While Plastic Tanks are cheaper than their Acrylic counterpart, both have a variety of functions and uses in the reptile world. Plastic has the convenience of being lightweight, with carrying handles and a variety of entrances and openings, making them ideal for livefood, insects or for breeding purposes. While Acrylic tends to be more aesthetically pleasing and used for creating a stunning visual display of multiple tanks, typically as a permanent or temporary home for spiders, reptiles, snakes and other creatures.