Can platies live with dwarf gouramis?

Verdict
Yes

Yes, platies and dwarf gouramis can live together. Both are fine at 72–80°F. Plan on at least 10 gal.

PlatyPlaty70–80°F · pH 7–8.2 Dwarf gouramiDwarf gourami72–82°F · pH 6–7.5

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

Platy · 2.5 inDwarf gourami · 3 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

PlatyDwarf gourami
Temperature70–80 °F72–82 °F
pH7–8.26–7.5
Adult size2.5 in3.0 in
Minimum tank10 gal10 gal
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swims atMiddleTop
GroupGroups of 3+Alone or in pairs
DietOmnivoreOmnivore

Better tank mates for platies

All platy tank mates

Better tank mates for dwarf gouramis

All dwarf gourami tank mates

Questions

Can platies live with dwarf gouramis?

Yes, platies and dwarf gouramis can live together. Both are fine at 72–80°F. Plan on at least 10 gal.

What temperature suits both platies and dwarf gouramis?

72–80 °F. Platies need 70–80 °F, dwarf gouramis need 72–82 °F.

What size tank do platies and dwarf gouramis need together?

At least 10 gal, set by the platy. Add space for each extra fish.