How to choose an ultrasonic mole repeller, review of models

Next you will learn:

• Are ultrasonic mole repellers really effective in practice, or is this just another advertising gimmick?
• Do moles even hear ultrasound and is it so important when fighting these animals?
• What mole repellers are mistakenly called ultrasonic;
• How to choose a truly effective device;
• What devices are available for sale and what you should look for when choosing one or another option;
• And also is it possible to make an ultrasonic repeller with your own hands and is it worth making it at all...

Ultrasonic repellers have now become quite a popular means of combating moles on the site (and rodents indoors). And let’s be honest, this popularity is largely due to advertising: manufacturers and sellers of such devices vying with each other about the incredible effectiveness of ultrasonic repellers, and that, they say, using the device does not require any effort on the part of the gardener: just stick it in the ground, turn it on - and The moles are already leaving the area in panic.

Meanwhile, reviews from gardeners and the actual practice of using ultrasonic mole repellers are not always so rosy:

• some repellers work really well for many seasons in a row, and some have no effect at all;
• sometimes the device first scares away moles, and then for some reason its effectiveness begins to decline;
• sometimes the same model can give a good result, but in another area it can be useless.

Why is this happening? And how to choose a truly reliable and effective device among commercially available ultrasonic mole repellers? Let's find out...

Review:

“I installed the repeller on the site in August, when it became completely unbearable. The mole constantly dug the garden, uprooted several bushes of German tomatoes, beat up potatoes, and then the carrots began to grow, I was afraid for them. In general, I spent some money, bought an ultrasonic repeller on a post, Tornado, and stuck it right in the middle of the carrot bed. And lo and behold, it works! There were no new heaps until the end of autumn; we dug up both potatoes and carrots safely. Then they dug up the area with snow, but there wasn’t much of it, and immediately after that it was covered. I left the repeller for the winter and changed the batteries in it.

But now the snow has melted - there are fresh piles in the garden. So I think it makes sense to buy a new device for the spring, or not? The old one died in winter.”

Pavel, St. Petersburg

How to choose?

There are a large number of ultrasonic mole repellers on the market. They work effectively, but you need to understand how they work and how to choose the right device. The device must be installed deep enough in the ground so that it does not fall out. Then the signal will be good. The cap must be installed above the ground so that it does not flood during rain.

You need to insert batteries or rechargeable batteries into the repeller. The average operating time is about 3 months; in the future, you need to charge the battery or change the battery. You can also buy a solar-powered device.

Expert opinion

Torsunov Pavel Maksimovich

If you choose a solar-powered model, you need to make sure that the sun is bright enough. The operating time on a full charge is only 48 hours. However, there is no need to think about when to change the battery; the device operates efficiently and does not require monitoring.

In winter, the repeller must be removed from the ground. The first effect can be seen after 2 - 3 weeks; at first the moles can continue to dig the ground.

Does your garden need protection from moles?

Very! Not really

Here's what you need to pay attention to when choosing a device:

• Radius of action . Usually it is about 400 meters, but if it is longer, it is good. The farther from the epicenter, the weaker the signal, so moles can continue to dig in the ground on the outskirts of the repeller's action.
• Impact on domestic animals . It is necessary to read the instructions to understand how dangerous it is for them. It is harmless to humans, since our hearing organs do not perceive ultrasonic signals.
• Availability of solar panels or powered by batteries and accumulators . The first models are the most popular among consumers.
• Water protection level . It may be protected against splashes or large amounts of water. The latter is relevant during prolonged and heavy rains.

These are the main nuances that you need to pay attention to. In this case, it is possible to create a device with your own hands, but its efficiency will be lower, since it will be difficult to achieve good ultrasonic coverage.

The work is that ultrasound propagates from the device over a certain distance. The moles hear it, it makes them uncomfortable, so they leave the area. It is worth noting that the product also repels snakes, mice, shrews and other pests that respond to ultrasound.

The operating principle of ultrasonic repellers

Interesting! This device is an electronic or mechanical device that allows you to protect any plot of land from small animals.

Moles spend their entire lives in the dark. They are helped to navigate in space not by sight, but by hearing and smell. The hearing aid of tireless diggers has increased sensitivity.

A mole repeller, which is placed in the ground, emits sound waves from time to time. Moreover, these noises are not perceived by humans, but greatly irritate animals. They crawl away from the source of unpleasant sensations as far as possible.

Tornado OZV.01

This is a good device that needs to be installed every 30 - 40 meters to effectively combat moles. Ultrasound allows you to repel pests, but the first result of the gadget’s activity can be seen after a couple of weeks. At first, moles will dig holes without noticing the effects of this device.

Here are the main characteristics of Tornado 03B.01:

• Mains voltage 6V.
• Operating frequencies 400 Hz.

• The effective area is 1,000 sq. m.
• A solar battery is used.

