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Blue Rhino SkeeterVac
MOST IN-DEMAND CHOICE
What we like:
- Easy to assemble.
- Different regimes to attract different insects and bugs.
- Wheeled cart makes it portable.
- Cordless.
- No odor or scent.
- Safe for kids and animals.
What we don't like:
- Propane gas is not included, has to be bought separately.
- Can be used only outdoors.
Review
The Blue Rhino SkeeterVac propane mosquito trap transforms clean-burning propane into CO2 which attracts mosquitoes. Mosquitoes are highly attracted to human breath, which contains a lot of CO2, and by artificially creating CO2 gas we can attract mosquitoes into the trap. When mosquitoes or any other insects have been trapped, the SkeeterVac CO2 mosquito trap utilizes vacuum and sticky paper to keep them trapped. It is advised to place the propane mosquito trap in the shade because mosquitoes don’t prefer direct sunlight, therefore they will be found in larger swarms in shades and in leeward.
Brand Blue Rhino has grown into a large company, from manufacturing only propane gas tanks to having designed barbecue grills, outdoor heaters, mosquito traps, and other outdoor appliances. This mosquito trap has several different regimes, to attract different insects and bugs. Included wheeled cart allows you to transport your SkeetVac mosquito trap all around your backyard where necessary. Assembling and maintaining this mosquito trap takes up a little time and is extremely easy. There is no scent or odor to the mosquito trap. And it is stated to be completely safe for kids and animals. However, you should keep an eye on them while your mosquito trap is turned on, as it does use gas and fire to attract mosquitoes and other pests.
On top of that, you will also have to buy propane gas tank when purchasing the Blue Rhino SkeeterVac mosquito catcher as it is not included. But altogether this is a great money worth products which won’t disappoint you. Moreover, Skeetervac is recognized to be the best mosquito trap on the market, indicating its effectiveness and quality.
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Biteshield Mosquito Trap
MOST DURABLE OPTION
What we like:
- Easy to assemble.
- Waterproof.
- Transferable.
What we don't like:
- Propane tank is sold separately.
- Fragile plastic.
Review
Biteshield Mosquito Trap Guardian is designed, manufactured and distributed by a worldwide company called Lentek International Inc. They manufacture and offer different appliances, concentrating on insect repellents and different pest control products. Including animal control products, for example, dog-off device, to keep your yard free from neighbor dogs that might want to come into your territory.
Biteshield mosquito propane trap uses propane gas, which is turned into carbon dioxide. Carbon dioxide lures in mosquitoes and other biting insects, which are sucked in by mosquito vacuum and trapped into the container. For this mosquito trap, propane gas is crucial in order for the trap to function and be effective. Mosquito attractant, octenol, is also added to this insect trap, which enhances effectiveness, because octenol increases the mosquito attractiveness to CO2, therefore more mosquitoes can be trapped. It is made of durable and waterproof material, which can be washed with water, making maintenance extremely easy. It has wheels attached therefore is movable and can be transferred from one corner of your backyard to the other.
Mosquito trap reviews indicate that although this trap is made out of waterproof plastic, it is extremely fragile when under a force. Therefore you have handled the insect trap without force and with caution.
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Koolatron Guardian Pro
BEST FOR LARGE AREAS
What we like:
- Cordless.
- Easy to clean.
- Waterproof.
- Portable.
- Safe to use around kids and animals
What we don't like:
- The plastic which this trap is made of is fragile and can brake.
Review
The manufacturer of Koolatron Guardian Pro Bite Shield Propane Mosquito Trap is Koolatron, which has been in the business for over thirty years and offers more than two hundred different products for customers in over thirty countries. Koolatron is one of the leaders in manufacturing thermoelectric and refrigeration products and has gained their popularity with coolers and warmers. Now their product line includes home appliances as well, including mosquito traps. Customers and their satisfaction are extremely important to Koolatron, therefore they strive to provide the best shopping experience and customer support.
