Matt K.
It worked so well in our backyard that evenings are finally enjoyable again! I’m ordered another one for the front porch.
Does it actually work?
Yes — you'll hear it going within the first few minutes, and the tray tells the story by morning. Moths, mosquitoes, midges, gnats, flies, flying beetles: if it's out there after dark, the UV draws it in.
It works hardest staked out in the yard rather than right beside you — that way the traffic is pulled away from your table instead of through it.
Won’t it just attract MORE bugs?
The UV light draws bugs that are already in your yard toward the zapper and away from you. It doesn't create new bugs — it intercepts the ones that would have reached you anyway.
That's why it goes out in the yard rather than on the table: staked a few metres off, it pulls the traffic away from where you're sitting. More units in a perimeter means more interception.
Is it safe around kids, pets, and bees?
Yes. The electric grid sits behind a steel cage with gaps too narrow for a finger or a paw, so it's safe to have around kids and dogs. And because it only runs from dusk to dawn, it's already switched off by the time bees and butterflies are out working in the daylight — so it leaves your pollinators alone.
The Warden In Action
From Checkout to Deck
Free shipping , tracked the whole way.
- Order PlacedConfirmation in minutes
- Packed & CheckedDay 1–3
- On Its WayDay 4–7
- Out for DeliveryDay 8–11
- On Your Deck7-14 Businness Day
3 Quick Steps for Backyard Protection
Stake It
Push it into the ground out where the bugs come from, past the deck. No wires, no outlet, 30 seconds.
Let It Charge
The solar panel keeps it charged on its own. Cloudy stretch? Top it off with the included USB-C cable.
Enjoy the Night
An automatic sensor activates it at dusk and disables it at dawn. You will never have to plug anything.
How Warden ㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤActually Works ?
Check an old hanging zapper and you'll find a tray full of moths — while your ankles are still covered in bites. So you figure zappers just don't work. And you're right, but not for the reason you think.
It's a height problem. Backyard insect traffic runs low — within a couple of feet of the ground, right where your ankles are. A zapper up on a wall or under the eaves is guarding airspace almost nothing is using.
DeckGuard Warden stakes straight into the lawn, down in that zone — and it goes out in the yard rather than beside your chair, so the traffic gets pulled away from the table instead of through it. Everything circling higher — the moths, the midges, the gnats in your glass — the UV takes care of on its own.
Real Backyards. Real Results.
"Didn't expect much — we'd tried the candles and sprays, all of it. First night near the deck, the difference was mad. Already ordered a second for the front porch."
Daniel R. — Toowoomba
Verified customer
"Knocked off one star as the shipping took a bit to arrive — but honestly, it was absolutely worth the wait. We get hammered by mozzies near the creek and it's held up through a couple of downpours. Two minutes to set up."
Josh T. — Geelong
Verified customer
"My first question was whether it's safe around the kids and dog — no chemicals, so I'm happy having it on while they play. Charges itself and comes on at dusk. Got our evenings back."
Rebecca M. — Newcastle
Verified customer
"We'd given up on eating outside in summer. Worried the light might be harsh at night, but it's so subtle you forget it's there. Finally hosting barbies without everyone getting eaten alive."
Marcus & Priya, Adelaide
Verified customer
"Bought two for our bigger yard and covered the whole entertaining area. Set-and-forget is spot on — haven't touched it since it went in. No cords, no fuss."
Liam — Sunshine Coast
Verified customer
Why Customers Switch
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COMPARISON
Works low, where
insect traffic runs
insect traffic runs
No refills, no ongoing
cost
cost
$0/yr after buy
No outlet required
Yard-sized coverage
200m2
Rain and spray rated
IPX5
No chemicals near
kids & pets
kids & pets
Comparison based on manufacturer-published specifications.
Results depend on placement and yard conditions.
Trusted by Homeowners.
Proven in Backyards.
94%
Of customers say it outperforms every spray, candle, and zapper they’ve tried.
92%
Of customers say they can finally sit outside past sunset without getting bitten.
83%
Of customers ordered a second pack to cover more of their yard.
More than a bug zapper,
it's your evenings
handed back.
DeckGuard Warden catches thousands of bugs without sprays, chemicals, or a power outlet. Just stake it, forget it, and enjoy your outdoor space again.
- Solar powered — $0
to run - No chemicals,
no refills - Set up in
2 minutes - Trusted by 12,400+
customers
What Customers Ask Before Their First Order
How much area does it cover?
One Warden covers up to 200m² — plenty for most patios, decks, or pool areas.
- 1 Warden — up to 200m²
- 2 Wardens — up to 400m²
- 3 Wardens — up to 600m²
Most customers grab two — one covering the deck, one further out in the yard — to cover the whole space with no gaps (and save $149.95). Bigger property? Three wraps it in a perimeter.
Where's the best spot for it?
Out in the yard rather than right beside you — that's the trick most people miss.
- Five to eight metres out from where you sit
- Low, staked into the lawn — that's where the traffic runs
- On the side nearest the garden beds or the shadier corner
Set up that way it pulls insects away from your table instead of towards it. Tray filling fast? You've found the right spot.
What bugs does it kill?
The UV draws in the insects that make an evening outside miserable:
- Mosquitoes
- Moths
- Gnats & no-see-ums
- Flies
- Wasps & hornets
- Other flying insects
No sprays. No candles. No swatting.