The disadvantages include the fact that the repeller must be removed from the ground for the winter. At the slightest frost it fails. Repairing it is more expensive than buying a new one.

EcoSniper LS-997R

This gadget is quite powerful and can repel moles over an area of ​​up to 1,500 square meters. meters. Can be used on any site, regardless of soil density. Moreover, the effectiveness of repelling does not depend on weather conditions. That is, you need to provide the gadget with high-quality batteries so that it works under the sun and during rain.

Here are the characteristics of the EcoSniper LS-997R:

• Operates on batteries D, R20, L20.
• Operating area 1,500 sq. meters.

• The body is made of metal.

The disadvantages include the lack of solar panels. That is, the user needs to ensure that they always have sufficient power reserves. If they sit down, the efficiency of ultrasound propagation drops significantly. Because of this, moles may return to the site.

Ecosniper LS-997M

Another popular model from this manufacturer. The ability to change the frequency does not allow the moles to adapt to the effects of the repeller, so they leave the area forever.

Here are the main advantages of the device:

• Covers an area of ​​up to 1,500 square meters. meters.
• The body is made of plastic and metal, so the gadget is lightweight.

• Frequency range 300 – 400 Hz.
• Strengthening vibrations mechanically.

Among the disadvantages, it can be noted that the repeller does not work at low temperatures, and it also requires 4 non-standard class D batteries.

Sweeneys

Sweeneys units have proven their effectiveness. No more than three devices are needed to protect an area. This allows you to obtain a uniform distribution of the ultrasonic signal so that the moles definitely do not return. It is especially important that maximum pressure appears in the signal intersection zone, so moles are not comfortable there. If you install only one gadget, then they can gradually approach the epicenter.

Here are the benefits of Sweeneys repellers:

• Protects an area of ​​up to 700 square meters. meters.
• Pulses are emitted at equal intervals of 30 seconds.

• Includes two waterproof stems.

Disadvantages include the relatively short range, non-standard D-class batteries, of which 6 are needed for two devices, and the fact that more than one device is included. Sometimes the second one is not needed.

Traditional methods of fighting moles

The main thing you need to know about moles is that they only eat animal food. In addition, their work makes the soil looser and more permeable to air. This is especially useful for young plants with undeveloped root systems. By the way, in gardens with moles there are no problems with voles (which, in turn, like to gnaw on roots).

But numerous mounds of earth on lawns and damaged beds have made moles not the most popular animals among gardeners. Moreover, a young individual is capable of producing up to 20 holes per day, which also does not add pleasant emotions.

To drive out the invader using humane methods, try folk methods of struggle with your own hands. Compensating for the almost complete lack of vision, nature has endowed the animal with extraordinary sensitivity of the organs of smell and hearing. Therefore, this is exactly what you should use.

• If you place empty alcohol bottles upside down (as in the photo) in the corridors dug by a mole, the smell of the liquid quickly spreads through the animal’s passage system. The higher the percentage of alcohol in the bottles, the more effective the result. Alternatively, you can soak a cloth in alcohol and place it in the passages. One rag is enough for an area of ​​approximately 3 to 5 m.
• The strong smell of garlic bulbs placed in the crater of an earthen mound can drive away the invader forever.
• Fill the entrances with bunches of wormwood - the animal is guaranteed to leave your area. But keep in mind, in order for the scent to remain strong for a long time, you must refresh your scent sources about once a week

• Another common method is to bury bottles in the ground at an angle. When an air stream enters the neck, they make a sound that echoes through the mole's passage system.
• Of course, one of the best remedies for moles and voles in the garden is simple salt. Try pouring half a kilo of salt into the hole and then filling it with water.
• Using a long stick, push rags soaked in butyric acid as deep as possible. Repeat the procedure at least twice per season.
• If you have an outdoor cat on your property, it is unlikely that a mole will take up residence in your garden. Even if your cat doesn't start chasing the mole, it usually feels threatened and moves on to another territory.

Hawk MK.01

This model has received a lot of good reviews in the fight against small populations of moles and shrews. However, in the presence of large accumulations, the efficiency is quite low. That is, there are fewer of them, but not everyone leaves the territory. If you need to completely get rid of uninvited guests, you need to install several repellers.

The advantages include:

• The body is made of metal and plastic, which makes the device quite light.
• Signals are sent at a frequency of 400 Hz.
• There is a variable switching on with an interval of 30 seconds.

• Not afraid of rain.
• Operates for 4 – 5 months on Class D batteries.

Hawk MK.01 cannot be used at sub-zero temperatures. To prevent moles from appearing during the winter, you should leave the device turned on in a permanent greenhouse. Users also do not like the fact that non-standard batteries are used. To effectively combat moles, you need to buy 2–4 devices.

General rules of application

When operating any mole repeller, the following rules must be observed:

1. Insert batteries.

Advice! It is worth remembering that cheap devices do not last long. They not only need to be constantly purchased and inserted into the repeller.

