Camping Mosquito Repellent Showdown | Thermacell Radius E55 vs Amazon Zapper

[@GoingAwesomePlaces]

Do mosquitoes love you? I'd love to hear your mozzie stories and what has worked and what hasn't. As always, leave a like and subscribe if you found this helpful goaw.pl/AwesomeTube!

[@interstellardove]

Wow i need these in my life as i am stationed in the carribbean...sucks though how i have to add a whole new category to my monthly bills called mosquitoes 😮‍💨

[@Sky206King]

You can connect the Thermacell E55 to a portable power bank to keep it on for longer

[@Thecarcissist12]

As most have already stated the uv light doesnt work on mosquitoes, and even if it did, putting it on the table next to you would than atteact all the mosquitoes in the area to where you are, any attractant traps should be placed on the outskirts of your camp to lure them away

[@GoingAwesomePlaces]

For sure, really great tip here for anyone else reading!

[@vonrollveeg]

Yes, the zapper is almost impossible to clean with a brush - I bring a can of compressed air with me ("Dust Off" 12 oz.). It comes with a very narrow long tube. Swish swish and they are all gone. Also, at least 20 times faster. I usually find a good complement of mosquitoes zapped.

[@GosfordLawrence]

I like the barrier of the thermo, however, do i have to keep it one place or can i move with it and still have that roaming barrier? Like can i place it some where on a baby stroller and go walking and it provides that same barrier of protection?

[@GoingAwesomePlaces]

Ideally you keep it in place. The idea of this is that you want it to basically create a sphere of protection. When you move it, winds will carry it a certain way so you don't really get that full protection all around. It might give you some but it's hard to predict exactly how much.

[@Mega1989]

Well produced video. Unfortunately your view on the zapper is incomplete. Zappers mainly kill everything but mosquitoes because they are not attracted to light. It’s usually non-bitting flies, moths and other types of insects. It would be good to also talk about the long term cost of use of the Thermacell. Love your music!

[@jeremywhitesell2688]

So true. Mosquitos avoid most traps. I wanted a Dynatrap but nope. Got the money aMosquito Magnet at $300 works on most mosquitoes. Nothing else goes in. It uses propane to make CO2 which the females are drawn to. But this is a camping video so that is not gonna help.

[@fyrchmyrddin1937]

@@jeremywhitesell2688 Thermacell makes a standard canister-powered model called the "Backpacker". That's my next camping purchase.

[@mrdixon3765]

Would of been interesting run both side by side at night. Would the Thermacell be a strong enough deterrent to keep them away from the allure of the Zapper I wonder??

[@vladislavbulat5205]

as i understand E55 makes them not hungry , but i think they still going to go on that UV light

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[@leannstandridge1178]

You should use them both together and see if the zapper gets as many without the ThermaCELL

[@GoingAwesomePlaces]

I thought about that but probably also not an ideal test because they work so differently. Thermacell make the mosquitoes uninterested in feeding but they will still be attracted to light from the zapper.

[@ooaqici82qb4ip]

Zappers dont kill mozzies. They kill moths and if you empty the catcher you'll see no mosquitos in it but you will find a truck load of moths.

[@GoingAwesomePlaces]

That is true! We did find quite a few moths in there. Definitely learned that the light only attracts mosquitoes but doesn’t necessarily kill.

[@roncotton7963]

So your callling this fake and him a liar Wow

[@mikegiamalva321]

​@@roncotton7963 it's true. Look it up.

[@ryant1090]

That's my experience too. More moths killed than mosquitoes.

[@RatingARKReviews]

The Elechome Bug Zapper is the best mosquito repellent device for outdoor use. Despite some durability issues with previous models, this one exceeded expectations. It's lightweight, portable, rechargeable, and has a gentle bug light. The long-lasting charge and quiet operation make outdoor evenings enjoyable, free from mosquito bites. Highly recommended, even for bat-friendly yards.

[@WarakuFL]

I’d like to know the date time version. I would appreciate if you could post nontoxic mosquito killer, Repellant or device for day time.

[@GoingAwesomePlaces]

I think the Thermacell E55 is a great option especially during the day

[@marceld6061]

We had a plug in bug zapper when i was a kid in Southern Ontario. mosquitoes near the Great Lakes are insane. Every night it was LOADED with mosquitoes (contrary to the opinions of a few commenters below re: UV light). The problem is, I found out later that they are supposed to be placed AWAY from where YOU want to be as it will attract the insects. I am going to try the Thermocell this summer. I don't like the idea of buying cartridges repeatedly but all the reviews I have seen say that it works.