Does it work during the day too?
The UV light is most effective after dark when it's visible to insects. During daylight, bugs are less attracted to UV light. DeckGuard is designed for evening and nighttime protection, which is when bug pressure peaks.
Is it even strong enough if it’s solar-powered?
Yes. The panel recharges the built-in battery by day, and at night the zapper runs off that stored power through a 4,500V grid — enough to drop mosquitoes, flies, moths and the rest on contact.
Give the panel a clear run at the sun and it looks after itself. If your yard's shaded or you hit a cloudy stretch, every unit includes a USB-C cable to top it off.
How long does it run on a charge?
A full charge runs it about 8-10 hours — dusk straight through to early morning. The light sensor flips it on at dusk and off at dawn, so it only draws power when it's actually dark. No switches, no timers, no babysitting.
Runtime naturally shortens through winter and long overcast stretches — that's solar doing its thing.
Is it loud? Will it buzz all night?
No constant hum. You'll hear a faint click each time it catches a bug, but there's no buzzing bulb or motor. Staked a few metres out in the yard, most owners stop noticing it after the first night.
Can I leave it outside in the rain?
Yes — the housing is weather-sealed and rated IPX5, so rain and spray are no problem. Just don't site it somewhere water pools, and bring it under cover in a serious storm.
After heavy wind, give the panel angle a quick look. Thirty seconds, and it's the usual fix if one ever seems sluggish.
Does it need cleaning?
Barely — about a minute a week. Switch it off and brush the grid clear. A full tray means it's been earning its keep.
I’ll probably come back and order later.
Most customers say that too. Then bug season peaks and they wish they'd started sooner. Every night without DeckGuard is another evening spent inside or swatting. Our 60-day guarantee means there's zero risk in starting now — but there's a real cost in waiting.
Customer Reviews
Matthew Y. - Sydney
Verified
Set it near the patio and noticed fewer mozzies around us after dark.
Claire B. - Melbourne
Verified
We use ours beside the back deck most evenings. It charges well during the day, switches itself on after sunset, and has been surprisingly effective after warm rainy afternoons.
Daniel R. - Brisbane
Verified
Simple setup, bright light, and the zapper was working properly the first night.
Olivia T. - Perth
Verified
Our backyard gets a lot of moths and mosquitoes in summer. I pushed it into the lawn, left the panel facing north, and by bedtime there were already plenty caught inside.
Sarah M. - Adelaide
Verified
I like that there is no extension lead running across the garden anymore.
Ben C. - Gold Coast
Verified
Bought two for different ends of our yard and they have worked better than expected. They come on automatically at night, and the little solar lights included were actually useful along the path.
Liam P. - Canberra
Verified
Charged it by USB first, then solar has kept it going every night since. Killed so many bugs.
Georgia H. - Newcastle
Verified
We sit outside with the kids after dinner and mosquitoes used to drive everyone indoors. This has made those evenings much easier, especially after rain when the bugs usually get really bad.
Emily W. - Hobart
Verified
It feels sturdy, was easy to assemble, and has handled our cold evenings fine.
Nathan K. - Wollongong
Verified
I was mainly worried the solar panel would struggle on cloudy days, but it has held up well. I also liked the backyard ebook; a few of the simple tips were genuinely handy.
Rachel D. - Geelong
Verified
Put it beside our outdoor table and heard it working within the first hour.
Mark S. - Townsville
Verified
There are loads of insects around our place once the wet weather starts. This has been running from dusk until late without needing attention, and cleaning the grid every few mornings is straightforward.
Chloe A. - Darwin
Verified
The dusk setting is my favourite part because I never remember to switch things on.
Jason F. - Cairns
Verified
We bought three because our block is fairly wide. One near the deck and two further out gives us better coverage, and the longer replacement warranty was a nice bonus for something kept outdoors.
Sophie L. - Ballarat
Verified
Not completely silent, but the occasional zap is worth it when we are outside.
Andrew G. - Toowoomba
Verified
Ours sits near the barbecue area and gets sun for most of the afternoon. It turns on by itself once it gets dark and has been catching a mix of moths and smaller insects.
Megan J. - Bendigo
Verified
Very easy to move around, so I shift it depending on where we are sitting.
Chris N. - Sunshine Coast
Verified
I ordered two and spaced them across the backyard. They have made evening meals outside more comfortable, and the four little solar path lights were a pleasant extra that we ended up using immediately.
Lauren E. - Launceston
Verified
The battery lasts through our evenings and I have not needed the USB cable again.
Peter V. - Mackay
Verified
First night I wasn't sure it was doing much, then I checked the tray the next morning. Plenty of bugs in there. Setup took only a couple of minutes and it has been easy since. 4 stars just because of shipping.
Jessica R. - Albury
Verified
Looks much neater than the old corded zapper we had hanging near the door.
Tom H. - Rockhampton
We get hammered by bugs around the shed after sunset. This has been useful there, especially since I can leave it outside and let the solar panel handle charging without thinking about it.
Natalie C. - Alice Springs
Verified
Took almost no time to set up and the light comes on reliably after dusk.
Greg M. - Coffs Harbour
Verified
I picked up two units for our patio and garden area. Both charged properly and started working the first evening. The included ebook was simple, but I did use a couple of its backyard suggestions.
