Colorado Bee Vac

$285
  • Requires 2nd manipulation to get bees into hive.
  • Uses dedicated vacuum.
  • 10 frame model only
  • Fixed length 1-1/4″ hose
  • Dumps debris and dead bees on top of hive
  • Adjusting suction puts strain on vac motor
  • Fixed capacity, may require additional box for large colonies

Bushkill Bee Vac*

$110
  • One shot design, no stressing the bees a 2nd time to get them into a hive.
  • Uses standard wet/dry shop vac.
  • 8 and 10 frame models available.
  • No dumping dead bees or debris on top of frames.
  • Unite brood/queen on site.

Owen's Bee Vac

$130
  • Small volume, easily overheats
  • Not expandable to accommodate large colonies
  • Round cage with smaller hole, more stress to get bees out
  • Can not leave bees in vac for extended period of time

* Bushkill bee vac price is for base unit and assumes you have a wet/dry shop vac and hive bodies.  If you need to purchase a vacuum to use,  figure adding an additional $50 – $100 depending on which vacuum you buy.