The 5 Best Bug Repellents of 2022 to Keep Insects Off

Sawyer Products Picaridin Continuous Spray Insect Repellent is out top pick

Just because you're spending quality time in the great outdoors doesn't mean you have to tolerate annoying insects, biting buzzers, and mystery bugs. We've spent hours researching the top bug repellants available online, assessing active ingredients, effectiveness, and fragrance.

Our top pick, the Sawyer Products Picaridin Continuous Spray Insect Repellent, is long-lasting, odor-free, and budget-friendly.

Here are the best bug repellants, written by Theresa Holland.

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February 10, 2025

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The Sawyer Mini is super lightweight, fits in your pocket, and filters up to 100,000 gallons of water.

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Sawyer’s picaridin spray works up to 12 hours, and the company’s picaridin lotion is effective up to 14.

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The Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter earns our top pick for its unbeatable mix of weight, longevity and versatility.

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