Hummingbird feeders that are easy to clean, keep ants out and bring hummingbirds close, from saucer feeders to window feeders.
| Award | Product | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Best overall | Aspects HummZinger HighViewEasy cleaning and great views | See on Amazon for Aspects HummZinger HighView (opens Amazon) |
| Best small feeder | Aspects HummBlossomYards with only a few hummingbirds | See on Amazon for Aspects HummBlossom (opens Amazon) |
| Best large capacity | First Nature 3055 Hummingbird FeederBusy yards at peak season | See on Amazon for First Nature 3055 Hummingbird Feeder (opens Amazon) |
| Best glass feeder | Perky-Pet Pinch Waist Glass Hummingbird FeederA classic look in the garden | See on Amazon for Perky-Pet Pinch Waist Glass Hummingbird Feeder (opens Amazon) |
| Best window feeder | Aspects Jewel Box Window Hummingbird FeederWatching up close from inside | See on Amazon for Aspects Jewel Box Window Hummingbird Feeder (opens Amazon) |
| Must-have accessory | Aspects Ant MoatKeeping ants out of nectar | See on Amazon for Aspects Ant Moat (opens Amazon) |
The best hummingbird feeder is the one you'll actually clean. Nectar spoils fast in warm weather, and a feeder that's a pain to scrub soon gets ignored by you and the hummingbirds.
That's why saucer-style feeders top our list. They come apart in seconds and rarely drip. Bottle feeders hold more and look classic, but need a brush.
Best for: Easy cleaning and great views
Our favorite hummingbird feeder because it's the easiest to keep clean. The saucer design comes apart in seconds, a built-in ant moat stops ants, and a raised perch gives you great views.
Best for: Yards with only a few hummingbirds
A small, inexpensive saucer feeder. Less nectar goes to waste when you only have a few hummingbirds, and it's easy to keep fresh.
Best for: Busy yards at peak season
A big, low-cost bottle feeder with plenty of ports for busy yards in peak season.
Best for: A classic look in the garden
A classic glass bottle feeder that looks lovely in a garden. Glass won't cloud or hold onto smells the way some plastics do.
Best for: Watching up close from inside
A hummingbird feeder that sticks right on your window, so you can watch them hover inches away from your kitchen table.
Best for: Keeping ants out of nectar
A small cup of water that hangs above any nectar feeder. Ants can't cross it, so they never reach the sugar water.
Our picks are based on research, not sponsorships. We compare manufacturer specifications, read long-term owner feedback, and weigh what experienced backyard birders and bird organizations consistently recommend. We favor gear that's easy to clean, built to last and safe for birds. No brand pays to be included, and we update this guide as products change.
Look for wide openings and few parts. Saucer feeders are the easiest to clean.
Feeders already have red parts to attract hummingbirds. Never add red dye to nectar.
Buy a smaller feeder if you only see a few hummingbirds. Nectar left sitting for days spoils.
Shade helps nectar last longer. Hang it where you can see it easily, but away from busy paths.
One part plain white sugar to four parts water. Use our nectar calculator for exact amounts for your feeder.
Every one to two days in hot weather, and every three to five days when it's mild. Cloudy nectar should be replaced right away.
In most of the US, early spring before the first hummingbirds return. Leaving feeders up in fall won't stop them from migrating.
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