Is This Gadget The END of Itchy Mosquito Bites?

After using this Heat It device for a couple months and on multiple camping trips where my family and I were all bitten by mosquitoes dozens of times, I've determined whether or not it actually works. In this review I'll cover the pros, cons, and how this gadget works so you can decide if it's something you really want.
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[@redrob2230]

Grifter

[@geraldkoth654]

A drop of ammonia works fine. After Bite is a nice little pen size applicator, and you can refill it with a syringe easily.

[@Crus0e]

totally agree. it changed my summer

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

Ammonia is for after you get bit?

[@mikeag]

​@@GadgetsGearCoffee Yes. You itch it pretty good and dab After Bite and it takes care of it pretty fast. Burns pretty good for a second if its working.

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

@@mikeag the old After Bite I bought as a kid used to sting on fresh mosquito bites then it would kill the itch and the irritation would go down and I noticed the new ones don't anymore and I don't know if the old ones were ammonia

[@DJNoMask]

That doesn’t sound profitable for this channel

[@marcberm]

I think the idea that a tiny pain cancels out a mosquito bite is something that anyone who's ever done the fingernail trick already knows lol.

[@iSchmidty13]

It's not the pain, it's the heat breaking down the chemical that makes you itch Same principle as the hot spoon trick They explain this in the video though lol

[@quintrapnell3605]

They did explain it. You didn’t listen apparently because your reply is contrary to the comment above and the video explanation it seems.

[@whosjulez1157]

Hmm, i am using the original of this idea (BiteAway) and it works by "destroying" the proteins of the mosquito venom, not "tricking your body" and "forgetting" that you got bitten Anyway, it works very well and reliefs the itch.

[@theoutdoorempire]

Interesting, I'll have to check that one out. There's a good chance that my highly unscientific description of "tricking" is nothing more than me using a word I know to describe a process I don't understand. 😂 So maybe it's that protein business you mention.

[@lennwehrli]

I think that was the original hypothesis of how it works, but the one which is mentioned in the video is the current one according to my knowledge.

[@FlorinArjocu]

If you apply it after a day, I kind of doubt the mosquito's saliva is still there. The itch is, but that is the body response.

[@hovankaramanougiac4737]

@@theoutdoorempire lmao been using a heated spoon for years and works

[@chgoe]

I've been going old school for some time now where I take a spoon and throw it some hot water. I'll take it out and cool it down to the point of hot, not burning hot; and then apply it to my skin. That usually takes care of it and knocks out the itch. But I've been eyeing this gadget when I'm out and about and don't have hot water on hand.

[@SubaruLove]

This is pretty cool. I spent 9 days in the Boundary Waters and after around 30 bites they stop itching. I think the body gets overwhelmed.😂

[@ThePirateCasey]

I'm glad we got video evidence that you can take it "hot and long" 🤣

[@ThePirateCasey]

@user-yx7jy7uu3m send it to your mom's house

[@cajunmonster3248]

So in Louisiana or Florida you'll end up with a dead phone battery because of too many mosquitoes

[@justintrefney1083]

This is genius. As a young child waiting for my clothes to come out of the dryer I leaned on the hot metal and noticed my mosquito bites stopped itching. I've used heat ever since.

[@foxtrotdeltausn4757]

Heat absolutely works. I'll sit in the hottub for a bit if Im all itchy, but you still don't prevent bug diseases

[@CallmeRood]

I thought a hot spoon denatures the proteins that cause the itch, not that it "tricks" your body.

[@flexopuppy]

Back in the 80's, when I used to get bit, I would put my lit cigarrette as close to the bite as I could handle for a few seconds and it ALWAYS made the itch go away. One of the downsides of quiting is I no longer have a small source of heat handy for when I am bit. What an amazing thing. I heard that the heat changes the protiens in the saliva into something that no longer itches you. Hmmm

[@creakycracker]

I also used your trick as well as heating the top of my Zippo. As a former smoker (started at 14 = quit at 68) I also know that what a smoker exhales draws insects to you and you get bit more.

