action is particularly useful, as ammonia is one of the first serious threats to the stability of the tank and the well-being of its future inhabitants.
By limiting the impact of ammonia, Stop Ammo Start also helps reduce nitrite production during the initial setup . It therefore acts as a safety net while the aquarium is still establishing its biological balance. This is crucial because even with proper bacterial seeding, the first few days remain sensitive. With Stop Ammo Start, the tank setup becomes cleaner, more gradual, and much safer.

The key advantage of Start Up lies precisely in the perfect complementarity between its two components. BioDigest Start establishes and activates beneficial bacteria, while Stop Ammo Start removes ammonia to prevent it from disrupting this critical phase. The beneficial bacteria in BioDigest do not digest the ammonia retained by Stop Ammo, allowing the two products to work together seamlessly .
This synergy allows you to build a stable biological filtration system from day one , with a fast and logical approach. This is what makes Start Up particularly appealing to aquarists who want to avoid a lengthy or uncertain start-up. The kit makes no vague promises: it provides concrete support for setting up the tank with a clear, consistent, and easy-to-follow strategy.
Start Up is primarily used when setting up a new aquarium , whether freshwater or saltwater. It is in this situation that its benefits are most evident, helping the tank stabilize more quickly and preparing the environment for the gradual arrival of the first inhabitants. In freshwater, it allows for the rapid introduction of a third of the hardiest fish after approximately 4 hours. In saltwater, this introduction can take place after about 12 hours for the most resilient species.
The kit can also be used when renovating an existing aquarium . After a thorough cleaning, a major replenishment, or a complete system overhaul, it helps restart biological processes and ensure a smooth transition. It's therefore a very useful product for getting back on track without letting the tank go through an unnecessary period of instability.
The PRODIBIO Start Up 6-ampoule box corresponds to the Standard range for aquariums of 120 to 180 liters . It contains 3 ampoules of BioDigest Start and 3 ampoules of Stop Ammo Start. This packaging has been designed to provide the correct amount of product for this tank volume, without approximations or complicated calculations.
Each BioDigest ampoule can treat up to 1000 liters, while each Stop Ammo ampoule treats up to 200 liters. As part of the Start Up 6 kit, the entire set has been calibrated to provide consistent start-up for medium-sized aquariums. The ampoule format remains very practical: it allows for clean, quick, precise use and is easy to integrate into a start-up or renovation routine.
| How to use it? | What volume? | What dosage? |
|---|---|---|
| Starting a new aquarium with live bacteria and ammonia protection | 120 to 180 liters | Box of 6: 3 BioDigest Start + 3 Stop Ammo Start |
| Restarting a renovated aquarium or after a major reset | 120 to 180 liters | Use the complete kit according to the tank's volume. |
| Introduce the first robust fish gradually after initial stabilization | Fresh water or sea water | After approximately 4 hours in fresh water and 12 hours in seawater |
With its clear design, dual-action logic, and ease of use, PRODIBIO Start Up 6 bulbs is an excellent choice for aquarists who want to set up a tank faster without compromising biological safety . It offers a concrete solution to two major challenges of starting a tank: establishing a true biological filtration system and limiting the risks associated with ammonia.
This kit naturally finds its place among the essentials for starting out, because it helps to build a more stable aquarium from the very beginning. Whether for a first tank, a new project, or a major renovation, the Start Up 6 bulbs allow you to start on a healthier, more practical, and much more reassuring footing.
This SALIFERT brand analysis kit allows you to accurately measure the calcium level of your seawater. Allows you to take 50 to 100 measurements.
This analysis kit from the SALIFERT brand allows you to measure the Kh of your seawater with precision. Allows you to take 100 to 200 measurements.
Accurately tests the nitrate level of your seawater.
Allows you to take around 60 measurements.
Instructions in French
Bio S from Aquaforest is a supplement containing bacteria, which create a favorable environment for the proliferation of strains of Nitrospirae and Nitrobacter .
Accurately tests the phosphate level of your seawater.
Allows you to take around 60 measurements.
Instructions in French
Glass thermometer with suction cup to stick inside the aquarium or decanter.
Nature's Ocean ® Bio-Activ Live® Natural White Sand is a high quality, 100% natural live sand.
Particle size: 0.1-0.5mm
Instant Ocean contains all the necessary major, minor and trace elements, ideal for all types of aquariums.
4 Kg bucket.
Bio S from Aquaforest is a supplement containing bacteria, which create a favorable environment for the proliferation of strains of Nitrospirae and Nitrobacter .
Bio S 50 ml from Aquaforest is a supplement containing bacteria that create a favorable environment for the proliferation of strains of Nitrospirae and Nitrobacter .
Pro Bio S 50ml from Aquaforest is a supplement highly concentrated in probiotic bacteria . For the natural elimination of nitrates and phosphates.
Pro Bio S 10ml from Aquaforest is a supplement highly concentrated in probiotic bacteria. For the natural elimination of nitrates and phosphates.
Pro bio F 25g from Aquaforest is a culture medium for probiotic bacteria . This product improves water quality and helps clean the substrate.
An effective assistant for aquariums with bacterial film.
KORALLEN-ZUCHT cyano clean is a special strain of bacteria that competes with cyanobacteria .
A special strain of bacteria that competes with cyanobacteria.
What they think about it
(and they are right...)
Paul G.
I've been using this product for years to start up a new aquarium or after a complete overhaul, and I'm still just as satisfied! (Translated review)
CATHERINE E.
As requested (Translated review)
Samuel M.
Taken for an aquarium launch, nothing to say for the moment. (Translated review)