[@fyrchmyrddin1937]

The Thermacell does indeed work, and from my limited experience, works well - but the "consumables" are expensive, it's an insect repellant rather than killer, and the area covered isn't large. Their "backpacker" model uses standard camping fuel canisters so I'm planning to buy that soon. For UV, the commenters are pointing out that light is the *least* effective attractant for mosquitoes. Scent & CO2 are the effective attractants, because mosquitoes are (engineered to be) attracted to cattle, i.e. sweat, urine, & exhalation. This means that the most effective mosquito killers are those expensive, finicky propane-burning rigs that are somewhat like Catalytic converter. The person who figures out an effective way to make a portable camping rig of that nature will be a multi-billionaire.

[@chapman1569]

I wonder about the long term effects of the chemical released by the thermacell . It is almost like a machine that vapes if you think about it. But I would not vape anything! Anyway if it works it is better than the smell of DEET.

[@daryn2826]

You do realize DEET is a chemical for your skin right….nothing natural works except for a select few bushes like citronella and even then if you have a couple dozen surrounding you.

[@auxrush]

how are these different than any other UV light product?

[@jjg5365]

I could take a bath in 100% deet and still get eaten alive. Only thing that has ever worked are those propane mosquitoe traps or the thermacell personal repeller (the original version) they work great. Or they used to anyways.

[@crazypiratesquirrel3038]

I’m watching videos trying to choose something for my backyard which I like to be out in every night. I hate to say it but since you’re not a yummy snack for mesquites I’m more interested in your wife’s opinion (mesquites love me also). We really didn’t hear a report from her about the bug zapper. Did she get bit? If so, how many times vs what she usually is without any protection? Also, what were the instructions on the bug zapper? When they first came out decades ago they said to place them a little bit away from your area as they tend to attract bugs “to” them. Are the instructions still the same or does it say you now want it next to you to zap the bugs that are near you smelling their snack?

[@Oldcoinsandstuff1]

The battery thermocell takes to long to charge. The gas thermocell that takes the stove canister is the best ( back packer) . Get the multi insect pads. Thermocell products work. Read the directions and pay attention to wind direction

[@tomrum42]

All "zappers" should be placed approximately 10' to 15' or more away from where you are actually at. In that way mosquitos are attracted to the zapper and away from where you are actually at.

[@GoingAwesomePlaces]

That’s a great tip!

[@wdc7582]

Since posting this about a year ago, you must have used the repellent product more times. Did you also not get bitten on each subsequent use of the product? That would give us much better information than the single time you referred to in your video. Thanks!

[@gosman949]

he probably got the product for free and had to send it back! haha

[@wdc7582]

@@gosman949 Yes. I got no response. Crickets!

[@GoingAwesomePlaces]

Sorry for the delay guys! I’ve used it quite a few times since whether in the backyard or at camp and we’ve found it to be effective but not fool proof. My wife attracts a lot of mosquitoes so she still got bit one time but overall it’s still a must-bring for any outdoor activity we do where we’re hanging around one area. We’ve also learned that you need to set it up in advance so it can set up that “dome”.

[@gosman949]

@@GoingAwesomePlaces now you tell me. I have one on order. They are hard to get this time of the year! Especially the one with the light!

[@GoingAwesomePlaces]

@@gosman949 this time of year is a little crazy for these things. I remember the same when I picked mine up a few years back. Let us know what you think of it when you get it!

[@eunicious]

is the chemical in thermacell safe for humans??

[@GoingAwesomePlaces]

He active ingredient that Thermacell used is metofluthrin and have low toxicity and short term, they aren’t supposed to cause discomfort or irritation. They’ve been approved by health agencies because at low levels they are safe when you follow the instructions.

[@xjerryc2x]

Did you get bite with the first one? I know you mentioned the zapper killed them

[@GoingAwesomePlaces]

We were pretty good for that trip actually! We had more of an issue with caterpillars but that was another story

[@GoingAwesomePlaces]

We were pretty good for that trip actually! We had more of an issue with caterpillars but that was another story

[@Leveractionjake]

You are comparing apples to oranges. Thermacell repels while the zapper attracts. If you are going to use both... then keep the the Thermacell close by while keeping the zapper at a distance!

[@GoingAwesomePlaces]

Yes I definitely like that combo approach!!

[@user-sl5bh8kr8h]

AVON soft and gentle moisturiser works . Uk troops where using this product in Iraq

[@northamericanproductions]

I’ll just stick with high strength deet. Much cheaper than those thermocell cartridges. Get a big fire going and some deet and I’m golden.

