I would think the pump fed is easier to set up

Yes it is, it is how most of us start out, then we get.... smarter? ;o)
Gravity fed filters usually perform better and therefore are easier to
maintain... course that could also be because the ponder is wiser due to
experience. ) ~ jan


See my ponds and filter design:
http://users.owt.com/jjspond/

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