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10 of 11 found the following review helpful:
 Vacuum Way Too Weak! Jan 23, 2011
By Sarah Barth
"American Expat"
Good concept, very poor execution. The motor is too weak to suck up anything other than a small flying insect (think gnat) or a medium-sized dead one. Average household spider trying to run away? Forget about it! There is no way this waste of money could suck it up if it has a grip on anything other than greased marble. For the record, the Backyard Safari wet/dry habitat -- assuming you catch anything to put in it -- is again, a great concept but terrible execution.
6 of 6 found the following review helpful:
 Laser Light falls off Dec 29, 2010
By Pop-Pop
I puchased 2 of these for my Grandsons. The lazer light wouldn't stay mounted on either one. This was on Christmas morning, before they were even taken outdoors. I had to use zip-ties to keep them on the vac. This seems typical of the untested toys we're getting now. Why don't the manufacturers have their kids play with these things for a while before they go into production?
5 of 5 found the following review helpful:
 It works for Stink Bugs! Jan 31, 2011
By EM
I know that this is supposed to be a toy for young children, but I live in an area in which there are many, many Stink Bugs flying around and trying to get into my home. On some days, there are as many as twenty to take outside again. They leave a trail for others to follow and can't be crushed because then they'd leave a smell behind -- hence their name. You can't call an exterminator because experts say that then the Stink Bugs are left lying around dead and attract worse critters to your home. The ones that do manage to get inside now get a quick trip back outdoors via this Summit Backyard Safari Bug Vacuum. This vacuum works if you put the tip of the yellow end flush against the door, wall, floor, or whatever the insect is on, otherwise there isn't enough suction power to lift it into the chamber. (You wouldn't want too much suction, otherwise it could rip the insect apart.) A quick flip of the magnifying glass traps the insect until I can get it out with a quick tap of the vacuum against the deck or ground. Also, note that this "toy" uses a lot of battery power and so the batteries need to be changed frequently. By the way, it's mine now and the kids don't get to play with it anymore -- I'll need to buy them some more.
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
Summit Backyard Safari insect hand vacuums... Apr 05, 2012
By K. CRAIG
This review is NOT specifically addressing the SUMMIT BACKYARD SAFARI BUG VACUUM WITH LASER LIGHT.
There are several models available from SUMMIT that are worthy of comment, but the designs change frequently. I have worked as a professional entomologist for several years and felt that this item could use some alternate observations. I have used many models of these toys as samplers for professional duty sampling.
1. This item is intended to be a toy, and is very "safely" manufactured (no sharp corners, etc.).
2. Comments that the vacuum is too weak probably reflect either (a) manufacturer defect or (b) a misunderstanding of how this style of item is best used.
3. The interchangeable storage removal/design is very clever, durable, and practical. Most are equiped with built-in doors and "watch glass" magnifiers.
4. The motor can be burned out if the vacuum is (incorrectly) used to suck up dirt.
5. Laser-lights, decorative lights, and other acoutrements are not critical to the function of the unit... but I understand that the kids will find that they add to the fun.
6. Larger insects will require the stronger vacuum settings, and more creative sampling methodology. Even a point-blank suction on a medium-large beetle or spider will not dislodge it if the arthropod has its claws attatched to fabric or soft wood; the animal will need to be gently dislodged in order to sample it. A higher vacuum option (beyond the span of these SUMMIT samplers) will always risk damaging small insects (which defeats the purpose of this product).
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
Great for picking up Feeder Crickets Dec 03, 2011
By Tom Small
I first bought an $8.00 bug vacuum and it was crap. Just pay the extra money, it's well worth it. I bought this one and was very happy at the quality. it comes with an extra viewing chamber. nice bonus. it has three settings...low, medium and high. I use it to suck up feeder crickets for our Bearded Dragon. it works great and makes it a whole lot easier than scooping them up by hand. the battery life is pretty good too. we have had the vacuum for about 6 weeks and have changed the batteries once. We use it every day and it does the job reliably. The only thing I don't like about it, is the yellow suction tip is just slip fitted on and sometimes pops off if it gets banged against the tank wall. The clear viewing chamber is twist fitted so it stays put. this happens occasionally and is not a deal killer. I hope this helps.
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