When it comes to our lawn, we want to have the best one out there. A good lawn can surely attract the attention of anyone passing by your house. Plus, it can increase the overall value of your house, be it in the front or back yard.
That is why I looked for the best solar pest repeller in the market. Pests, especially small rodents that like to burrow, can sometimes be factors that can destroy our lawn. They can also damage your garden as they can eat your plants or yield if you’re planting vegetables.
With my solar powered pest repeller reviews, you will be able to find a suitable device that will protect your lawn and garden from pesky critters. But before all that, you should know first what to look for with these devices.
Best Overall
NIKAND Solar Powered Deterrent
| ✅ Does not generate loud |
| ✅ Contains no harmful materials |
| ✅ Waterproof pest repellent |
Premium Choice
Livin’ Solar Pest Repeller Stakes
| ✅ Durable against any type of weather |
| ✅ Contains no toxic chemicals |
| ✅ Pets are not bothered by the noise it makes |
Editor’s Pick
Amerfist Solar Animal Repeller
| ✅ 110-degree angle within 20-25 yards |
| ✅ Waterproof |
| ✅ No harmful chemicals |
Table of Contents
Top 6 Solar Ultrasonic Pest Repeller Reviews
1. NIKAND Solar Powered Sonic Deterrent
When I was looking for the top-rated solar pest repeller in the market, I came upon the Nikand Solar Mole Repellent, and when I did, I knew it was the perfect fit. It was effortless to use as I only needed to poke a hole in my lawn and garden before sticking it in. I used a metal rod when I poked my lawn, but you can also use a stick.
I like that it’s not that loud for it to scare any pesky rodents away. Loud noises can be annoying, and I don’t want to hear any ultrasonic animal repellent when I’m drinking my coffee in the morning.
For the sonic animal repeller to be effective, you have to plant them within every 96 feet of each other, but I like to put them much closer than what is in the instructions to ensure that pests don’t get close.
My kid’s safety is also very important to me. That is why I was so relieved to have known that Nikand is 100% safe around children.
The Nikand solar powered repellent also has built-in batteries, and because it’s solar-powered, I can leave it in my lawn and garden 24/7. It is also waterproof, so no need to worry if it’s going to rain or if we are going to water our lawn or garden.
- Does not generate loud and annoying sounds
- Effective when planted within every 96 feet of each other
- Contains no harmful materials or effect for kids and pets
- A solar-powered device to save energy
- Waterproof pest repellent for outdoor uses
- Ground penetration is effective for moist clay soil but not for sand and peat
2. Livin’ Well Solar Ultrasonic Pest Repeller Stakes
I found the Livin’ Well solar pest repeller as I looked for something almost similar to the Nikand solar mole repellant. The range between devices can be about 80 from each other, which is good if you have a fairly large yard.
Even though these sonic animal repellers look like stakes, it’s not advisable that you directly stick them to the ground or else they might break. I used a metal rod to poke a hole in the ground when I planted the devices in my yard.
It is also non-toxic, so innocent animals like our dogs cannot get poisoned or anything. The sound also does not bother them, which is nice since it is the moles that I want to get rid of, not my dogs.
Livin’ Well, solar repeller stakes also work 24/7, so day and night, I do not have to worry about moles or any digging rodents. I also tried using them on some very noisy frogs, and wouldn’t you know it. The frogs went away.
They are also weather-resistant, making them waterproof, meaning I can put them in my garden to deter any rodents that may eat my plants.
- It is durable against any type of weather
- Contains no toxic chemicals that can be harmful to kids and pets
- You can leave it on your lawn 24/7 with no intervention
- Pets are not bothered by the noise it makes
- Squirrels just ignore it and are not bothered
3. Amerfist Solar Animal Repeller
Safe to say that because of this outdoor ultrasonic pest repeller, rabbits that want to eat my plants, and the neighborhood cats wanting to use my garden as a litter box have finally never come back. Felt sorry for my dogs since it also works on them, but my garden is really off-limits.
The device can detect movement at a 110-degree angle within 20-25 yards, so any animal that goes near is sure to get scared by the loud noise.
Since it only uses sound, it does not burden my conscience since there is no animal cruelty. My pests are also secured from harm though they got pretty scared when they got too close.
It is also nice that I can just leave the device in my garden to soak up some solar energy, but if you have problems charging it entirely because of a cloudy day, do not worry. You can also charge it with the USB cable that comes with the device to charge it fully.
I also do not worry when it suddenly rains since this ultrasonic pest repeller is also waterproof. I can even water it along with my plants.
When we run out of space to put more of this device, we do not have to worry. Aside from the ground, we can also mount it on a wall or a fence.