[@marcfavell]

That's the thing: pain is subjective. The temperature doesn't get high enough to cause damage to your cells That's just a what we know so some people might think that's hot I learned that from soaking my feet and thinking about this exact topic so strange because if it's stream cold is beneficial I'm sure it's extreme heat 🤷

[@PurpleButBrown]

I've always done this with a hot teaspoon or a hairdryer. It works for me. This makes it more convenient.

[@NicholsRCGarage]

So isn't this just an expensive way of doing the old fashioned X on your bite with your fingernail? The guy states that you need another impulse to react to...so by pressing your fingernail to your skin very hard and creating pain, you're doing the same sort of thing. It's a cool piece of tech, but I'd rather not get bit in the first place!

[@theoutdoorempire]

Hahaha, I've done the same X thing for years. Maybe it is a similar effect, I dunno.

[@noleftturns]

I'm going to try it for my iPhone 11. We have been doing something like this for 20+ years heat up water in the microwave to 130F stir with a spoon apply spoon to mosquito bite for 15 seconds itching gone 100%

[@theoutdoorempire]

Wow, you're ahead of the curve! This was news to me.

[@CloudSportracer]

A similar product I use is Beurer BR60 and can be found for about 20 bucks on Amazon or even best buy. It takes 2 AAA batteries but works great. My son and I use it even we have an itch.

[@raytribble8075]

It is reactive rather than proactive. I hate spraying down with anything deet, but it works. As for Thermacells I use them also… but all drive them away before to are “bitten” and avoid the risk of viruses through the mosquitoes mouth parts. Same for tics. Granted, not having an itch is good, but unless it penetrates the skin and break down blood born viruses at the sub atomic level… I can’t get into it.

[@theoutdoorempire]

Makes sense, prevention is ideal. Alas, despite my best efforts, bug sprays, and insect repelling devices like a Thermacell, I still get bit and this little gadget is handy.

[@baneverything5580]

In Louisiana I get bitten by mosquitoes up to hundreds of times per day. I no longer get swelling but some of the mosquitoes sting right through bluejeans even. Repellents only work if you cover yourself with chemicals every 20 minutes. Often repellents do nothing. I don`t use cell phones here because only one carrier has a very weak signal that only works outside and I`m on a fixed income and costs of everything have greatly increased. I`d rather get more solar panels, fruit trees, seeds, preps or food.

[@daxx2k]

It works, I've used it all summer

[@bobamos3628]

We have been using heat for years to relieve bug bite itching. We run hot water over the bite or heat a spoon with a flame and apply the underside of the spoon to the bite and it works EVERY time... So, heat really is the answer.

[@theoutdoorempire]

Great tips. It was news to me.

[@anotheryoutuber_]

high output flashlight held against the skin for as much as you can handle, and it works as a flashlight when not used as a heat source.

[@leonelbarrientos995]

It works. Before this was invented I used to apply heated metals (like spoon) to my skin to relieve itch.

[@lindachandler2293]

I heard something similar a few months ago and have been using my hair dryer, which stays plugged in all the time anyways, so all I have to do is walk to it and to be honest, if I'm itching, I'm probably going to the bathroom anyways to get something to put on it. As awesome as it works, I hesitate to to tell a lot of people, because I'm afraid they will use it on children and burn them, since the spot needs to get really hot to neutralize the protein in the mosquito's saliva. It works on spots where I've removed a tick, too, if it hasn't been attached too long. I turn the hair dryer on high and get the bite spot as hot as I can stand by letting the hot air blow on it. I keep the hair dryer at least 6 inches away from the skin and the second it starts to feel too hot I back off. Pause a few seconds. Repeat. I do it half dozen times. If after a few minutes it starts to feel itchy again, I repeat the hair dryer thing. I am VERY reactive to bites and stings and this works like a charm, so I can see how this device would work as advertised and it's portable!

[@theoutdoorempire]

Wow, I'm learning people have all kinds of heat tricks for mosquito bites from the comments. Thanks for sharing.

