Kobalt vs Black Flag 🦟Mosquito🦟 Foggers Which Is Best For You!🦟

[@bryangaleazzo8618]

I bought the Kobalt because it was on clearance for $32, the battery and charger are worth more than that. The Kobalt really should be called a mister, not a fogger and both really have 2 different uses. The fogger keeps fine particles in the air for a very long time and is great for wide open areas, the mister sprays a light coat on surfaces. Fogger gets them in the air, mister gets them where they land. I live in a wooded area and use the mister to spray trees, shrubs, my wood fence, on and under my deck, and the outside of my shop. I have also used it with herbicide and insecticide on the lawn. I’ve never used a fogger so I’m not sure how long a treatment will last but I feel like the mister lasts longer because the chemical stays on the surfaces instead of dissipating in the air. The mister does require more chemical than the fogger and the non sale price is quite a bit more and the fogger seems like a faster application. Ideally I might wind up with both, the mister for more long term maintenance and the fogger seems ideal for use before outdoor events.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Totally agree with you! Thank you for watching!👍

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Kobalt is not available on Amazon at the moment I will add it once they get the stock back up!

[@billgarrey3935]

Appreciate the comparison. It made my decision easier. Thank you!

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Thank you and thank you for watching!

[@MikeStamm1058]

As others have said the kobalt is really more of a mister and you should dilute the liquid to the spray rate on the label for your target pest! You only need to mix a tablespoon or two per the half gallon and fill the rest of the tank with water.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Awesome! Good information! Thank you for watching!👍😊

[@SlackerU]

I think there is a place for both. Sometimes it's rare to get windspeed below 2mph so you'd kinda need a mist to not be treating the whole neighborhood. I wish they'd make an adapter to put on our leaf-blowers.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Absolutely! Thanks for watching!👍

[@melroyel2235]

I'm a ULV fogger/mister guy all the way. I have 3 of them, one pro quality handheld ULV fogger (electric) for major jobs, a backpack ULV fogger (electric) for large jobs outside, and a battery-powered 1/2 gal similar to the Kobalt for portable jobs. I'm beginning to love the battery-powered one because when I am outside and I need a quick knockdown of mosquitos I grab it and pull the trigger and lights out for bugs. The other two are for large whole lawn type jobs. The handheld pro one puts out a mist so fine it's like smoke, perfect for ridding a home of bed bugs or any type of bug. Just start at the back and work your way to the front then leave home with a few windows cracked for a few hours and no bugs whatsoever when you return.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Yeah I do like the ease of use of the kobalt but it's definitely more a mister than fogger, thanks for sharing and thank you for watching!!👍

[@MrDAVIDSBBABY]

How long does your treatments last

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

I would say during the summer roughly a week or so depending if it rains! They say from 30 to 90 days but I haven't found that to be true! Thanks for watching!

[@nyacoustics8373]

The fog on the yellow in is super thick ! Kobalt is thin and misty

[@Clandestino21]

Thank you for the tutorial. Very helpful. My brother-in-law has the fogger and he also recommended that one. I was trying to get the kobalt, not anymore. Thanks

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Thank you and thank you for watching!👍😊

[@jojoowens9309]

Thank you for the review, I just ordered the new version of the Black Flag, I found a hack to make fog for my filmmaking and photography by using the propane fogger and mineral oil. Thanks again.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

That sounds pretty cool! Thank you for watching!👍😊

[@E85_STI]

Interesting so it’s a high powered fog machine instead that’s cool.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

It's a great idea as long as no one ever puts insecticide in it at any point lol

[@E85_STI]

@@WhitehouseFarmVet I have a fog machine for Halloween but I got this for my small back yard it’s probably overkill for my size yard but still it will last much longer this way and I have refillable 1 lb propane tanks so it’s cost effective

[@bryanwoody8634]

Great video in helping me decide which fogger to purchase. Sometimes the original model is better...

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Awesome! Thank you for watching!😊

[@TonyArune]

Great video. Can you let us know the type of gas bottle you used for the Black Flag fogger. Trying to source if that type of gas bottles available in Australia

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

No problem buddy! It's just propane!!! You can hopefully get the slim 14oz bottles they are used for all types of applications! Good luck let me know how you make out! Thanks for watching!😊👍

[@TonyArune]

@ sure, can I ask if the bottle is BOM fitting type. Thank you

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

@TonyArune yes it is, it's used for all types of camping gear etc! Good luck!

[@mikejoe9121]

I want to ask you does the fog adhere to your backyard like the mister leaves the insecticide on your plants also great info I really need this info

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

I'm sure whatever residue from the fog sticks around, I've used it for years and it works great not sure on long term I normally fog before party's and people coming over other than that I don't fog and it works great for those days, long term I think the mister would probably be better! Thanks for watching!

