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Flowtron BK 15D Electronic Insect Killer 1 2 Acre Coverage
Last Updated: April 11, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.5
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Product Reliability
82bulb, zapper, working, stopped working, moths
+57%
-43%
" ... I installed this two weeks ago in the back yard and have been incredibly happy with its performance. ... Now with the Flowtron its no longer an issue. ... "
" ... This is really good I like sitting out side a lot especially during the hot summer months and if you got any kind of a light of course it attracts bugs. ... this is a must for anybody that sits outside during the hot summer months. ... "
" ... Built to last! ... "
" ... It's been running for several months without issue. ... I've had it for a few months without issues! ... "
" ... This has been working great for me. ... "
" ... We had the first for about 15 years and worked great til it was dropped and quit working. ... "
" ... This works great for killing bugs. ... "
" ... This thing started working immediately. ... "
Capacity
52yard, mosquitos, mosquitoes, back yard, patio
+88%
-12%
" ... This unit I purchased for my backyard here in the US. ... "
" ... It appears to be doing the job in our front yard. ... "
" ... This lights up the entire back yard and we live in a rural area. ... "
" ... Great bug zapper for the little insects in our backyard we wanted to get rid of but still enjoy being outside. ... "
" ... i had used the product in my back yard covering approximately 9000 sq feet of area with recently invested mosquito eliminating mosquito invested back yard very happy with the result ... "
" ... I hang this outside our deck while sitting outside at night. ... "
" ... My neighbors have ordered their own as well since they've noticed the difference in my back yard compared to their backyard. ... "
" ... Even though our yard is just under 1/2 acre, I ended up buying a 2nd one to put in my front yard. ... "
Cleaning
44clean, attracts, mosquitoes, attract, spray
+77%
-23%
" ... Huge piles of mosquitos bit the dust in one night! ... "
" ... It's full of bugs right now and I have to clean it out regularly. ... "
" ... Does the job well but wow how do you clean this thing? ... "
" ... My wife complains of the cloud of dead bugs that fall to the floor when I clean it so easily BUT I LOVE TO SEE THEM FALL LIKE DUST. ... "
" ... I hung the unit so I can reach it easily to take down and clean the bugs out of it, unplugged of course :) ... "
" ... We just take our leaf blower to it to clean it . ... "
" ... works great and easy to clean. ... "
" ... Less cleaning needed. ... "
Price
24worth the money, money, zapper, worth every penny, price
+96%
-4%
" ... Great product for the price, would get it again ... "
" ... Still worth the price. ... "
" ... This is the best zapper on the market. ... "
" ... Worth the money and a great price compared to other brands. ... "
" ... I have a one acre irrigated lot, This bug killer is the best bang for the buck. ... "
" ... great product and price. ... "
" ... The price for one. ... "
" ... With that being said, it is still worth every penny. ... "
Overall performance
24zapper, zapping, bugs, zappers, mosquitos
+100%
" ... It gets the job done. ... "
" ... Definitely does it's job. ... "
" ... This one on the other hand works fantastic! ... "
" ... Does the job! ... "
" ... Does a great job on getting the bugs. ... "
" ... Does the job well ... "
" ... Does an excellent job of zapping them. ... "
" ... Works very well ... "
Network
23mosquitos, bugs, feet away, acre, zapper
+83%
-17%
" ... Even though our yard is just under 1/2 acre, I ended up buying a 2nd one to put in my front yard. ... "
" ... Our yard may be a little bigger than the coverage area, but at least this helps. ... "
" ... I live in a rural area with a creek running through the yard so we have a ton of bugs. ... "
" ... it was more in the open area away from the trees. ... I moved away from the dogs area and it is located under the trees towards the back of the property that is wooded. ... "
" ... I use one inside my house about 20 feet away form where I mostly stay. ... "
" ... Have a barn surrounded by 20 acres of hay pasture. ... I now have one under the eaves of the four corners of my barn. ... "