[@mikeymop]

Ive been looking for something exactly like this! I traditionally use a blow dryer to treat mosquito bites but this is so much more streamlined!

[@PopsGG]

I used to do this with a cup of tea or coffee based on a recommendation someone gave me, it works. Granted their explanation was way different, they claimed that the anticoagulant in the mosquito's bite could be solidified with heat like an egg yolk..

[@theoutdoorempire]

Very interesting.

[@BFArch0n]

I swear I remember something like this existing like 20 yrs ago

[@shaneintegra]

ive been doing this ever since i was a little kit. an old guy showed me it. get a bic lighter and light it for a second to where the metal is warm/hot then touch the insect bite. it instantly works.

[@MountTinMan]

This is so interesting and useful. Is there any data or claims related to something like poison ivy?

[@theoutdoorempire]

Not to my knowledge, that might require some more research. I think the residue that poison ivy leaves on your skin might make this device ineffective on it, but that's just a guess.

[@supjay3945]

The passed few days i would come home from work and walk to the backyard window to look out at the yard i would see mosquitos flying right at my face then fly away. This is behind the glass window. It was like it saw me. A few days later the same thing. I really think the mosquitos i saw were coming at me because it recognizes im a target.

[@theoutdoorempire]

You're on their most wanted list.

[@twloughlin]

The $64,000 question is - what is its effectiveness against ticks?

[@Twistdflinx]

I would like to know as well.

[@snapdragon2441]

Ticks bite and stay in the skin to fill with your blood, they are best removed with a specialist tick remover otherwise you risk leaving the mouth part behind. The other thing to remember in all cases is that this device will not protect against insect borne infections such as malaria and limes disease. It’s designed to stop the production of histamine within the skin. I always take antihistamine tablets for bug bites.

[@twloughlin]

@@snapdragon2441 I appreciate all this information, but it doesn't quite get to the heart of my question. Since this device produces enough heat such that an average person will find it painful, does it produce enough heat such that, if I found a tick crawling on my skin, the heat from this device would kill it? Also, in the past, one remedy for removing an embedded tick was to take the end of a match and apply it to the tick immediately after extinguishing the flame, in the hope that the tick would back out from the heat. I don't think this method is recommended anymore, but I wonder if, with a device such as this, this older method of tick removal might be more effective than the head of a hot match. I am sure the company doesn't recommend such an application for its product, but that doesn't necessarily mean it wouldn't be effective in this regard.

[@savage6394]

@@snapdragon2441. Wouldn’t you rather apply heat to a specific bite location than ingest an antihistamine?

[@theoutdoorempire]

Good question, but I don't know the "real answer." Might take some more research. In my experience, ticks usually induce a different reaction than mosquitos or fly bites. Not sure if tick bites cause a histamine release in the skin that could be countered with heat from the Heat It. Even if it does, you'd, of course, still have to remove the tick first. I don't see how it would prevent any disease transfer from a tick that is possible, and the company doesn't specifically say it works for ticks. I'm inclined to believe it doesn't help for ticks, but not 100% sure.

[@jamese9283]

Hair dryer does the same thing if you have an outlet. Also excellent for poison ivy rash.

[@lennwehrli]

I also have one and I always take it with me. For me it works great. By the way I think your version has a tick removal tool (in the closing mechanism)

[@kyleo1236]

Ironically, I'm watching this video and just had to use a bug bite thing because a mosquito got into my house and bit me while watching this.

[@theoutdoorempire]

Is the universe trying to tell you something?

[@robwi7369]

Haha

[@Josh_James76]

Used to use cigarettes back in the day. Don't smoke anymore. And indeed, it worked............

[@Karim-uknwmg702]

want to see more tech on phones like apps and gadgets related

[@Dbreaker01]

You can use a led flashlight at full power

[@medoe6585]

I remember when I was young, my parents used to heat the metal thingy on the lighter a little bit then place it on the bite and boof it's gone. It does hurt a little but they were careful not to burn me. I still use this trick every time I get bit. Just don't heat up the metal thingy of the lighter too much or you'll burn yourself.

