The Top 3 Best Squirrel Baffles For Your Bird Feeders, According To Reviews

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links.

If you want to welcome birds to your yard and do what you can to keep them healthy, one thing you can do is to hang a feeder on a pole or a tree. Watching the birds perch and enjoy the seeds, nuts, or other items you've left out for them can be very enjoyable. Unfortunately, those birds are not the only ones who stop by for a bite. Squirrels are notorious for stealing food from bird feeders. Not only can this rob your birds of the nutrients that you are trying to provide them, but it can also ruin your feeders. Squirrels have sharp teeth and may chew through the plastic components of the feeder.

One of the best ways to keep squirrels out of your bird feeder is to use a baffle. Baffles are typically shaped like a dome and are designed to wrap around a feeder pole or to hang above a feeder. Their domed, or sometimes conical, shape prevents the squirrels from accessing the feeder — they can't remain balanced to climb over the steep, rounded, and slippery sides and end up getting knocked down to the ground. If you're looking for the best baffle for your bird feeder, we've rounded up a list of three of the best options on the market based on customer reviews.

When compiling this list of the best squirrel baffles, we considered a range of factors. We understand that all readers do not have identical needs. While some may have a hanging feeder, others have pole-style ones. For this reason, we strove to include different types of baffles that would ensure each of these needs were met.

There are dozens of — if not more — different baffles for hanging feeders and pole feeders, though. So, to help us weed through all the results and choose the best of the best to feature in this roundup, we looked at customer reviews. We closely evaluated not only the overall star rating, but also the number of reviewers who contributed to that average. All of our recommendations have a rating of 4.4 stars or higher. They've also been reviewed by at least 2,000 customers, which gives us better confidence that the average star rating offers an accurate glimpse into each baffle's ability to keep squirrels out of a bird feeder.

If your bird feeder is hanging on a pole in your yard, the Woodlink Audubon Wrap Around Squirrel Baffle may be the solution you've been searching for. The baffle comes with a coupler, which allows it to work with garden poles with a width between ½ inch and 1 ⅜ inches. When a squirrel tries to climb up the pole, the baffle serves as a barrier to keep them from getting at your bird feeder and the seeds it holds. The baffle is constructed from a powder-coated steel material for durability and to prevent squirrels from using it to gain traction. It doesn't take long to mount, and you won't even need to remove the bird feeder to do so. If you've also caught raccoons stealing seeds from your feeders, you'll appreciate that this model is designed to be resistant against those backyard pests, too.

This is one of the most highly rated baffles on Amazon. More than 20,000 customers have taken the time to review it, giving it an average rating of 4.4 stars. It is also notable that 85% of reviewers were so impressed with its performance that they gave it either a 4- or a 5-star rating (71% gave it 5 stars, and 14% gave it 4 stars). One satisfied customer on Amazon's website shared, "Squirrel Wars 7.0 was finally won with these. I have tried six other ways to keep the squirrels away and none of the methods worked. After installing these, there have been no more squirrels in my feeders. I am saving so much on bird seed and in frustration of seeing squirrels either eat all the seed or dump it on the ground."

If you have a hanging bird feeder, consider trying this Beserie Squirrel Baffle to prevent the critters from jumping down on it from the treetops. The baffle features two hooks — one on the top to hang it on the pole or tree, and a second one on the underside to connect it to the hook on your feeder. Once all connected, it will serve as a barrier, denying pesky squirrels access to the flavorful seeds or nuts in your feeder. Each hook is constructed from rustproof metal, and the dome baffle features a multi-layer plastic design for lasting durability. This baffle might also be the ideal choice if you want to add more color to your yard or garden. While many other products on the market are black, this model is available in colorful options. If you're trying to keep squirrels out of a hummingbird feeder, opting for one of the red options could serve a dual purpose. Not only will it keep the squirrels away, but its vibrant red hues may encourage more hummingbirds to stop by to drink the sweet nectar.

More than 2,000 reviewers have given this baffle an impressive 4.7-star rating. Moreover, more than four out of every five reviewers (82%) were so happy with its performance that they gave it a 5-star rating. "We feed the birds all winter and wanted to have something to keep the birds and seed dry. This baffle does the trick. It also prevents squirrels from climbing onto the feeder. Great dual-purpose baffle," wrote one reviewer on Amazon.

Chili powder is an unexpected ingredient that often will keep squirrels out of your feeder. However, sometimes kicking up the heat isn't sufficient to kick out the squirrels. To make your efforts more successful, consider adding the Garbuildman Squirrel Baffle to the feeder pole. With its wide, 19-inch diameter, squirrels will not be able to get around and over it to access the feeder. If they do manage to climb onto it, they won't have anything to grip onto and the slippery surface will send them sliding back off. This baffle is easy to install using the included buckle and screws. It can fit around poles of varying widths (between ⅔ inch and 1 ⅜ inches). You could even consider a simple swap to further deny the squirrels access to your bird feeders. Try making a DIY PVC pipe feeder pole and using it in conjunction with this baffle. PVC is more slippery than a powder-coated metal pole, so squirrels will have an even more challenging time trying to scale it.

Reviews for this feeder pole baffle are highly positive. It has a 4.4-star rating, which is based on reviews from more than 4,000 customers. Beyond the high average rating, 84% of users were so pleased with their purchase that they gave this baffle either 4 or 5 stars. One Amazon reviewer who is glad that they tried these said, "Works as advertised. Squirrels climbed up the pole, realized they had lost the war and returned to the ground. Have not had a problem since."