Acrylic or Glass Tanks

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Depends on preference, both have advantages over the other.

Glass for one is harder and doesn't scratch as easy. Glass tanks are often cheaper due to easier construction, thinner material requirements, and better supply.

Acrylic has the most advantages but the biggest disadvantage, it scratches easily but..
Scratches can be repaired (glass cannot)
Acrylic is much lighter than glass, it also insulates better, is impact resistant, has stronger seams and has superior clarity when compared to glass (especially with thicker material).

Also two main types of acrylic exist extruded and cast, cast is harder than extruded and will not scratch as easily.