[@zeeshawnali4078]

I discovered this 30 years ago when I'd take really hot showers or run my limbs under a hot tap after getting bit. Been doing it ever since.

[@BlueSOF]

How long after a bite is it still effective? If I wake up in the morning with a few bites from the night, will it stop the itch, or does it have to be applied immediately after a bite?

[@MarkKhaz]

Following!

[@theoutdoorempire]

In my experience, yes, it still works in that scenario. If you've already been itching it and it's swollen or irritated (i.e. the histamine is flaring), then it might take a couple "treatments" to calm things down. But we have definitely used it on bites as old as a couple days with some relief.

[@whosjulez1157]

@@BlueSOF it is best if you do it right after the bite. But I just use it whenever I feel an itch somewhere and it stops it right away

[@dreamkiss4u]

No link to buy the item?

[@poto_max]

you can do the same thing with torchlight of your phone

[@Supercon57]

This reminds me of the opening scene from 'Major Payne' The guy is rolling on the ground in pain from a gun shot so Payne walks up and breaks his finger to take his mind of the pain of the gun shot

[@auaiao9]

Cute man. Love the mustache.

[@user-gr5wf8vv7t]

I used to do this with a lighter I would heat the lighter and use the metal on the skin 😅

[@S1RLANC3]

Isn't Iphone adapter just USB-C as well?

[@theacme1000]

I'd rather avoid all the bites and use deet. Not that I want chemicals on me but I don't want the bites and diseases mosquitos transmit either. If I'm outside with a group of people, I could be the only one getting attacked so I have to spray and just wash it off later. The mosquitos like me too much.

[@theoutdoorempire]

I hear ya, I use deet too. But I still get bit sometimes.

[@lupecope4455]

I just to go fishing with this dude!

[@Flashahol]

Thanks for this video, I may get one. It seems fine for when you can count the bites but I once had thousands of bites (wrong place and wrong time to forget the repellent). I found something that works for large areas, like head to toe: Mint shower gel. Can't find it anymore but there are Mint shampoos that should work as well.

[@theoutdoorempire]

Wow, that sounds miserable. But good tip on the mint.

[@Texas_G_Longhorns]

Bought 3 of them and they definitely work

[@theoutdoorempire]

Thanks for letting people know I'm not the only one who thinks so! Cheers.

[@brionlund2467]

If this works the way it says, then why wouldn’t I just take a bic lighter, light it for a few seconds to get the metal hot and the. press it to the bite? Sure, it’s more controlled and less likely to cause damage to the skin, but bics are a dime a dozen.

[@JediWebSurf]

this doesn't stop the mosquitos from biting you more though.

[@LuisNY]

If you want to find mosquitos come to my house... Any time of the year they will carry you away... I have using a similar pen for years, it does not work well for me...

[@theoutdoorempire]

Well, daggumit. Next time!

[@XEONvE]

funny how you say you are not sponsored but the amazon url has you referral token.... and the review on amazon is not looking good. Lots of 1 star saying its fake.

[@coreydavis7810]

I would love to know whether this would work for chigger bites. I would assume that the itch from chiggers results from the same histamine reaction...?

[@theoutdoorempire]

Good question, but I don't know. Fortunately, we don't have chiggers in Idaho.

[@ShyTownFantasy]

Hot spoon works.

[@rogerwilco1777]

Aww, is there anything that 'really' prevents you from being bit? I'm more worried about mosquito borne illnesses..

[@donaldstrader7241]

I have read some of the comments with interest. Meanwhile I also clicked on the link and it is starting to be sold for a more palatable price, -25% $29.99. However, it says at the link, USB-C (not for iPhone 15)! Huh? Why not? Is there some incompatibility with a USB-C iPhone?

[@bestoftheYT]

They say it wont hurt you. Think about it...

[@THEBLACKMANISGOD82]

Idaho? Not many people who look like me in Idaho I bet....

[@robertdelgado9677]

Days!¿ wait yall have mosquito bites that itch for that long?

