Mosquito Magnet MM3100 Liberty Plus Review

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(More customer reviews)After doing my research, I decided to give Coleman's Mosquito Deleto 2500 a try.I first considered the Mosquito Magnet Liberty Plus. But, after reading numerous reviews detailing all of the quality control issues and/or quirky problems people have getting that unit to start and stay lit, I decided that the street price for the Liberty Plus was just too high for a product that didn't seem very reliable or serviceable by the consumer.I also work with 4 people who own either the Liberty or the Liberty Plus and it turns out that 3 of the 4 people have gone through one or more of the well documented non-recoverable problems with these units. I also found a CBS News link that did an excellent test on both the Coleman 2500, the Liberty Plus, and third mosquito trap called the Skeeter Vac - and based on reading that article, I decided to get the Coleman unit.

The Coleman Mosquito Deleto 2500 unit I bought appears to be a re-engineered version of the Mosquito Magnet Liberty Plus, at half the cost, about $330.(Do not confuse the Coleman 2500 with the earlier Coleman mosquito trap which uses sticky paper to trap the bugs.Many reviews of that Coleman sticky trap unit show that it doesn't catch many bugs. - so I decided to stay away from that one also.)

After installing the unit in my back yard, I can tell you that it catches lots of mosquitoes and tiny no-see-ums, and it makes a big difference in getting bitten in my yard.I live adjacent to my town forest, so I placed the unit at the edge of the woods, thinking the bugs will get attracted to the unit before flying around my back yard and biting me and my family.I had a camp fire out back a couple of nights ago, and I was actually able to sit there in shorts without taking a DEET bath! The unit started up easily and I like the fact that Coleman used a simple battery pack which consists of 3-AA NiCad batteries which can be purchased cheaply virtually anywhere when they finally run out of juice. (Try replacing a dead "power module" on the Liberty Plus -HA!!! Good luck and empty your wallet!)

I do have to say that ALL of these propane driven mosquito traps have an inherent problem which potential buyers should be aware of.They use propane at an extremely SLOW rate.A 20 lb. bottle of gas is suppose to last about thee weeks - while running continuously.Because of this, the fuel nozzle opening is VERY tiny and is virtually guaranteed to eventually get clogged - don't be fooled, I believe that the majority of these type of mosquito traps will fail to work because of partial or total clogging of the fuel nozzle!In fact, my Deleto 2500 got clogged and stopped working after a while.What I like once again is Coleman's simple and practical solution to this problem.First of all - the gas nozzle is a $3 part and they give you an extra one.Secondly, it is easily removable by the use of a hand tool that is mounted on the trap so you don't loose the tool. Since you can remove the nozzle, unclogging it is accomplished by simply removing the tip from the nozzle - and cleaning it with a solvent like carburetor cleaner and blowing it out with compressed air.The solvent does an excellent job of clearing out a totally clogged tip and you don't have to shell out $$$ for CO2 cartridges every month to clear out the fuel system like the Liberty.Plus, CO2 alone doesn't clean out the tiny tip as effectively as a solvent- never can, never will!!! You will never be able to clean out the Liberty fuel tip with solvent because, guess what....it is NOT serviceable by the owner.What where they thinking when they designed this!!! Personally, I think this is why there are so many problems with the Liberty units during the second season of use.Coleman's approach to this problem is simple, practical, and cheep!I hope I continue to feel this way next year....only time will tell.Because of this, I think the Coleman Mosquito Deleto 2500 is the way to go, but don't forget, you will have to occasionally clean the tip out to keep it running(or replace it for $3 if you don't want to deal with cleaning it).

