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title: "OW-1 Indoor Electric Rat Trap, Instant Kill Rodent Zapper with Pet Safe Trigger, Black, Large"
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# Instant 6,000-10,000V zap 4 C batteries power 60 kills Dual infrared pet-safe sensors OW-1 Indoor Electric Rat Trap, Instant Kill Rodent Zapper with Pet Safe Trigger, Black, Large

**Brand:** owltra
**Price:** R1688
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Zap the Rodent Problem—Fast, Clean & Safe!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** OW-1 Indoor Electric Rat Trap, Instant Kill Rodent Zapper with Pet Safe Trigger, Black, Large by owltra
- **How much does it cost?** R1688 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/238683692-ow-1-indoor-electric-rat-trap-instant-kill-rodent-zapper)

## Best For

- owltra enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted owltra brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **No-Touch Disposal System:** Magnetic latches allow clean, hands-free removal of rodents—no mess, no stress.
- • **Strategic Bait Placement:** Convenient bait area designed for easy application of protein-rich lures like peanut butter to maximize catch rates.
- • **Long-Lasting Battery Life:** One set of 4 C batteries powers up to 60 kills, making it a low-maintenance, high-impact solution.
- • **Pet & Child Safe Activation:** Dual infrared sensors ensure the trap only activates when a rodent is inside—no false triggers or risks to loved ones.
- • **Humane & Efficient Rodent Control:** Delivers a swift, no-mess zap that eliminates rodents instantly without suffering or chemicals.

## Overview

The OWLTRA OW-1 Indoor Electric Rat Trap is a powerful, humane rodent eliminator featuring a high-voltage zap (6,000-10,000V) powered by 4 C batteries that can exterminate up to 60 rats per set. Its dual infrared sensors ensure activation only when rodents enter, protecting pets and children from accidental shocks. Designed for no-mess disposal with magnetic latches, it offers a clean, hands-free experience. Ideal for indoor use, this large black trap combines efficiency, safety, and convenience for professional-grade pest control.

## Description

The Humane Solution - Owltra is the humane solution for getting rid of large populations of rodents, as one set of 4 C batteries is enough to exterminate 60 rats. Featuring improved dual infrared sensors to protect kids and pets, Owltra ensures no false zaps. The no-escape design keeps the rodent in place while generating 6,000-10,000 of high-voltage shock for quick elimination. Pet-safe Dual Infrared Sensor - The chamber is designed with two infrared sensors, one at the entrance and one at the back. Owltra only activates when it detects a rodent inside the trap—preventing false zaps while protecting children and small pets.

