Best bug zappers to keep insects at bay, tried and tested (2024)

Amazon

Take fly swatting to the next level with this zapper racket, which runs on two AA batteries to get rid of your insect issue once and for all. Switch it on and the racket weave is live immediately, charged with 1500 volts to defeat irritating bugs. As it doesn’t require mains power, you can easily pack this swatter into luggage to take on holidays or day trips away.

PluieSoleil

Flies outside in nature, one can handle. Indoors? They’ll drive you to distraction. Clear your home of pests with this high-voltage (2400V) lamp, which emits ultraviolet rays to attract unwanted flying insects within 80sqm before killing them instantly. The plug-in lamp comes with a hanging chain, which you can use to suspend it from the ceiling or walls. It comes with a removable tray to make cleaning out the slain insects a much easier job.

ASAB

It is some kind of fresh hell trying to sleep when mozzies are in the vicinity. Whether you have nets to protect you or not, adding a plug-in bug zapper adds an extra element to your arsenal that few of the little blighters - including fruit flies and moths - will be able to get through. This high-voltage electric plug uses UV lights to lure in insects and kill them off, promising to last more than 20,000 hours to keep your home bug-free.

Sendowtek

A big reason people steer clear of camping is the sheer number of bugs. While you can’t do much about the ones outside of the tent - you are in nature, after all - taking care of your inner sanctum is much less of a hassle thanks to this mosquito-killer lamp. This rechargeable device is your new camping companion, emitting powerful UV rays to draw in and kill flies. A plastic ABS safety casing stops accidental touches to the 500V of power and you can even adjust the brightness through three modes making it perfectly useable as a camping lantern.

Kingfisher

Trying to wean yourself or your kids off screen time? A tennis racket-shaped zapper turns slaying flies into a real game as you work to clear your space of the annoying pests. This one runs on two AA batteries and sends controlled currents into meshwork to zap them dead. Game, set, match.

Insect-O-Cutor

No one is claiming that fly swatters are the nicest-looking things to have in the house, so when you find one that's been designed with a modicum of style, it's bound to turn heads. This one is designed for use in dining establishments, clearing areas of up to 40sqm by attracting pests with a unique circular design. It's perfect for outside use, especially for those who love throwing garden parties and BBQs.

Pest-Stop

Skip bug spray napalm and get the power of LEDs to do all the dirty work instead. This plug-in killer is made for eco-friendly pest control: simply stick it into a socket and it will pull the flies in, keeping your space bug-free. For best results, put this in a super dark corner so no other light sources can obstruct it from its mission.

Zap it!

This device offers a two-pronged approach to irritating house flies. First, the super bright LED pulls them in towards the racket before the electrified 4000v mesh net fells them like a scythe. This twin pack will make a great addition to your camping kit and stop you from feeling like you’re being eaten alive when out in nature or by water. No batteries are required either; simply charge via the USB port and you’re ready to go.

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