The Best Roach Baits Reviews [Updated, 2024]

Raid double control small roach baits plus egg stopper does a dual job of killing small roaches and stopping female ones from laying more eggs and growing the colony. When the cockroaches consume the bait, they get infected and spread it to other roaches in the colony. This increases the number of dead roaches, thereby effectively cleaning your home.

The most significant advantage of Raid is that it can be used on a variety of roaches and ants such as carpenter ants, ghost ants, Argentine ants, crazy ants, and odorous ants. That sure helps simplify things. But yes, Raid doesn’t work on fire ants, harvest ants, and pharaoh ants.

The egg stopper has to be activated before it’s used. Press on the side of the pouch until you hear a snap. It means that the capsule inside has broken and is ready to attract roaches. Immediately place the egg stopper in a safe location (under the sink/ refrigerator, in the bathroom, etc.) and out of reach of kids and pets. The egg stopper needs to be replaced once every three months if you still find roaches at home.

The roach bait kills small roaches and works for up to a month. Place the bait in corners and cracks for the roaches to get attracted to it. You’ll find the dead bodies of cockroaches in and around the house when the bait is active and working.

While Raid works decently with NY roaches, it may not be fully effective with larger ones. You might have to use more than one bait (but not sprays) to get rid of large roaches, especially if the infestation is huge.

Why Say Yes: This is the best bait for roach and is effective on different types of ants.

Vendetta roach gel bait is the second-best bait for roach and a great choice to use indoors without any risk. Unlike other insecticides, Vendetta doesn’t harm kids, pets, or elders. You must be careful about using the gel bait in places out of reach for pets and kids. That’s easy too. Use the gel bait in the corners, gaps, and edges.

The active ingredient in the gel bait will attract roaches in large numbers and kill them instantly. You’ll find dead or half-dead cockroaches lying wherever you apply the gel bait. Simply sweep them up and clean the place. Easy, isn’t it?

The Vendetta includes a plunger and a tip along with the four tubes of gel bait. Do you already have a bait gun? The gel bait will likely be compatible with it. Add tiny drops of the gel bait in places where you see maximum roach activity in the house and leave it overnight.

You’ll have to reapply a few more times before your home is free of roaches. Vendetta works on bait-averse and non-averse cockroaches with the same efficiency. Stop using the gel bait once you no longer spot roaches. Store it safely at room temperature and out of reach. You can use it again if the problem reoccurs. We love that Vendetta can last for up to three years and more after buying it.

Plus Point: Contains active ingredient abamectin B1.

Maxforce roach control bait contains the famous active ingredient Fipronil that kills roaches in two ways. Yep. Cockroaches that eat the gel die within eight hours. In the meantime, the roaches will go and spread the ingredient in the colony and kill others, especially those hiding and who haven’t come out to eat the gel. That’s a double advantage, isn’t it?

You can bring the bait in use both indoors and outdoors, though we strongly recommend you keep it away from kids and pets. Wear gloves when applying the bait and follow the safety instructions to the dot. Use the bait in areas that aren’t otherwise easily reachable. The plunger and four tips provided in the package have been designed for this purpose.

However, you’ll have to stay calm and wait for Maxforce roach bait to work. It can take up to eight days to see the results. You can continue applying the bait every day or on alternate days, depending on the extent of the infestation. The control bait works quite well on moderate-sized infestations with reapplication.

An advantage of using Maxforce is the price. The four-tube pack comes for a cost-effective price and lasts for up to two years if stored in an airtight container. Apply it under the sink, in the bathroom, kitchen, patio, baseboards, water pipes, etc., for roaches to get attracted to the bait.

Pro Tip: Apply the bait in cracks and crevices where sprays can’t reach.

A combat roach killing unit is a package of two types of baits to kill the small and large roaches in the house. While the 12-month bait is set up in stations, the gel tube is used similar to other gel bait products on our list.

The bait station set also contains 18 child-resistant bait stations that can be used as extras. Follow the instructions and place the baits in areas where there’s more roach traffic. The most effective places to use the bait stations are under the sink, behind appliances, and the toilet in the bathroom. You can leave them touching the walls or the corners and forget about them for the next few months.

The roaches will be pulled to the bait (safely enclosed in plastic to prevent your pets from being harmed), eating the substance, and dying nearby.

The gel bait works the same way, except it is in gel form and needs to be applied in dots using a plunger. The gel bait has Fipronil as an active ingredient. The gel bait is more suitable for injection into cracks and gaps where you can’t place the bait stations.

You should be rid of roaches in all sizes from the next day. However, make sure to keep the bait away from kids and pets. It won’t hurt to be too careful, right? Make sure to close the lid tightly after using the gel bait tube.

Best Feature: The package has roach bait stations and gel bait usually sold as separate items. You get two for one.

Advion cockroach gel bait, an effective product by Syngenta, is included in our best roach bait list, and you’ll see why. The gel bait targets all species of roaches, including the German ones that are averse to gel bait. That alone is a valid reason to put Advion at the top.

The active ingredient in the gel bait is a non-repellent formulation that results in high consumption and a higher control rate. Use the gel bait anywhere in and around the property. Apply the gel at 3 to 5 spots as per the instructions and wait for the magic to occur. Make sure not to spread it in a line or use more than the prescribed quantity.

Another reason to choose Syngenta Advion cockroach gel bait is that it suits all ranges of properties. Use it at your home, office, apartment buildings, supermarkets, factories, and many more. Leave the gel bait overnight so that the cockroaches can consume it and die on the spot.

However, you’ll have to reuse the gel bait multiple times to get rid of the roaches and the babies too. Otherwise, the babies will grow up and lay more eggs, causing another bout of roach infestation.

Bonus Advantage: Great for controlling large cockroach infestation.