Review: It worked great for me. - I was over run with mice, and I think I saw a couple rats as well. I couldn't be sure, because I read that rats and mice don't mix. But, I do think that a couple of rats got in there. This caused me to order the rat sized trap, because, what if Mama Rat showed up? It was like a horror show. In the past, I have tried snap traps. These will get you one or two, until the rest learn how to steal bait without getting caught. This time, I didn't start with snaps. I just jumped to glue traps. Glue traps work for the most part, if you buy ones with the strongest glue. But if any part of the mouse can catch a solid edge, then they can pull out of it. In addition to this draw back, they don't die right away, but linger for a couple of days. You have to bash them inside of a bag to avoid this grisly detail. And that is just as bad as having them sitting there suffering for days. I moved on to electric mouse traps. Yes, this is a successful solution. The trap I bought is only meant for indoors. I was very careful with it, not wanting to get zapped myself. The directions are well written and easy to understand, except it is not clear which way to push the slide button to turn it on. Slide the toggle toward the back door to turn it off, and towards the opening to turn it on. The green light signaling it is on only flashes once for about 5 seconds. If you don't see it, just repeat the steps. Turn it off, then back on. The back door is vented. I once saw a mouse attempt to open this door, but he couldn't. Don't waste your time thinking that you add the bait here. I think that's what it's for, because the bait tray is right there. But, I didn't use peanut butter, and my bait wouldn't fit through the opening. It was much easier to add bait through the top. I do not think human scent ever deterred those guys from going for the bait. Let's say you're all set up. This trap takes 4 C batteries. 1. You turn off the trap. 2. You take the battery door off. 3. You take out one or two of the batteries (I always took out two.) 4. You take the trap top off. It comes apart using two hands, but so easy! 5. You put the bait in the bin. 6. You put the top back on. This can be done with one hand. This trap is well made and the plastic parts are thick and sturdy. 7. You put the two batteries back in. Put the battery compartment door back on. 8. Turn on the trap and watch for the green light to flash. Bingo, you're ready to go. You can do all these steps very quickly. I use a green pellet poison bait, the kind you buy in a bag. They love this stuff. I have one pellet in the trap. For some reason, this trap worked better when the pellet was not in the middle but on the left of the bin. I don't know why. Maybe they could smell it better. I always put another pellet right in front of the open entry way. The height of my trap kept me from seeing the alert flashing light, so whenever I saw this green pellet was gone, then I looked for the flashing light, which meant that one of them had entered the trap and tripped the circuit. I caught 12 of them in a row, one by one. The first one I ever caught scared me really bad. The trap set off with a sizzling sound, and the terrible smell of burning fur. It scared me so bad that I brought a fire blanket out to keep near the trap. I didn't need it except for peace of mind. I don't always hear the sizzle, but you can. The mice don't make any noise, because they are dead. When you go to dispose of them, all you have to do is go through the steps above and take the top off. The body can be dumped into a bag without any mess. If you smelled burning fur, you might see that left over, but no body mess at all. I had one incident of the trap being tripped without a mouse in there. Then again I saw this once: A mouse came flying out of the entrance, hit the side of the phone sitting there, and fell off the bookcase all the way to the floor. He disappeared somewhere, not dead. He did learn to fly. So, I think there's something about the mechanism that scared them so bad that they jumped out, avoiding getting fried. That only happened twice. I dunno. I'm not sticking my fingers in there! The bodies are always near the bait bin. The bodies are bloated immediately, like kernals of corn popping. But, they are intact. The difference, I think, between the mouse-sized trap and the rat-sized trap, except for size, is the length of time the circuit remains on. Mice get one-half the amount that rats get. I can't remember how long the rats get zapped for, except I remember that it's twice as long as for mice, which is 90 seconds?. This could account for the burning fur. There were no flames or char marks or anything like that. Nor was the mouse stuck to the floor. So, although it is disconcerting, I think it is safe. It also could be that the batteries were new, and now they are worn down a bit, although still working well. Less sizzling, but effective. I was surprised this trap worked so well. I think I got them all, but I'm keeping the trap ready to work just in case. Always wash your hands well, although you never have to touch the rodent. I'd buy this again. It's us against them, and I am not living with mice in my kitchen and walls. This is my home, and I'm protecting it.
Review: Rodents ate the bait and left unharmed - Something fishy is going on with the reviews. desertcart shows "no reviews" but then there ARE a few reviews. I think they've deleted all of the unfavorable reviews and put up a few of their own, or some old ones from when this product worked at some previous time. I bought both the mouse and rat version of this-- small and large. Baited with peanut butter and turned on. Mice and rats have helped themselves to the peanut butter, licking up every last bit and going on their merry way. I contacted support, and they told me to perform a test to see if the trap makes a buzzing noise when I put a piece of damp paper towel inside (pushing it in with a dry piece). It does start buzzing-- and keeps buzzing even after taking out the towel, until I manually turn it off. Support agent told me sometimes the mice have dusty feet, so I should put a damp cloth in front of the entrance to clean their feet as they go in (I joked that I'll put a little sign that says "Please wipe your feet"). I have not tried this, but it should not be necessary to add this step. I've used other electric traps, even in my dusty dry chicken coop, and BAM they always killed mice and rats instantly. It's strange that both traps I bought seem to have the same defect. Despite the noise it makes, I don't think it's shocking the rodents at all-- otherwise they wouldn't stay in there and eat every bit of the bait.

