Zoo Med Repti Fogger can be ideal for any reptile owner that has a reptile that needs a high humidity level in order to be comfortable, fit, and healthy. It’s essential for some reptiles to maintain high humidity levels. The Repti Fogger from Zoo Med offers a cool fog in the habitat, which is easy to use.
Pros
- Adjustable fogger with a simple dial
- Promotes high humidity levels in terrariums
- Easy to use
- No-spill valve provides easy water bottle refilling
- The blue light indicator shows when mister is working
Cons
- Can be noisy at times
- Can only use distilled water, which can be an inconvenience
- Works best with a controller, which needs to be purchased separately
Design and Features
Overall, the Zoo Med Repti Fogger is a good misting option for those reptile owners who want to maintain good humidity levels when they are not home.
This fogger is suitable for daily use when at the office or for the odd weekend away.
The Repti Fogger includes:
- Base unit
- Cover
- Water bottle 1 liter
- Haze nozzle attachment
- “No Spill” valve
- Adjustable hose, which can be adjusted from 10 – 32 inches without cutting
The simple design of the Zoo Med Repti Fogger makes it easy to stand next to your terrarium, in plain sight.
It comes complete with a spring-loaded reservoir that fits seamlessly into the base.
The hose, which is fully adjustable, provides the necessary mist.
The design of the dial, while simple, only offers minimum to maximum selection.
You cannot specify how often or how long you want the mist to work in the terrarium, therefore it can be tricky to get the exact humidity level you need without a controller.
Accessories and Parts
There are a couple of accessories you may find useful to include in your setup to ensure that your reptile gets the right humidity levels it needs to remain happy and healthy.
PETSPIONEER Temperature & Humidity Controller
The PETSPIONEER Temperature & Humidity Controller controls temperature through an on and off the heating device.
Temperature controls can range from 50ºF to 122ºF (10ºC to 50ºC).
The humility range is 15 – 95 percent.
This controls up to 1000 watts of combined temperature and humidity controlled devices with a two in one remote and a five-foot cable on the temperature and humidity sensor.
This controller works seamlessly with the Zoo Med Repti Fogger and offers the convenience of a built-in memory, restoring settings after power failures.
Zoo Med Labs Digital Thermometer Humidity Gauge
The Zoo Med Labs Digital Thermometer and Hygrometer enables you to monitor your humidity levels with ease and confidence.
It offers a simple design with easy to read digital display and a waterproof probe.
Save yourself time and space when monitoring humidity levels in your terrarium to ensure your reptile remains fit and healthy.
Battery is included with digital thermometer and hygrometer is ready to use out of the packaging.
Installation
The Zoo Med Repti Fogger is quick and easy to install. Simply follow the steps to have your fogger set up and working within minutes:
- Take the cover and place it over the base
- Ensure the tall side is sitting on the front right
- Place the nozzle in the tall side
- Place the fogger close to the terrarium
- Wash bottle and rinse thoroughly before use
- Fill the bottle with distilled water. Distilled water extends the life of the fogger
- Place screw valve on top of the bottle
- Place the bottle on the opposite side to the nozzle
- Extend the hose to the length you need and place on the nozzle
- Plug the fogger into the electricity and turn on
- You may need to squeeze the bottle to prime the system
- Turn the dial to your desired strength of mist
Usage and Maintenance
It is important when first turning on the Zoo Med Repti Fogger than you squeeze the bottle gently to ensure the reservoir is full and working properly.
The fogger should only be used with distilled water, which can help to extend the life of the product.
It’s recommended that this product is not run twenty-four hours a day, therefore it is best suited for daytime use or for the odd weekend away from home.
Maintaining the system is quick and easy.
The water bottle can be lifted out of positions, cleaned, refilled, and replaced without any hassle. The screw valve reduces the risk of any spilling.
The hose and nozzles should be soaked and cleaned thoroughly on a regular basis to reduce the risk of bacteria and mold.
Is This Product Good Value?
The Zoo Med Repti Fogger is a good product for long term use, though bear in mind that you will want to purchase the additional controller to ensure you achieve the right humidity levels in your terrarium.
The positive is that you don’t have to remember to mist your pet using a spray bottle and you have peace of mind that your reptile will get the misting they need even when you aren’t at home.
Who Should Buy This Product?
The Zoo Med Repti Fogger is ideal for daytime use when you are at the office or for short-term vacations.
Zoo Med does recommend you do not use the product twenty-four hours a day and the one-liter bottle can run out of water rather quickly if not closely monitored.
This misting device can be used with a wide variety of reptiles and amphibians including iguanas, green eyed geckos, tokay geckos, anoles, leaf chameleons, and more.
Summary
Overall, the Zoo Med Repti Fogger is a good purchase for anyone with a reptile that requires high humidity. The misting system helps maintain high humidity levels to keep your pet happy and healthy.