Can hillstream loaches live with blue gouramis?

Verdict
Yes

Yes. Hillstream loaches and blue gouramis get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 72–75°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.

Hillstream loachHillstream loach68–75°F · pH 6.5–7.5 Blue gouramiBlue gourami72–82°F · pH 6–8

Why it works

Water side by side

55°60°65°70°75°80°85°90°Both: 72–75°Hillstream loach 68–75°Blue gourami 72–82°
The green band is the temperature range both can live in.
456789Both: 6.5–7.5Hillstream loach 6.5–7.5Blue gourami 6–8
The green band is the pH both tolerate.

Size to scale

Hillstream loach · 2.5 inBlue gourami · 5 in0"1"2"3"4"5"6"
Adult length in an aquarium. A fish can swallow anything that fits in its mouth, roughly a third to half its own length for predators.

Care at a glance

Hillstream loachBlue gourami
Temperature68–75 °F72–82 °F
pH6.5–7.56–8
Adult size2.5 in5.0 in
Minimum tank20 gal30 gal
TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressive
Swims atBottomTop
GroupGroups of 3+Alone or in pairs
DietHerbivoreOmnivore

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Questions

Can hillstream loaches live with blue gouramis?

Yes. Hillstream loaches and blue gouramis get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 72–75°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.

What temperature suits both hillstream loaches and blue gouramis?

72–75 °F. Hillstream loaches need 68–75 °F, blue gouramis need 72–82 °F.

What size tank do hillstream loaches and blue gouramis need together?

At least 30 gal, set by the blue gourami. Add space for each extra fish.