9 best cockroach remedies according to user reviews

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

It is unlikely that you will want to share housing with insects. Common pests in apartment buildings are cockroaches. In our time, this problem is no longer so acute, because a huge range of inexpensive means to combat them is offered. It remains for the buyer to choose an option and use it based on the instructions.

Rating of the best remedies for cockroaches

Category	A place	Name	Price
The best aerosols against cockroaches	1	Aerosol from flying and crawling insects Raid 'Max'	275 RUB
	2	Aerosol Raptor	205 RUB
The best gels	1	Globo l	450 RUB
	1	Dohlox-gel	110 RUB
Best powder	1	Clean house	RUB 30
Best capsules	1	Tsifox	RUB 300
Best crayon	1	Mashenka	RUB 25
Best cockroach traps	1	KOKUBU Nenchaku Pro	174 r
	2	Raid Max	181 r

Top manufacturers

You can choose from products of different brands – recognizable and popular on the Russian market. These include:

1. Raid;

2. Masha;

3. Raptor;

4. Dohlox;

5. Agrovit.

The cockroach remedies presented under these brands have proven themselves. They have received positive reviews from ordinary buyers and experts. These products are subject to mandatory certification in order to exclude dangerous effects on human health.

The presented products are very diverse. They come in the form of sprays, traps, crayons. Depending on this, the effect of exposure, the features of the application and the final result change.

The best aerosols against cockroaches

Aerosols are a classic option for controlling unwanted insects. Dichlorvos was the leader in this segment, but now there are safe and effective products.

Aerosol from flying and crawling insects Raid 'Max'

Rating: 4.8

An aerosol from the Raid brand that will help fight cockroaches and other insects. The aerosol kills moths, mosquitoes and flies, and it is approved for use in the kitchen. The composition contains imiprotrin 0.05%, pralletrin 0.05%, cyfluthrin 0.15%. To kill cockroaches, process the congestion areas for 7-9 seconds.

The best universal remedy, you should keep it close at hand, because you need to use it regularly until the pests are completely eliminated.

Advantages

• universal aerosol for cockroaches and flying insects;

• convenient application;

• economical consumption;

• safety for human health;

disadvantages

• there is a slight odor;

• the best universal remedy, it should be kept at hand, because you need to use it regularly until the pests are completely eliminated.

• must be applied regularly.

Aerosol Raptor

Rating: 4.7

The aerosol is known to Russian consumers. Aerosol Raptor has a strong composition that is superior to Dichlorvos. Insects are killed immediately by a direct hit. It has a smell, but it cannot be called unpleasant. The product itself is safe for humans, so it can be used even in residential premises. The main disadvantages include the fact that with long-term use, cockroaches get used to it.

Raptor is a means for one-time treatment of a room. It can kill cockroaches, but over time the pests will get used to it.

Advantages

• strong action and effect;

• lack of unpleasant odors;

• safety for humans;

• getting rid of cockroaches and larvae;

disadvantages

• loses efficiency over time.

The best cockroach gels

Gels are easy to use and easy to use. They don't crumble and stay focused, making them an effective way to get rid of cockroaches.

Globol

Rating: 4.9

According to customer reviews, it is one of the most effective means for controlling cockroaches on the market. The basis of the composition is chlorpyrifos in a concentration (up to 0.5%), which acts directly on the insect's nervous system. It has a toxicity class IV, which is safe for humans and pets. After exposure to the paste, the cockroach dies in 2-3 hours; it will take 1-2 weeks to completely get rid of insects.

Globol gel has no drawbacks – an inexpensive tool that can remove the cockroach population. For this, the gel is applied only once. It affects crawling insects, primarily cockroaches.

Advantages

• retains the effect throughout the entire time of use;

• affordable price;

• the first results appear within a few hours;

• does not require regular repetition of actions;

disadvantages

• No flaws were found.

Dohlox-gel

Rating: 4.6

Another anti-cockroach gel that attracts with a low price. This is a budget option that shows good performance. The active substance is fipronil in a concentration (up to 0.5%). It paralyzes the nervous system of the insect, and complete death occurs in 7-8 hours. A distinctive feature is packaging, it is supplied in a syringe, which you just need to squeeze out in the right place. But over time, cockroaches become addicted to this gel.

One of the budget funds, easy to apply and quickly results. But long-term use is best combined with other means.

Advantages

• safety for human health;

• low cost;

• packing in a syringe;

• efficiency;

disadvantages

• efficiency decreases over time.

