What are the best bird feeders under $80?

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Best bird feeders under $80	Price	Weight	Dimensions
-- Brome 1024 Squirrel Buster Plus	76.77	3.7 pounds	6x6x28 inches
-- Woodlink Absolute II	75.33	9.8 lbs	11.25 x 16 x 13.5 inches
-- Desert Steel Bird Feeder	-	Varies	Varies

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Brome 1024 Squirrel Buster Plus

Top Pro

Squirrel proof

When a squirrel tries to get food out of the bird feeder all the seed ports close from the squirrels weight, restricting access to the seeds, but the moment the squirrel gets off the feeder the birds can eat again. On top of that, the materials used for the bird feeder are chew proof. See More

Top Con

Expensive

Costing around 80 dollars it’s on the expensive side of bird feeders. Also the three quart capacity means that you can put a lot of seeds in it and does cost quite a lot to refill. See More

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Weight:3.7 pounds

Dimensions:6x6x28 inches

Dishwasher safe:Yes

Materials used:Metal, chew proof plastic

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Easy to clean

The feeder can be easily taken apart and safely washed in a dishwasher. See More

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Not suited for small birds

Since small birds tend to eat together they will create a lot of weight all together so it can trip the anti-squirrel system preventing all of the smaller birds from eating. See More

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Keeps the seeds fresh longer

The feeder has a ventilation system that allows the warm air to rise and escape from the top, being replaced with cooler air at the bottom. In this way there’s no moist air trapped that can cause decay. See More

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Lifetime warranty

This bird feeder is covered by a limited lifetime warranty so if something goes wrong, Brome customer service will assist you and send replacement parts if needed. See More

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Cardinal friendly

A specially designed ring provides a comfortable perch for Cardinals. Cardinals won’t turn their heads to feed but the perch allows these birds to eat from the feeder while facing forward. See More

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Need to refill rarely

Thanks to the large capacity you don’t need to refill the feeder as often as other smaller alternatives. Depending on the region and how many birds are there, expect to refill it anywhere from each week to once a month. See More

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Woodlink Absolute II

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Needs to be filled up rarely

This feeder features one of the largest seed capacities in the market. You can fill it up with 12 pounds of seeds so you will need to fill it up very rarely. See More

Top Con

Squirrels can learn how to beat the system

While the bird feeder will hold off the vast majority of squirrels, there can be a few that can learn to balance on the perch in a way that it doesn't trigger the metal shield. See More

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Weight:9.8 lbs

Dimensions:11.25 x 16 x 13.5 inches

Dishwasher safe:No

Materials used:Powder coated steel

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Weight adjustable perches

You can set how sensitive the perch needs to be against weight. to prevent or allow large birds and squirrels accessing the food. See More

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Poor quality pole system

The included pole system feels flimsy and insecure especially considering the weight when the bird feeder is full. It's better to buy a sturdier flange and pole or just hang it with the included steel hanger. See More

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Can feed many birds at once

The large dimensions and high food capacity allows approximately 8 to 12 birds to eat simultaneously without the birds fighting each other for the space on the bird feeder. See More

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Little wasted seeds

The sloped floor helps seed flow toward the seed baffle that is designed in a way that minimizes seed spills saving you money in a long term. See More

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Squirrel proof design

The perches are designed in a way that if a squirrel steps on it, a metal tray immediately covers the seeds. See More

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Desert Steel Bird Feeder

Top Pro

Many designs to choose from

Desert steel makes 6 different form and color bird feeders allowing you to choose what suits you best. They all look very attractive and work as look like decorative objects in the garden . See More

Top Con

Aren't squirrel proof

Although some of the feeders are made to be squirrel proof, in reality, none of them are a challenge for squirrels as sooner or later they figure out how to get the seeds. See More

Specs

Weight:Varies

Dimensions:Varies

Dishwasher safe:No

Materials used:Powder coated metal

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Doesn't collect water

All of the feeder designs are equipped with a water drainage system so the seeds are not floating in water after the rain has stopped. See More

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Not all seeds will work

You have to check what seeds best suit the bird feeder, particularly for the coneflower design. If the seeds are too small,they will fall through the mesh, if they are too big birds will not be able to get them out. See More

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Weather resistant

The bird feeders are made of durable steel so they withstand all weather elements without the risk of rusting. See More

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What are the best bird feeders under $80?

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Brome 1024 Squirrel Buster Plus

My Recommendation for Brome 1024 Squirrel Buster Plus

My Recommendation for Brome 1024 Squirrel Buster Plus

Squirrel proof

Expensive

Easy to clean

Not suited for small birds

Keeps the seeds fresh longer

Lifetime warranty

Cardinal friendly

Need to refill rarely

Woodlink Absolute II

My Recommendation for Woodlink Absolute II

My Recommendation for Woodlink Absolute II

Needs to be filled up rarely

Squirrels can learn how to beat the system

Weight adjustable perches

Poor quality pole system

Can feed many birds at once

Little wasted seeds

Squirrel proof design

Desert Steel Bird Feeder

My Recommendation for Desert Steel Bird Feeder

My Recommendation for Desert Steel Bird Feeder

Many designs to choose from

Aren't squirrel proof

Doesn't collect water

Not all seeds will work

Weather resistant

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