[@xelemorf]

I'll try with a cigarette lighter with the metal cover already heated up 😊

[@thomasjeffersoncry]

I dont want a band aid I want a cure ie. preventer.

[@cryptoa.o8919]

My man looks zooted

[@RogerKnowsTech]

How do we make something that kills all bugs to the end of existence? I’m interested in that product. Please comment down below when you release that! 😂

[@christophvolar3481]

It doesn't repel them What's the point

[@brightlightdun]

What!?!?

[@iDoPew]

That affiliate link is completely bonkers. It leads to a amazon page where that thing costs 179 EURO, WTF?! Original retail price is like 25Euros. Don't get yourself screwed guys.

[@theoutdoorempire]

Uh oh, that shouldn't be the case. Are you in the US or a different country?

[@lumpsumgigs]

Wouls have been perfect if it just worked with no app

[@ac346673]

What about wasps and bees?

[@theoutdoorempire]

This could help maybe. It's a similar response from your immune system, but often more intense and I imagine if your allergic to bee stings like I am that this may not be as effective. I haven't used it for that yet, so not sure, but probably has some effect.

[@RustyX2010]

Who was itching during and after this video?

[@joemamamia1751]

Dope! 🤘🏼⚡️🤙🏼

[@theoutdoorempire]

Indeed it is. Thanks for the support, Joe!

[@lijath]

Why don't they make a version that you could use with a battery bank

[@theoutdoorempire]

The software is what controls it, hence the app. But maybe another bigger, more expensive version could run independently.

[@FollowTheJohn]

I can get bitten 25 times in 10 minutes (they love me). Why would this be worth anything to people who get mauled by bugs? Ridiculous.

[@YoKKJoni]

so basically the guy explaning the device just proved the X shape with the nail method to be working. so why buy this if i have my nails?

[@scottypres1]

You didn’t even test it on a real bite. Why did you, idk, record on another day?

[@jackweta]

There are a few products on the market

[@theoutdoorempire]

What others do you know of? Someone else mentioned one called BiteAway, or something like that. Do you know of any others?

[@Jey187]

I haven't watch the video yet, but I'm pretty sure this is a USB C port (I'm no expert though) 😂

[@mariarogers9964]

Dude...all you need to do is go to south east Texas or Louisiana and you will find all the mosquitoes you'll ever need

[@jonathanc.6925]

What if you have skeeter syndrome

[@christopherm1475]

So I can use a lighter

[@djksfhakhaks]

So, instead of buying something for $49.99 i could just use a lighter. At leastbit has a usb c port. My lighter doesnt. But it costs 2 dollars. The lighter doesnt require an app either. Lasts longer also. And you say it doesnt sell my info, wait for the update. We all know how this works by now.

[@Seektruth-59]

Ok, but you still get malaria etc.

[@theoutdoorempire]

Huge bummer!

[@Person_with_uke]

dude just keeps hitting the damm heat like its a fuckin vape like damm dude calm tf down

[@OsamaBeenHarris]

Bro references science and still gets it wrong

[@darrylk808]

So you have to catch dengue before you can use it?😂

[@theoutdoorempire]

😂 No dengue required.

[@paulvalentine4041]

Don't go camping. Build/buy a bat house. How hard is this?

[@theoutdoorempire]

Interesting suggestion. Tell me more please.

[@yualwayscmecommenting3074]

U think it will spread diseases by sharing it? It is a mosquito bite lol

[@YoKKJoni]

also. you been carrying it for a month and couldnt get a before and after pics even.. yeah sure.

[@quebecpatriot1874]

But you still get the Bill Gates mosquito injection, that is what we want to dodge over here

[@theoutdoorempire]

Oki dokie.

[@Maulana_rhodes]

Stop repeating yourself man

[@mariarogers9964]

Idaho just doesn't seem like it's a mecca for mosquitoes, seems like it's a mecca for Californians escaping a communistic mecca

[@LuMaxQFPV]

This could, and should have been a self contained device, with a battery. Using the phone like this, IMO is stupid... and they did it just for the 'wow' factor for dumb people, of an 'app'. smh. Been in electronics all my life.