Dynatrap DT1050 Half Acre Insect Trap
The Dynatrap DT1050 is positioned as a best-in-class ceiling or wall-mounted option for stables because it uses a low-noise UV/fan capture system that covers up to half an acre with chemical-free, catch-and-hold operation—minimizing insect debris near animals and feed. Compared with high-wattage zappers on this list, it offers lower operating cost and cleaner maintenance (no electrocution spray), making it a preferred choice where animal safety and barn cleanliness are priorities. Its combination of energy efficiency and broad coverage delivers strong long-term value for large stalls and run-in sheds.
Half-acre reach
Whisper-quiet draw
Half-acre reach
Whisper-quiet draw
Review Summary
"Users praise the DT1050 for quiet operation, low maintenance, and steady reduction of mosquitoes and small flying pests around stalls, but many say it is slower to show results and less effective on larger flies."
No-chemical catch!
Uses UV light and a low-noise fan to capture insects into a retention chamber without zapping or chemicals
No-chemical catch!
Uses UV light and a low-noise fan to capture insects into a retention chamber without zapping or chemicals
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
The Dynatrap DT1050 is positioned as a best-in-class ceiling or wall-mounted option for stables because it uses a low-noise UV/fan capture system that covers up to half an acre with chemical-free, catch-and-hold operation—minimizing insect debris near animals and feed. Compared with high-wattage zappers on this list, it offers lower operating cost and cleaner maintenance (no electrocution spray), making it a preferred choice where animal safety and barn cleanliness are priorities. Its combination of energy efficiency and broad coverage delivers strong long-term value for large stalls and run-in sheds.
Half-acre reach
Whisper-quiet draw
No-chemical catch!
Uses UV light and a low-noise fan to capture insects into a retention chamber without zapping or chemicals
Advertised coverage up to a half acre for outdoor use — suitable for placing near barn openings or feed areas
Half-acre reach
Whisper-quiet draw
No-chemical catch!
Uses UV light and a low-noise fan to capture insects into a retention chamber without zapping or chemicals
Advertised coverage up to a half acre for outdoor use — suitable for placing near barn openings or feed areas
$100-150 CAD
Flowtron FC-8800 Diplomat Fly Control Device
The Flowtron FC-8800 Diplomat is a market-leader style electrocution unit built for heavy-duty outdoor and barn use, offering robust, weather-resistant construction and fast knockdown of flying pests at a modest purchase price. Financially it is attractive for operators who need immediate population reduction across open stable yards, though it produces carcass debris and higher instantaneous power draw compared with capture-style units like the Dynatrap. Its rugged reliability and low upfront cost make it a go-to for large outdoor exposures where immediate control outweighs cleanup considerations.
Powerful grid zap
All-weather casing
Powerful grid zap
All-weather casing
Review Summary
"Reviewers report the Flowtron FC-8800 delivers strong, commercial-grade fly knockdown and durable construction suited to barns and outdoor areas, though some note ongoing bulb replacement costs and reduced effectiveness in wet/exposed locations."
Lightning-fast kills!
Commercial-grade unit with high-output UV lamp and electrocution grid for rapid knockdown of flies
Lightning-fast kills!
Commercial-grade unit with high-output UV lamp and electrocution grid for rapid knockdown of flies
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
The Flowtron FC-8800 Diplomat is a market-leader style electrocution unit built for heavy-duty outdoor and barn use, offering robust, weather-resistant construction and fast knockdown of flying pests at a modest purchase price. Financially it is attractive for operators who need immediate population reduction across open stable yards, though it produces carcass debris and higher instantaneous power draw compared with capture-style units like the Dynatrap. Its rugged reliability and low upfront cost make it a go-to for large outdoor exposures where immediate control outweighs cleanup considerations.
Powerful grid zap
All-weather casing
Lightning-fast kills!
Commercial-grade unit with high-output UV lamp and electrocution grid for rapid knockdown of flies
Rugged, weather-resistant housing designed for long-term outdoor/large-barn installation
Powerful grid zap
All-weather casing
Lightning-fast kills!
Commercial-grade unit with high-output UV lamp and electrocution grid for rapid knockdown of flies
Rugged, weather-resistant housing designed for long-term outdoor/large-barn installation
Gardner WS-95 Wall Sconce Flying Insect Trap
The Gardner WS-95 wall sconce trap is a compact, low-profile glue-board UV unit designed for installation inside stables and tack rooms where discreet, continuous control is needed without the noise or sparks of zappers. Technically it excels in sensitive indoor locations by reducing electrical arcing and cleanup, and financially it is cost-effective because replacement bulbs and boards are inexpensive compared with servicing commercial zappers. Against the bigger outdoor units listed here, the WS-95 trades raw area coverage for targeted, low-disturbance protection in occupied barn spaces.
Discreet wall sconce
Low-profile design
Discreet wall sconce
Low-profile design
Review Summary
"Users like the Gardner WS-95's discreet wall-sconce design and consistent fly reduction in stables and entryways, but a few mention its limited range and that careful placement is required for best results."
Soothing UV lure!
Low-profile wall-sconce form factor that blends into aisles and tack rooms while controlling flying insects
Soothing UV lure!
