What has changed in bug zapper technology that affects their effectiveness now?

Feb 16, 2024
10 months ago
Jack ****************
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When I was a kid we had this bug zapper. It was amazing. Zap! Zap! ZAP!! All evening and a mound of dead bugs in the AM.

Tried to buy something similar here and... Well I can see dead bugs inside, but no satisfying light show.

Anyone know what has changed about the tech or products? If I spend more money will I get more action?
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The discussion centers around the effectiveness of bug zappers compared to the past, highlighting changes in technology and methods needed for better results. Users suggest that modern zappers may not offer the same exciting light displays and zaps, mentioning that light alone does not effectively attract mosquitoes without additional attractants. Recommendations include purchasing stronger or double-light models from platforms like Lazada or Shopee, as well as alternatives like using a fan to repel mosquitoes.
Paul ********
One way to make a simple protection from mosquitos is to have a fan aimed at you.

They're weak flyers
Kev **********
@Pathi*****
have a look on Lazada
Klaus ***********
Less bugs than in your childhood same with birds and all kind off stuff
Klaus ***********
Phil Jones ๐Ÿ‘ฎ
John *******
Mine words well as u can see. Yrs, there are a gew research papers out that clearly shows the light attracts mosquitoes!
Jack ****************
ORIGINAL POSTER
@John ******
but does it zap zap or they just die?
John *******
@Jack ***************
It goes off with a big zap! I can hear it across the room. U can also replace the light with blue leds. Works great.
Jack ****************
ORIGINAL POSTER
Jacqueline *************
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Mark ************
I use the double horizontal light and it whacks many mosquitoes but everything else as well. I think it was 300 baht on Shopee.
David ********
Can get one for 500 bht lazarda works great ๐Ÿ˜œ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿป๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ญ
Sue **********
@David *******
which one? you have a picture?
David ********
Mike *********
If you wanting to kill mosquitoes then you need to use an attractant to draw them in. The light alone wonโ€™t attract mosquitoes. The light will attract flies , moths and a few other bugs that enjoy the light.
Steve *******
Mike *********
Octenol is one such attractant for mosquitoes.
J ******************
Have seen commercial versions in restaurants ie more substantial looking but don't know if more effective or not .
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