The best anti-cockroach powder

Powder products are readily available and easy to apply. They are effective against cockroaches indoors. But this is due to the concentration of active substances, therefore, such funds are hazardous to health.

Clean house

Rating: 4.7

Powder 'Clean House' contains a mixture of tetramine, piperonyl butoxide, cypertromine in high concentration. It is a strong compound that kills insects quickly. But this powder is poisonous to people too, so it is used only in personal protection. Because of this, it is impossible to stay in the treated rooms until the end of the procedure.

Strong and cheap remedy, but it is dangerous to health. After the completion of the procedure, a general cleaning of the premises is carried out.

Advantages

• extremely powerful remedy;

• low cost;

• maintaining efficiency for several weeks;

• quick result – the destruction of the entire colony of cockroaches in 1 day;

disadvantages

• toxicity;

• instructions for use are required.

The best cockroach capsules

Manufacturers offer a wide range of practical tools. Capsules that are easy to use and safe for health are gaining popularity.

Tsifox

Rating: 4.6

The tool is presented in small capsules that are laid out around the perimeter to scare off cockroaches. It is no longer intended for destruction, but for deterrence and prevention. But with direct exposure, Tsifox is able to kill an individual in 15-20 minutes. Capsules are poisonous, therefore individual protection is needed when unfolding capsules.

These capsules are recommended for prophylaxis or in combination with other agents for prolonged exposure. Due to its cost and toxicity, Tsifox is not as popular with consumers.

Advantages

• the onset of a beneficial effect;

• preventive action;

• getting rid of clusters of cockroaches in a short time;

disadvantages

• high price;

• does not affect laid eggs;

• toxicity;

The best crayon for cockroaches

Crayons are already considered a classic product popular with consumers. They are easy to use.

Mashenka

Rating: 4.5

One of the famous crayons for controlling cockroaches. It is an insecticide based on contact action. Its active substances are deltamethrin (0.05%) and zetacypermethrin (0.1%), belonging to the IV degree of toxicity (safe for humans). Chalk lines are applied through which cockroaches will not pass. It is convenient in that it acts for 7-9 days from the moment of application.

Chalk Mashenka is suitable for both active struggle and prevention. But it works only in certain places and over time, its effect decreases.

Advantages

• long-term action;

• low cost;

• simple application;

• lack of odors;

• safety for humans and pets;

disadvantages

• after 2-3 weeks it loses its effectiveness;

• limited coverage area.

Best cockroach trap

Safe traps have gained popularity. But their action is far from always clear, so choose proven means.

KOKUBU Nenchaku Pro

Rating: 4.7

A remedy from a Japanese manufacturer that has gained popularity. The traps are made of thick cardboard and with a sticky composition. The bait attracts cockroaches, which stick after getting inside. KOKUBU Nenchaku Pro is safe, but it is being placed in the right place. The sticky layer retains its properties for 1 month.

The trap does not poison cockroaches, therefore it is not used to control the population. It is rather a prophylactic agent against one-time insects.

Advantages

• convenient format;

• safe composition.

disadvantages

• point impact on individual insects;

• the effect depends on the location chosen.

Raid Max

Rating: 4.6

The popular brand offers a variety of remedies, including traps. This is a device of narrow action, designed to destroy individuals or small groups. Its advantage lies in its ease of use and complete safety. Inside contains the Abamekin insecticide, which poisons cockroaches and even destroys the larvae. The set includes 4 traps and a breeding regulator.

The Preventive Trap Against Small Groups. But it contains a toxic substance, therefore it acts against adults and larvae.

Advantages

• safety for humans and animals;

• destroys cockroaches and larvae;

• lack of unpleasant odor;

• compact size and convenient shape;

disadvantages

• low effectiveness against the population;

• high price.

What remedy for cockroaches to buy?

1. Aerosols are suitable as a universal insect control agent. You can choose Raid Max or Raptor, although the latter loses its effect against cockroaches over time.

2. If you have to deal with a large population of insects in the house, then you should choose special gels. The best on the market is Globol gel. Dohlox is chosen as a budget alternative, but after 1-2 weeks it will lose its effect.

3. Powder “Clean House” is used as “heavy artillery”. This is a cheap and powerful remedy, but for such a procedure you will have to clean the entire room for 1-2 days.

4. For the prevention and destruction of a small number of cockroaches, use Masha's chalk or Raid Max traps. They will prevent pests from spreading in your home.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.