The Zero In outdoor fly trap, currently discounted on Amazon to £20.99 from £23.98 for a twin-pack (approximately £5 per trap), has garnered over 4,000 five-star reviews and is listed as an Amazon's Choice product. More than 3,000 units have been purchased in the past month.
How the fly trap works
The trap features a unique four-way entry cap, attracting flies from up to a 10-metre radius. It is non-hazardous, providing peace of mind for users. Each trap can catch up to 20,000 flies per setting and offers two to three weeks of coverage. To use, empty the enclosed bait into the trap, add 300ml of water, and hang it where it receives the most sunlight and least wind. Two bait sachets are included per twin pack. When finished, dispose of the traps in a plastic bag with household refuse.
Shopper reviews and feedback
The product has an overall average rating of 4.4 out of five stars from more than 21,000 reviews. One shopper said: "You'll be shocked at how many flies these catch! These fly traps have been brilliant. I put them outside a few days ago and was genuinely surprised by how quickly they started working. They've already caught hundreds of flies and made a noticeable difference around the garden. They're easy to set up, non-toxic and, once they're in place, you can just leave them to do their job."
Another reviewer wrote: "Really effective, working exactly as I hoped to keep flies out of the house in these warm days when all the doors and windows are open." A third added: "Excellent product. Says it works effectively after 24 hours, but after four hours, it had already collected a substantial amount of flies."
Alternative products
Shoppers seeking alternatives can consider the Vango Midge Rechargeable Bug Zapper & Lantern for £19.99 from Decathlon, described as a versatile two-in-one rechargeable light and ultraviolet insect zapper with a hanging hook. Another option is the JML Double Zapper at Robert Dyas for £39.99, which terminates both flying insects and crawling pests, including mosquitoes, midges, flies, wasps, and gnats.
