The 5 Best Bug Zappers, Repellers, And Traps

Not everyone has the desire to hang up a mosquito trap. There are also moments in life, like youth baseball, football, and camping, where no mosquito traps are set up in the first place. This portable mute mosquito killer lamp trap, which can be placed on a table or hung on a nearby hook. It's IP66 waterproofed, making it perfect to take along on a camping trip. You can place this zapper on a table, and it's also rechargeable. It's a little difficult to clean, however. You get 16 hours of power on one charge, and it doubles as a regular lamp, which makes the elbow grease worth it. Plus, it's a budget-friendly pick. It's also 5 inches tall, making it truly portable. No more missing the game to put on bug spray.

The repellent uses not one but three-way protection against mosquitos and other flying insects. The UV light provides warmth and a glow irresistible to bugs, and its durable titanium dioxide coating creates a carbon dioxide trail. A quiet fan then sucks the mosquitos in at the end of the rainbow and contains them. We also love its stylish design-at first glance, it looks just like a regular outdoor light, but a closer look reveals it's a trap. Plus, it's easy-to-use: simply twist to turn it on and off. Make sure to place it 20-40 feet away from where you're sitting so you don't get caught up in armageddon. It won't attract honeybees and other insects important to the ecosystem.

When I want to enjoy a balmy evening outdoors under the illusion that flying insects don't exist, I use this clever USB-rechargeable repeller from Honeywoll, which creates a 20-foot mosquito-safe zone. Perfect for patio hangs, camping trips, or whatever small outdoor gathering you've got going on, this odd little cylinder uses low heat to distribute an odorless repellent that will create a protective field in about 15 minutes. There's no smoke or flame, which makes it safe for kids and avoids the need to carry a lighter. One USB charge lasts around five hours, and the repeller comes with a 12-hour cartridge of repellent that's easy to insert and relatively affordable to replace. I think of this device as a futuristic and foolproof citronella candle - while not so atmospheric, it'll do a much better job of preventing bites.

If the concept of dead bugs makes you shiver, this is the gadget for you. After the insects hit the electrified grid, the remains fall to the ground instead of into a removable tray you'd have to clean yourself. Not only does this work in your favor, but it's also environmentally friendly.

The device is on the louder side, but thanks to its range of coverage, you can place it away from your entertaining space, whether a fire pit, patio furniture, or tent. It's important to note that it needs to be plugged into an outlet to operate, so you might want to purchase an extension cord.

If you have a smaller bug problem indoors, this powerful device uses a UV light to trap small pests, like gnats, fruit flies, no-see-ums, and more. While not technically a zapper, at just four inches tall, it's small and discreet enough to place behind a plant or tucked in the corner and comes in black or white to match your decor.

We also love that it doesn't keep the bugs exposed when trapped; rather, they stay tucked away inside. The glue will stay sticker for a few months, and when you're ready to empty, simply remove the board when full.