Josh's Frogs holds a best-in-class position for live waxworms by combining rigorous quality control, reliable next-day shipping, and packaging designed to minimize transit mortality — traits that justify its slightly higher price for hobbyists who prioritize survivability. Compared with budget-focused suppliers on this list, Josh's Frogs trades lower unit cost for consistent live arrival rates and customer support, making it the go-to for reptile keepers who value dependability over the lowest price.
Breeder-grade nutrition
High-fat energy
Breeder-grade nutrition
High-fat energy
Review Summary
"Users praise consistent freshness, high survival rates, and careful packaging that keeps waxworms alive through transit; a few note occasional shipping delays or losses in extreme heat. Overall reviewers find this product reliable for regular feeding."
Frog-favorite fiesta
Sold chilled in small containers making them easy to store and use for routine feeding.
Frog-favorite fiesta
Sold chilled in small containers making them easy to store and use for routine feeding.
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
Josh's Frogs holds a best-in-class position for live waxworms by combining rigorous quality control, reliable next-day shipping, and packaging designed to minimize transit mortality — traits that justify its slightly higher price for hobbyists who prioritize survivability. Compared with budget-focused suppliers on this list, Josh's Frogs trades lower unit cost for consistent live arrival rates and customer support, making it the go-to for reptile keepers who value dependability over the lowest price.
Breeder-grade nutrition
High-fat energy
Frog-favorite fiesta
Sold chilled in small containers making them easy to store and use for routine feeding.
High-fat treat suitable as an occasional supplement for reptiles, birds, and fish.
Breeder-grade nutrition
High-fat energy
Frog-favorite fiesta
Sold chilled in small containers making them easy to store and use for routine feeding.
High-fat treat suitable as an occasional supplement for reptiles, birds, and fish.
$10-25 USD
Exo Terra’s canned mealworms are marketed for high palatability and hydration, making them a market leader for animals that need softer, moist feeders or extra water intake from food. Compared to freeze-dried mealworms from Fluker's, Exo Terra’s product often costs more but reduces the need for rehydration and can lower handling time and feeder loss from refusing animals.
Soft mealworms ready
No feeding fuss
Soft mealworms ready
No feeding fuss
Review Summary
"Very palatable and soft, good for picky or small feeders and ready-to-serve straight from the can; a common note is a stronger scent and a higher per-unit cost."
Wormy banquet!
Pre-canned mealworms that are soft and immediately palatable
Wormy banquet!
Pre-canned mealworms that are soft and immediately palatable
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
Exo Terra’s canned mealworms are marketed for high palatability and hydration, making them a market leader for animals that need softer, moist feeders or extra water intake from food. Compared to freeze-dried mealworms from Fluker's, Exo Terra’s product often costs more but reduces the need for rehydration and can lower handling time and feeder loss from refusing animals.
Soft mealworms ready
No feeding fuss
Wormy banquet!
Pre-canned mealworms that are soft and immediately palatable
High-protein option suitable for reptiles, amphibians, and birds
Soft mealworms ready
No feeding fuss
Wormy banquet!
Pre-canned mealworms that are soft and immediately palatable
High-protein option suitable for reptiles, amphibians, and birds
$8-15 USD
Fluker's High-Calcium Cricket Diet is a budget-friendly, calcium-forward gutload specifically formulated to address one of the most common nutrient gaps for insect-fed reptiles. Its technical advantage is a straightforward, high-calcium profile that delivers an efficient and inexpensive way to raise dietary calcium in feeders, which makes it simpler and cheaper for owners whose primary need is calcium rather than a full-spectrum gutload. While less comprehensive than multi-nutrient options like Repashy or Reptanicals, it is an effective add-on when calcium is the primary concern.
Calcium-rich punch
Low-dust feeding
Calcium-rich punch
Low-dust feeding
Review Summary
"Fluker's High-Calcium Cricket Diet is frequently recommended for affordable calcium enrichment and decent cricket conditioning, though some users report variability in pellet size and occasional dustiness."
Shell-strength boost
Specifically fortified with elevated calcium levels to help prevent metabolic bone disease in insect-eating pets.
