EcoLogic Home Insect Control, Kills Cockroaches, Ants, Spiders and More, Indoor & Outdoor Use, Safe Around Children and Pets, (RTU Spray) 64 Fl Oz

Why I tried this spray

In a house with kids, a dog, and a steady trickle of ants in warm months, I’m always weighing effectiveness against safety. I don’t want lingering residues from harsh chemicals, but I also don’t want to watch ants scout across the countertops. That’s what pushed me to try the EcoLogic spray—a plant-based, ready-to-use insect killer that promises on-contact results and can be used both indoors and outdoors when applied as directed.

What’s in the bottle

This is a 64-ounce, ready-to-use formulation built around lemongrass oil and cornmint oil. Those essential oils are a big part of the appeal: they’re known for strong insecticidal and repellent properties, and they come with a scent profile that’s more kitchen-cleaner than chemical lab. The label positions it for ants, cockroaches, spiders, and other listed household insects, and it’s meant to kill by contact rather than leave a long-lasting barrier.

Setup and application

Out of the box, it’s a standard trigger-spray format on a hefty 64-ounce bottle. That size is generous, but you feel it in the hand. For small spot treatments, the included trigger is fine, but during broader applications (baseboards, door thresholds, and patio sliders), my hand fatigued. On one of my uses, the trigger also started to sputter and dribble; transferring the liquid into a sturdier, adjustable spray bottle improved the experience dramatically. If you plan to treat larger areas, consider decanting from the start.

The spray pattern is adjustable enough for most scenarios: a narrow stream for chasing a roach behind an appliance and a wider mist for baseboards or the exterior of a doorway. I had good control over where the product landed, which matters when working near kids’ play areas or pet bowls. As with any liquid insecticide, I recommend covering or removing food, toys, and bedding before you spray, and letting surfaces dry fully before re-entry.

Scent and surface safety

The scent profile is unmistakably herbal—strong lemongrass with a minty edge. The initial burst is intense in a closed room, but it dissipated to a faint, clean aroma by the next day in my tests. If you’re sensitive to fragrance, plan your sprays for late afternoon or evening so the smell can fade overnight. I also spot-tested on painted baseboards, laminate, and tile; I didn’t see staining or residue on those surfaces, but essential oil products can mark unfinished wood or some fabrics. Test inconspicuously if you’re worried.

Performance indoors

• Ants: This is where the spray shines. On contact, it knocked down scouting ants instantly, and a quick pass along their trails stopped activity in the short term. Like most contact killers, it doesn’t address the colony on its own, so I paired it with bait in a hidden location to tackle the source. For day-to-day ant incidents, it was reliable and fast.

• Cockroaches: It works, with a caveat: you need to hit the insect directly. Spraying baseboards without sight of the roaches won’t do much. When I had a single German roach hitchhike in a box, a targeted shot stopped it cold. For larger infestations, I wouldn’t rely on this alone; a comprehensive approach (sanitation, exclusion, baits, and dusts) is still the standard.

• Spiders: Contact kill again. It dispatched common house spiders easily, and I found it handy for webs in corners when set to a thin stream. It won’t prevent new webbing the way a residual spray might, so think of it as a quick cleanup tool rather than a preventative.

• Other household insects: Silverfish and occasional beetles responded similarly—quick knockdown when sprayed directly. Because this formula isn’t designed as a residual, I didn’t see long-term suppression without repeating treatments.

In short, indoors it’s a solid on-demand problem solver. It’s not a “spray once and forget” product, which is fair given its plant-based chemistry. Expect to reapply where you see traffic.

Performance outdoors

I used it along patio doors, the garage threshold, and under eaves where spiders like to set up shop. It was effective for immediate knockdown and provided a short window of relief, especially on calm, dry days. Rain or heavy dew reduces its staying power dramatically, so it’s best as a touch-up tool around entry points rather than a yard-wide barrier. For patios and furniture, the scent is pleasant enough that using it before an evening outside didn’t bother anyone in my household.

Safety in real-world use

“Safe around kids and pets when used as directed” is an important label claim, and it lined up with my experience. I kept children and the dog out of treated rooms until surfaces were dry, avoided food-contact areas, and didn’t spray toys or bedding. Used that way, I felt comfortable with repeated applications. Still, it’s an essential oil product—concentrated botanicals are not neutral. Avoid direct contact, ventilate after use, and keep it stored out of reach. Those common-sense steps go a long way.

Coverage and value

A 64-ounce bottle is generous. I covered a three-bedroom home’s baseboards once, did multiple spot treatments over a month, and still had product left. Because you need direct contact for best results, you’ll often use less than you might with a residual perimeter spray. For homes that prefer plant-based solutions, the per-ounce value is strong compared to smaller 24–32 ounce bottles in the same category.

What I liked

• Fast knockdown on target insects when sprayed directly
• Fragrance that, while strong initially, fades to a clean, herbal note by morning
• Versatility indoors and at exterior entry points
• A safer profile for households with kids and pets when used according to the label
• Generous volume that supports routine touch-ups without frequent reorders

What could be better

• The included trigger on a large bottle isn’t ideal; hand fatigue and occasional sputtering made me swap to a better sprayer
• Limited residual performance means you’ll need to reapply for recurring pressure
• Direct contact is mandatory for roaches; if you miss, you don’t get a delayed kill
• Outdoors, weather limits longevity; it’s a spot-treatment tool, not a perimeter solution

Tips for best results

• Use it as part of an integrated approach: sanitation, sealing entry points, and baits where appropriate
• For ants, spray the visible trail to break activity, then place bait nearby, out of reach of children and pets
• Transfer to a high-quality trigger or pump sprayer if you’ll be treating larger areas; your hands will thank you
• Ventilate after indoor applications, especially in small rooms, to help the scent disperse
• Test on delicate or unfinished surfaces before broad application

Who it’s for

If you want an on-contact, plant-based insect control option for common household pests—and you’re willing to reapply as needed—the EcoLogic spray fits well. It’s particularly good for quick ant and spider control, occasional roaches, and touch-ups along baseboards and doorways. If you’re battling a heavy infestation or you need long-lasting prevention with minimal reapplication, you’ll likely want to pair this with other methods or choose a different chemistry.

Final take

The EcoLogic spray does exactly what a botanical, contact-kill formula should do: it drops the pests you can see, smells far better than conventional options, and gives peace of mind for use around kids and pets when you follow the directions. It won’t replace a full integrated pest management plan for stubborn or widespread problems, and the sprayer hardware could be better suited to the bottle’s size. But as a day-to-day tool for keeping ants, spiders, and the occasional roach in check, it’s effective, straightforward, and easy to live with.

Recommendation: I recommend this spray for households that prioritize plant-based ingredients and need a reliable, on-contact solution for common indoor and entry-point pests. It’s not the right choice for long-term residual control or heavy infestations on its own, but as a safe, fast-acting component of your home pest toolkit, it earns a spot on the shelf.