Can nerite snails live with blue gouramis?

Verdict
Yes

Yes, nerite snails and blue gouramis can live together. Both are fine at 72–78°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.

Nerite snailNerite snail72–78°F · pH 7–8.5 Blue gouramiBlue gourami72–82°F · pH 6–8

Why it works

Water side by side

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The green band is the temperature range both can live in.
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The green band is the pH both tolerate.

Size to scale

Nerite snail · 1 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

Nerite snailBlue gourami
Temperature72–78 °F72–82 °F
pH7–8.56–8
Adult size1.0 in5.0 in
Minimum tank5 gal30 gal
TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressive
Swims atBottomTop
GroupAlone or in pairsAlone or in pairs
DietHerbivoreOmnivore

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Questions

Can nerite snails live with blue gouramis?

Yes, nerite snails and blue gouramis can live together. Both are fine at 72–78°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.

What temperature suits both nerite snails and blue gouramis?

72–78 °F. Nerite snails need 72–78 °F, blue gouramis need 72–82 °F.

What size tank do nerite snails and blue gouramis need together?

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