Best Outdoor Bug Zappers

We feel that all good appliances should have some sort of multifunctionality to them and that’s one of the reasons we like the Flowtron BK-80D. This powerful outdoor fly zapper can also serve as a pretty bright light source. The 80 W UV-light inside the metal cage gives off warm blue illumination, which blends easily with other light sources.

Of course, that’s not all there is to like about the Flowtron zapper as the device also covers up to 1.5 acres, more than the size of a football field. We doubt that your backyard is that big but better safe than sorry, right?

There’s one downside to the Flowtron BK-80D being super-powerful, namely its energy consumption. It makes sense that a coverage area this big and a light that bright would eat up more than an average lamp does. In the big scheme of things, your electricity bill won’t increase that much while the bug population around your home will dwindle drastically.

You can also run this zapper in any weather as it’s made of polycarbonate which is fully resistant to the elements. The metal cage won’t rust and the plastic won’t get deformed even if you leave the zapper outside for a while.

It’s tough to find a better UV-light zapper than the Flowtron BK-80D as long as you don’t mind a slightly higher electricity bill. The lamp is powerful, covers a large area, and leaves no bugs standing. Or, rather, flying.

The biggest selling point of the Flowtron BK-40D is the housing's material. Where most manufacturers rely on plastic, the people behind this product decided to go with polycarbonate instead. And, sure, the material in question is generally a bit more expensive than ABS plastic, but it is also much more rugged and its weatherproof properties are simply superb. It doesn't crack nor does it rust or fade under the effects of heat, sunlight, snow, and rain, so the bug zapper will be able to faithfully serve you for years to come.

Materials aside, there's also the coverage area that makes this zapper such an attractive choice for a variety of customers. Being able to cover up to 1 acre of property, the model will prove to be a great solution for people with a large backyard. In terms of performance, it relies on the same working principle that employs the services of UV light and an electrified grid. And when it comes to maintenance, aside from the aforementioned durability of the housing, there's also the fact that the light bulb is really easy to replace without any additional tools. Finally, you could also make an argument that the product can be used simply as a decorative lantern or as an additional security lighting.

All things considered, the Flowtron BK-40D could definitely be described as the best outdoor bug zapper if for no other reason than the model's durable and rugged housing. The weather outside won't always be forgiving, but it doesn't concern the zapper from Flowtron as it will be able to handle it all.

The HEMIUA is yet another lantern-like zapper on our list but, this time around, it is completed in a sleek and, more importantly, waterproof housing that enables using it virtually anywhere given enough power.

Speaking of power, this appliance is corded and will need a 120-volt power source. Although any cord extension will do, we recommend using only the best ones that have appropriate insulation, especially if you want to hang the zapper outdoors on your porch.

Conversely, let’s consider the actual zapping. Equipped with a 4200-volt electrified grid, it is quite effective at doing just that - insect extermination. To aid in that, the zapper also features an attractant trap in the form of a single HEMIUA UV bulb that can lure annoying flying pests with good consistency. The only thing we would like to see improved is making the insect tray bigger since the stock one gets filled surprisingly quickly, which requires cleaning it up quite often.

Summing up, despite the small size, this HEMIUA zapper is an excellent bug zapper for both indoor and outdoor use. Thanks to its well-protected housing, however, it will be best suited for outdoor use close to the entry points that insects may use to get inside your house.

At a glance, it becomes obvious that the BLACK+DECKER Bug Zapper looks different from many other lantern-style bug zappers on the market. Contrary to similar products, this one is fitted with a quite elaborate insect grate that incorporates holes of different sizes. This design ensures that the zapper lets through both smaller and larger insects closer to the high-wattage bulbs and, as a result, they die in-between the grates. Owing to this construction, cleaning the actual metal grid will be far easier since the bugs won’t stick to it too much. Plus, this insect killer comes with an easy-clean tray, meaning you won't need to take apart the entire unit to empty it.

When it comes to effectiveness, this BLACK+DECKER insect killer comes with two replaceable 18-watt bulbs that ensure quick extermination of flies, mosquitoes, greenheads, gnats, wasps and other biting nasties. Simply set it indoors on any flat surface or hang it up on your patio. The pack includes a strong chain that lets you hang the zapper vertically from any hook you have.

The unit has a resilient waterproof design that stands up to any weather and matches any backyard decor nicely. So, if you're after a sleek bug zapper that won't ruin the look but will provide a quick reduction in bug bites and gnats, this product by BLACK+DECKER is worth your consideration. With a unique grid design and replaceable bulbs, it'll provide long years of relief.

With thousands of positive reviews on Amazon, this Bug Zapper & Attractant is a real best seller for a reason. As the name suggests, it's not a simple zapper but a 2-in-1 model that also acts as an attractant for flying nasties. What makes it so effective is that it comes with an additional bug attractant cartridge with R-Octenol that should be attached to the bottom tray (there is a special compartment inside the lid). This way, not only does the UV light bring insects into the "trap" but also the smell of attractant lures them to the grid.

Once insects get close to this 2-in-1 zapper, the 4200-volt electric grid kills bugs on contact. When the unit is on, it makes a very faint hiss that is non-bothering at all, but when it zaps a bug, there's that classic snap which may be quite loud if it kills a quite big bug.

Made with the extra-bright 20-watt lamp, the TBI Pro zapper offers an impressive 195 sq. meter coverage for indoor and outdoor bug control. It looks like a modern lantern so it blends nicely, hanging in a backyard patio area, which cannot be said about models with the rectangular box design. It also comes with a chain but you can hang it up using just the “O” ring on top. The zapper is delivered pre-assembled, so you should simply install the attractant, screw on the bottom and you're ready to go. Effective and extra "attractive", it's a good insect killer to use on larger areas.