Best Pest Repellent Gels of 2026

The Combat Ant Killing Gel is easy to use and provides fast control of ants within 3 to 5 days. Its high water content encourages faster feeding, which starts killing ants within an hour. The gel bait kills ants and the entire colony, and the syringe applicator lets you place the gel in hard-to-reach areas where ants travel. The product is child-resistant and leaves little to no mess. It is ready-to-use directly from the syringe for fast, easy application.

Syngenta Optigard Cockroach Gel is a powerful roach killer with a unique active ingredient emamectin benzoate that effectively targets roaches that have become resistant to other products. This non-staining and odorless gel comes with a highly attractive bait matrix, allowing for quick knockdown. The adapting tip makes crack and crevice treatment easy, and it can be used in various sites, including single and multi-family residential buildings, schools, commercial and industrial facilities.

The DETOUR Rat Gel is an effective solution for keeping rats and mice at bay for over a year. This product has been trusted by international exterminators for more than a decade, ensuring its reliability. It's also NSF-approved, making it safe for use in areas where food is stored and prepared. The advanced gel formula is designed to withstand all weather conditions, so you won’t have to worry about it melting, freezing, or dripping. This means you can confidently protect your car engine compartment, self-storage unit, or outdoor grill from unwanted rodent infestations.