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Ortho 0196710 Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Spray for Indoor and Home Perimeter, 1-Gallon (Ant, Roach, Spider, Stinkbug, Centipede Killer)

4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,883 ratings
1-Gallon
Item Form Spray
Liquid Volume 128 Fluid Ounces
Brand Ortho
Target Species Insects

About this item

  • Kills ants, roaches, spiders and many other listed, home invading insects
  • Controls up to 12 months
  • Creates a bug barrier
  • Non staining
  • Odor free

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4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 out of 5
1,883 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, ease of use, and smell of the pesticide. They mention that it works great for keeping bugs out of the house, and that it doesn't have an odor. That said, some complain that it didn't come with a hose or sprayer. Opinions are mixed on the value.

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509 customers mention387 positive122 negative

Customers like the quality of the pesticide. They say it works great for spiders and other pests, and is well worth the money. Some customers also say it helps to stop ants and is great for general maintenance.

"...I'm happy to announce that my patio is now bug-free...." Read more

"...And they are not poison. If you have a bad infestation, the ultrasonics will probably not help you. You will need THIS product...." Read more

"...I’ve used it for years and it has saved my sanity many a time. It lasts a good while before I have to reapply...." Read more

"...3 legs stopped working and the spider couldn't walk right. it would lay on the ground try to get up, but could not control its legs correctly...." Read more

38 customers mention38 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the smell of the pesticide. They mention that it has no odors, it arrives very fast, and sprays very easily.

"...These are great products that don't smell completely horrible, they are easy to use, and safe for children and pets after drying...." Read more

"...** Very little if any scent. The little I noticed was NOT a chemical smell and dissipated quickly**..." Read more

"...It doesn't have an odor and is safe to use. Overall I love this and am so happy to get rid of bugs and insects in and around my house." Read more

"...No smell, no odors it consistent and powerful.I recommended it highly to other sisters whom owed their homes and they love it too!..." Read more

36 customers mention36 positive0 negative

Customers find the pesticide easy to use and apply in hard to reach spots. They also appreciate the packaging and the easy way to use the spray.

"...are great products that don't smell completely horrible, they are easy to use, and safe for children and pets after drying...." Read more

"...The spray handle and carry system is very convenient on this. It's easy to use and has the standard Stream, off, spray, off, twist nozzle on the..." Read more

"...It doesn't take much and lasts a loooooong time." Read more

"...30 miles to nearest Walmarts....But Ortho is a great product and simple t use.." Read more

13 customers mention10 positive3 negative

Customers like the drip. They say it still does its job, the spray works well with no leaks or dripping, and the spray nozzle works better than aerosol. They also like the spray attachment, which has a wide spray option and also a more condensed spray. Overall, customers are satisfied with the sprayer's distance and coverage.

"...The spray nozzle has a wide spray option and also a more condensed spray so you can choose which is best for the area your spraying...." Read more

"...the "wand" sprayer that used to come on them, the spray still does its job...." Read more

"...Worked well! Killed the ants on contact and the sprayer worked well with no leaks or dripping." Read more

"Open this it was all liquid it splashed. It went on my face, thank God not my eye. Do not order this in hot summer. I put it in fridge...." Read more

80 customers mention53 positive27 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the pesticide. Some mention it's great value, far cheaper than hiring a professional, and lasts all season long. However, others say that the bottle leaked and it was a huge waste of money.

"...I completely love this product and the price is great...." Read more

"...only a huge mess, but since 70% of the bottle leaked it was a HUGE waste of money. Terrible, terrible design...." Read more

"...If you have the money, buy the Hoont. They are negligible on the electric bill (since it's just a pulse ever 5 sec). And they are not poison...." Read more

"This is a really good product that actually works and is well with the money! I personally am really happy with this product as it works well...." Read more

49 customers mention13 positive36 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the nozzle of the pesticide. They mention that it didn't come with the sprayer, hose, or auto sprayer feature. Some say that the product is unable to spray and that the red handle spray was not included.

"...Unfortunately, this nozzle attachment method is only obvious once the nozzle has been removed from the jug...." Read more

"...I rated this a 4 star because there are times with the wand that it stops spraying. You have to play around with it to get it going again...." Read more

"...The spray handle and carry system is very convenient on this...." Read more

"...WHY IS IT FOUR STARS? The spray didn't come with the hose so I had to go buy a spray bottle and pour it in that to spray...." Read more