## Features

- The Humane Solution - Owltra is the humane solution for getting rid of large populations of rodents, as one set of 4 C batteries is enough to exterminate 60 rats. Featuring improved dual infrared sensors to protect kids and pets, Owltra ensures no false zaps. The no-escape design keeps the rodent in place while generating 6,000-10,000 of high-voltage shock for quick elimination.
- No-Mess Disposal - With magnetic latches, you’ll never have to touch or see the rodent. Simply pull off the trap's lid and empty the rodent in the trash. Owltra deactivates automatically when the the top is removed, allowing for safe and secure cleaning.
- Pet-safe Dual Infrared Sensor - The chamber is designed with two infrared sensors, one at the entrance and one at the back. Owltra only activates when it detects a rodent inside the trap—preventing false zaps while protecting children and small pets.
- Quick-Zap System - Our unique zap system guarantees 100% elimination without causing the rodent to suffer. It’s also a safer alternative to using poison and chemicals and can be placed anywhere inside your home or business.
- Convenient Bait Area - Lure rodents in by placing a pea-sized amount of bait at the back of the trap. Simply lift open the bait door and use a toothpick or cotton swab to apply bait on the trap's floor, opposite of the entrance. Baits high in protein, such as peanut butter, are recommended.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08DCNF1ML |
| Best Sellers Rank | #386 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #50 in Pest Control Traps |
| Brand | OWLTRA |
| Brand Name | OWLTRA |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 3.7 out of 5 stars 3,517 Reviews |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 9.4"L x 3"W x 3.9"H |
| Item Type Name | OW-1 Electric Rat Trap, Instant Eliminate Rodent Zapper with Pet Safe Trigger, Black, Large |
| Item Weight | 1.6 pounds |
| Manufacturer | OWLTRA |
| Manufacturer Part Number | OW-1 |
| Material | Plastic |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Model Number | ERZ20 |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Product Dimensions | 9.4"L x 3"W x 3.9"H |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Rats |
| Style | Electric Rat Trap |
| Style Name | Electric Rat Trap |
| Target Species | Squirrel |
| UPC | 850012821335 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** OWLTRA
- **Color:** Black
- **Item Weight:** 1.6 pounds
- **Material:** Plastic
- **Number of Pieces:** 1
- **Product Dimensions:** 9.4"L x 3"W x 3.9"H
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Rats
- **Style:** Electric Rat Trap
- **Target Species:** Squirrel
- **Unit Count:** 1 Count

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does this work for mice too?**
A: Yes, it is effective for mice.

**Q: Has this trap been reviewed on Mouse Trap Mondays?**
A: As of 30 oct, 2020 Mousetrap Monday has reviewed only the smaller version for mice. He did say he would review the rat trap later.

**Q: Which way is it turned on?? i can't tell. one direction causes a green light for a second and the other way does nothing.**
A: Slide the switch toward the opening where the mouse goes in and that's off. When you slide the switch away the opening the green light comes on to tell you that the batteries are good. The green light then goes out and it's ready to cook the mice. After there is a dead mouse inside the trap, the light will flash red every 10-20 seconds to tell you that the trap has been tripped. Slide the switch toward the opening and then open the trap and dispose of the mouse.