" ... I set it up 20 feet from patio and the bugs are now attracted away from the house. ... "
" ... After a little research we found this one which totes a 1.5 acre coverage area and we set it up in their back yard. ... "
Sound Quality
22zapping sound, hear, zapping noise, zapping, zap
+91%
-9%
" ... Other than the bugs getting zapped, it's extremely quiet. ... "
" ... When I hear it zapping them little scums, I love that sound. ... "
" ... Not too loud, but you can hear it working. ... "
" ... Nothing like sitting on the back deck listening to the smooth sounds of bugs getting zapped lol ... "
" ... It does sound a bit like a cap gun, and the bigger bugs to sizzle a bit on it. ... "
" ... I enjoy the satisfying sound of a bug getting zapped. ... "
" ... It's a very satisfying noise to hear when it's working! ... "
" ... Sit and enjoy the sounds as bugs snap, crackle, and pop! ... "
Features
20timer, bulb, bug, fluorescent, bugs
+60%
-40%
" ... I have had a larger Flowtron light for many years that it is still going strong, so this was the obvious choice when I needed a smaller light for another area. ... "
" ... Great bug light! ... "
" ... They are controlled by a timer inside the house. ... "
" ... Had this now since june 2016, no problems just steady death to bugs that have the misfortune of seeing the intoxicating blue light. ... "
" ... It is definitely bright so be sure to have good blinds or something (I do, can't see light from inside). ... "
" ... Smaller unit that our old one - light and a pretty blue light. ... "
" ... Works both as a small security light and bug light. ... "
" ... Just how it is with fluorescent lights.) ... "
Build Quality
20one, first, zapping, zapper, use
+75%
-25%
" ... I was happy with the first one enough to buy a second I didn't expect it to work after being dropped several times. ... "
" ... And the next morning we always see all the legs and body parts of bugs on the roof of our car. ... "
" ... The quality of construction is impressive. ... You can see the heavy-duty zapping grid -not a flimsy wire mesh, and inside, the fluorescent inductive choke-transformer (for the zapping voltage) is also made for many years' service. ... "
" ... this thing is pretty tough . ... "
" ... Very good product, well made and appears durable. ... "
" ... Whatever it has for internals are sturdy and this zapper will fry the biggest and nastiest bugs happily. ... "
" ... This is very solid. ... "
" ... Its been dropped a couple of times and has had no issues. ... "
Marketplace
17works, work, expected, exactly, zapper
+88%
-12%
" ... Customer support after the sale is the test of a good company ... "
" ... Work as advertised . ... "
" ... It is well designed and constructed, and zaps the bugs as advertised. ... "
" ... Thanks for whoever invented this! ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... It has worked as advertised. ... "
" ... Here is what I did: ... "
Returns
12returned, replacement, one, back, work
+8%
-92%
" ... I am currently attempting to return the item . ... "
" ... I returned this item because it did not work . ... "
" ... But I decided just to return it instead. ... "
" ... I think it is time to return it. ... "
" ... We were told they would issue an RMA and to send it back. ... I asked for a label with no response so we sent it back. ... "
" ... I am getting a replacement and returning this one. ... "
" ... I could have returned it by September 15, 2018 and wanted to call the Flowtron guys and get the replacement parts. ... "
" ... Doesn’t work like others posted, still can’t get light to work and too late to return ... "
Software Platform
11killing, zapping, kills, zapper, seconds
+27%
-73%
" ... zaps alot of bugs, doesnt clog up! ... "
" ... Bugs are certainly killed on contact, there's just not many of them coming in contact with the zapper. ... "
" ... These bad boys DESTROY bugs. ... "
" ... I hate bugs. ... "
" ... Hate those confounded lil' bugs. ... "
" ... I put this on the side of my house and it is constantly killing bugs. ... "
" ... Only works for LARGE flies/bugs. ... "
Setup
10wrote, setup, saturday, putting, new one
+100%
" ... Set it and forget it. ... "
" ... I have ordered two spares and will have one installed shortly. ... "
" ... Product arrived intact and is ready for installation. ... "
