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SURMEN LEGACY Dubia Roaches Live Feed Reptile Food

SURMEN LEGACY Dubia Roaches Live Feed Reptile Food

By SURMEN LEGACY 12 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
6.3 /10
Quality
6.0
Value
5.5
Design
5.0
Function
6.5
Durability
6.0
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In a Nutshell

  • Roaches often arrive alive and healthy.
  • Size discrepancies and packaging issues reported.
  • Serious safety concerns with smaller pets.

Quick Verdict

The SURMEN LEGACY Dubia Roaches are a mixed bag. While many users report the roaches arriving alive and healthy, there are notable issues with size, packaging, and safety concerns with certain pets.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 12
Would Recommend 58%
Would Buy Again 50%

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Caution
🐈 Cats
Caution

Critical Warnings

critical

Reported incidents of roaches harming or killing smaller pets.

Prevention: Use with caution, especially with smaller pets. Monitor your pet closely when feeding these roaches.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Arrive Alive (5)

    Most users report the roaches arriving in good condition.

  • Good Size (3)

    Roaches are typically the right size for medium to large reptiles.

  • Well Ventialed (1)

    Some reviews mention the roaches being well-ventilated in their packaging.

Cons

  • Size Issues (3) major

    Roaches often do not match the expected size, posing a risk for smaller pets.

  • Poor Packaging (2) minor

    Package size makes it difficult to transfer roaches to smaller containers.

    Tip: Transferring the roaches to a different container before feeding.

  • Safety Concerns (2) critical

    Reported incidents of roaches harming or killing smaller pets.

  • Delayed Delivery (1) major

    Some users experienced delays in delivery and automatic charging for subsequent shipments.

Quality Trend: Declining

Reports of inconsistent size, packaging issues, and safety concerns have increased recently.

Older Reviews Said:

positive

Newer Reviews Say:

negative

Who Is This For?

✓ Best For

✗ Skip If

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Varies by storage conditions

Factors: Packaging, transportation conditions.

Cleaning Methods

✗ Machine wash
✗ Hand wash
✗ Spot clean

Care Tips from Users

  • 💡 Store in a cool environment.

Floor Compatibility

✓ Hardwood
✓ Tile
⚠️ Carpet
✓ Vinyl
✓ Laminate

Rating Distribution

3.8
12 reviews
5★
50%
4★
8.3%
3★
0%
2★
25%
1★
16.7%
Arrive Alive (5) Healthy (4) Good Size (3) Size Issues (3) Packaging Issues (2) Safety Concerns (2)

Common Questions

What type of pets are these roaches suitable for?

These roaches are primarily suitable for medium to large reptiles, such as bearded dragons.

Highlighted Reviews

— Sara

"Never had issues with these! I get them for my bearded dragon to top up my established roach colony"

— Allison

"They came in good shape, most of them were alive, however they ate my gecko alive, killing him. We are absolutely devastated."

Bottom Line

Use with caution, especially with smaller pets. Ensure proper packaging and size verification before purchasing.

6.3 /10
— Below Average

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