Sucking mosquitoes.
Literally, the humming bloodsuckers are one of the worst parts of summer, especially when trying to have a pleasant evening outdoors.
While bug sprays and repellants are great choices, the smell and chemicals used can be overwhelming and maybe even a reason for some to skip the spray and suffer the bites.
For your garden and even in your home, don’t let the bad bugs bite you. Instead, check out the many options for bug zappers and LED gadgets that will lure the mosquitoes away from both you and your family, then let them be forgotten with no chemicals or hassle.
Bug zappers come in all shapes and sizes, which is why we’ve broken our list down into the best for outdoor, indoor, and even handheld or solar powered ones. Read on for some electrifying options that cover all needs and price ranges, then get out there without a bite.
Best outdoor bug zapper
Electric LED Light Trap Pest Control Lamp, $ 26.99
Keep pests at bay while basking in the light of an insect-free patio.
This outdoor lamp catches and kills flies and mosquitoes before they bite and attracts them with the LED light. Once the job is done, just unscrew the bottom and just discard the contents. The zapper uses an included plug and LED light so all you need is an electrical outlet and a fun backyard setup.
Dynatrap® One Acre Insect Trap, $ 189.99
Go big and send bugs home.
This XL trap attracts beetles from a huge acre by using two forms of attraction. The LED light is one, but it also uses a CO2-based method that quietly kills the pests without the annoying zapping sound.
Dynatrap 1/2 acre cover insect trap with stand, $ 169
Another aesthetic choice from Dynatrap is the smaller version with a stand for outdoor use.
Sold at Pottery Barn, just hang the trap on the included stand and set it up in the garden or yard for half an acre of insect repellent with a super-quiet fan that won’t fidget or hum like the pesky pests you might want to try prevent.
Stansport 2-in-1 Bug Zapper Lantern, $ 30.99 $
A great outdoor portable option, this zapper lantern is a camper’s best friend.
The small LED zapper has it all and offers both light for your outdoor area and protection against vermin with the zapper. It uses a USB for charging and then can last up to 18 hours wirelessly.
Best indoor bug Zapperza
Brison Indoor Plug-in Bug Zapper 2-Pack, $ 23.99
Tell pests to buzz.
Keep creepy crawlies out of your home with a couple of indoor zappers. All you have to do is plug it into an electrical outlet, preferably near doors and windows where insects can fly in, and the device will do the rest. The pair is available in either black or white to match your home and discreetly dispose of insects in your home.
Atomic Beam Insect Zapper, $ 11.99
Kill two pests with one stone.
The Atomic Zapper not only kills flying insects, but also drives away all other pests in your home with UV sound waves that mice cannot stand. Best of all, it’s safe to use at home as it doesn’t require chemicals or sprays that stink or harm people and pets.
Eon Luxe Solutions Indoor Mosquito Killer, $ 39.99
Say no to bugs and no to zapping.
If you think you can’t have both, think again with the Eon Luxe device sold on Amazon. Instead of zapping and electrifying bugs, it actually uses a fan to suck the bugs into the canister, where a sticky no-escape sticky board is waiting for them to trap the pests inside.
Best bug zapper racket
Bug Off Electric Fly Swatter 2-Pack, $ 27.50
You: 1, mosquitoes: 0.
This tennis game has only one winner and it’s not the pests. Just beat your problem away with the handheld bat, use electric power to zap the bugs and kill or defuse them to leave you alone depending on your size.
Dynazap® Extendable Insect Zapper, $ 14.99
Don’t let bugs get the upper hand or higher ground.
Instead, check out this extendable and pliable flap from Bed Bath & Beyond. The device can extend up to one meter and since it can also be bent horizontally, ceilings and walls are no match for this zapper.
Best solar powered bug zapper
PIC Solar Insect Killer Torch Bug Zapper, $ 31.57
Brighten up your night without taking a bite.
Not only do these solar powered flashlights look beautiful in low light, they also offer protection from pests. The LED flame effect looks like beautiful candlelight, but it attracts really light-loving bugs and then zaps them inside. When the night is over, simply unscrew the top and the non-contact drip tray can be emptied and reused night after night.
Bug Zapper solar powered, $ 37.99
You can also use the power of the sun to protect yourself from pests day and night.
The solar powered zapper is sold on Amazon and contains everything you need to keep mosquitos at bay. Let it charge in the sun, or on cloudy but faulty days, it also comes with a USB cable for the old-fashioned way of charging in an emergency.
Solar-powered double-headed LED mosquito killer lamp, $ 39.99
Kill mosquitoes on the floor or on the wall wherever they are.
This solar powered panel can be used with a stake in the ground and can be easily installed on any patio or garden. It can also be mounted on a wall next to your back door or your outdoor dining area to prevent bugs from getting in or to treat you as their next meal. Point the solar panel towards the sun to charge, but don’t worry on cloudy days as a USB charging option is also included.