Low-profile wall-sconce form factor that blends into aisles and tack rooms while controlling flying insects
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
The Gardner WS-95 wall sconce trap is a compact, low-profile glue-board UV unit designed for installation inside stables and tack rooms where discreet, continuous control is needed without the noise or sparks of zappers. Technically it excels in sensitive indoor locations by reducing electrical arcing and cleanup, and financially it is cost-effective because replacement bulbs and boards are inexpensive compared with servicing commercial zappers. Against the bigger outdoor units listed here, the WS-95 trades raw area coverage for targeted, low-disturbance protection in occupied barn spaces.
Discreet wall sconce
Low-profile design
Soothing UV lure!
Low-profile wall-sconce form factor that blends into aisles and tack rooms while controlling flying insects
Uses UV attraction with non-toxic glue boards for silent, chemical-free capture
Discreet wall sconce
Low-profile design
Soothing UV lure!
Low-profile wall-sconce form factor that blends into aisles and tack rooms while controlling flying insects
Uses UV attraction with non-toxic glue boards for silent, chemical-free capture
Aspectek 40W Electronic Indoor Insect Killer
The Aspectek 40W Electronic Indoor Insect Killer is a budget-friendly, wall- or ceiling-mountable electric zapper that delivers reliable short-range knockdown ideal for smaller stalls, feed rooms, and entryways. Its technical advantage is simple proven performance at a low purchase price and easy bulb replacement, but it is less suited to large open barn areas and creates more maintenance work than enclosed fan-capture units like the Dynatrap. For operators with limited zones to protect, the Aspectek unit offers immediate value with minimal capital outlay.
Powerful 40W UV
Easy-clean tray
Powerful 40W UV
Easy-clean tray
Review Summary
"Customers find the Aspectek 40W offers good kill rates for the price in indoor and enclosed barn spaces, but several reviewers report concerns about build quality, shorter-lived bulbs, and occasional electrical issues."
Quick indoor knockdown!
40W twin UV lamps provide strong attraction for indoor spaces like feed rooms, tack areas, and small stalls
Quick indoor knockdown!
40W twin UV lamps provide strong attraction for indoor spaces like feed rooms, tack areas, and small stalls
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
The Aspectek 40W Electronic Indoor Insect Killer is a budget-friendly, wall- or ceiling-mountable electric zapper that delivers reliable short-range knockdown ideal for smaller stalls, feed rooms, and entryways. Its technical advantage is simple proven performance at a low purchase price and easy bulb replacement, but it is less suited to large open barn areas and creates more maintenance work than enclosed fan-capture units like the Dynatrap. For operators with limited zones to protect, the Aspectek unit offers immediate value with minimal capital outlay.
Powerful 40W UV
Easy-clean tray
Quick indoor knockdown!
40W twin UV lamps provide strong attraction for indoor spaces like feed rooms, tack areas, and small stalls
Metal housing with removable collection tray or grid for straightforward cleaning and bulb replacement
Powerful 40W UV
Easy-clean tray
Quick indoor knockdown!
40W twin UV lamps provide strong attraction for indoor spaces like feed rooms, tack areas, and small stalls
Metal housing with removable collection tray or grid for straightforward cleaning and bulb replacement
$80-140 CAD
Bite Shield Champion 80W Commercial Fly Zapper
The Bite Shield Champion 80W Commercial Fly Zapper is positioned as a commercial-grade option for very large stables and barn aisles, offering high-wattage coverage and heavy-duty construction to rapidly reduce fly pressure in high-traffic areas. Its technical strength is fast throughput and wide-area efficacy, making it attractive where managers prioritize rapid population suppression; financially it commands higher energy and maintenance costs than lower-wattage or capture devices but can reduce labor and chemical needs in busy facilities. Compared with the quieter, cleaner alternatives on this list, the Champion is a performance-first solution best deployed where frequent cleaning and higher operating cost are acceptable trade-offs for maximum knockdown.
Commercial 80W punch
Ceiling/wall mount
Commercial 80W punch
Ceiling/wall mount
Review Summary
"Professional users praise the Bite Shield Champion 80W for heavy-duty construction, wide coverage, and rapid fly knockdown in commercial stable settings, though some note its bulk, mounting needs, and bulb replacement costs."
Bug champion!
80W high-output UV system built for commercial barns and stables with heavy fly populations
Bug champion!
80W high-output UV system built for commercial barns and stables with heavy fly populations
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
The Bite Shield Champion 80W Commercial Fly Zapper is positioned as a commercial-grade option for very large stables and barn aisles, offering high-wattage coverage and heavy-duty construction to rapidly reduce fly pressure in high-traffic areas. Its technical strength is fast throughput and wide-area efficacy, making it attractive where managers prioritize rapid population suppression; financially it commands higher energy and maintenance costs than lower-wattage or capture devices but can reduce labor and chemical needs in busy facilities. Compared with the quieter, cleaner alternatives on this list, the Champion is a performance-first solution best deployed where frequent cleaning and higher operating cost are acceptable trade-offs for maximum knockdown.
Commercial 80W punch
Ceiling/wall mount
Bug champion!
80W high-output UV system built for commercial barns and stables with heavy fly populations
Durable construction and large capture area; designed for ceiling or wall mounting in high-traffic areas
Commercial 80W punch
Ceiling/wall mount
Bug champion!
80W high-output UV system built for commercial barns and stables with heavy fly populations
Durable construction and large capture area; designed for ceiling or wall mounting in high-traffic areas
$180-300 CAD