How to Choose a Squirrel Feeder for Outside
Before buying a squirrel feeder, think about where it will go and what you’d like to watch. A tray offers a place to eat. A spinning feeder adds movement as squirrels climb toward the food. Either way, the practical details matter.
Start with your yard
Choose your viewing spot first, then check the ground and surrounding space. Does the feeder need a tree, a post, or ground support? Can you reach it to refill and clean it? A spinning model also needs clearance around the arm’s entire path.
Read our placement guide before settling on a location.
Compare measurements, not just photos
Our Original stands about 70 inches tall. The Colossal stands more than seven feet tall and has a nearly 7½-foot spinning wingspan. Measure your available space before choosing.
Compare Original and Colossal.
Look at setup and ongoing care
Read the assembly instructions and find out how the food attaches. With Whirl-a-Squirrel, corn cobs go on the holders and an adjustable counterweight helps set the arm’s balance. Check the base, fittings, and food regularly.
See how the mechanism works, including what to check if it doesn’t turn as expected.
Check what comes with the price
Compare shipping, warranty, included parts, and return terms as well as the purchase price. Both Whirl-a-Squirrel models include free shipping, assembly instructions, and a one-year warranty. Our FAQ covers returns and setup questions.
Watch it in use
A demonstration helps you understand the motion and scale better than a photo alone. Watch the videos on our home page, then choose for your space. Wild squirrels approach and use a feeder in their own way, so every yard will be different.