Shell-strength boost
Specifically fortified with elevated calcium levels to help prevent metabolic bone disease in insect-eating pets.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Fluker's High-Calcium Cricket Diet is a budget-friendly, calcium-forward gutload specifically formulated to address one of the most common nutrient gaps for insect-fed reptiles. Its technical advantage is a straightforward, high-calcium profile that delivers an efficient and inexpensive way to raise dietary calcium in feeders, which makes it simpler and cheaper for owners whose primary need is calcium rather than a full-spectrum gutload. While less comprehensive than multi-nutrient options like Repashy or Reptanicals, it is an effective add-on when calcium is the primary concern.
Calcium-rich punch
Low-dust feeding
Shell-strength boost
Specifically fortified with elevated calcium levels to help prevent metabolic bone disease in insect-eating pets.
Designed for direct feeding to crickets and other feeders so they carry extra calcium to the predator.
Calcium-rich punch
Low-dust feeding
Shell-strength boost
Specifically fortified with elevated calcium levels to help prevent metabolic bone disease in insect-eating pets.
Designed for direct feeding to crickets and other feeders so they carry extra calcium to the predator.
$10-18 USD
Repashy Calcium Plus earns a best-in-class spot for supplement and fortified dust use because it delivers a concentrated, micronutrient‑balanced calcium formula that mixes well into gels and foods used in dusting workflows. Compared with the more budget-oriented powders on this list, Repashy commands a higher shelf price but its finer particle size and broader nutrient profile make it technically more efficient and cost‑effective per dose for owners managing diverse reptile diets.
High-calcium punch
Mix-friendly dust
High-calcium punch
Mix-friendly dust
Review Summary
"Users consistently praise Repashy Calcium Plus for its fine texture, reliable dosing, and easy mixing, saying it integrates well into regular feeding routines; a few note the price is higher than generic brands but justify it for quality. Overall long-term users report noticeable benefits in bone health and egg production for reptiles. "
Egg-laying ally
High calcium-to-phosphorus ratio designed for bone support
Egg-laying ally
High calcium-to-phosphorus ratio designed for bone support
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
Repashy Calcium Plus earns a best-in-class spot for supplement and fortified dust use because it delivers a concentrated, micronutrient‑balanced calcium formula that mixes well into gels and foods used in dusting workflows. Compared with the more budget-oriented powders on this list, Repashy commands a higher shelf price but its finer particle size and broader nutrient profile make it technically more efficient and cost‑effective per dose for owners managing diverse reptile diets.
High-calcium punch
Mix-friendly dust
Egg-laying ally
High calcium-to-phosphorus ratio designed for bone support
Includes vitamin D3 to help with calcium absorption
High-calcium punch
Mix-friendly dust
Egg-laying ally
High calcium-to-phosphorus ratio designed for bone support
Includes vitamin D3 to help with calcium absorption
$12-28 USD
Zoo Med Angled Stainless Steel Feeding Tongs are a market-leading choice thanks to their widely trusted angled tip that improves visibility and control when offering feeder insects; pros often prefer their consistent build quality and easy-to-clean stainless finish. While typically priced above entry-level brands, their long-standing distribution, professional adoption, and robust materials provide a lower total cost of ownership compared with cheaply made tongs that wear out faster.
Angled precision tip
Rustproof steel
Angled precision tip
Rustproof steel
Review Summary
"Reviewers generally like the Zoo Med Angled Stainless Steel Feeding Tongs for the angled tip that makes feeding shy or fast insects easier and for long-term rust-resistant durability. Some buyers mention the hinge can loosen over heavy use but keep them for reliable performance."
Surgical shine
Angled head keeps hands out of reach during insect feeding
Surgical shine
Angled head keeps hands out of reach during insect feeding
Increased Safety & Security
Skill Development & Mastery
Time-Saving Convenience
Zoo Med Angled Stainless Steel Feeding Tongs are a market-leading choice thanks to their widely trusted angled tip that improves visibility and control when offering feeder insects; pros often prefer their consistent build quality and easy-to-clean stainless finish. While typically priced above entry-level brands, their long-standing distribution, professional adoption, and robust materials provide a lower total cost of ownership compared with cheaply made tongs that wear out faster.
