The Werkfox® live mouse trap offers a humane and effective solution for controlling mice. As an animal lover and environmentally conscious consumer, you will be delighted with the injury-free and kill-free trapping method . The trap is made of robust material and can be easily cleaned and reused after use, making it a sustainable and cost-effective solution. Thanks to the transparent design, you can see at a glance whether a mouse has been caught and release it again without stress. Whether in the house, garden, cellar or garage, the mouse trap is versatile, gentle on animals and protects your home from mouse infestation.
Advantages
✅ Animal-friendly live trap
✅ Reusable
✅ Plastic free
Disadvantages
❌Sheet metal partly sharp-edged
The test
General information
We took a close look at and tested the product in a practical test. In the following, we take a closer look at the features and impressions. From the packaging, materials and quality to the range of functions and handling, the product is subjected to our test procedure.
To give you a quick overview, we work with a points system. The maximum achievable score per area is 100 points. The final overall score is calculated from the average of all tested features, taking into account the respective weighting. For a detailed insight into our comprehensive evaluation process, which forms the basis of all our product ratings, please click here.
The first impression
Packaging and contents
ℹ️ Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course also be guaranteed. Are the contents of the packaging complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Product protection | Carton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected | 100 points |
| Sustainability Packaging | No unnecessary packaging waste, no use of plastic | 100 points |
| Package contents & scope | Mouse trap | 100 points |
| Instructions for use | Product largely self-explanatory, instructions for use helpful. | 50 points |
| Total | 88 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The Werkfox® live mouse trap offers comprehensive product protection without unnecessary packaging waste thanks to its compact and plastic-free packaging. The cardboard is recyclable and contributes to sustainability.
The packaging contains a live mouse trap, the use of which is largely self-explanatory . An enclosed instruction manual would be helpful, as would additional information on the correct bait and installation location to further optimize trapping efficiency.
Overall, the mouse trap offers an environmentally friendly and effective solution for combating mice in the home.
The first time in your hand
Product processing and appearance
ℹ️ Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the workmanship of the products. How high quality are the materials used? Are the look and feel satisfactory?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Visual appearance | Good visual appearance | 90 points |
| Processing | Partly sharp-edged sheet metal | 80 points |
| Stability | Stability sufficient for purpose | 90 points |
| Sustainability of the product | High sustainability through reuse | 90 points |
| Total | 88 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The Werkfox® live mouse trap is visually in good condition. However, the workmanship could be better, as there are some sharp-edged metal sheets. Nevertheless, the trap is sufficiently sturdy for its purpose, but appears very light.
A positive aspect to emphasize is the high sustainability of the product due to the possibility of reuse.
This is what our practical test showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
ℹ️ Our practical test has the highest relevance and therefore weighting. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Efficiency | Can be triggered quickly and unintentionally | 95 points |
| Animal welfare | Tail protection minimizes the risk of injury, easy to release | 95 points |
| Operation | Simple operation | 95 points |
| Lure option | Easy attachment of the bait | 100 points |
| Total | 96 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The efficiency of the Werkfox® live mouse trap is demonstrated by its sensitive catching mechanism, which is best tensioned directly at the installation site to prevent unintentional triggering.
Animal welfare is guaranteed as the trap offers a low risk of injury to the mouse’s tail and enables easy release.
Handling is simple if you know how it works and is similar to other live traps. On delivery, the tension spring was loose in the trap and had to be inserted correctly first.
Another plus point is the simple attachment of the bait at the end of the release lever through the second flap.
The live mouse trap fulfills its function effectively and gently, with easy handling and flexibility in baiting.
However, the customer should be aware that the trap must be checked several times a day for animal welfare reasons.
Overall, the mouse trap offers an environmentally friendly and effective solution for controlling mice in the home.
Price/performance ratio
and ratings from consumers
ℹ️ Finally, we examine how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it? We also look at the consumer reviews and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Price / performance ratio | Appropriate | 80 points |
| Rating cut | Not rated, as there are still too few customer reviews | |
| Total | 80 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
Prices of up to €15.99 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very inexpensive products are available from as little as €5.98 . The Werkfox® mouse trap is therefore currently in the middle price segment with a price of €8.90. The price-performance ratio is reasonable for the quality and performance received.
Overall result
| Weighting | Score achieved* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. packaging & contents | 20% | 88 points |
| 2. product processing & appearance | 20% | 88 points |
| 3. in the practical test | 45% | 96 points |
| 4. price/performance & consumer ratings | 15% | 80 points |
| Total | 88 points |
The Werkfox® brandlive mouse trap was awarded an overall score of 1.5 and thus successfully qualified for our test seal. The test was carried out in the test period 07/23 and is stored in our database under the license number 230719006. Further information on our test procedure can be found at www.pruefengel.de/testverfahren.
Test result:
1,5
