Mosquitoes are responsible for more human suffering than almost any other creature on Earth. During Australia's warmer months, as temperatures rise and mosquito activity increases, the risks they carry become hard to ignore. A single bite — whether in your backyard, at a campsite, or on an evening walk — can expose your family to health threats that linger long after the itch fades.

Health authorities consistently advise Australians to reduce mosquito exposure during warmer, wetter periods, especially after rainfall, when outdoor activity and mosquito numbers can both increase. Yet most families still rely on the same ineffective solutions: citronella candles that blow out in the breeze, chemical sprays that wear off in an hour, or bulky plug-in devices that can't go where your family goes.

That's why we decided to run this test.