- Waterproof and able to withstand the rain
- Detect movement at a 110-degree angle within 20-25 yards
- Can be mounted not only in soil but also on walls and fences
- No harmful chemicals are used by the device
- Allows charging with the USB cable charger
- The sound can be annoying when the motion sensor triggers
4. FAYINWBO Solar Ultrasonic Animal Repeller
This solar-powered animal repeller is intended for larger animals too, so I had to put it again in my garden since I do not want even my pets to come near it. I was surprised by this product since it can easily detect slow-moving objects at a 110-degree angle at a distance of 30 feet.
I always turn the sensitivity of the motion detectors to a high level, but if any user does not want to, they can always lower them. But I would advise against it since it also lowers the effectiveness. Also, low sensitivity could make small critters get past the ultrasonic animal repellent.
The device is also solar-powered, but you can always charge with the USB cable provided. It will be fully charged in about 6 hours.
We do not have to worry about the rain, too, since the device is waterproof. I do not even have to remove it from my garden every time I water plants.
I also like the fact that I am not harming animals in the process of getting rid of them since this repellent is only using lights and sounds and not chemicals or any physical harm.
- It can detect slow-moving objects
- Chargeable with the USB cable provided
- You can adjust the sensitivity of motion detectors
- Waterproof and will work rain or shine
- Non-toxic and no animal cruelty is done to the animals
- It does not have built-in batteries
5. Nikand Gopher Repellent Ultrasonic Solar Powered
Another product of the Nikand brand that I found available in the market was their ultrasonic gopher repellent. It works the same as their mole solar-powered animal repeller as I can still put them at a distance of about 96 feet between devices and still get some promising results.
The Nikand gopher repellent is also easy to use as you will only need to poke your lawn with a metal rod or stick. I used a metal rod when I was planting the devices on my lawn. It may look like a stake, but I do not recommend that you stick it directly to the ground because it might get broken.
The device is non-toxic, so no accident can happen to my dogs if they ever get curious and meddle with the device. This also makes it environmentally friendly.
My dogs are also not bothered by the device, which is good since it’s the moles, gophers, etc., that I want to get rid of, not them.
It’s waterproof too, so I can just leave it on my lawn even when it rains. It will also not rust easily, meaning I can use it for a long time.
- Effective even when the devices are 96 feet from each other
- Non-toxic and is safe for the environment and innocent animals
- Cannot be damaged by water
- Rustproof and will last for a long time
- Will does not bother our dogs or other pets
- Cannot work properly if there is an obstacle blocking its way
6. Lulu Home Ultrasonic Animal Repeller
So when I wanted to use this product, I had to figure out where to test it since it might scare away my dogs. Hence, I decided to put it in my garden because I do not want animals to get near it. Plus, I wanted to shoo away the rabbits that wanted to eat my plants and the neighborhood cats that used my garden as a litter box.
Because it just uses sounds and lights to get rid of animals, it does not burden my conscience as it assures me that I will not harm them in any way. It also means that there are no chemicals involved, which makes it friendly to the environment.
The changing weather is no problem also as this ultrasonic pest repeller is durable and will work rain or shine.
There are five modes to choose from in this device for different animals, from small to large. I used the mode for large animals since it’s not only rabbits and cats that I want to keep away from my garden but also my big dogs.
Batteries will not be drained easily, too, since the PIR detects animal motion first before it triggers, so it is not a constant alarm.
- Deter animals away without harming them in the process
- Can withstand the weather, rain or shine
- USB cable used for quick charging
- Has five modes for you to choose from
- No complicated instructions to follow
- Cannot fully charge if you only use the sun to charge it
Careland 360° Smart Ultrasonic Animal Repeller (Outdated)
Okay, so this has got to be one of the best solar animal repellers out there.
Because this outdoor ultrasonic pest repeller has three sides with an infrared sensor, it can detect animals at a 360-degree angle. Most of the motion sensor products I review have 110 degrees when detecting animals. So when I bought this, it was like buying three motion sensors for the price of one.
The product is solar powered, but if you are in a place where it cannot get that much sun, then do not worry as it also comes with a USB cable charger.
If it starts to rain for some instance, I would not have to worry at all since I know that this ultrasonic pest repeller is waterproof.
It has built-in batteries too, so I do not have to buy anymore from the store.
Since there are no chemicals involved in trying to deter animals, my dogs will not be harmed accidentally, although I think they do not want to go to my garden anymore since the ultrasonic pest repeller is there.
It is also a humane way to get rid of animals since they will only be scared and not harmed.
- Has a 360-degree motion sensor
- Has two working modes, “sound mode” and “silent mode.”