[@mikejoe9121]

@@WhitehouseFarmVet that you great video let me like your video great help god bless

[@rashadcollins6454]

Great info! Turning the camera around 180 degrees to the other side of the table would’ve made your light/video quality TONS better. Natural light baby!

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Definitely!!! I noticed that after I started editing 😖😂 Thank you for watching!👍😊

[@philliphall5198]

I use a old weed eater motor and made my coils and guard Works great and can put out a lot more smoke

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

That sounds awesome!

[@williammills3733]

Thanks for the video. Wish I had watched it b/4 I purchased the propane fogger. I'll continue to use it for rest of this yr and watch for the Kobalt to be on sale. Also, just a thought, don't leave a hot fogger laying on the ground where your kids can get a hold of it.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Thank you for watching!👍

[@D3adP00I]

Thank you for this video.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Thank you and thank you for watching!👍😊

[@VanTekConsulting]

Different applications. Microdroplet mister/fogger is to lay down insecticides, and the "Fogger" is a repellant which lasts 6 hours or so. This is not a either/or, rather a both for effective pest control.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Definitely each serves a purpose! Thanks for watching!👍

[@VanTekConsulting]

@@WhitehouseFarmVet Thanks for doing the comparison. Watching gave me good info on the fogger.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Awesome! Thank you!👍😊

[@jdmhoustonimport]

Can you use one pound propane tank on those?

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

I would assume so they take the blue 14 oz tanks no problem it should fit I'll have to try it out and let you know! Thank you for watching!👍

[@JR-xs2ec]

The question is…Do these fogging fluids…do they kill the mosquitoes? or push them away to comeback later

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

They do both! keep them away and kill them! Thank you for watching!👍

[@dkfkbanderas1]

What if you put the mosquito liquid in a party fogger, will it work?

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Lol not sure Definitely interesting, if you try it let me know! Lol thanks for watching!

[@Manuel3525m]

I need one of this kobalt I need more of a mist not fog to fog neighbors yard not a sprayer .

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

They both work like I said it's a matter of preference i use both but I fog more because no neighbors! Lol have a great summer and thank you for watching!

[@KBlue728]

Great review. I’m sold!!

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Thank you! And thank you for watching!👍😊

[@mercedesbenzs600bash]

So is more fog more effective than the mist???

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

No just different uses, i think the fogger is better for mosquitos and the mister is better for all other ground insects! Thank you for watching!👍

[@mercedesbenzs600bash]

@@WhitehouseFarmVet Much appreciated...

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Anytime!😊

[@manuelaquino7587]

Great review

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Thank you and thank you for watching!👍😊

[@olepossum3970]

When do batteries ever last as long as the makers say they do?

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Lol I agree but think back 20 years ago I never would of bought a battery powered tool, now with lithium batteries it's crazy what they can do and how long they last, definitely come a long way now that's why I mostly use is battery powered tools! Thank you for watching!👍😊

[@olepossum3970]

@@WhitehouseFarmVet do you think the batteries willlast as many years as your Black Flag Fogger did?

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Probably not! They will degrade over time but you also have to look at propane costing 5 bucks a bottle and the batteries are 29.99 there might be a break even point, at least it's an option that's why I did the comparison between the 2, and I still think black flag is my go to!👍😊

[@paulorr9262]

I had a cobalt snow blower and it worked for a long time.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Even though I'm big on dewalt I cant really complain about any of my Kobalt tools and equipment, but this fogger/mister , is definitely more of a mister than fogger they should of just labeled it as a mister, but works great for ground insects, the black flag is definitely a fogger and works great on mosquitoes! Thank you for watching!👍😊

[@netwt449]

I don’t know if you can use a “dilutable” liquid in the Kobalt but you are not to use any liquid that can be watered down in the fogger… this is a big difference as using dilutions in the fogger voids the warrantee.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

I always just stick to the pre made bottles!

[@thefontsforfunhustleig3026]

Great vid! Do you recommend wearing goggles and respirator?

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

It's always good to have any type of protective gear! If your in a windy area it probably would be a good idea! or if you buy the pet safe spray then you should be okay! Thank you for watching!👍😊

[@jerryware5749]

Ryobi makes a mister like the Kobalt for those already in the Ryobi 18v battery system. Still on the fence about whether to go with the mister or fogger. Can get the fogger or the Ryobi mister for about the same price.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Each serves there own purpose, I personally prefer the fogger but both work great for different applications, thank you for watching!👍😊

[@fireinacan]

Hart has one as well.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Thanks for watching!