Angled precision tip
Rustproof steel
Surgical shine
Angled head keeps hands out of reach during insect feeding
Stainless steel resists rust and is simple to sanitize
Angled precision tip
Rustproof steel
Surgical shine
Angled head keeps hands out of reach during insect feeding
Stainless steel resists rust and is simple to sanitize
$12-20 USD
Exo Terra Electrolyte & Vitamin D3 Supplement
Exo Terra Electrolyte & Vitamin D3 Supplement is best-in-class for targeted rehydration with added metabolic support, combining salts with vitamin D3 to aid calcium regulation during recovery or active supplementation. Technically it complements calcium-fortified gels (like Fluker’s Cricket Quencher) by supporting systemic uptake rather than just surface supplementation; financially it commands a premium but offers a concentrated, multi-purpose formula that can reduce the need for separate D3 products. Compared with Zoo Med’s conditioner it provides active nutritional benefit rather than just water treatment, making it a specialist addition to a hydration protocol.
Electrolyte recharge
D3 support
Electrolyte recharge
D3 support
Review Summary
"Exo Terra Electrolyte & Vitamin D3 supplement is reported to help with hydration and recovery after stress or shedding, and many users see good acceptance by reptiles. Some reviewers urge caution about D3 dosing and recommend using it under guidance rather than long-term daily use."
Sunshine sip
Supplement adds electrolytes and vitamin D3 to drinking water to support hydration and metabolism.
Sunshine sip
Supplement adds electrolytes and vitamin D3 to drinking water to support hydration and metabolism.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Exo Terra Electrolyte & Vitamin D3 Supplement is best-in-class for targeted rehydration with added metabolic support, combining salts with vitamin D3 to aid calcium regulation during recovery or active supplementation. Technically it complements calcium-fortified gels (like Fluker’s Cricket Quencher) by supporting systemic uptake rather than just surface supplementation; financially it commands a premium but offers a concentrated, multi-purpose formula that can reduce the need for separate D3 products. Compared with Zoo Med’s conditioner it provides active nutritional benefit rather than just water treatment, making it a specialist addition to a hydration protocol.
Electrolyte recharge
D3 support
Sunshine sip
Supplement adds electrolytes and vitamin D3 to drinking water to support hydration and metabolism.
Formulated to help restore fluids and support calcium utilization in reptiles.
Electrolyte recharge
D3 support
Sunshine sip
Supplement adds electrolytes and vitamin D3 to drinking water to support hydration and metabolism.
Formulated to help restore fluids and support calcium utilization in reptiles.
$10-20 USD
Reptile Feeders United States Live Dubia Roaches
Reptile Feeders the USA's live dubia roaches are a market leader for sustainably produced, high-survival live feeders in North America, prized for their low escape risk and long shelf life compared with crickets. Their technical advantage is robustness—dubias tolerate shipping and density better, reducing mortality and replacement costs versus more delicate live insects on this list. For reptile keepers seeking cost-effective, low-waste live prey that pairs well with supplemental products like Entomo's roasted insects or Next Millennium's powder, this brand offers strong overall value.
High energy
Low odor colony
High energy
Low odor colony
Review Summary
"Reptile Feeders USA Live Dubia Roaches receive strong marks for healthy, active roaches and reliable packing, with most reptile owners reporting good survival and feeding acceptance; a minority report occasional shipping delays or lower counts. Overall customers praise the vendor's consistency for ongoing feeding needs. "
Wiggle-approved
Locally cultured Dubia roaches bred for high survival rates and minimal escape risk.
Wiggle-approved
Locally cultured Dubia roaches bred for high survival rates and minimal escape risk.
Skill Development & Mastery
Increased Safety & Security
Reptile Feeders the USA's live dubia roaches are a market leader for sustainably produced, high-survival live feeders in North America, prized for their low escape risk and long shelf life compared with crickets. Their technical advantage is robustness—dubias tolerate shipping and density better, reducing mortality and replacement costs versus more delicate live insects on this list. For reptile keepers seeking cost-effective, low-waste live prey that pairs well with supplemental products like Entomo's roasted insects or Next Millennium's powder, this brand offers strong overall value.
High energy
Low odor colony
Wiggle-approved
Locally cultured Dubia roaches bred for high survival rates and minimal escape risk.
Nutrient-dense live feeder with a favorable fat-to-protein ratio for many reptiles.
High energy
Low odor colony
Wiggle-approved
Locally cultured Dubia roaches bred for high survival rates and minimal escape risk.
Nutrient-dense live feeder with a favorable fat-to-protein ratio for many reptiles.
$15-45 USD