The Best Mosquito Repellents of 2024, Tested
These repellents won't let mosquitoes suck the fun out of summer.
Summer is barbecues, fishing trips, and the distinct high-pitched hum of a mosquito zeroing in on your ear. The latter can ruin your summer fun with constant swatting and the eventual itching. But, mosquito repellent can save the day. To help you find the best mosquito repellent for your needs, I tested a bunch of them in my mosquito-infested woods to find repellents that are effective and user friendly. Here are my picks:
To help you find the best mosquito repellent for your needs, I tested a bunch of them in my mosquito-infested woods to find repellents that are effective and user friendly. Here are my picks:
Best Overall: Coleman Insect Repellent SkinSmart
Best for Backyards: Thermacell EX90
Best Bug Spray: Repel 100
Best Lotion: Sawyer Picaridin Insect Repellent Lotion
Best for Treating Clothing: Sawyer Permethrin
Best Indoor Mosquito Trap: Katchy Indoor Insect Trap
Best Portable Device: Thermacell MR450 Armored Mosquito Repeller
Best Natural: Murphy’s Naturals Lemon Eucalyptus Oil Mosquito & Tick Repellent Spray
Best for Skin: Lemongrass Farms TREK
Best Device for Backpacking: Backpacker Mosquito Repeller
Continue reading more about the various mosquito repellents here.
October 27, 2024
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