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The Mosquito Magnet is the only mosquito trap with patented Counterflow Technology that will significantly reduce the mosquito population in your yard.
Constructed of stainless steel and covering one acre, the Mosquito Magnet Pro is ideal for golf courses, restaurants, and resorts, as well as large backyard environments.
How It Works
Mosquitoes and other biting insects are attracted to humans by the carbon dioxide (CO2) we exhale. The Mosquito Magnet mimics a human by converting propane to CO2, heat, and moisture with its patented catalytic conversion technology. There is no external flame involved in this process.
Attracted by the CO2, mosquitoes and other biting insects are drawn to the Mosquito Magnet. When they reach the trap, our patented CounterFlow technology vacuums them into a net where they dehydrate and die within 24 hours.
The Mosquito Magnet is silent and odorless. When properly placed in your yard, the trap begins working immediately. Noticeable results are achieved in 7 to 10 days. To greatly reduce your biting insect population allow 4-6 weeks.
Only biting insects are targeted including mosquitoes, no-see-ums, black flies and biting midges, not beneficial insects such as butterflies, bees or moths.
What is Octenol?
Octenol is a naturally occurring by-product that comes from plants and some animals, (pheromone and kairomone) such as oxen and cows, that ingest large amounts of vegetable matter. Studies have shown that octenol, when combined with carbon dioxide, is highly attractive to many species of mosquitoes, no-see-ums and biting midges.
Which biting insects will the Mosquito Magnet capture?
Female blood seeking insects such as mosquitoes, no-see-ums (biting gnats), black flies, and sand flies. In some regions, the Mosquito Magnet has captured the yellow biting fly.
Will the Mosquito Magnet capture bees, moths, butterflies, ladybugs, or other beneficial insects?
No. Blood seeking insects have receptors in their maxillary palps (mouth parts) that sense carbon dioxide. Non-blood seeking insects, without these receptors, are not attracted.
Where should I place the Mosquito Magnet?
We recommend that you place the Mosquito Magnet near where the mosquitoes rest (foliage) and breed (water), not near people. If placed properly the mosquitoes and no-see-ums will be drawn to the Mosquito Magnet and away from you.
How soon will I see a difference in my yard?
If placed properly the Mosquito Magnet will begin trapping female mosquitoes immediately. You will begin to see noticeable results within 7-10 days. Within 4-6 weeks the mosquito breeding cycle will be interrupted, drastically reducing the population in your yard.
Is it possible to dramatically reduce the biting insect population in an area?
Yes. 90% of the mosquitoes biting you live within 100 yards of where you are. The other 10% are brought in by the wind (most mosquitoes do not migrate). They cannot detect your carbon dioxide beyond 100 yards. As the females are trapped, the generations are eliminated, thereby interrupting the breeding cycle in that area. This usually occurs after 4 to 6 weeks of continuous use.
How many mosquitoes can I expect to capture?
The quantity of mosquitoes caught varies greatly, depending on your region's infestation level and how it is placed on your property. In tests in the Florida Everglades (high infestation) 1,500 were captured in one night. In more urban areas, catch results may be much less. A good yardstick is "Am I being bitten?"
What maintenance is necessary to keep the Mosquito Magnet running effectively?
The propane tank and octenol cartridge should be replaced every 21 days. We recommend having a full tank on-hand to swap out. The mosquitoes will quickly repopulate if the Mosquito Magnet is turned off. The net should be emptied when it is half full.
What other fuel can be used to run the Mosquito Magnet?
Any combination of propane and butane can be used, including pure butane. Natural gas cannot be used.
Is the Mosquito Magnet cost-effective?
Yes. Estimated propane costs are $10 - $12 per month. The Mosquito Magnet Liberty consumes about the same electricity as an electric clock.
Is the Mosquito Magnet quiet?
Yes. The only moving part is the internal fan, which is virtually silent.
When can the Mosquito Magnet be turned off?
The Mosquito Magnet should run continuously to catch both day- and night-biting mosquitoes until the temperature is consistently below 50º F.
Features

Up to 1 acre coverage--perfect for large yards with deck, patio, or pool areas
Advanced diagnostics
Easy to operate--plug it in, push the button, and relax
Made from furniture-grade plastic which allows for all-weather performance
Wheels for mobility
Includes one net, one octenol cartridge, 50-foot cord with burying clips
No open flame
Patented Counterflow Technology
All-weather, round-the-clock performance
Silent, odorless operation
24-hour protection from mosquitoes, no-see-ums, and black flies

Specifications

Size: 25" x 18" x 33"
Coverage: 1 acre
Construction: Furniture-grade plastics
Self powered; no power cord required
Additional attractant: Octenol Cartridge
Maintenance: Refill propane tank and replace Octenol cartridge every 21 days. Empty net when half full
Warranty: Limited One-year warranty

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Mosquito Magnet Lurex3-OD-3 Biting Insect Attractant (3-pack) Review