- Humanely deters animals from coming into your space
- No toxic chemicals used and is safe for the environment
- Waterproof and works even with the rain
- Sound mode can be annoying
- Silent mode is not that effective
MoreStar Solar Animal Repeller (Outdated)
To try this out, I had to choose a place where no animal should go, so I chose my garden. I love my dogs, but I do not want them to go to my garden as they might accidentally damage my plants.
Since this solar powered animal repeller has a 110-degree arc for its motion sensor and can detect 26 feet away, I placed it in the back so it can detect at a good angle. Safe to say that my dogs are not fond anymore of going to my garden. But I wanted one for rabbits and neighborhood cats to stop coming, which I have achieved because of this product.
This solar-powered device is also waterproof, so there is no problem if I water my plants and it’s in the way. It takes the hassle of removing it from my garden every time I water my plants.
It also means that I do not have to worry if it rains, as it will just keep deterring pesky critters rain or shine.
I can also adjust the sensitivity level of this device and choose from five different modes. But what I would recommend is that you go on full sensitivity and choose mode five if you want no animals to come to your space. It was what kept unwanted animals from going into my garden.
The device is non-toxic, too, so it is safe for people and animals.
- Has a 110-degree arc for its motion sensor and can detect 26 feet away
- Waterproof and works even when it rains
- Has five modes for you to choose from
- Can be set to different sensitivity
- Non-toxic and is safe for animals and people
- Squirrels are not afraid of the sound and lights
Mitahome Solar Mole Repellent (Outdated)
This solar powered animal repeller is also somewhat the same as the Nikand brands, with it still effective even if the distance between devices is 80 feet.
This outdoor ultrasonic pest repeller only uses sonic vibration every 20 seconds, so it assures me that I am not doing any animal cruelty.
The device has no chemicals, which is a relief since it assures me that I will not harm the environment and my dogs if they get curious and come near the device.
Since this is a solar powered animal repeller, electricity was no problem to me at all. When I fully charged it, the device was able to last me for 3 – 5 days when I used it.
It also seems to work on rats since I have not found any rat droppings in my backyard. So in a way, it’s also like a solar powered rodent repeller. The Mitahome solar mole repellent is waterproof too, so rain or shine, it will keep on working.
Be sure not to poke this directly into the lawn as it might get broken. Instead, use a metal rod or stick to poke a hole before you stick the device in.
- No chemicals are used making it safe for the environment and animals
- No animal cruelty is done against any pesky critters or animals
- It also works in getting rid of rats
- Waterproof device perfect for the outdoors
- Has mildly annoying beeping sounds
Ultrasonic Orange Animal Deterrent (Outdated)
Since some rabbits come to my garden from time to time, I put the device there, and ever since then, I have noticed that they have become reluctant to come near my garden.
It was also effortless to use, and no complicated instructions were given to me by the manual, so it was hassle-free when I set it up.
Since this is solar-powered, I can leave it in my garden without doing anything to it except checking from time to time if it’s working or not. It is also good that this device is waterproof since I water my plants every day, and I do not want to pull them out of the ground every time I water my plants.
The motion sensors in the device will detect motion within 26 feet at a 110-degree angle, and when it does, it will blast a sound that is 13500 – 2300Hz for about five seconds. This means that I will not be wasting energy because it will not work if there are no animals to deter.
The device is also portable, so I can bring it every time I go camping.
- Easy to use with no complicated manual
- Portable and can be brought along anywhere
- Waterproof and will work even if it’s raining
- Safe and no harmful chemicals are used in deterring away animals
- Produces a constant beeping sound that is mildly annoying
Thanos Solar Mole and Groundhog Repellent Stakes (Outdated)
When I came upon this while I was looking for the right solar pest repeller in the market, I thought, “Well I should try it out if it can get rid of the pesky critters on my lawn with a snap.” And low and behold, it did.
Well, not literally like a snap, but I did notice that moles, groundhogs, and gophers gradually decreased their presence until they did not come to the garden anymore. The diameter of each device is about 40 feet, so it is very suitable for large areas.
Although I know that this solar powered animal repeller can penetrate deep into the soil, I put them much closer than what is instructed to maximize the effectiveness of deterring pesky critters. If you have an acre of land, using 12 of these solar pest control should be enough for your land to be mole and groundhog-free.
It is also good that this device is also waterproof since I put one in my garden. So I do not want the hassle of pulling it out every time I water my plants. But more importantly, I will not be bothered when it rains.
Since I have dogs, I am thrilled that these devices do not use any harmful chemicals to get rid of the pesky critters. I do not want my dogs to get hurt when they get near these devices accidentally.
