I have the old patio lanterns and bought this recently. It looks much nicer on my patio table and is easier to operate as far as switching the butane cartridge and the ignition. On the old lantern, it was hard for some people to get their fingers in the slots to open the bottom to change the cartridge. This model is much easier as you unscrew the base. It works just as well as all Thermacell products I've tried which are the only things that keep the mosquitos off of me, except for spray-on repellant, which I'd rather not use constantly. I love the design and that there is a lid, so I can leave it outside even if its raining, which happens most afternoons in our part of Florida.

Fire pit, right next to marsh. Cat tails and beaver hut in sight. I tested it. It worked. It worked impressively in my humble opinion. I've been in that area with nothing and was lighter due to the amount of blood I had removed by them pesky critters. I've been able to sit there for hours with no spray and never so much as a swat from my hand. If it's windy enough to keep the bugs away, don't light it. If the bugs will be looking for you, light er up. I turn mine on right away, before I even look at starting a fire. Once the fires going, I've never been bothered. My significant other has gotten a couple bites, ok, a couple. But as an observer, I've notice a big increase in a content look on her face, and much much less mosquitoes swatting. Yes, there is a cost involved, and a cost to operate. Worth it from my point of view. These folks deserve to make some bucks for this contraption, cause it works. I've already bought a significant back up of butane cartridge and magic stuff patches. Word of warning. The first time I turned it off, thats all I did. Turned it to off and put er on the shelf. Next time I went to use it, was empty, no fuel. Now, I turn it off, reach up and unscrew the gas. Still worth it, it works.

Bought one for my cousin during the Calgary Stampede, based on a friend's recommendation, and it worked 100% after being eaten alive the evening before! Bought 2 more for myself and LOVE them. No more irritating visits on my deck next to the pond. I had no problem registering them in Canada. If it is windy, it has to be upwind, but you will get less coverage. Impossible for mosquitos to be landing on the device, as the repellent works like a charm, and the top gets quite hot. I think some people forget to read the instructions, and don't know how to use it! I highly recommend it!

Used first time last ight - our dinner was virtually mosquito free! The longer we dined the more we noticed no biting or buzzing! I bought two units and we dine on the deck regularly - even before Covid- and we will test them again soon - I'M CONFIDENT THEY'LL DO THEIR JOB!

Thermacell Patio Shield Mosquito Repeller Bonus Pack with 48 Hours of Mosquito Protection works just fine. Mosquitos are attracted to our family and it is hard for us to enjoy outside but with thermacell patio shield repeller is became possible for us to enjoy the weather without getting bit. It doesn't cover that much of the area but works fine for small areas.

So i got this to review. One of the hardest part, is to open the package. To put together and use is real simple. Works, most mosquitoes are gone after the product warms up and starts working. It's the middle of the day in Florida, haven't tried it at night. The product is okay priced, but the refills are expensive and don't last long.

So far using this mosquito repeller, it seens to be keeping the mosquitos away. I live in hot/humid area and I did notice alot less mosquitos, and they were hesitant to cone around. The repeller get hot at the bottom and puts out a bit of smoke that doesn't have mych of a smell. I like that you can pretty much take this anywhere.

We bought this hoping, but, knowing it would not work, and, guess what it did not work. We have a cottage an hour north of the Muskoka's and we tried it there. Twice! Not even in the worst part of the mosquito season and it is a joke. Waste of money...

I bought this product to use on my patio. I thought it looked nice, pleasing color and shape, unobtrusive, and not messy. After unpacking, I read through the instructions and thought, seems easy to use. Screwed in the fuel canister, turned it on, clicked 3 times and nothing. I tried again, nothing. Turned it off, waited a bit then tried again. Clicked what seemed like forever and finally I saw a glow in the sight glass. After about 3 minutes I noticed there was no glow. Started over trying to get it to light. It finally did and we used it for 30 min or so. It did keep Mosquitos away for that time. When we were done, I shut it off but didn't remove the fuel canister. A couple day later, I tried to light it again and couldn't get it to work. I checked and the fuel was empty. I am very disappointed in this product and would not recommend it. My advice, get something that is rechargeable/battery operated.

I bought this about a month ago. Me and hubby are staying super close to the beach and we use the patio shield almost daily for our sunset dates. We turn on about 5 minutes before let it warm up a bit and VOILA... it works no mosquitoes or annoying pest around us. Will definitely be buying the fills and repurchase if I have too!!