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(More customer reviews)We purchased a Mosquito Magnet about three years ago, and it never seemed to do particularly well reducing the number of bites my wife and I received when trying to use our deck or backyard.The Octenol attractant that MM used not only didn't attract the little bloodsuckers infesting our yard, it almost seemed to be repelling them.
Our area used to be infested with regular woodland mosquitoes, but in the past few years, the nasty, aggressive Asian Tiger mosquitoes have pretty much entirely replaced our friendly (by comparison) local breed.We would have done just about anything toget rid of the Tiger mosquitoes that were active 24/7 and never seemed to give up, but I don't want to turn my yard into a toxic waste dump of pesticides.
The new Lurex did a decent job of attracting the Tigers to the trap.In fact, the MM was swarming with them after a few hours.Now our problem was that the MM's fan just didn't generate enough suction to entrap much of the swarm.The Tiger mosquitoes were swarming dense enough around the MM that I didn't want to get near it to empty the trap net without wearing a beekeeper's outfit.
So, yes, the Lurex-3 attractant worked exactly as advertised, but as a complete system, I'm still a bit underwhelmed with the MM until they install a fan with a higher CFM rate.

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Designed exclusively for use with Mosquito Magnet traps, this biting-insect attractant effectively attracts hard-to-catch species such as the Asian Tiger mosquito that are known to carry diseases such as West Nile virus. The attractant lures mosquitoes closer to the trap where they are more likely to be captured. This is done by the attractant's ability to mimic the scents from human skin that cause some people to be more attractive to mosquitoes than others. Changing the biting-insect attractant every 21 days is recommended for significantly increasing catch rates.

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Mega Catch Ultra Mosquito Control Trap MCU-800 Review

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(More customer reviews)I live in central NC.I currently have a mosquito magnet liberty plus in my 1 acre yard.I have had the magnet for 3-4 years.The magnet is very, very problematic.I was looking for something that was a lot cheaper to run and was easily self repairable vs the magnet.I wound up purchasing the Ultra with CO2 bottle from the manufactures web site.

I have only had the Ultra for 1-week.In two days, it had captured at least 5 times more mosquitoes/biting insects than my magnet has all month.I am using the magnet with Lurex, and the Ultra with co2, octenol and light. I'm using the wet-capture system.From past experience, I don't think using Octenol vs Lurex in my magnet would have improved the catch results.After the lurex runs out, I'll swap with octenol to give it a better magnet vs ultra comparison.However, I suspect the Ultra will just simply destroy the magnet in my tests.My magnet NEVER has seen this amount of biting insects captured, ever.

Only time will tell how well the Ultra performs, so I will update this review after a few months

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Mega Catch Ultra CO2 Mosquito Trap provide exceptional and trouble free mosquito control for all situations. Mega catch ultra mosquito control traps can attract mosquitoes from as far away as 150 feet. Mega catch mosquito trap incorporates all the sophisticated design features of the premier trap plus mega-catch's patented variable quantity slow co2 gas release system to increase capture rates of most mosquito species by between 300 and 400%. The programmable system enables the ultra to duplicate a key feature of human respiration by slowly releasing small quantities of co2 into the air plume emanating from the base of the trap. Mosquito control traps comes with the mega-catch patented "Variable Quantity Slow CO2 Gas Release System". Use of this system is entirely optional i.e. while the system is designed to increase capture rates it is not essential to the effective operation of the Trap. Operation of the optional co2 gas attractant system enables the ultra trap to replicate a key feature of human respiration by releasing small quantities of co2 (carbon dioxide). Mega-Catch Ultra insect killer mosquito trap MCU-800 package contents includes:1 x MCU-800 mega-catch mosquito trap incorporating multifunctional programmable timer, 1 x Liquid Catch Container, 1 x Standard Catch Bag, 1 x External Skirt, 1 x 110/12 Volt Weatherproof Transformer, 1 x 60 foot Low-Voltage Extension Cord, 1 x Optional CO2 Gas Attractant System including low pressure gas regulator and 3 foot gas cable with snaplock fittings (cylinder not included), 1 x Stand (zinc plated/powder coated), 1 x Optional Mega-Catch Octenol Fragrance Strip, 1 x Operation Manual. Mega catch Trolley (including cylinder cover) is an optional extra designed primarily for use in conjunction with a mega catch ultra trap. The Trolley can be used to transport and hold a CO2 gas cylinder.