- It can penetrate deep into the soil
- Can be left on the lawn even if it’s raining
- Non-toxic and is safe around pets
- Has effective range of about 40 feet per device
- Is not very effective in sandy or peat soil
DZ Services Solar Powered Ultrasonic Mole Repeller (Outdated)
If I had a relatively small lawn or wanted to deter pesky rodents in a specific area and are on a budget, I would choose the DZ services Solar powered and ultrasonic mole repeller. I can put each device 60 feet apart, so having a small backyard and lawn is perfect for this device.
I like to use a shovel when making a hole in the ground before sticking the device in since it is made up of plastic. Pushing it directly to the ground might destroy it.
I let this outdoor ultrasonic pest repeller charge for about five hours under the sun, and it was good to use for about six days. It was not too long since I am a busy person, so the hours just passed by like nothing.
I was also relieved that these ultrasonic pest repellers are just deterring the pesky rodents from coming to my lawn, not killing them or harming them in any way. They are also non-toxic, which is good for the environment.
I also like that these solar pest controls are also waterproof, or else I would always have to yank it out of the soil whenever I am watering my plants.
- Cheaper than most products in the market
- Does not have toxic chemicals that can harm kids or pets
- Waterproof and can withstand the rain
- No complicated instructions and easy to use
- It does not have a built-in battery
- It can be less effective because of the range
What to Look for When Buying Solar Pest Repellers
Whenever we want to buy something, we first need to know what qualities a product needs. That is why I sometimes read the buyer’s guide to know what product will suit my needs. The same goes for outdoor ultrasonic pest repellers. So here are the main qualities you should look for.
Durability
For most of its lifetime, a solar-powered animal repeller is going to be outside your house. So you need to make sure that it will withstand most of anything that mother nature throws at it. Of course, the major thing will be if it’s waterproof.
Waterproof means if you are sleeping or are somewhere away from your home, you do not have to worry about the device when it starts to rain.
Design
You will also need to consider the design of your device since it will dictate how well it will work on your end. If it is poorly designed, then it might not be able to function properly.
So you have to compare the design of each product so you will find something that will fit your needs.
Battery backup
Since it is solar-powered, the batteries of the repellers are going to be rechargeable. So the only thing you are going to choose from is whether you are going for built-in batteries or not.
If you choose a device with no built-in batteries, be sure to know what rechargeable batteries you should get, or else the device might not work.
Price
This might be obvious, but it is still a good reminder. Prices vary for solar repellers since extra features can be expensive. But its extra features can also mean that it becomes more effective. So before you buy, think about what features you need and what you don’t.
Now that you know what to look for when buying a solar pest repeller, here are some of the best I have found in the market in these ultrasonic animal repeller reviews. And let me tell you, they are different from your typical electromagnetic pest repeller like the brison ultrasonic pest repeller or maxmoxie pest repeller.
How Does a Solar Ultrasonic Pest Repeller Work
To put it simply, these ultrasonic pest repellers work by emitting a high-frequency sound that can be disruptive to pests and animals. The effects vary, but it is said that it causes a physiological response that makes them run around crazy, and prolong exposure can lead to seizures. Because of this, animals tend to avoid the area of effect by the device.
It may sound like you are trying to harm them, but it is not the case since they are not held nor forced to listen to the device. They can just go away so the device will not reach them. So do not worry; you are not doing any animal cruelty.
How Long Do Ultrasonic Pest Repellers Last
It just depends on how you use the device, the place you put it, and the overall quality of the product you buy. But generally speaking, a solar ultrasonic pest repeller will last for at least 18 to 24 months.
If you are worried about yours getting broken fast, ask the seller if they have warranties or refunds.
Whether Using a Solar Ultrasonic Pest Repeller Safe
Totally. There are no consumer reports that these devices have harmed any people in any way.
There are also no chemicals when you use a solar ultrasonic pest repeller to deter unwanted animals from invading your lawn. It is solar-powered, too, so you are not harming the environment too.
If you are also looking for other outdoor solar products, you may also be interested in a solar oven and outdoor solar showers. Or unfortunately, your car battery suddenly runs out of power during a picnic, one option worth considering is to use a solar battery maintainer.
Conclusion
Most of the pest deterrents in the market use chemicals or do physical harm in the process of keeping unwanted animals away in our private space. But if you are following the trend today, you would see that most products are now environmentally friendly.
With that being said, let this solar pest repeller review help you in choosing the best solar pest repeller in the market that will fit your needs.
Plus, animal cruelty is not a good image for anyone to have. Most of the pesky critters that come to your space are just trying to find food. That is why if you want a clear conscience, using solar pest repellers would be a good option.
I am Kathleen Miller, staff writer and reviewer of the Avasolar team. Working with the team has been a pleasure for me so far, I hope to bring readers useful information by creating detailed and easy-to-follow contents.