The original Roamwild PestOff Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder is a 3 lb tube feeder whose feeding ports each sit on their own spring. When a squirrel, rat or large bird lands on a perch, that port closes; it reopens for songbirds. It is factory-set with no adjustments and ships free from Columbus, Ohio for $44.99.

How it stops squirrels

Each port is individually spring-loaded, so only the loaded port closes and birds on the other port keep feeding. Heavy-duty metal baffles guard the ports and the polycarbonate tube is chew-resistant. A built-in rain guard above the ports keeps seed dry and fresh year-round.

Key facts

• Capacity: 3 lb (1.6 qt / 1.5 L) of mixed seed or sunflower hearts. Seed not included.
• Size: 7 x 7 x 18 in; weight 1.5 lb.
• Finishes: Red or Green.
• In the box: feeder and hanger.
• Cleaning: disassembles without tools; rinse, dry and refill. Clean every two weeks.

Where to hang it

Hang it at least 18 inches from any vertical surface (wall, fence, post or tree trunk) and 5 feet off the ground so a squirrel cannot reach the ports from a foothold. Roamwild hanging brackets and the PestOff Bird Feeding Station give this clearance.

Which PestOff should I choose?

The original PestOff holds 3 lb and suits most yards at $44.99. The PestOff 2.0 steps up to 4 lb and adds dual squirrel-proof baffles and an anti-squirrel ring, in seven finishes from $49.99. The Mega PestOff holds 8 lb for busy yards at $79.99. Dedicated 2.0 versions take peanuts and mealworms, or nyjer seed, at $49.99. All use the same patented per-port spring mechanism.

The PestOff Promise: if you have followed the hanging instructions and squirrels still get to the seed, contact us and we will make it right. Problem Solved.