1. The device should be placed in the ground carefully, and under no circumstances should it be driven in or driven in with force. Otherwise it may be broken. The warranty will not apply in this case.
2. Before use, be sure to close the lid of the device tightly.
3. First, dig a hole of the required size in the soil. Then the mechanism is placed in it and sprinkled with earth. The earth is lightly compacted.
4. The head of the device should rise several centimeters above the ground level. This size is indicated in the instructions.
5. The device is placed away from buildings, wells, and plantings. After all, any underground barriers, groundwater, rocky layers interfere with the propagation of ultrasonic waves.
6. If the mole repellent is broken, you should not repair it yourself. It is better to entrust repairs to specialists.
7. Periodically, the device must be moved to a new location so that small animals do not get used to the point where the signal is given.
8. If the area is large, then it is better to use several repellers.

By following these simple rules, you can extend the life of the device and protect the area from uninvited guests.

Grinda 8-422340-z01

An unpretentious device that has a lot of positive reviews. However, the protection radius is quite small, so it is recommended to use it in small areas. It’s worth buying several pieces at once to definitely get rid of moles on your site.

The advantages include:

• Plastic body, which significantly reduces the cost of the product.
• Protection over an area of ​​up to 500 sq. meters.

• Constant frequency with temporary switching on.

Users recommend installing repellers from this manufacturer at a distance of 12 - 14 meters from each other. At the first frost, the products are removed from the ground, otherwise they will have to be thrown away. One battery charge lasts up to 6 months. Grinda 8-422340-z01 effectively repels not only moles, but also shrews, weasels and mice.

Precautionary measures

When working with the device, the following precautions should be observed:

1. When there is a threat of the first frost, the device is taken out of the ground and placed for wintering in the place specified in the instructions. If these manipulations are not carried out, the housing may become deformed when the ground freezes.
2. Do not allow physical impact on the device.
3. Operation of the repeller with the cover removed is not allowed.

An ultrasonic mechanism is a humane way to remove small animals from an area. It is better to use it than poisons. After all, the sight of small corpses is not the best sight.

Skat – 49

An excellent device that does not require maintenance and can work for a long time. It allows you to get rid of moles, rodents and snakes. It should be used in all garden areas, especially where venomous snakes may appear.

Here are the advantages users write about:

• There is no need to buy batteries as the repeller is solar powered.
• The frequency changes periodically.

• Operating frequency range from 400 to 1,000 Hz.
• Switching on occurs every 2 - 3 seconds.

Users also note that the coverage area is relatively small and is only 800 square meters. meters. However, this is enough in most cases. On the outskirts of the device, rodents and snakes can feel comfortable.

SITITEK GROM-PROFI LED+

The main advantage of this unit is its complete autonomy. The presence of a solar battery allows you not to think about the need to periodically change batteries. The device repels rodents and moles, and the range of action is quite large.

The main advantages include:

• Availability of solar panels.
• Fully waterproof housing.
• The frequency constantly changes in a random order, which does not allow pests to adapt to the operation of the device.

• There is a built-in LED light so you can find the repeller at night.
• Efficiency does not decrease at distant sites of action.
• Moles quickly leave the area.

There are several disadvantages. In particular, this repeller has a coverage area of ​​up to 700 square meters. meters, which is not much compared to some other models. And it's also expensive. The average price is 3,500 rubles. Against 1,200 – 2,000 for competitors. However, this model has been tested over the years and has proven its effectiveness. Moles leave the site really in a short time, so the gadget was included in the TOP list for 2022.

DIY mole repellers - the best models of 2022

This category includes simple do-it-yourself mole repellent devices. You can create your own design, or you can use blanks that have been proven over the years.

Repeller model made from a plastic bottle

What the device looks like: a plastic bottle is placed on a pin. In it, rectangular slots in the shape of the letter “P” are pre-made and bent to the outside. Thus, a primitive anemone is created.

Operating principle: the pin is installed in the middle of the excavated passage. When there is a gust of wind, the bottle rotates and creates a vibration field.

Appearance of a mole repeller model from a plastic bottle

Specifications:

Advantages:

• Zero costs;
• Year-round use;
• Can withstand any temperature conditions;
• Long service life;
• Speed ​​of construction.

Flaws:

• Ineffective model: small radius of sound wave propagation.

Do-it-yourself mole repeller using an alarm clock

For the design, take several glass jars and an electronic alarm clock (an appropriate amount). The timer for the sound signal is set. Different devices have different times, for example, with an interval of 6-12 hours. Alarm clocks are placed in jars and buried at the exit of the mole hole on one side of the site and on the other.

Do-it-yourself mole repeller using alarm clocks

Specifications:

Advantages:

• Effective;
• A budget option;
• Tightness of the device;
• Repels other underground pests;
• Quick installation;
• Waterproof.

Flaws:

• Moles can get used to the sound;
• Power replacement.