Hot Shot Vs Raid Roach Spray
If you’re looking for an effective way to get rid of roaches, you may be wondering if Hot Shot or Raid is the better option. Both of these products are popular choices, but they have their own unique benefits and drawbacks. We will take a closer look at both of these products and help you decide which one is right for you!
Hot Shot Vs Raid Table
Hot Shot | Raid |
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Active Ingredients Dinotefuran | Active ingedients imiprothrin and cypermethrin |
Kills on contact and keeps killing with residual for up to 3 months | Kills on contact and keeps killing with residual action for up to 4 weeks |
Can Be Used Both Indoor And Outdoor | Can Be Used Both Indoor And Outdoor |
Leaves No Lingering Chemical Odor And No Oily Residue Behind | Leaves no lingering chemical odor |
Can be use as spot treatment in indoor | Can be used directly on bugs and in places where they hide and breed |
Real Kill is available in 17.5 oz and 17.5 oz Twin Pack | Available in 12 oz., 17.5 oz. and 20 oz. Sizes can |
Effective against ants, carpenters, pharaohs, harvesters, red imported fire ants, spiders, crickets, and more | Kills a wide variety of insects including cockroaches, ants, silverfish, crickets, earwigs, household spiders, multicolored Asian lady beetles and stinkbugs. |
Active Ingredient
The active ingredient is one of the most important things to consider when choosing an insecticide. This is what will actually kill the bugs, so you want to make sure that it is effective. Hot Shot contains the active ingredient Dinotefuran 0.05%, while Raid contains the active ingredient imiprothrin (0.060%), cypermethrin (0.100%), and other ingredients (99.840%)
Dinotefuran is a relatively new insecticide effective against various pests, including roaches. It works by causing neurological damage to the bugs, which eventually leads to death. Imiprothrin and cypermethrin are both common insecticides that have been used for many years. They work by causing muscle spasms and paralysis in the bugs, eventually leading to death.
Target Pests
Both products are effective against cockroaches. Both are kills on contact which means they will kill the bugs they come into direct contact with. However, Hot Shot is also effective against ants, carpenters, pharaohs, harvesters, red imported fire ants, spiders, crickets, and more. Raid is the most effective product for getting rid of cockroaches.
However, it can also be used to kill roaches, ants, silverfish, crickets, earwigs, stink bugs, scorpions, and more. Both products are effective against a variety of common household pests. It really comes down to personal preference.
For Use In
Hot Shot is for indoor and outdoor use, while Raid can also be used in indoor and outdoor areas. If you have a roach problem that is primarily indoors, either product will work. However, if you have an outdoor problem, Hot Shot may be the better choice.
This is because Raid can be harmful to plants, and it may not be as effective in very hot or cold weather. Hot Shot is more forgiving in these conditions and is less likely to harm your plants.
Pet safe
Both of these products are considered to be pet-safe as long as they are used according to the instructions. Hot Shot is slightly less toxic to pets than Raid, but both products are considered to be safe when used as directed.
If you have pets, make sure to keep them away from the area while you are applying the insecticide. You should also make sure to remove any food and water sources from the area, as roaches may be attracted to these.
How to Use
There are two different types of roach killer products. Both products are easy to use and can be applied directly to the areas where you have seen roaches. To use, shake well and hold the container upright. Point the spray opening towards the surface, then press the button firmly.
Hold about 18” from the surface being sprayed. Spray until surfaces are wet. Cover or remove exposed foods, dishes, utensils, and food-handling equipment before spraying. If you are unsure how to use either product, read the instructions carefully before applying.
Residual Effect
Both products have a residual effect, which means that they will continue killing roaches for some time after applying them. However, Hot Shot has a slightly longer residual effect than Raid. This means that it will continue to kill roaches for up to 90 days after you have applied it. Although both don’t leave a lingering chemical odor.
Precautions
If you are going to treat an area for pests, be sure to remove any people or pets from the area first. Wash yourself and all your clothes thoroughly with soap and water after finishing. If the treatment gets on your skin or clothing, take off the contaminated clothing and rinse your skin immediately for 15-20 minutes.
Both products are considered to be safe when used as directed. However, you should always take precautions when using any type of insecticide. Be sure to read the instructions carefully before applying. If you are unsure of how to use either product, contact a professional pest control company for assistance.
Our Observation
The main difference between hot shot and raid roach spray is that hot shot has a slightly longer residual effect. Another difference between hot shot and raid roach spray is in the active ingredients. The hot shot has Dinotefuran, and the raid roach spray has imiprothrin.
We have noticed that Hot Shot is the better product if you are looking for an all-around roach killer. It is effective against a wider variety of pests and has a longer residual effect. However, Raid is more effective against cockroaches specifically. It really comes down to personal preference.
If you have pets, we recommend Hot Shot as it is slightly less toxic to them. However, both products are considered to be safe when used as directed. I hope this article has helped you decide which product is right for you. If you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Thank you for reading!
James E. Butkovich, Pest control maven with a knack for eco-friendly & Chemical solutions. Blogger with a mission to make homes pest-free, one post at a time.
