About
Operating out of Edinburgh, Indiana since 1996, Premium Aquatics has quietly become one of the most trusted names in online saltwater aquarium supply. While their physical location may look more like a shipping warehouse than a traditional fish store — and reviewers confirm it's primarily a fulfillment operation — the experience they deliver to reefers across the country is anything but warehouse-grade. The specialty here is reef equipment and saltwater supplies, and the catalog runs deep.
Customers rave about their selection of Tropic Eden dry rock, Trigger Systems sumps, Sicci filters, LED lighting systems, and high-quality heaters. When a customer needed specific rock pieces for a 15-gallon column tank, staff members Jason and Luke sent photos and videos of individual selections — a level of personal attention that's almost unheard of in online retail. That kind of service has earned them fiercely loyal customers, some shopping with them for over two decades.
Shipping is where Premium Aquatics truly separates itself. Orders placed in the evening frequently ship the next morning, with two-day delivery reaching as far as New York City. But it's the packaging that draws the most consistent praise: boxes of salt double-boxed, liquid bottles sealed in plastic bags and nested in secondary containers, and delicate branch rock individually wrapped in foam.
Reviewers who've suffered through rattling bottles and crushed rock from competitors speak about Premium Aquatics' attention to detail with genuine relief. Customer service is responsive and human — actual phone calls answered by actual people, email issues resolved on Sundays, and replacement units shipped same-day when problems arise. First-time buyers have reported discounts up to $80, and long-time customers mention small surprise treats tucked into orders.
For saltwater hobbyists who want reliable sourcing of reef equipment without the markup or impersonal feel of big-box competitors, Premium Aquatics has been delivering — literally and figuratively — for nearly three decades.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Premium Aquatics in Edinburgh, IN
Premium Aquatics stocks reef fish, live rock and saltwater fish for sale in Edinburgh, IN. As an aquarium store serving Edinburgh, IN, it also carries dry goods and aquarium equipment and offers aquarium consultations.
- Livestock & products
- ReefLive RockDry GoodsAquarium Equipment
- Services
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Established in 1996 with decades of reef industry expertise
- Exceptional packaging and fast shipping — often next-day turnaround
- Staff members Jason and Luke provide personalized service including photos and videos of rock selections
- Competitive pricing with first-time customer discounts
- Extensive selection of dry rock, sumps, LED lighting, heaters, and saltwater equipment
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Is it still open me and my friends were asking just giving it a 5 star because why not :)”
— Jose Varaona5.0a month ago“One of the worst online aquarium suppy stores I've ever bought something from. The customer service is the absolute worst. Take it from me dont buy anything from them. Even if they are a couple bucks cheaper its not worth it. Especially bashsea products they are junk”
— Thomas Urban1.0a month ago“I was very happy with their products and fast shipping. I will definitely be a return customer. Special Thanks to Luke with Support! He responded to a issue I had. I feel he went above and beyond what was expected.”
— Moose Unbehagen5.04 months ago“Premium Aquatics has been and will be my top tier, golden medal, go to shop til the end of time. Throughout the decades, I must've paid for at least one employees' college tuition! You just can't beat the selection, the service, and the prices. And the shipping? Literally 2 days to NYC. Unbeatable. How dare you bless me every dang time. The quality and kindness has always been there, it's their baseline and it's 10/10. Thank you Premium Aquatics for always offering small treats in my orders too. So unexpected, and so very much appreciated. Y'all are the absolutely best in the business and the world needs to know it!”
— Thomas Southworth5.0Edited 5 days ago“Ordered some supplies fast shipping packaging was great will be ordering again”
— Vincent Zimmerman5.0a week ago“Premium Aquatics was the first retailer to have the new Sicci 900 filter. I had been waiting for these to be available and ordered two. I messed up on their website (100 percent my bad). Emailed them on a Sunday and they immediately fixed my error. Shipped my order on Monday, which was a holiday!! Exceptional customer service, 5 stars isn't enough!”
— Scott Griffin5.02 weeks ago“I just had an amazing customer service experience with Premium Aquatics. I had a bunch of product questions and the team was amazing and extremely patient with all of questions. Very informative. Also very quick shipping. A great company that I will go to again next time I am looking for saltwater aquarium related products.”
— Troy Graham5.04 months ago“Wonderful staff always curtious ..”
— Eckard Peters5.05 months ago“Usually, I would support my local LFS, and there are quite a few good ones in the Bay Area. Over the past 5 years or so, I have been shopping online with them when I can't find items locally, and Premium Aquatics has always provided good service, products, and prices. Today, they went out of their way to get the rock selections that I wanted by sending pictures and videos. Honestly, I am blown away! I can't remember any fish store that would spend the time. Anyways, they took care of me today, and I wanted to write a good review to show my appreciation. Thanks, Jason/Luke!”
— Michael N5.06 months ago“Perfect transaction!!! Found these guys during my search for some morroca branch rock for my 15 column. Despite hearing horror stories about shipping woes from other online sellers and this delicate rock being busted up in shipping, my shipment of 3 large pieces showed up completely in tact! The care given to make sure it didnt break was unsurpassed. Each piece wrapped and ends covered with foam. Couldn't be more happy with the outcome. Prices are competitive and was able to get everything else in one shot to get my office tank up and running!”
— Nicholas Seruntine5.06 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (317) 895-9005 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Premium Aquatics.