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10 Best Mosquito Repellents & Bug Sprays

We all look forward to a next warm-weather adventure. Whether it’s swimming in the ocean, hiking in the woods, or eating s’mores around a campfire, these experiences make the best memories. Unfortunately, insects can quickly ruin an outdoor trip.

To make sure you don’t get eaten up by mosquitoes and aren’t subjected to insect-transmitted diseases like dengue fever, Lyme disease, or Zika, you need a top-quality mosquito repellent. But the answer to which mosquito repellent is best for you really depends on what you’ll be doing outdoors and for how long.

We’ve created a comprehensive guide that will tell you what to look for and will help you choose the best mosquito repellent for you and your family.

Quick Answer: Best Mosquito Repellents

  • Best Overall: Sawyer Premium Insect Repellent
  • Best DEET: OFF! Deep Woods Insect Repellent VIII Dry
  • Best Natural: Repel Plant-Based Lemon Eucalyptus Insect Repellent
  • Best Wipes: Cutter Family Mosquito Wipes
  • Best Ultrasonic: Neatmaster Ultrasonic Pest Repeller
  • Best Candle: Repel Insect Repellent Citronella Candle
  • Best Incense Sticks: Murphy’s Naturals Mosquito Repellent Incense Sticks
  • Best Bracelet: Evergreen Research Insect Repelling SuperBand


Head here to read the complete guide to choosing the best mosquito repellent for you written by Robin Gilmore.

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May 7, 2022

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A 20% DEET Premium Controlled-Release Lotion will work well against mosquitoes, but Dr. Zimring says he prefers the 20% Picaridin lotion since it also protects against ticks, gnats, chiggers, and flies. (In both instances, he recommends Sawyer brand.)

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Part of spending time outside means battling ticks, mosquitoes, and other biting insects. For this, Nelson swears by permethrin.

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And out of the products we tested, Dr. Zeichner highly recommends Sawyer Products 20% Picaridin Insect Repellent.

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