DynaTrap DT2000XLPSR Large Mosquito & Flying Insect Trap – Kills Mosquitoes, Flies, Wasps, Gnats, & Other Flying Insects – Protects up to 1 Acre

I live in South Florida and mosquitoes make it impossible to be in my backyard during the Spring and Summer. I purchased the Dynatrap to be able to enjoy my patio. For those considering this unit, please know that it does not kill anything. Instead, the blue light attracts bugs and an inner fan draws the bugs into a chamber. Once the chamber is filled, you will need to empty it.I’ve had this for 2 years at the time of this review.I leave my unit plugged in 24/7. In 2 years, I’ve only emptied the chamber 4 times. I’ve replaced the bulbs about 3 times. Because this isn’t a big killer, some insects in the chamber may be alive when it’s time to empty, so I will turn off the unit in the morning and empty it later in the day. This allows for most, if not all, of the insects to die. The chamber gets a little gross, but I can clean it with a wet cloth.This works better than an electric bug zapper! I had one and it didn't control mosquitoes.Why am I reviewing now? Well, my unit was unplugged for about a week while doing some remodeling. When I was able to return to my backyard, I was swarmed my mosquitoes. I plugged in the unit and within a day, I could again enjoy the comfort of my backyard.Is this an investment? Yes, but it does exactly what it’s supposed to do.This is 10/10

It's bigger than you think - it's definitely a large trap. It's not a zapper, so if you get satisfaction (I do lol) out of hearing the bugs get zapped, then this isn't for you. It is a pretty effective trap, though admittedly, I haven't used it outdoors - yet. We had a bit of a fruit fly / gnat issue that we just couldn't seem to wrangle, despite trying tons of methods others have suggested. I set it up on the kitchen counter and set it to work. Surprisingly, it outpaced a glass of wine, which these bugs are particularly annoying about... we were having to place coasters on top of our glasses to keep them out. It wasn't until I took it outside and was able to see through the screen on the bottom, just how many it had captured. I will say that indoors, it's a little noisy - slightly noisier than the fan on my gaming computer. In its new home (the original intent), outside on the pergola, the noise isn't nearly as noticeable. I cannot comment on any smell emitting from it, as I couldn't detect any. I also cannot see how it produces carbon dioxide, as the body of the unit is plastic. I'm no scientist, nor chemist, so I can't speak to the titanium dioxide coating that the manufacturer claims. Bulbs appear easily accessible, though expensive, if you get their name brand bulbs. There are other, less expensive options out there for replacement bulbs. Best of luck in your bug killing adventures!

Takes a few weeks to break the life cycle of these insects. Have noticed a decrease in insects. Catching a lot of moths. Basket is filling with insects. A little concerned about emptying basket as there are still live insects in it.Well product worked well but emptying the basket was a challenge with all the live insects. I used a plastic garbage bag but accidentally dropped the basket damper in the bag and didn’t realise my mistake until it was too late to retrieve. I tried to find a damper replacement online with no luck. Called customer service and they told me there was nothing they could do. Don’t have any more options.

Best bug killer ever

I ordered this unit because it was on sale and I hate zappers. They are gross and annoying. It is HUGE. Do not underestimate the size of it. I am ok with this. But what I am not ok with is paying for a new unit, and receiving a used, refurbished one in a plain, brown box. Also, I am missing the angled screw driver to remove the bulbs. Guess the old owner kept it, along with the bulbs as mine didn't have bulbs either. I have asked Amazon for a replacement unit, and it will not be here until Friday.I do however have some 32050 bulbs, so I placed them in the unit. I also have a angled screw driver from all of my Dahua cameras as well. If I didn't have this tool, it would be quite difficult to removed the screws. I put it outside last night and turned it on. It is hanging under my porch. This morning, the amount of moths that it has trapped is staggering. 'I am the destroyer of moths'. I haven't received their scented packet yet, so I used a Raid brand one in it for now. I can't tell if there are mosquitoes or not yet, but I will. I live in the San Antonio area, and the evil blood suckers are insane here! We have a custom beautiful deck, and can't even use it because of the blood suckers.I will give it time and see if it works. I don't want to spray my back yard because of our dog. I hope this makes a difference and lasts us some years. I will put some Dielectric Silicone Grease on the bulb ends of the replacement unit I get before I install the bulbs.If I had paid full price, it would have been returned immediately. It is mostly plastic, and the flaps that are hinged are very cheaply made. MOF, the entire unit is not very strong at all. Time will tell if it last's or not. If the new unit arrives with everything it is suppose to have, and it works well, I will change this post. IF YOU RECEIVE A BROWN BOX, it is a returned or refurbished unit. Shame on you Amazon.I am still on the fence about returning this item. I know they say to mount it away from the sitting area, but I know if I exposed this thing to the elements, it wouldn't last long at all. Then theirs the cost of a heavy duty outdoor extension cord as well. Is it catching bugs? Yes, are they mostly NOT mosquitoes? YES. Mostly moths, beetles, and other unknown flying creatures. Are there mosquitoes in it? Yes, but not nearly enough to justify the cost of this unit. Is it cool looking? Yes. But it has made no difference in the amount of mosquitoes' that we have on our patio. I put a small bug zapper out last night, and that thing is covered with dead bugs...and MOST are the remains of mosquitoes. So no, I do not recommend this unit. It will probably be going back. I would keep it, because it does catch bugs, but I have to wonder is it worth the cost of electricity each month to run it? I doubt it. I cannot recommend.Last update: I am returning this item. I had only a few mosquito's in it. The attractant didn't attract anything (other then moth dust) and it is going back as well. What a colossal waist of time and money. I live central Texas and the mosquito's we have here...not even phased by this thing. Now, if you wan to kill moths..omg...its the best. Probably had 3/4 of an inch of dead moths and some beetles. But thats all. Nope, as a mosquito killer/trap, it is worthless, IMO. I cannot recommend.