The makers of the Executioner fly zapper claim that the product has great longevity and will last for 100,000 zaps. I can’t attest to if this is true or not, but the product does seem very well made, and I don’t have reason to doubt their claims. The Executioner fly zapper runs off two AA batteries, and the makers have been kind enough to throw in a couple as part of the price. This fly zapper is available in 5 different colours, and also a slightly more expensive ‘pro’ version which is larger and made from very strong ABS plastic. I was very impressed with this model after being so disappointed with cheaper products in the past. From now on, I’ll be spending a bit more on my fly zappers. The ASPECTEK Fly and Insect Killer has really helped control the number of bugs in our house but has not been perfect If swinging a racquet around sounds a bit too energetic for you, maybe a stationary fly zapper like the excellent Apectek fly and insect killer might be more up your street – but be WARNED – flies take ages to find their way into this electric fly killer! And I want to be clear, it is VERY effective at killing flies once they finally land on the mesh, but until then it is extremely frustrating. Here’s a look – you can barely recognise a fly once it’s been zapped: In my case I had half a dozen flies in the kitchen, as a test, I left the machine on two days and only got 3 flies. The bottom was littered with other bugs and mosquitos though. I would have to say I was a little nervous about leaving this on during the night hours but I moved it into a location that was safe away from anything flammable. The tray at the bottom saw lots of action in that time, mainly mosquitos and other random flying bugs – sadly it didn’t get all the flies.

The product is a combination of a 2800V electrified grid, and some tubular ultraviolet bulbs, encased in a protective cage for your safety. The Aspectek fly zapper can be placed on the floor or any hard and flat surface, or if you prefer, you can hang it up by the metal chain that comes attached to it. Standing 10 inches tall, 15 inches wide, and 3 inches deep, the 20watt version we looked at was a good size for people who prefer something that is a bit more inconspicuous, whereas the 40watt version has larger dimensions of 12.8” x 25.6” x 3.5”. Wasps have the potential to hurt you if their nest is disturbed. That’s why we can only recommend using a properly trained and qualified BPCA member company.A: Most of the fly killer spray lasts longer than three years. They contain toxic chemicals to kill the bugs, but if you keep them longer than three years, they will become less effective to kill but only repel the flies. I recently tried the Buzbug Fly Killer in my home, and it’s been a game-changer for me. Its stylish design with a PU leather handle allows it to blend seamlessly with the rest of my interior decor, making it a perfect fit for any room. It’s not just about looks though; this bug zapper is highly effective in eliminating pesky insects. With a coverage of up to 5000 sq. ft., it keeps my entire living space bug-free.

But what I don’t like and will not work is if I am trying to sleep or have a nap on the sofa, and certainly not in the bedroom. You will find the UV light too much of a distraction even if you’re not particularly sensitive to light like me. But the wife can’t even nap in the lounge with this on in the kitchen:

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There is quite a difference in price between the swatter zappers and the electric fly killers, so that is your first decision to make. How much of a problem do you have with flies, mosquitos, etc. and is it worth spending a lot of money on? The electric fly killer of mine really works – no question on that, from personal experience I can tell you at the worst of times I can wake up with a few dozens critters in the cooked box. The ergonomic design of the zapper is comfortable and lightweight so that I could easily target bugs with precision, resulting in a fairly clean kill. However, I did find it required a bit of practice to improve my aim and eliminate those pesky flies without multiple attempts.