Best Mouse Traps of 2024
1. BEST OVERALL MOUSE TRAP
Victor No Touch, No See Electronic Mouse Trap
PROS
- No-see, no-touch disposal
- Easy to clean
- Over 8.9K five-star reviews on Amazon
CONS
- Not ideal for large infestations
Victor has been making mouse traps since 1898 — its wooden snap trap is iconic (it’s also included in our round-up). But this electronic model is proof of the company’s belief in building a better mouse trap.
It uses sensor technology to determine when a mouse enters the chamber, then delivers a high-voltage shock that kills the mouse quickly. Our experts like that the Victor electronic mouse trap is engineered with both a no-touch and no-see disposal, and it is easy to empty, clean and bait. “The Victor has done the best job of all trap types at containing the mice problem in our New York City apartment,” notes one tester. Many Amazon shoppers agree: It’s got over 8.9K five-star reviews.
The downside is it takes four AA batteries and the electric jolt uses a lot of juice, making it even less affordable, especially if you’re dealing with a lot of mice.
2. BEST VALUE MOUSE TRAP
Victor Easy Set Wooden Snap Trap (12 Pack)
PROS
- Easy to install
- Affordable
- Reusable
CONS
- Dead mice are visible
The standard wood-and-metal snap trap from Victor is the perfect combination of value and efficiency. Our testers love how inexpensive these traps are at around a dollar apiece. “The reusable mouse trap is also easy to use with a large, pre-baited plastic cheese pedal that eliminates the need to set up your own bait. But it’s still a little tricky setting the spring-loaded arm bar. According to the brand, the trap features an expanded trigger plate which makes for a higher rate of rodent catching.
Those with animals in the house also need to be careful. “We have a dog in the house, so we had to be strategic with the placement of the traps to make sure he didn’t get caught up in them,” adds one tester.
3. BEST CLAM SNAP MOUSE TRAP
Tomcat Press ‘N Set Mouse Trap
PROS
- One-touch set up is fast
- Can catch 3 mice at once
- Strong jaws
CONS
- Not reusable
For a mild infestation, Tomcat Tomcat Press ‘N Set is a great spring-loaded clam snap trap. In their tests, our partners at Popular Mechanics found the trap easy to use and efficient — it even snagged three mice in a single snap. We’re also fond of the one-touch set-up, which provided little risk of pinching your fingers. You can use a non-toxic bait gel with it, although it’s sold separately. In our previous tests, we have found gels to be effective in treating other pests, like roaches, because they’re laced with a tasty food source, so it can be more effective at luring rodents quicker.
4. BEST ELECTRIC MOUSE TRAP
OWLTRA Indoor Electric Mouse Trap
PROS
- Directly release into trash
- Strong voltage
- Infrared detection sensors
CONS
- Battery can run out quickly
Powered by four AA batteries, the OWLTRA Indoor Electric Mouse Trap generates a 6,000 to 9,000 voltage shock that, according to the brand, can kill up to 60 mice. It’s quick and efficient for minimal suffering, and you can easily empty the chamber into the trash without ever having to touch or see the mouse. The brand recommends using a pea-sized amount of bait in the back of the trap to lure in rodents, and there are two infrared sensors — one at the entrance and one at the back — that activate once the pest is fully inside.
Just be sure to monitor when the battery is running low, otherwise you’ll wind up with trapped live mice.
5. BEST HIDDEN KILL SNAP MOUSE TRAP
Trapper Hidden Kill Mouse Trap (4 Pack)
PROS
- No-see, no-touch disposal
- Sleek profile
CONS
- Not reusable
If you like the idea of a snap trap, but don’t want to touch or see a dead mouse, this might be the right trap for you. This disposable snap trap is encased inside a discreet chamber so everything is concealed. Then when the mouse has been caught, you can just throw it into the trash without the need to empty it. The Trapper Hidden Kill snap trap has a two-way entry that allows mice to enter from either directionand a removable bait cup for quick and easy baiting. We like that this trap is sleek and well-designed for inconspicuous corner placement.
6. BEST BAR SNAP MOUSE TRAP
JT Eaton Jawz Plastic Mouse Trap (6 Pack)
PROS
- Can be set by hand or foot
- Compact design
CONS
- Dead mouse is visible
This JT Eaton model comes in a pack of six units, making it another great value for a snap trap. (For an even better deal, packs of 24 are also available.) The trap features a high-tension spring and can be set by hand or foot. We love that this snap trap is fitted with a red label to indicate whether it’s properly set and that it’s small enough to fit in tight spaces. This model is ideal for placing under appliances, like the refrigerator or stove, or along walls.
7. BEST LIVE CATCH MOUSE TRAP
Motel Mouse Humane Mouse Traps
PROS
- Reusable
- Humane mouse trap
CONS
- Mouse release is time sensitive
This live catch-and-release trap pack comes with two units and is a cost-effective, reusable option that doesn’t kill the mouse. The Mouse Motel model has a spring door that closes once the rodent is inside the chamber, and it won’t open until you release the mouse. This trap is easy to bait, clean and reset. But you’ll have to release the mouse a good distance (as in a few miles) from your home or it could find its way back inside. “And keep in mind, there’s a good chance that mouse will die within the hour because it’s going to be in a totally vulnerable position,” says Lerman.
8. BEST LARGE MOUSE TRAP
Victor Victor Tin Cat Multi-Catch Live Mouse Trap
PROS
- Humane mouse trap
- Holds a lot of mice
- Can be reused multiple times
CONS
- Have to see and release mice
If you suspect you have a large infestation, Victor Tin Cat Mouse Trap claims to catch up to 30 mice at once. It is a catch-and-release trap, meaning you will have to set free a nest of mice into the wild miles away unless risk the potential of them returning. While we haven’t tested this model, we have had good experience with Victor products for mouse trapping perviously. The brand recommends to use a gel or sticky bait like peanut butter to keep them occupied for longer.
Another plus is that this trap is low profile so you can hide it under furniture and it can be reused multiple times if you’d like.
