The $6 Amazon Find That’ll Solve Your Fruit Fly Problem Once and for All (20,000 Were Bought Last Month!)

We’re at that point in the summer when the gnats just seem to be everywhere — and not just outside. Whether it’s your fruit bowl, houseplants, or the moisture in the sink (or all of the above) that’s drawing them in, they keep popping up relentlessly. It’s beyond frustrating and more than a little gross to have bugs flying around your kitchen, so if you’re at your wit’s end like I am, it’s time to find a solution that’ll solve the problem for good.

Instead of dealing with a time-consuming DIY trap that may or may not work, a quick search on Amazon will reveal some stellar options that only cost a few bucks. When an item has been purchased over 20,000 times in the past month alone and has thousands of five-star reviews, you can be sure that it’s worth the buy. Especially considering that, in this case, a set of 48 traps is going for only $6 right now!

Available in yellow, blue, and black and in cute butterfly and starburst shapes, these traps are designed to capture fruit flies and fungus gnats alike, drawing them onto the sticky surface and keeping them there. Instead of using potentially harmful or smelly chemicals, they use glue-based adhesive. It really is as effortless to set up and easy to maintain as it looks. All you have to do is peel off the covering, place one near your fruit bowl, trash can, or plants, and wait to see how many bugs it collects, replacing it once it’s full. The brand says you can leave it in place for several weeks before needing to change it out with another. This set, which comes with a whopping 48 traps, will have you covered for the rest of summer and then some. 

Average Rating: 4.3/5

“I’ve noticed a significant reduction in gnat activity within just a few days of using these traps. They’re affordable and nontoxic, making them a safe choice for indoor gardening. Highly recommend these traps if you’re dealing with fungus gnats!” — MadMaxine

“Cheap & they work! We moved approximately 100 houseplants from a moderate humidity area to a low humidity area, and these have done a great job of eradicating any fungus gnats that were in the plants. Easy to install, super sticky, and they stay sticky for weeks. Highly recommend, and will buy again.” — Leah

“I caught five fruit flies within the first few minutes! The sticky part is very sticky, which is great. There’s no smell at all. And on top of it they’re really cute! I would definitely buy these again, although so many come in the package that I won’t need to for a while.” — Team dictionary

After taking all of that into account, there’s really no question of whether this $6 find should go straight into your cart. Say goodbye to your fruit fly and gnat problem for good!

Buy: Landisun Fruit Fly Sticky Traps, $5.59 (usually $11.99)