Tougher than Tom and Spartan Tubes

Do Spartan Mosquito Tubes or Tougher than Tom products really work?

TLDR, no. Remove breeding sites and use professional pest control.

As mosquito season approaches, many homeowners are on the hunt for effective mosquito control solutions. With so many options on the market, it can be difficult to determine which products work and which ones are simply a waste of money. Two such products that have gained popularity in recent years are Tougher than Tom and Mosquito Spartan. These are tubes or small containers that contain sugar, yeast and salt. Warm water is added and hung in trees around the yard.

But do these products actually work?

The answer, unfortunately, is no. While these products claim to kill mosquitoes and prevent their bites, the ingredients they use have been proven to be largely ineffective. According to experts, the active ingredients (salt, sugar, yeast) in Tougher than Tom and Mosquito Spartan are simply not strong enough to provide reliable mosquito control. According to the Journal of Medical Entomology, there is no evidence that salt water ingestion kills adult mosquitoes (Yee 2021)

In fact, a class action lawsuit was brought against Mosquito Spartan. Customers who purchased the product and found it to be ineffective are suing the company for misleading advertising and false claims (ColinPurrington 2020)

So, what should you do instead?

The best way to control mosquitoes is to reduce their breeding areas and implement treatments from professional mosquito control companies like Mosquito Squad and Pest Control of Fort Worth. By eliminating standing water, clearing away debris, and implementing targeted treatments, these companies can effectively reduce mosquito populations in your yard and protect you and your family from mosquito-borne illnesses. Mosquito Squad has all natural and non-broad spectrum targeted treatments that do not impact pollinators and other insects. See our In2Care option blog here.

In conclusion, while products like Tougher than Tom and Mosquito Spartan may seem like a convenient solution to mosquito control, they are unlikely to provide the protection you need. Instead, focus on reducing mosquito breeding areas and implementing targeted treatments from trusted mosquito control companies like Mosquito Squad and Pest Control of Fort Worth. With our help, you can enjoy a mosquito-free summer and protect your family from the dangers of mosquito-borne illnesses. Get a free quote here.