FLEXTAIL Rechargeable Tiny Mosquito Repeller 329°F Heating 30ft Protection Zone Ultra Mini with Camping Light Magnetic Design for Outdoor Camping Backpacking Patios(Repellent Pads Not Included)- Black

When I first read the reviews of this product there were a lot of people that complained that there were no mosquito repellent mats that were shipped with it, but after researching it was apparent that Thermacell Mosquito Repellent Mats could be trimmed down to fit, but what I didn't know as just how convenient that would be! I had decided to purchase this product based on a camping video from one of the YouTube channels I subscribe to. Even though the video is out of Korea, they provide English subtitles and it's a great channel that I enjoy watching. They were using the same product and appeared to work very well (according to them, as well as what I saw in the video), so I did some searching and found that Amazon carried it. I was a little concerned though, as I wasn't able to locate any mosquito repellent mats that were sized to fit it, but figured I would try cutting down the Thermacell Mosquito Repellent Mats any way, since they provided measurements for the mats that would fit it. What I found out when it arrived was that simply cutting a Thermacell Mosquito Repellent Mat in half (on the long side) results in two pieces that fit perfectly in this device. If you use two mats together (to maximize the device's repellent abilities) in the two slots, one Thermacell Mosquito Repellent Mat does the job with absolutely no waste, so I couldn't' be happier! The device is well-built, solid, works very well as both a mosquito repellent device (with two "strength" modes, you can repel mosquitoes around the campsite as well as a smaller area like a tent), includes a great little lantern with four modes of brightness, ranging from a ~4W night light all the way up to ~40W bulb, and other nice features (including an excellent and durable carrying case), is definitely something I'll be taking along with me on a LOT of camping trips (not to mention when I'm just relaxing in my hammock in the back yard)! Combined with its quality build and effectiveness, just the fact that I can use *one* Thermacell Mosquito Repellent Mat cut in two for use in this device without any waste whatsoever easily cinched the deal for me. Thank you!!!

Flextail has revolutionized the lightweight camping device industry with the 5 oz "Tiny Repel". Mosquito repellent, adjustable camp lantern and portable power supply. all in one. This device uses a rechargeable battery to heat a insect-repellent pad that produces an odor-and flying-pest free area up to 20 feet wide. (TIP! Buy the repel pads from Flextail, they work and fit much better than the pads from other producers..) The lantern provides from 40 lumens (60 hours) to 400 lumens (8 hours). Used on the High Sierra Trail in Sept of 2023, which had an abundance of flying pests, enough that I was wearing a bug mesh head net and gloves. During a break I started the Repel and propped it against a nearby stump, and after 2 or 3 minutes of warm-up time, noticed a significant lessening of pests, enough so that removing the head net for drinking was possible. At camp, the Repel not only provided a relatively bug-free environment but a pleasant lamp as well. Hung it in my tent, worked great. The battery needed a recharge after 6 or 7 hours of repellent use. A little heavy and battery-intensive for multi-day backpacking, but for car camping/ campground use...Heck yeah!

I would give this a 4 star review, however with the support the company gave me with a defective item, I'm going to give them a 5. Unit was replaced and at my doorstep in 3 days. Now on to the unit. This is a really small device like a thermacell. I really like it better, because it's rechargeable, so I don't have to keep buying butane for it. Which is a major cost saver! I love taking it fishing. I'll often clip it on my shirt collar and be mosquitoe free. The light function is really good. Warm color led light that is really bright. Added plus that the company doesn't state is you can plug it into a power supply like a USB battery bank, and run it while it re-charges!

Absolutely terrible. Did not come with mosquito mats. No link to which exact mats will work. It's gonna get return. Terrible advertising. Mats should be an added ordering choice.

Update: after a few more days I finally received a response and they sent me out a replacement unit. I'll update more once I have some time to use the replacement. Mine shipped malfunctioning and I didn't know it until the first use which happened to be a few months after purchase. It seems to have some sort of short to the battery and will not stay on. I have contacted support but they have not responded for 4 days now. Can't currently recommend.

I use this constantly in summer to keep the mosquitoes and gnats away. I clip it on whenever I take the dog for a walk in case I need it. I know it works because I get bitten when the battery is done or the pads are finished. The size is great and I occasionally use the light and the magnet function. They’ve finally started making their own inserts so I can stop cutting thermacell pads in half.

So I really wanted to love this.. it would have been perfect for our lifestyle.. we camp often, picnic at least a couple times a week and spend a lot of time in the woods all year. We have the thermacell backpacker and absolutely love it but hate having to always have a fuel can with us. I thought this would be perfect due to size, light and battery. The light works great and I love the hanging feature. It's also small, lightweight, and easy to pack. The downsides are.. the charge doesn't last long. We have tried it on low and high heat without the light and really only get a 2-3 hours of use before it needs to be recharged. Also, it doesn't seem to heat enough to really disperse the repellent resulting in mixed effectiveness. We usually get 3-4 ft radius on high without wind. This could be great for someone at a soccer game for the night or a quick picnic/hike but expect to recharge right away and have limited radius. We are going to keep it as a back up in the car for times when we only need some quick small coverage but it's not something we would buy again.

I use this at the park during the summer especially if there during the evenings Sometimes use during yard work Seems to work Use the lamp a lot, got me through Hurricane Helene and a 13 day power outage Very bright