Koolatron Guardian Pro Bite Shield Propane Mosquito Trap similarly to Mosquito Magnet MM3300 and Blur Rhino mosquito trap uses propane gas to lure in mosquitoes, converting it into carbon dioxide which attracts mosquitoes. In addition, the body of the trap is heated by the thermostatically controlled process to a temperature similar to human body temperature. This way luring in even more mosquitoes. Mosquitoes will assume that the trap is a human body. And once they have been drawn to the trap, the mosquitoes will get sucked into the trap through the opening at the top of the trap. Near this opening there are a few blue LED lights, which are necessary to direct mosquitoes to the right spot in order to suck them in because it is not enough to lure mosquitoes near the carbon dioxide mosquito trap, they need to be close the vacuum opening which sucks bugs and mosquitoes in the trap. Mosquitoes are accumulated into a container, which is easily detached and cleaned. One tank of propane will last up to five weeks, and it will protect approximately one acre of land. Therefore, Koolatron Guardian Pro Bite Shield Propane Mosquito Trap is great at protecting you against mosquitoes throughout the warmer season.
This mosquito trap is also extremely easy maintained, as propane tank needs to be changed only after around five weeks, and cleaning is necessary depending on the number of mosquitoes you have in your region. Even if you have a lot of mosquitoes, clearing out the container where mosquitoes are accumulated will take only a few minutes.
Altogether, Koolatron Guardian Pro Bite Shield Propane Mosquito Trap is a great option if you are looking for something a bit cheaper but still, want to decrease the number of mosquitoes in your backyard and around the house. This is the best mosquito trap because not only they offer an affordable price, but also this is one of the mosquito traps that work and will decrease the number of insects in your garden and around the premises. Koolatron propane mosquito trap is the best mosquito trap, in the lower price range.
Other products to consider
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THE BUDGET ALTERNATIVE
Flowtron PowerTrap
What we like:
- Uses unique octenol cartridge to increase effectiveness.
- Maintenance is easy and simple.
- Automatically controlled.
What we don't like:
- Powered by both propane and electricity therefore has wires and is not portable.
Review
Flowtron mosquito trap M-125 is manufactured, distributed and designed by a family-owned company called Armatron International, Inc., which is operating since the beginning of the 20th century. Armatron International, Inc. began as a manufacturer of an automobile radio, but have enlarged their offer, and now they create a variety of different outdoor products, including outdoor appliances, for example, electronic insect killing devices.
This Flowtron mosquito trap operates similarly to other mosquito traps that work and that use propane to attract mosquitoes. Propane is transformed into carbon dioxide, which is a component of human breath and attracts mosquitoes and other flying insects. When mosquitoes have been lured in, power insect vacuum draws them into the convenient, reusable catch tray, where mosquitoes will dehydrate and die, as they don’t have any feeding sources and they will be locked up in this small container. This mosquito trap has also octenol cartage that releases a proven lure, that together with carbon dioxide increases attraction to insects, therefore lures in even more mosquitoes and insects.
Bright LED lights indicate operating modes of mosquito trap, red is for startup mode and blue indicates operating mode. Maintenance is extremely easy and simple, and it won’t take much time to clean it, as there are no sticky papers or messy glue panels, and you just have to discharge accumulated insects. All operating functions are automatically controlled and don’t need any manual interventions. Moreover, the manufacturer used a platinum catalyst, which is safer, flameless and doesn’t need replacing, making this mosquito trap safe for animals and children.
The only downfall of this mosquito trap is that in comparison to other mosquito traps, this one requires electricity in order to operate, and has to be plugged into the power supply, therefore has wires. But, if you want to be extra safe, wires can be installed below ground, which can be done if you don’t have the desire to transfer the mosquito trap often.
Overall, this is very effective mosquito trap, as it uses additional mosquito attractant, octenol cartage, to enhance effectiveness, and the platinum catalyst makes it safer for it to be used around kids and animals.
