Best Livestock Fence Chargers of 2025

"I purchased this charger based on UVA's recommendation for keeping black bears away from my bee yards. I'm pleased to say it has effectively discouraged any bears for the last two years. Quick delivery from Amazon, and the unit was pre-charged, which was a lifesaver. After two years of flawless operation, the charger stopped working, but the manufacturer fixed it for free in just a week. The two-year warranty is impressive, and they offer service even beyond that. I couldn't be happier with the overall quality and support."

"After receiving my new Parmak solar 12, I was excited to test it out. However, I noticed it had only a 4.2 kv output, compared to my older units that read 7.2 kv. I contacted customer service, and after a few weeks, I got a replacement, but it had the same low voltage issue. It was disappointing to learn that the electronics had been updated, and there was nothing they could do. I wrote a detailed letter to the company president but never received a reply. Now, I just have a dust collector in my shed."

"I’ve been using my first Parmak SP12 for a year, and it works flawlessly. I bought a second for another pasture, and I’m amazed at how well it keeps my 2,200-pound bulls contained with just a single wire. I’ve had such a good experience that I believe these are the best fencers, solar or otherwise, on the market. They are super convenient and portable, ideal for rotational grazing. I had to move a fence line recently, and even while wearing insulated gloves, I experienced a shock. I highly recommend Parmak over other brands."

"I used this for my paddock fencing. The cattle respected the charge from the start. I’ve had no issues since installing it, and it’s easy to turn off and on. Very pleased with this purchase!"

"I’ve set this up around my flower gardens to keep deer and rabbits out. I started with hot wires at the top and bottom, and since then, no deer have entered my garden. It’s been effective, although I still see some rabbits outside."

"Setting this up was straightforward, and it worked wonders for my pigs. It delivers a strong shock! This year, I’m planning to use it around my garden and chicken coop. Overall, I’m satisfied with my purchase."

"I was initially worried about the negative reviews on Zareba products, but I took a chance. After testing, I found that it works by sending a pulse of electricity every second or two. This understanding helped me identify a bad ground. With a good ground, I get solid voltage readings, so I believe most negative feedback stems from installation issues rather than product faults."

"I found the Zareba charger to be incredibly easy to install. In just 20 minutes, I had it set up and working perfectly. It has kept my horse, who likes to test boundaries, safely contained, and I couldn't be happier with its performance. If this one ever fails, I'd probably buy two more due to how simple the process was for me!"

"I appreciate how my Zareba charger has been working well since I set it up around my garden. The installation was straightforward, and I love that it's keeping my garden safe. It's been a fantastic addition, and I’m quite pleased with how it functions day and night!"

"I was genuinely surprised by the great strength it has. It maintains its power wonderfully, and the solar feature keeps it running perfectly. It's much better than my plug-in one."

"I used this for my goat pen, and let me tell you, the goats stay away from the fence now. Installation was a breeze; just get a ground rod, drive it in, and connect the clips. It feels strong and is a good value for the price."

"We took some time to set up the poultry fence with this, but once we did, it proved to be very effective at keeping the hens in and predators out. My daughter tested it and found it surprising; a little adjustment on the red line made a big difference in the zap!"

“I am trying to protect my 20ft x 20ft high-intensity garden plot from critters. This energizer is probably overkill, but it operates as expected. I appreciate the outdoor case design and the built-in lightning arrestor. Overall, it's a good value for my needs, and I would recommend it. It survived a medium critter attack and kept my garden intact!”

“I installed this unit as per the manual, but the output is surprisingly weak. I barely felt a shock when touching the charged wire, and it's definitely not strong enough to deter animals.”

“I bought this in April 2023, and while it worked fine for three months, it stopped functioning in August. However, the owner provided a replacement unit free of charge, which is now working great. Excellent customer service!”

"I found this to have very strong performance. After using it, there are no more raccoons or cats around, which is exactly what I wanted. I do wish it delivered the pulses faster, but overall, I am satisfied."

"This charger worked perfectly for the electric fencing around my quail aviary. I didn’t need anything too powerful, but it successfully kept the big owls away after a few shocks. I hope this continues to work!"

"I’ve been using this charger for a 400-foot conductive rope setup with sensitive animals. It’s performed quite well, and I’m planning to test it with goats soon. I see this as a good value and will likely purchase another for my wild hog experiment."

"I live on a ranch with many livestock, and this compact, lightweight fence charger is perfect for our rotational pastures. The internal battery holds a charge well, and having both solar and AC options is a big plus. Overall, I'm very satisfied with the reasonable price."

"I often struggle with enough sunlight in winter, so this portable charger has been a great solution. The included AC adapter is handy, and while I don't know how often I'll need to charge it from an outlet, it's comforting to have that option. The 36-inch cables worked well for my setup."

"I appreciate how easy this charger was to set up. It charged quickly and I love that it has connectors for both the fence and ground. Although I haven't tested its full range of 10 miles, it delivers a strong zap on the shorter length I used."

"This unit is excellent! I use it to keep deer out of my apple orchard, and it's very easy to use and portable. My wife thinks the shock is pretty intense."

"I have two of these units, and they are simple to set up. I appreciate that they can sit in any direction on a T post to maximize sun exposure. They've been very reliable in keeping my cows away from the hay."

"I found this unit easy to install and it worked perfectly on the first try. It even delivers a message to my dog!"

"I bought this for my sheep, and it works wonderfully! We even switched to using it for our cattle and had to buy a second unit so the sheep could have their fence back. Now we have two, and they're both doing great. One is on stranded rope, and the other is on plain single strand wire—works well for both!"

"I recently started using this energizer to protect my orchard from wildlife. It's a set-and-forget type of energizer for me. I plan to check for shorts every few days, but otherwise, I just attach the included alligator clips and flip the switch to 'on'. I trust it to work!"

"I needed a temporary fence for my cattle and horse ranch, and it's definitely doing the job. I really appreciate that it's solar-powered—no wiring hassles!"

"I find this product great for keeping cows and horses in pasture. Buying another one here costs twice the amount!"

"I've been using this energizer for a 4 string fence around 3 acres and it runs everything easily. I'm planning to purchase 2 more for my garden and orchard!"

"Initially, I loved the other solar energizer I ordered, but this one stopped working after a few months. I’m quite disappointed as it didn’t last long enough, and I couldn't get support."