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Mosquito Magnet MM4000 Defender Mosquito Trap Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased the Mosquito Magnet Defender (MMD) model about five weeks ago for my parents home on a wooded, heavily vegetated lot in Ohio.
Having recently seen a TV interview with a West Nile Virus victim that was nearly killed I felt a strong need to eliminate this risk to my parents, who are at greater risk because of their advancing age.
My father likes to sit outside on the patio for hours reading the paper and smoking. Unfortunately, the mosquitoes make it difficult to sit there sometimes. Even so, he is the type of person to brush off the risk and refuse to wear repellent. A prime candidate for West Nile should there be virus present.
I had a Defender shipped to their address and was anxious to set it up and start sucking in huge quantities of mosquitoes. I was hoping for spectacular results because I knew they would find out how much the unit cost and question my decision to purchase it.
We assembled the unit pretty easily but we did have to purchase a new propane tank before starting. The MMD appears to be a solidly built unit designed for constant exposure to weather.
Determining the correct location for the trap is important and the method is detailed on their website. You must also place the trap within reach of an electrical outlet. The cord is quite long but you will need an exterior outlet or a way to run the cord into your house.
Upon startup there is a brief warm up period where the status light on the power switch blinks red. When fully operational it turns to a solid red and stays that way until the unit runs out of propane. You can hear a quiet hum from the fan(s). The unit blows a downward plume of warm carbon dioxide and simultaneously vacuums up the air near the source of the plume. The warm CO2 and an Octenal cartridge (included) attract the biting insects. The insects hover around the mouth of the machine and make a number of passes at it until they get caught in a mild vacuum and sucked into a metal-screened net assembly. The air stream is strong enough to prevent them from flying out and they struggle to stand up in the net until they dry up and die. The open net is visible from the exterior of the machine through a clear plastic access door. You can check the contents of the trap without touching the machine. The net assembly is easy to empty and is sturdy enough to rinse clean and reuse many times. You're supposed to leave the MMD run 24/7 to maximize its impact on the mosquito population.
In the first couple of hours of operation my unit caught a few mosquitoes and a bunch of no-see-ums. The next couple of weeks were about the same. I wanted to see hundreds of mosquitoes but got a couple of dozen. The propane tank ran out after about three weeks and I had a few dozen mosquitoes, a bunch of no-see-ums and a tiny spider that crawled in to eat on the dead bugs. Not exactly a justification for purchase. But there simply were not many mosquitoes present in the yard at that point in their reproductive cycle.
It turned out to be a mistake to measure the machine by the number of mosquitoes in the net. As the previously laid eggs hatched the MMD then captured many of the newly hatched young. Now I am in week five (end of July) and the unit has captured about 50-100 mosquitoes in just the last 3-4 days. They appear to be newly hatched young. I am excited to think of all the offspring these insects WON'T be having and I am reassured that the MMD actually works in the presence of mosquitoes.
And this is the key to owning one of these machines. They are most effective over a period of time. Unlike a vacuum cleaner which does it job in just one pass, the Mosquito Magnet takes in the insects a few at a time and prevents them from reproducing hundreds more for the future. Mosquitoes do not migrate so once you've knocked down your local population it is difficult for them to recover. Having spent a lot of money, the temptation is for wanting a spectacular, instant return on your investment - but that is unlikely. The MMD does catch mosquitoes and probably does so better than other products. But the results are not instantaneous.
The real test will be after two or three seasons. If the MMD can create a mosquito free zone for multiple seasons it will probably have paid for itself. Of course, the more you dislike mosquitoes, the more valuable it will be.
The downside is the cost of the unit. Is there a cheaper way to do the job? Chemicals are probably cheaper, but those have a downside too. The MMD works constantly and with no effort on your part for three weeks at a time. It is easier, cleaner and safer than chemicals.
Unlike Citronella and DEET, which temporarily repels the mosquitoes only for them to return to bite another day and unlike poison which wipes out the entire spectrum of insects, the MMD selectively kills only biting insects. It permanently eliminates them in an environmentally conscious manner. Other insects are simply not attracted to the machine. The ease and cleanliness of the operation are appealing.
I would recommend the Mosquito Magnet Defender because it is promising over the long run. Its design and principle of operation are logical. It does seem to capture a large proportion of the mosquitoes that it comes into contact with and so far it appears to be a good investment.
But only time will be the final judge of its cost effectiveness.

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12-volt electric mosquito trap converts propane to carbon dioxide to attract mosquitoes

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