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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Just visited Skye and the Highlands. I liberally covered my face and arms with Smidge spray and rubbed it in. I got really badly bitten, it had no effect whatsoever. The head net did work however bu... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We have been using our smudge cups for ages and they work brilliantly. One of the tops for out cup broke and the customer service was excellent and they sent a replacement top very quickly. Highly rec... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Delivered quickly, no problems, and the products definitely work. I had everyone else on my Scottish camping trip borrowing my midge repellant and getting the name of the company off me. I applied it... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Advised to buy this by a nurse after having a very nasty reaction to a bite which resulted in hospital treatment. Easy to apply with no greasiness or horrible smell. A holiday abroad and no bites at a... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

It doesn't work

Just visited Skye and the Highlands. I liberally covered my face and arms with Smidge spray and rubbed it in. I got really badly bitten, it had no effect whatsoever.
The head net did work however but the damage was done by then. 😕

August 22, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Works in the tropics

I am a frequent visit to Thailand and live out in the sticks in the north. Due to the vegetation and ponds on our lands, mozzies are a real pain.
I used Smidge for the first time last year and again on my current trip as I was fed up with using deet for well known reasons.
Smidge really works and four days into this trip only one bite and that was down to me missing a spot. Even my Thai neighbours have raided my supplies. Highly recommend

July 9, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

It's useless

It's useless. "Scientifically proven"? Not by this scientist!

Not only did it completely fail to deter the midges and mosquitos, but the expensive little can failed to spray at all after the first use.

June 27, 2025
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I'm sorry you had a poor experience with Smidge. Smidge is thoroughly tested and regulated and we can say with confidence that it works when applied properly by rubbing it in like a moisturiser. If you contact us directly, we could send you a replacement bottle.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Smidge midge spray.

Smidge midge spray.
Tried this product in Scotland to protect against the evening midges, if anything I’ve been affected and bitten more with than without the spray. It has made zero difference. Very disappointed as it came recommended.

May 12, 2025
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Reply from Smidge

Smidge is certainly not designed to be an attractant so I'm sorry you had a bad experience with it! We would just say that people must be sure to spray it on the skin or hands and rub it in correctly to get the best coverage.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Useless and overpriced. Complete letdown

So I've used this for a while now over different seasons and not once has it worked. Today was the last straw. In the garden before 8am as lots needing done. Smothered myself with smidge and not 30 seconds later did a midge land on me and bite me. Thought I'd give it longer to work. An hour later and I've had to come in as I'm being eaten alive. Absolutely useless product - which I thought would be guaranteed to work - especially with the pricing point!! My only option now is to sell it to try and recoup some of the money and try something else! My guess is, that if midgies absolutely love you, this won't work on you. What can I say, I'm irresistible 😩😜

May 7, 2025
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Reply from Smidge

Hi Tracy! I'm really sorry to read about your poor experience with Smidge! This is tried and tested and scientifically proven to work, so I am unable to say why it hasn't on this occasion.

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The tick tool is a total rip off

The tick tool is a total rip off, 50p worth of product which doesn’t even look fit for purpose.

March 29, 2025
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Reply from Smidge

Hi Andrew. I'm sorry about the poor quality hook you bought. We did have a bad batch, which we removed from sale and have since replaced. Get in touch with me if you would like a replacement sent out - jhutchison@apsbiocontrol.com.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Service & Delivery was excellent…

Service & Delivery was excellent especially as coming to Jersey in the Channel Islands. The product was beautifully wrapped and is the perfect size for travelling. I will try the Moskito Guard when I am on holiday in the Maldives during December so will give another review then

November 11, 2024

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