The 8 Best Mole Traps

Updated October 02, 2019 by Melissa Harr

This wiki has been updated 25 times since it was first published in April of 2018. If you’ve spent a lot of time, energy and money on your lawn, but are now playing whack-a-mole instead of enjoying the fruits of your labor, then you need one of these traps. We've included several types for various soils, and none require any poisons. They're pretty powerful, though, so watch your hands when you set them, and make sure you keep curious pets and kids away. When users buy our independently chosen editorial choices, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki. If you'd like to contribute your own research to Ezvid Wiki, please get started by reviewing this introductory video.

1. Wire Tek 1001 Eliminator
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2. Nash Choker Loop
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3. Harris Easy Set
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4. Cinch All-Purpose
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5. Wildlife Control Supplies NoMol 4-Pack
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6. Black Hole Rodent Trap
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7. Victor Out O’Sight
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8. Tomcat Professional
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Special Honors

Trapline Standard Compared to most others, the Trapline Standard is positively tiny, but don't worry, as this works in your favor. It slides neatly into a tunnel and doesn't require mounding any dirt, so moles are likely to run right into it with no idea that anything is amiss. Each is made for repeated use, too. traplineproducts.com

Editor's Notes

September 29, 2019:

We've kept a range of traps at this time, but we continue to omit mole poisons and ultrasonic repellers. The former are dangerous to pets and not legal for public sale in some areas, while the latter have not been conclusively proven to work. As for what does work, the Wire Tek 1001 Eliminator and the Nash Choker Loop remain on top. We've also added the Harris Easy Set. It is an easy-to-handle model, like the Eliminator, making it a good option for those who worry about pinching their fingers. The Harris model is less expensive than the Eliminator, though, as it is more plastic than heavy-duty metal. No matter which you choose, you should consider wearing a sturdy pair of work gloves, both when you're setting it and when it comes to disposing of the mole.

Last updated on October 02, 2019 by Melissa Harr

Melissa Harr is a language-obsessed writer from Chicagoland who holds both a bachelor of arts and master of arts in English. Although she began as a TEFL teacher, earning several teaching certificates and working in both Russia and Vietnam, she moved into freelance writing to satisfy her passion for the written word. She has published full-length courses and books in the realm of arts & crafts and DIY; in fact, most of her non-working time is spent knitting, cleaning, or committing acts of home improvement. Along with an extensive knowledge of tools, home goods, and crafts and organizational supplies, she has ample experience (okay, an obsession) with travel gear, luggage, and the electronics that make modern life more convenient.

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