Exo Terra Cricket Pen with Dispensing Tubes
In a Nutshell
- Good for small numbers of insects or breeders.
- Issues with escaping crickets, especially smaller ones.
- Durability and size concerns reported.
- Efficient dispensing mechanism.
Quick Verdict
The Exo Terra Cricket Pen is generally well-received for small insect breeding but has significant issues with size, durability, and escapement. It is convenient for dispensing insects but not ideal for larger quantities or jumpy insects.
Quick Stats
Pet Compatibility
Critical Warnings
The pen may arrive broken or defective.
Prevention: Inspect upon delivery and contact customer service if defective.
Pros & Cons
Pros
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Efficient Dispensing (3)
The dispensing tubes make it easy to transfer crickets.
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Easy to Clean (2)
The pen is reported to be easy to clean and maintain.
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Great Price (2)
Many users find the price to be reasonable for the value.
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Good for Small Quantities (2)
The pen is suitable for a small number of crickets.
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Convenient Storage (1)
The size of the pen makes it easy to store when not in use.
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Versatile Use (1)
The pen can be used for various small insects and spiders.
Cons
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Escaping Crickets (2) critical
Crickets, especially smaller ones, tend to escape easily.
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Size Issues (3) major
The pen is too small for larger quantities or bigger insects.
Tip: Consider a larger size if you need more space.
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Durability Concerns (2) major
There are reports of the pen arriving broken or defective.
Who Is This For?
✓ Best For
- • Small insect breeders — Ideal for keeping a small number of crickets or other small insects.
- • Venus flytrap owners — Perfect for feeding a few crickets to a Venus flytrap.
- • Occasional users — Suitable for those who need to feed insects occasionally and not for prolonged periods.
✗ Skip If
- • Owners of larger quantities of insects — The pen is too small for a large number of insects.
- • Those needing a durable pen — There are durability concerns and reports of the pen arriving broken.
Durability & Care
Cleaning Methods
Floor Compatibility
Rating Distribution
Common Questions
Is this pen suitable for larger crickets?
No, it is too small for larger crickets and better for smaller quantities.
Highlighted Reviews
"The cricket keeper was also a great price."
"I was so excited for this to keep our crickets for Freckles & Pink Lemonade (our leopard geckos) but it arrived cracked. I now need to go pick one up at the pet store bc I can not wait for a replacement. Waste of my money. :("
Bottom Line
If you need a small cricket pen for a few insects, this might work for you. However, if you plan to keep larger quantities or more active insects, consider other options.