Niteangel Super-Silent Hamster Exercise Wheels: - Quiet Spinner Hamster Running Wheels with Adjustable Stand for Hamsters Gerbils Mice Or Other Small Animals (M, Brown)

You can get cheaper wheels but you get what you pay for. This is much smoother than those, heavier so the wheel has momentum once it gets going. But such smooth bearings that even my little 5 week old field mouse that I found and nursed can run on it. I got the medium size, I can't think of a reason to get a smaller wheel as it works for little adolescent mice, unless perhaps you don't have room in your mouse home.

Update: our hamster died 36 hours after I introduced this wheel into her cage. She was about 3 months old and healthy. I had washed her cage out with soap and water (as I've done with every other hamster we've had), then I put in fresh food and bedding as well as her new wheel. She appeared to like it and ran on it that evening. I remember smelling a dirty-cage smell in her cage that night but thought, that has to be in my head because I just cleaned it. The next day, everything was fine, but the day after we found her lifeless in her cage sleeping in her hamster home. My daughter was devastated. I can't prove that she died because of something with the Niteangel wheel and it was very quiet, which it was supposed to be, so that is why I am leaving my 5-star review. I did notice a thin film on the Niteangel wheel after she passed. I can only assume it was dried urine and smears of feces. Maybe she contracted an illness? Maybe the new wheel stressed her out because it was so large? At any rate, the wheel is very nice and runs smoothly but I just wanted to put out a reminder to keep an eye on your hamster when introducing new things.I had a hard time spending the money on this but wow, I'm so glad I did. When we opened the package, I couldn't stop spinning this wheel - it truly is silent. I am in shock. I am also surprised by how sturdy and well-made it is. I don't really want to stick it to the bottom of the cage with the sticky adhesive because I want to be able to clean the cage well and also move the wheel to a different spot if we so desire. It does not feel like it would ever tip over so I might make the wheel a bit taller, then pack the bedding in over it rather than put it on top of the bedding.

Excellent wheel! This is the 3rd wheel I have purchased for my hamster because of the noise. I am not kidding when I say this is almost silent. My hamster runs all night long and this wheel is absolutely worth every penny!

The most badass wheel made. Solid, heavy enough to stay upright, sturdy and quiet as if not even spinning ,far far nicer than the oxbow one im replacingWORTH EVERY PENNYJust remember to not fill it with water to clean or you’ll rust the bearingsI bought this as a replacement for Oxbow silent wheel because I stupidly filled it with water to clean and rusted the bearingsI will NOT be doing that with this new wheel!!

After using a smaller wheel which squeaked so loudly it kept everyone awake, I opted to get this silent wheel and my Syrian (and my family) is so thankful for it. It's smooth, quiet, and big enough for my big girl.

This wheel is absolutely perfect. It's completely silent and my hamsters and gerbils can move them with little to no issue. I have tried other wheels in the past and my animals couldn't even get the wheel to move because it was too stiff. This was not an issue with this product and my animals absolutely love them!

The media could not be loaded. I really love this wheel! I purchased the XL large for my syrian. It’s super silent at night (unless any items is on the wheel when hamster is running) and super easy to spot clean! However, I must mention if you plan to get a pedometer with this wheel, there’s a possibility of the logo not being able to be removed. I’ve written to niteangel’s support, but they just responded with “ Upon reviewing the description you provided, we have identified the issue. Initially, our quality control personnel may have tightened the logo cap a bit more securely to prevent it from falling off during the hamster's activity.” and restated the same instructions I mentioned I already followed in my initial email, providing no guidance. I sent a email back stating I already followed through, but there was no response back yet. There was no way for the logo to come off, no matter the force and I was really looking forward to seeing the amount my hamster could run. I will see if I am able to replace it for a not faulty wheel, just disappointed this happened after I’ve set everything up.Update: Update: Niteangel responded stating they’ll send me a new one as the other wheel was faulty. This logo came out much easier on the first try. They stated I don’t need to send the old one back, instead I can donate it. They also sent extra supplies for the trouble. I’m really grateful they’re responsive!

If they could change two things, the ridges where the hamster's feet run is to big for their little feet. And because of the silence, now you risk your hamster falling because they stop and the wheel keeps going fast.