**Q: Can you use it outside??**
A: First off, yes, Mousetrap Monday has reviewed the rat version a year after the mouse one and likes it! - I've used that other trap with the purplish color and blue side labels. It's caught voles (who do come out at night and run along the house wall). When there was rain or a chance it would seep under the porch, I've just placed that other trap on some wood to get it off the concrete and out of reach of water. What I DON'T Like about that trap is that it's very difficult to bait as there is no "door" or easy way to access from the back on the bait side and you have to push through the peanut butter on the end of a 10 inch stick or attempt to drip it into the trap at an angle to get it to the final electrical pad that the rodent has to lick in order to set off the electricity. As time has gone by, that end of the trap is turning nasty as you have to roll a cloth or papertowel onto the end of a stick like a giant Q-Tip to wipe that end of the trap out. This one looks better designed and easy to use and clean out. Shawn suggests that you make sure you buy from the original OWLTRA company store as there are copy-cat listings for this trap.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It worked great for me.
*by H***K on October 16, 2023*

I was over run with mice, and I think I saw a couple rats as well. I couldn't be sure, because I read that rats and mice don't mix. But, I do think that a couple of rats got in there. This caused me to order the rat sized trap, because, what if Mama Rat showed up? It was like a horror show. In the past, I have tried snap traps. These will get you one or two, until the rest learn how to steal bait without getting caught. This time, I didn't start with snaps. I just jumped to glue traps. Glue traps work for the most part, if you buy ones with the strongest glue. But if any part of the mouse can catch a solid edge, then they can pull out of it. In addition to this draw back, they don't die right away, but linger for a couple of days. You have to bash them inside of a bag to avoid this grisly detail. And that is just as bad as having them sitting there suffering for days. I moved on to electric mouse traps. Yes, this is a successful solution. The trap I bought is only meant for indoors. I was very careful with it, not wanting to get zapped myself. The directions are well written and easy to understand, except it is not clear which way to push the slide button to turn it on. Slide the toggle toward the back door to turn it off, and towards the opening to turn it on. The green light signaling it is on only flashes once for about 5 seconds. If you don't see it, just repeat the steps. Turn it off, then back on. The back door is vented. I once saw a mouse attempt to open this door, but he couldn't. Don't waste your time thinking that you add the bait here. I think that's what it's for, because the bait tray is right there. But, I didn't use peanut butter, and my bait wouldn't fit through the opening. It was much easier to add bait through the top. I do not think human scent ever deterred those guys from going for the bait. Let's say you're all set up. This trap takes 4 C batteries. 1. You turn off the trap. 2. You take the battery door off. 3. You take out one or two of the batteries (I always took out two.) 4. You take the trap top off. It comes apart using two hands, but so easy! 5. You put the bait in the bin. 6. You put the top back on. This can be done with one hand. This trap is well made and the plastic parts are thick and sturdy. 7. You put the two batteries back in. Put the battery compartment door back on. 8. Turn on the trap and watch for the green light to flash. Bingo, you're ready to go. You can do all these steps very quickly. I use a green pellet poison bait, the kind you buy in a bag. They love this stuff. I have one pellet in the trap. For some reason, this trap worked better when the pellet was not in the middle but on the left of the bin. I don't know why. Maybe they could smell it better. I always put another pellet right in front of the open entry way. The height of my trap kept me from seeing the alert flashing light, so whenever I saw this green pellet was gone, then I looked for the flashing light, which meant that one of them had entered the trap and tripped the circuit. I caught 12 of them in a row, one by one. The first one I ever caught scared me really bad. The trap set off with a sizzling sound, and the terrible smell of burning fur. It scared me so bad that I brought a fire blanket out to keep near the trap. I didn't need it except for peace of mind. I don't always hear the sizzle, but you can. The mice don't make any noise, because they are dead. When you go to dispose of them, all you have to do is go through the steps above and take the top off. The body can be dumped into a bag without any mess. If you smelled burning fur, you might see that left over, but no body mess at all. I had one incident of the trap being tripped without a mouse in there. Then again I saw this once: A mouse came flying out of the entrance, hit the side of the phone sitting there, and fell off the bookcase all the way to the floor. He disappeared somewhere, not dead. He did learn to fly. So, I think there's something about the mechanism that scared them so bad that they jumped out, avoiding getting fried. That only happened twice. I dunno. I'm not sticking my fingers in there! The bodies are always near the bait bin. The bodies are bloated immediately, like kernals of corn popping. But, they are intact. The difference, I think, between the mouse-sized trap and the rat-sized trap, except for size, is the length of time the circuit remains on. Mice get one-half the amount that rats get. I can't remember how long the rats get zapped for, except I remember that it's twice as long as for mice, which is 90 seconds?. This could account for the burning fur. There were no flames or char marks or anything like that. Nor was the mouse stuck to the floor. So, although it is disconcerting, I think it is safe. It also could be that the batteries were new, and now they are worn down a bit, although still working well. Less sizzling, but effective. I was surprised this trap worked so well. I think I got them all, but I'm keeping the trap ready to work just in case. Always wash your hands well, although you never have to touch the rodent. I'd buy this again. It's us against them, and I am not living with mice in my kitchen and walls. This is my home, and I'm protecting it.

