Reviews for TERRO® Fruit Fly Trap

We’re sorry to hear the TERRO® Fruit Fly Trap did not perform as expected. We have not changed the attractant formula, and many customers continue to have success with it. For best results, place the trap near areas where fruit flies are active, such as fruit bowls, trash cans, or sinks, and remove any competing food or moisture sources that may attract them away from the trap. We appreciate your feedback and will share your comments with our product team.

We're really sorry to hear how frustrating this has been. That’s definitely not the experience you were hoping for. From what you’re describing, it sounds like the fruit flies are more attracted to nearby food sources than to the traps, which can sometimes happen even when the bait is prepared correctly. A few things that often make a big difference: Remove competing attractants: Make sure all ripe/overripe fruits, vegetable scraps, and trash are sealed or stored away. Even a small source can outcompete the trap. Placement matters: Try positioning the traps right next to where you’re seeing the most activity (fruit bowls, trash bins, sinks). Fruit flies can reproduce quickly, so it may take a few days of consistent trapping and removing breeding sources to see a noticeable drop. That said, your feedback is really important, and we understand how disappointing it feels when something doesn’t work as expected.

Thank you for sharing your experience with the TERRO® Fruit Fly Trap. We’re sorry to hear the trap didn’t work as expected. These traps are designed so the scent draws fruit flies inside, so a few placement steps can help improve results. Place the trap right where the flies are active, keep the entry holes clear, and remove competing food sources like overripe fruit or spills. Keeping it away from strong airflow can also help the lure stay concentrated.