" ... It works for Washington state mosquitos. ... "
" ... Since installing 4 days ago I have noticed fewer bites in the evening. ... "
" ... After an easy installation, the unit is back on its hook busily killing bugs. ... "
" ... Others wrote more in-depth reviews about maintenance/placement that have helped a lot, so I would definitely follow their advice. ... "
" ... My task was complete. ... "
Night Photography
10light, fluorescent, zaps, zapping, mosquitos
+90%
-10%
" ... Nice night light. ... "
" ... The flies in my house were quite attracted to the UV light at night. ... "
" ... Although the light looks blue in the pic, it looks like a regular fluorescent light. ... "
" ... Keeps on killing night after night. ... "
" ... I place this outdoor in my backyard and all I can hear at night is pop pop pop and flashes of light. ... "
" ... Works really well zapping bugs all night. ... "
" ... Great bug light! ... "
" ... Just how it is with fluorescent lights.) ... "
Design
10looks, like, bug zapper, blue glow, blue
+80%
-20%
" ... what the heck, why is mine purple and everyone eases blue ... "
" ... They made it look almost new again. ... "
" ... It has also done a great job on moths, some green grasshoppers, and other strange looking insects. ... "
" ... This is very solid. ... "
" ... Although the light looks blue in the pic, it looks like a regular fluorescent light. ... "
" ... Very good product, well made and appears durable. ... "
" ... The first few nights, I laid awake just basking in the sweet blue glow and glorious *zap* *zap* *zap* of this thing go off probably every few seconds. ... "
" ... Looks great as well has the look of a lantern rather than a ugly light. ... "
Comfort
10zapping sound, zapped, moths, fall, bug
+70%
-30%
" ... A simple blow and they all fall of. ... "
" ... What ever bug likes light and can fit between the grid it kills them . ... "
" ... Find a comfortable spot and enjoy every one that gets zapped. ... "
" ... I could count the number of reviews I have left for products on one hand. ... "
" ... This one on the other hand works fantastic! ... "
" ... The zapping sound is music to my ears! ... "
" ... Not just for the back splash, but also for your eyes. ... "
Delivery
9zapper, shipping, saturday, flowtron, days
+56%
-44%
" ... The product arrived as promised and was up and running with minimal effort. ... "
" ... Box was undamaged. ... "
" ... Product arrived intact and is ready for installation. ... "
" ... Arrived on time. ... "
Cooling
9live, mosquitoes, cold, bugs, weather
+89%
-11%
" ... One cold snap and this baby in the yard for a week and suddenly you can walk around outside without 10 bites a minute. ... "
" ... Live in Florida . ... "
" ... Mind you I live in Florida. ... "
" ... Usually we are eaten by mosquitoes in Florida. ... "
" ... It has been through extreme heat 105+ Deg and mild cold 18+ Deg. ... "
Fit
9zapper, mosquitos, grid, fall, dead bugs
+44%
-56%
" ... The only other thing that did come in the box with the product was a piece of paper that says not to return it but to call a number for repairs. ... "
" ... However outer plastic was broken where it connects with the screw. ... "
" ... So many bugs hitting it that its not distinct snaps as one gets killed. ... "
" ... It has a weak adhesive on it, not strong enough to hold it in place so I ended up taping it to the bottom of the bug zapper. ... "
" ... The little plate on the bottom that holds the attractant broke off as I tried to remove it so that I could get to the inside of this thing to clean it. ... "
Ease of Use
8works, use, clean, setup, easy to clean
+100%
" ... better built doesn't clog easy ... "
" ... Simple device and just works. ... "
" ... Easy to clean and really attracts the bugs! ... "
" ... It is not a heavy item and is very easy to hang. ... "
" ... works great and easy to clean. ... "
" ... Fairly easy to change bulbs ... "
Cables
8short, extension cord, extension, plug, need
+50%
-50%
" ... The cord is too short, you can’t use it or plug it to any power outlet, you need an extension power cord , no try to hold the dead bugs ... "
" ... it was electric and cord so small ... "
" ... You will have to occasionally clean the tray as bugs get stuck to the wire. ... "
Product As Described
7works, work, expected, exactly
+100%