Ortho Home Defense Max
5 Stars
Ortho Home Defense Max
I've been having problems with ants lately as the weather has been getting hotter and my natural remedy wasn't working as well as I had hoped. This does a great job at killing and preventing ants from coming into my house especially in my kitchen. It works for getting rid of spiders, those nasty stink bugs and roaches too. Not only those but it kills and keeps away over 130 other types of insects. The bottle is a great size and not too heavy to carry around. The spray nozzle has a wide spray option and also a more condensed spray so you can choose which is best for the area your spraying. It works for up to 3 months and can be used indoor and outdoors. There are refill bottles you can purchase so you can use this product over and over again. It creates a barrier which keeps bugs from getting inside your house and keeps them away from the outside. It doesn't have an odor and is safe to use. Overall I love this and am so happy to get rid of bugs and insects in and around my house.
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Snappleflap Biggins
5.0 out of 5 stars It has saved my bug-fearing life
Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2022
Size: 1-GallonVerified Purchase
Where I live, there are these bugs that look a lot like large roaches (but they move super slowly) that live outside under dense vegetation and underground in the roots of plants. At night they can be seen marching from one location to another and completely give me the hebby-jeebies. They've never gotten into the house, but I have seen them in my garage, which is way too close for comfort. Also, when I go into my backyard at night, they are usually all over the place (by that, I mean I see one or two, but to me, there might as well be a million of them) and force me inside.

First, I sprayed around the perimeter of the house (with special attention to my patio, creating a complete barrier around it), inside of the garage, around and under all doors, and finally, other small potential entryways. Then, I waited to see what happened.

I'm happy to announce that my patio is now bug-free. Well, except for occasionally finding one of the little critters in the middle of its death process, lying on its back. This brings me great joy. I wish each and every one of them the very worst in life. This includes each one I see and their extended family members. At least while on my property. Anything that has attempted to cross into the areas where I've sprayed (spiders, the hell roach/beetles, silverfish, pincher bugs, etc.) has become a hashtag.

Note: The spray did leave a discoloration (what appeared to be 'bleaching') on the ground and on the stucco where I sprayed. I don't care at all, but I know that might be a problem for some people. I am not one of these people.

Update: On the first day things got warm I began to spray, but this time I sprayed all walkway surface areas around the home. Also, I sprayed around the garage door, entire garage floor, and a 2ft barrier from the ground up on the home exterior walls. In addition, I sprayed the entire sidewalk in front of my house. Long story short, I just see them dead all over the place in the morning. Big ones, small ones, it kills them all. I love this stuff.
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Kourtney loves Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Kills all my spiders!
Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2016
Size: 1-GallonVerified Purchase
We lived in Hawaii for 10 years and they have only a few species of Spiders and among all the creepy crawly things they barely make it into the house. Last year we moved to California and I moved into a "retro" built home and so the windows need replaced. First week we lived here we probably saw 30 spiders. I was ready to light the house on fire. I was laying in bed at night checking the ceiling. I got online and started researching pest control products and came to this product. I started spraying all baseboards, windows inside and out, about 3 feet up all around the outside of my home. All the edges in bathrooms etc. I went crazy anywhere I was allowed with this. I started finding dead bugs everywhere and after that initial spraying and didn't see anything for a week or two. The product says it will protect you for several months but I don't find that to be true. I know it lingers and will do some protection throughout the time frame but it doesn't do as well for that long as the first spray. Now I spray about once per month or sooner if I see a spider or 2. Typically I spray all the entrances and windows, going completely around the frame with about a 3 inch barrier so no one can come through without dying. I also buy the yard spray of the same brand, the type that hooks up to the water hose and spray monthly as well. These are great products that don't smell completely horrible, they are easy to use, and safe for children and pets after drying. I completely love this product and the price is great.

Anyone who complains that it doesn't kill something when you spray it right on it, of course it doesn't. It's not instant. They die later. Also, if you aren't making a completely barrier than this won't work as well.
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MJ Castle
4.0 out of 5 stars Good stuff
Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2016
Size: 1-GallonVerified Purchase
Bought this before I found out about another product that helped me better and was not poisonous. Hoont UltraSonic Electric Pest Repellent. Yes this stuff kills all the bugs and critters but it is still poison. If you have the money, buy the Hoont. They are negligible on the electric bill (since it's just a pulse ever 5 sec). And they are not poison. If you have a bad infestation, the ultrasonics will probably not help you. You will need THIS product. But once the pests are gone (or mostly). I would go with the UltraSonic. Especially if you have small pets and children who go around the baseboards and places where you apply this product. The spray handle and carry system is very convenient on this. It's easy to use and has the standard Stream, off, spray, off, twist nozzle on the front. You just have to snap the spray hose into the lid of the jug the first time, squeeze the sprayer a few times to prime the nozzle, and you're good to go. All in all a great product for killing bugs. I would like to add that this item shipped separately from my other items I ordered (which I really didn't mind, I was actually thankful) and it took a few extra days to process. But so does nail polish, clorox wipes, and anything else chemical that ships from amazon. So don't expect it asap because even with Amazon Prime it still took me a week to receive.
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