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<h4 class="dechead">On One Hand: Product Gets Good Reviews
ThermaCell claims to repel mosquitoes from a 225-square-foot area for up to 12 hours. According to Cabela's Outfitters, ThermaCell is a top-rated product. User reviews range from 4 to 5 out of 5 stars. Hunters reported quick results with the product both on the ground and in tree stands. The manufactuer of ThermaCell claims a 98 percent efficacy rate when applied in proper conditions.
On the Other: Might Not Work at High Altitudes
ThermaCell will not work at altitudes above 4,500 feet. At higher altitudes, it's difficult to start and maintain the burning process used by ThermaCell.
Bottom Line
ThermaCell is powered by a butane cartridge, which heats a section saturated with allethrin, a naturally occurring insecticide. Allethrin is an effective bug repellant, according to Cornell University. User reviews of ThermaCell concur that the product is effective.
Source:
MosquitoRepellant.com: ThermaCell
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