There’s a reason this is a classic
Eheim Classic 2217 is a great canister filter that has been proven by many in the hobby as a go to for filtration. I have three of these filters. Two 2217s on a 50 gallon turtle tank and one 2215 on a 16 gallon planted tank. Simple to use and set up. Once you figure out the priming, it’s good to go. I put the SubstratPro in a filter bag for easier cleaning. These canisters are dead silent. Can’t hear them at all. If you are looking for a great canister filter that has been proven reliable then look into the Eheim Classic line. You don’t get all the bells and whistles like other brands but you do get a filter that is a powerhouse with no by-pass.