[@kennethcastaldo7239]

Kobalt is better for ground coverage like you said & black flag is best for brush and trees.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Definitely! Thanks for watching!👍

[@JR-xs2ec]

The yellow one is the same as the Cutter I have…I had the same but electric mid 2005’s … it worked amazing…I just got the Cutter and is even better than the electric one I had…Awesome product… The blue one? Nahhhhh I would return it immediately.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Lol I definitely prefer the black flag ,yeah i think the cutter is the same thing they work great, the kobalt I guess serves a purpose if you use it with the tool line because it takes the same batteries but definitely agree with you! Thank you for watching!👍😊

[@richardwilliams3302]

Thanks for sharing.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Thank you for watching!👍😊

[@trevorpayne7292]

can you use sulfur, or other pesticides for the Black Flag fogger?

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Not sure I usually just use whatever fogger solution I can find, I'm assuming if it's a liquid it can probably be added but not sure how it would work? Thank you for watching!👍

[@rick7702]

I have the kobalt fogger. I’m looking for a pet friendly mist. Any suggestions would be helpful. Thanks in advance.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Wondercide outdoor pest control is safe for pets, but it's also 75.00 a gallon! Thank you for watching!👍

[@olepossum3970]

It's pesticide poison. Not going to be pet friendly. Keep pets away during use.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

You can buy pet friendly fogger solution it's just more expensive! Alot of the pet safe ones contain a peppermint oil and other natural ingredients used for bugs!

[@shballard7]

Pyrithim may have spelled it wrong

[@Ret_Army_Combat_Vet]

Kobalt is a sprayer and Black fog is a fogger

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Thanks for watching!

[@Manuel3525m]

The fogger it’s not the problem what u spray it’s the problem that doesn’t work I try so many products and they keep biting like there’s no tomorrow.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

I agree you need to find what works for you and the type of insects and the area you live in!

[@robertperrotte5958]

got it Lowes today, Kit on clearance for 32 dollars

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

That's awesome! What made you choose the kobalt over black flag?

[@wjmfour1530]

Dang it shows $129 online

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Check lowes they had them on sale you can pick them up cheap!!!! Thank you for watching!👍😊

[@ragingbull4546]

To me, Black Flag Mosquito Fogger is best. because it is fogger !

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Yeah kobalt is definitely more of a mister gets ground bugs good but I cant stand mosquitos and black flag definitely takes care of them! Thanks for watching!👍

[@Stopthegreed]

Can anyone tell me what to use in a propane Burgess particular fogger. The issue i have is they sell this Burgess fogger here in New Zealand but they dont sell the premix Black flag fogging mixture thats recommended for use. But i can get an insecticide that can be used but they have no information on ratio and what to mix it with? Obviously i dont want to blow myself up. Ive read you mix with diesel? But i need to confirm this. Anyone out there know? Cheers.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Not sure but if I find out I will let you know! Thanks for watching!👍😊

[@davewarhurst2519]

The two are incomparable. They operate completely differently. A cold fogger will work with anything. A heater based fogger can destroy some materials.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

They are both for Insect control!

[@davewarhurst2519]

Each one is for a completely different type of function. One sprays under high pressure, and the other uses a heating element. A true comparison would be between two foggers with identical function and purpose. You may as well compare a helicopter to a submarine​@@WhitehouseFarmVet

[@allprideconstruction]

No alt is a lot more universal

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Definitely especially if you have the 24 volt line of tools!

[@powerhousecountry8209]

Can Black Flag kills thrips, mealybugs and spider mites indoors?

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Depends on what you buy to put in it, but these are meant for outside!

[@powerhousecountry8209]

@@WhitehouseFarmVet Can I use water mix with neem oil on Black Flag? Would it make a smoke?

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

@powerhousecountry8209 not sure never tried that!

[@09jlivers]

Fogging wise is way different than pest control effectiveness. I know that would be hard to compare on camera though. I'm going to go with the Kobalt as I already have the line up plus overall cost is much lower due to propane cost and the Kobalt sprayer in on sale right now for 89$ (w/battery) but I've heard of people picking them up as low as 30$ (w/o battery). My concern would be those active chemicals have to be burning off at the coil, so it's really just smoke that is driving the bugs off, but misting will actually coat the insect or be ingestible by the insect for more prolong results. Again, just a personal opinion that I'm basing my decision off. I do like the idea of the fogger under a house though (crawlspace) because mist droplets will inevitability fall were at gases like the fog will have more lift and rise. Both serve their purpose.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Definitely each serves their own purpose and it really is a preference thing! Thank you for watching!👍😊

[@karlschneider1105]

it seems the fogger one's product is blowing away...drifting into areas you aint aiming for...the mister can use a greater variety of chemicals because it doesnt use heat to vaporize them.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Definitely they both definitely have pros and cons! Thank you for watching!👍😊

[@allprideconstruction]

Kobalt is a lot more universal

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Definetly especially with the other tools with 24 volt system!👍 Thank you for Watching!