[@RonFoxworthy]

Thanks! This was a great educational video and solidified my purchase of Thermacell products.

[@GoingAwesomePlaces]

Awesome! I’m glad you found it helpful!

[@shahlaahy4372]

The E-55 model at 70+€s, claiming 29 m hub protection was not true, having to recharge battery every few hours, that the refill lasted only one evening and replacement at 30+€s, as well as no open foods or drinks whilst usage was all an awful disappointment!

[@jimzeleny7213]

While it's satisfying to kill mosquitoes and see them dead, there's an inexhaustible supply of them at most campsites. If the Thermocell stops them from biting you, then this is the way to go. It can be easily recharged from any of those portable cell phone battery chargers.

[@daisyruiz5614]

Can the thermocell one be use with the plug instead of the batteries?

[@GoingAwesomePlaces]

I think if you have it plugged into a power bank or some sort of USB source, that will work

[@Advokat_]

Going to Algonquin in a few days. I'm bringing a zapper, Muskol, Thermacell, AND coils . And mosquitoes don't even seem to like me! hahaha.

[@paulsansonetti7410]

Box fan Catnip Coconut oil B1/thiamine

[@ForkNLeans]

I was excited to be outside after winter then mosquitos love me too much got bit several times and a big welt behind my ear now my lymph node is swollen. I'm so irritated 😩😩

[@GoingAwesomePlaces]

Oh no!! Have you tried the Thermacell?

[@ForkNLeans]

@@GoingAwesomePlaces not yet

[@oddie8523]

Thank you for testing these out brother.

[@GoingAwesomePlaces]

You’re welcome! Hope this was helpful.

[@Terranova0]

How do you prove a negative? Maybe it was just too cold for mosquitos?

[@frankiethefrog1752]

Yea the science is already out on the bug zappers. You’re not killing any mosquitoes with them hardly.

[@timb8970]

My wife is a mosquito hot spot. Which is good because they stay away from me!!

[@GoingAwesomePlaces]

LOL! My wife is the same so I joke that she's my natural repellant.

[@keyofg2020]

It's unfortunate they don't sell these at Amazon.

[@keyofg2020]

@@hair8565 Yes.

[@niceatrya3477]

Can this run while charging on shore power to extend the 5 hour limit of the battery?

[@GoingAwesomePlaces]

Hey do you mean the Thermacell?

[@niceatrya3477]

@@GoingAwesomePlaces Yes. My apologies for not specifying which device.

[@GoingAwesomePlaces]

I wasn’t too sure myself so I just did a test where I plugged it in (micro-USB) and you could have it on while charging. That said it’s not a complete test because I just charged it up recently.

[@mav48185]

Yes you can still use it while it charges

[@jimchabai3163]

I live in Canada as well, and in mosquito zones (My cottage is in lake country Manitoba), 100 mosquitos caught by that bug zapper is really not going to cut it.

[@casper2yall]

Nice video review

[@GoingAwesomePlaces]

Thanks!!

[@c55411]

Mosquitoes ain’t attracted to UV light. 😂😂

[@sethseth9578]

You should test at evening or night. I don’t trust.

[@LincolnAlexander-nm5sj]

362 Katelyn Isle

[@5857521ManitobaInc]

One of the worst reviews ever and totally miss leading. A bug zapper that draws mosquitoes into your space is not going to stop them from biting you. It's only gonna kill a fraction of the amount that attracts the thermos cell on the other hand, clears, mosquitoes from the area to stop them from biting you. Oh, and that oval shape device doesn't have corners if you're going to do a review you, Gotto at least yet basic comments accurate . Here's what I would suggest Get two people spaced them 30 feet apart put one beside the bug zapper and one beside the thermos cell and have them keep track of how many bites they get

[@kyangsable]

Just sub

[@GoingAwesomePlaces]

Awesome Thanks!!

[@osuuma6935]

please stop the music, please!

[@davidmtz1936]

To Much hype for a one night test , is that all you camped I lost 12 minutes of my time.

[@domenicming9551]

when he said he bought it from amazon 🙄

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

Thermacell seems like a product that will get binned in short order. Are the cartridges going to be available forever? Nope. Will they come down in price? Nope. The battery life is too short, it needs an option for an AC adapter or easily replaceable batteries, and the expensive cartridge system seems like a printer ink scam.

[@bubbles1213000]

for the butane thermacell models you can modify the butane cartridges to be refillable and buy the pads only from the "backpacker" set. still a cost but does keep it more reasonable