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Mosquito Magnet MM3300B
THE MULTI-SETTING OPTION
What we like:
- Five different settings.
- Automatic start up , and switch off.
- Cordless and portable.
- Protects large territory, up to one acre.
- Has a LCD screen, which provides the user with necessary information and alerts when maintenance is needed.
What we don't like:
- Propane tank is not included.
Review
Mosquito Magnet trap is created, manufactured and distributed by a Woodstream Corporation, which owns multiple brands, one of them being Mosquito Magnet. Woodstream Corp. is a private company which operates for more than 150 years and has a variety of rodent control, pet and wildlife care and lawn and garden care products. They have proven to be a trustworthy company offering excellent products and showing growth and innovation. They are offering their customers developed products, with the best quality, safety, and effectiveness.
Mosquito Magnet MM3300 Executive Mosquito Trap uses the same method as Blue Rhino SkeeterVac Mosquito Trap. It uses propane gas to artificially create human breath, it excretes carbon dioxide in the air which is also a component of human breath. As mosquitoes are highly attracted to humans because of our breath, more specifically, because of the fact that we exhale CO2, by imitating human breath and creating CO2 we can lure in mosquitoes into the mosquito trap.
Mosquito Magnet MM3300 mosquito trap has five different settings, four of which are fuel saving modes that extend the life of your propane gas tank. It attracts and captures not only mosquitoes but also other biting insects like midges, black flies, and no-see-ums. This CO2 mosquito trap switches on automatically, when the temperature drops below 50°F and switches off when it rises above 50°F. Because, mosquitoes are not active in heat and direct sunlight, they hide in the shade or grass, so if temperatures are high there is no use for the mosquito trap to be on. It also has an LCD screen, which shows all the necessary information. When the propane or batteries are low and need to be replaced, or when the mosquito trap needs maintenance and cleaning. As it is cordless, however since in order to operate the trap needs some kind of power supply, the Mosquito Magnet MM3300 mosquito catcher is powered by batteries.
Although the Mosquito Magnet MM3300 mosquito trap is very advanced, it will take you a little time to adjust and set it up. In addition, it is completely safe for kids and animals as long as they don’t touch it and play with this product because it does have a propane tank attached to it. Overall, mosquito magnet reviews show that it is recognized to be very innovative and advanced mosquito trap. So this is the best mosquito trap if considering the innovations and technologies.
Overall, mosquito traps and catchers are extremely effective. And although they are a little bit pricey, they will definitely be worth the money considering the number of mosquitoes they will catch. These vest propane mosquito catchers are excellent for use in the backyard and around the house. And all in all, you can expect a significant decrease in the number of insects in your backyard if you decide to invest in one of these mosquito traps.
11 Comments
Brent
So which one is the best. I don’t mind having to plug it in.
Karen
Depends on what you are looking for, Brent!
Oystein
Which one is the most effective, and caught the largest ammount of mosquitos?
Karen
They all are effective. And your success with each of these devices will depend on how and for how large of an area you use it.
Judy Blishen
I live in northern British Columbia…mosquito country which would you purchas if you were to buy one or which do you own
Karen
They all have their pros and cons. But I would go with either the Flowtron or the Blue Rhino one.
Denny
I have found that a lot of mosquitoes are attracted to different types of attractant. Do not assume just because you are using Octonol as a lure, and you are bothered by Tiger mosquitoes, that you are going to be satisfied with the results.
Karen
That’s true, different mosquito species favor different attractants. However, since Octenol mimics the human breath it will effectively lure in most mosquito species, which includes salt marsh mosquitoes, and even other insect species like no-see-ums.
Rick
Denny is correct: Octenol actually repels Asian Tiger mosquitoes. Here in Texas, we use Lurex, which is highly effective.
Chris
Since these traps mimic human feasts, I would assume we don’t need to worry about also trapping good insects such as dragonflys and moths, correct?
Karen
These traps will work on all insects that are attracted by CO2.