[@PeaceIn180Days]

I truly do don't want to be rude, but it seems you did not read the product application and any safety directions. The intent is to spray insecticides requiring considerable amount of dilution and PPE. Extremely unsafe without protection and while kids are playing in the yard. Please check the directions on the products and if this is true, please remove and redo this video so other do not go out and repeat the same.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

No not at all its always good to hear feedback and concern! Remember insecticide does not mean poisonous!!! It means any substance to kill insects! These are not concentrates they are a diluted mix sold for residential use without need for a commercial license hence why any lowes,home depot,ace hardware etc can sell them. The black flag and Ortho can be harmful if swallowed or absorbed through the skin from the bottle, just like most cleaning products you keep under your sink! in spray form it takes 30 pumps of each which is alot for 1000ft of coverage which obviously as the directions say its safe to spray just not in 5mph or over winds because obviously you dont want to spray it back in your face even in vape form im sure thats not good for you somehow!, The Orth insecticide if you read the labels say right on the front safe for humans and animals! But obviously not something you would want to swallow or bath in im sure of that! You can also buy a lemongrass insecticide spray which is all natural! The user just needs to know what type of insecticide spray they are using! Thank you for watching and concerns!👍

[@davewarhurst2519]

Each one is for a completely different type of function. One sprays under high pressure, and the other uses a heating element. A true comparison would be between two foggers with identical function and purpose. You may as well compare a helicopter to a submarine

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

You are the only one of 31,000 plus people that don't get the comparison! So......... thanks for the comments and have a great day!

[@artherrightus7399]

Is nobody worried about cancer? Not being a jerk. Being serious

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Whenever using anything like this and even weed killer it is always something that you have to think about and your definitely not a jerk for thinking that! it's always in the back of my mind whenever using any chemicals! The pesticide and weed killer that you see at all of these stores that anyone can buy are what the EPA consider minimal health residential use, meaning they are not the concentrates that commercial businesses use and need a business license to purchase! But dont let minimal fool you they are still toxic , and risk is always there!!! I totally get being worried about possible cancer effects! 😖 This is not something we use all the time and they do make pet friendly alternatives to add , they are just more expensive and that's what we normally use when we do fog! This was just a video showing what most people buy and use! I do appreciate your comment because it's TRUE we never truly know how harmful or toxic stuff is until 40 50 plus years later when they come out and say ,hey that stuff was causing cancer! But fogger was around since 1943 and there has not been any published cancer threat, but once again you never know! So it really comes down to the individual ,do I use it or not? Thank you for watching and thank you for a great comment!!! 👍😊❤

[@garyjones3364]

After contracting Lyme's, I worry about insect borne disease.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

@garyjones3364 sorry to hear that! You always hear the stories but until it happens to you!😥 I hope you have a good summer and thank you for watching!

[@denveyebanks4787]

You say the Black Flag fogger works great. I have tried it several times. Fogs is incredible but it doesn't kill crap. Bugs fly through this stuff and don't die. So I'm not sure what you are talking about. Are you paid to say this? The Kobalt is not a fogger dude! I think you are supposed to mix with water to treat surfaces. City folks living in the country don't know I guess.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Black flag fogger does works great!!! I'm thinking operator error! You have to know what fogger is right for your area and what fogger insecticide to use! You only mix with the kobalt if you use a concentrate! Black Flag and Kobalt guess which ones a fogger? Answer (Both)!!! Guess which ones a fogger and mister??? Buy what's right for your application!!

[@denveyebanks4787]

I did read the label with the list of bugs it was supposed to kill. It does not work. The fogger works great! It fogs the crap out of everything but the fog does not kill bugs. I fogged inside my shed then shut the door overnight. Next day no dead bugs on the floor. That is NOT operator, it is product failure. Selling snake oil.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

What insecticide are you using?

[@denveyebanks4787]

@@WhitehouseFarmVet Not using for 8 years but it was the Black Flag brand insecticide. I do know what I'm doing and talking about. I'm 60+ yrs old. Been around the block a time or two son.

[@WhitehouseFarmVet]

Yeah I'm not sure? our biggest thing is mosquitos I have been using that black flag for years and it's always worked great for us, I would spray a couple hours before a party etc and it would keep the skeets away! I'm not sure if the fogging liquid has a shelf life or not, maybe try a different brand like CSI 4-4 it's a concentrate which contains permethrin or something similar but they are also more expensive but it might be what you need for the insects in your area! Good luck and let me know how you make out or what you decide to do!👍