### ⭐ Rodents ate the bait and left unharmed
*by M***T on April 8, 2026*

Something fishy is going on with the reviews. Amazon shows "no reviews" but then there ARE a few reviews. I think they've deleted all of the unfavorable reviews and put up a few of their own, or some old ones from when this product worked at some previous time. I bought both the mouse and rat version of this-- small and large. Baited with peanut butter and turned on. Mice and rats have helped themselves to the peanut butter, licking up every last bit and going on their merry way. I contacted support, and they told me to perform a test to see if the trap makes a buzzing noise when I put a piece of damp paper towel inside (pushing it in with a dry piece). It does start buzzing-- and keeps buzzing even after taking out the towel, until I manually turn it off. Support agent told me sometimes the mice have dusty feet, so I should put a damp cloth in front of the entrance to clean their feet as they go in (I joked that I'll put a little sign that says "Please wipe your feet"). I have not tried this, but it should not be necessary to add this step. I've used other electric traps, even in my dusty dry chicken coop, and BAM they always killed mice and rats instantly. It's strange that both traps I bought seem to have the same defect. Despite the noise it makes, I don't think it's shocking the rodents at all-- otherwise they wouldn't stay in there and eat every bit of the bait.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (UPDATE: Stopped working) So far this is working!
*by D***R on June 23, 2022*

I just got two of these Rat Traps a few days ago. Just tonight I bought the C batteries and set them out when I got home. Well, the units have killed three mice already this evening. I have big rats too (which is why I bought the Rat version) and I hope the rats also start going in these devices. So I recommend getting the larger Rat version - it will kill both mice and rats. Even if you dont have rats now - you might later so get the larger rat version. So easy to dispose of the rodents too - just turn the unit off, lift off the top cover and dump in the trash. I used peanut butter in the bait area. Since I bought two of these units I needed an 8 pack of C batteries - and when I got home one of the units was flashing a red light indicating the 4 batteries I installed might be low - the other unit indicated green (OK). So I switched the batteries between the units and then both units indicated a green light - they were both now ready to go! SO....if one unit says those 4 batteries are run down switch the set of 4 batteries between the units - not sure why there was a freak anomoly like that - but I'm glad both units are working and killing! I also recommend facing the vented bait area against the wall to try to prevent a rodent from chewing it and tearing it up to get to the bait (as I saw in another review). These work! Yes I saw some reviews where theirs didn't work - maybe I got lucky. But all I can say is buy and try - if yours happens to not work then exchange for different unit(s). If these go kaput too early I will update this review but for now very pleased and so easy. UPDATE: It is now July and both units do not kill rodents any more. And I'm sure the batteries aren't run down as no blinking red light. I switch on and the green light comes on for a second and then off as normal - but now the rodents are just eating the peanut butter with no shock at all. Very dissapointed!! These worked so great - WHEN they worked. Wish a company could make a product that lasted. Will not be buying any more. Have been trying Rat X poison (safe for pets and other wildlife) but that the rodents are not even eatint it!! The story of my life.

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