Mosquito Traps: Reviews

Reviews say the Mosquito Magnet line consistently outperforms its competitors by capturing more mosquitoes and a greater variety of species. The Liberty mosquito trap boasts a compact metal frame and a quiet fan. This… model uses a propane tank to produce carbon dioxide gas that simulates human breath to attract mosquitoes. A synthetic octenol attractant is also used. A Lurex attractant is an option -- Lurex has been especially shown to attract Asian tiger mosquitoes that are a problem in the southern U.S. Once mosquitoes are attracted, they are sucked into a bag where they dehydrate. The Liberty mosquito control system is made for about a one-acre area (though critics say this is overly optimistic).

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Although reviews agree that the Mosquito Magnet mosquito trap is better overall than the Mega-Catch trap, the Mega-Catch Premier doesn't require a propane tank or produce CO2. Instead, it uses the chemical attractant… octenol and a UV light attractant. Reviews say this technique is almost as effective as the Mosquito Magnet traps, but you don't have to bother with a propane tank. The Mega-Catch is rated for about one acre. The Mega-Catch mosquito traps don't have a Lurex option, so the Mosquito Magnet is the better choice if you live in the South, where Asian tiger mosquitoes are prevalent.

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Like the Mosquito Magnet traps, the SkeeterVac SV-27 uses CO2 to attract and kill mosquitoes. It also uses water vapor, heat, LED lighting and octenol as attractants. The main advantage, though, is that the SkeeterVac is… cordless, powered by a propane tank and a single AA battery. The trap is rated to cover one acre. Reviewers posting on Amazon.com give the SkeeterVac above average reviews, citing excellent customer service and the affordable price.

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