I have had an established aquascape since 2023 with a variety of plants/moss and bioactive soil. It started out with no animals but there are some snails and a few shrimp. The equipment that comes with it is the filter, LED aquarium light, a timer UV light, a heater, air pump, and diffuser. It’s really nice to look at and requires minimal upkeep. After I added the last few plants, I started having a hair algae situation that I’ve been too lazy to resolve with covering the tank for a few days.
If someone wants to pick up a hobby, I am thinking maybe $100 to account for all the plants and equipment. I have additional filters, sand, and water additives to contribute.