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Exactly as described and seems to work even better than expected. ... "
" ... works as expected. ... "
" ... Work as advertised . ... "
" ... It has worked as advertised. ... "
" ... Works exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... It is well designed and constructed, and zaps the bugs as advertised. ... "
Food Items
7moths, mosquitoes, fries, even, cooked
+71%
-29%
" ... It fries them down till they are golden and crispy. ... "
" ... Our great friends just moved into a home on the bayou and while we love to go over and fish and cook outside at their house, the mosquitoes are absolutely atrocious! ... "
" ... One less bitter. ... "
" ... I use this in my chicken coop and it lights up very brightly so just an FYI ... "
" ... It doesn't attract as many bugs as I would like, but it fries 'em real good. ... "
Water Resistance
7water, zapping, rains, mosquitos, lake
+86%
-14%
" ... In fact, it's on right now out by the pool. ... "
" ... We live on a lake. ... "
" ... A couple of nights of zapping and we can enjoy the porch overlooking the water. ... "
" ... good rain protection ... "
" ... I live in a fishing village. ... "
Ease of Cleaning
6easy, cleaning, well, use, easy to clean
+100%
" ... Also learned a little trick with cleaning it. ... "
" ... works great and easy to clean. ... "
" ... It is very easy to keep clean. ... "
" ... Does the job well but wow how do you clean this thing? ... "
For Kids
5zap, yard, watching, son, daughter
+100%
" ... Kids like to toss catfood kibbles into it. ... "
" ... My son and l love this thing. ... "
" ... My kids can play in the yard and not get eaten alive. ... "
" ... My kids love watching and listening to it zap the bugs! ... "
" ... Bought this one for my daughter. ... "
Cable Length
5short, extension cord, need, long, inches
+40%
-60%
" ... The cord is too short, you can’t use it or plug it to any power outlet, you need an extension power cord , no try to hold the dead bugs ... "
" ... it was electric and cord so small ... "
Defective Delivery
5-100%
" ... Hopefully this is just a defective unit? ... "
" ... They sent me a defective product. ... "
" ... Came completely broken. ... "
" ... This item was shipped to me in non-functioning condition. ... "
" ... Didn’t work at all Defective ... "
Size
5smaller, one, little, larger, camping
+100%
" ... It even got a medium sized praying mantis. ... "
" ... We use this camping and is FABULOUS. ... "
" ... Oh and its a fair size :) ... "
" ... A great deal and size. ... "
" ... Keep it up for the long haul. ... "
Volume
4zaps, zapping sound, zapping noise, zapping, zapper
+25%
-75%
" ... Really loud, attracts a lot of moths and other bugs more than mosquitoes which is why I bought it for them. ... "
Power Consumption
4bill, grid, electricity, bug
+25%
-75%
" ... DOESN'T WORK just consumes power. ... "
Call quality
4zapping, zapped, zap, call, zaps
+100%
" ... Works well (can hear the zapping). ... "
" ... This is what I call the "Zapper" & I love it. ... "
" ... I can hear them being zapped from inside the house. ... "
" ... Love hearing the zap. ... "
Display Clarity
3porch, bugs, bright, nothing, lights
+100%
" ... So step outside the screen porch and your on your own. ... "
" ... Left in on overnight and you could tell it did it's job well because the screen was FULL of bugs! ... "
" ... IT IS VERY BRIGHT. ... "
Hair
3population, mosquito, insects, bugs, bug
+33%
-67%
" ... In doing research after my purchase, I have learned these just kill beneficial flying insects, and do very little to attract the mosquito. ... "
" ... The population of 'squitos, bats, lady bugs, and horseflies are cut down by 75% and decreasing. ... "
Ports
3extension cord, work, plugged, outlet, extension
+100%
" ... This was an awesome buy, I love it, make sure you have an extension cable, the plug for this guy is only about a foot long. ... "
" ... You need a extension cord to be able to plug in the Insect Killer. ... "
" ... Would recommend plugging into a GFC outlet if you can. ... "
Storage
3mosquitoes
+100%
" ... Large size works great I will buy again ... "
" ... Mosquitoes have been reduced by 95%, and its now possible to enjoy the space. ... "
" ... Going to order some more bate trays too. ... "
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