10 Best Bluebird Feeders in 2024 – Reviews & Top Picks

Last Updated on Jan 03 2024

About 59 million people¹ put out bird feeders on their property. Bird feeders provide a connection to nature and a way to learn more about our feathered friends. It is especially rewarding if you can attract species like bluebirds. Three bluebird species live in North America: The Western, Mountain, and Eastern.

Sometimes, all you have to do is put out a feeder, and the birds find it. That’s particularly true of seed-eating species. Our guide includes tips on selecting the right products with detailed reviews to help you pick the best bird feeder for your area and the birds you’re trying to attract.

A Quick Comparison of Our Favorites in 2024

	Image	Product	Details
Best Overall		More Birds Abundance Bird Feeder	Attracts various birds Six feeding ports Easy to clean	CHECK PRICE
Best Value		C&S EZ Fill Suet Basket Wild Bird Feeder	Can offer multiple food types Not messy Inexpensive to fill	CHECK PRICE
Premium Choice		Droll Yankees Dorothy's Domed Bird Feeder	Well-made Good squirrel-resistance Decent capacity	CHECK PRICE
		More Birds Snacks'N'Treats Single Hanging Bird Feeder	Removable dish Easy to clean Excellent size for treats	CHECK PRICE
		More Birds Sedona Screen Bird Feeder	Good squirrel protection Easy to clean Weather-resistant materials	CHECK PRICE

The 10 Best Bluebird Feeders

1. More Birds Abundance Bird Feeder – Best Overall

The More Birds Abundance Bird Feeder is our pick for the best overall bluebird feeder. It has many features that allow you to adapt to your avian traffic. It has six ports, so several visitors can feed simultaneously. You can even modify the size to fit the species. The capacity is decent, too. It’s easy to clean and relatively lightweight. This feeder has something of a squirrel baffle on the top but nothing to protect the bottom.

This is a large feeder at nearly 14 inches tall. It holds an impressive 3.5 pounds of seed and has a good balance between capacity and safe storage.

2. C&S EZ Fill Suet Basket Wild Bird Feeder – Best Value

The C&S EZ Fill Suet Basket Wild Bird Feeder is our pick for the best bluebird feeder for the money. You can’t beat the price. We may have initially given it a pass since bluebirds are only occasional suet feeders. However, filling the cakes with mealworms and other enticing ingredients can attract bluebirds. Bird lovers often choose this type of feeder because it’s easy to fill and creates less mess.

The food choices bolster the advantage of this bird feeder. We suspect innovations, such as no-melt cakes, have played a significant role. The only downside is that squirrels love raiding them.

3. Droll Yankees Dorothy’s Domed Bird Feeder – Premium Choice

The Droll Yankees Dorothy’s Domed Bird Feeder is an excellent choice for varying the bluebirds’ diet. The feeder is large and stands 17 inches tall, which might make placement an issue in some cases. The tray is also big, with a 15.5-inch diameter to add a pound of birdseed, fruit, suet, or mealworms.

The feeder is expensive, especially when considering its capacity and size. Nevertheless, the dome-shaped design offers good protection against foraging squirrels and some larger bird species.

4. More Birds Snacks’N’Treats Single Hanging Bird Feeder

The More Birds Snacks’N’Treats Single Hanging Bird Feeder is an excellent option if you want something for mealworms or other treats that bluebirds enjoy. You can also put other things inside the dish, such as fruit or suet cakes. Keep in mind that it has an open design with nothing to keep the squirrels or other scavengers out of it. Messy eaters might deplete the food quickly.

We’d suggest using this feeder alongside others to offer a nutritionally complete diet. The design is attractive and unobtrusive, which many bird lovers appreciate.

5. More Birds Sedona Screen Bird Feeder

The More Birds Sedona Screen Bird Feeder is an excellent choice if you want to feed a blend of the bluebird’s favorite treat: peanut hearts. The wire mesh design with baffles does an excellent job keeping squirrels at bay. We also love the bright colors, which add something special to the aesthetic of your yard. The size is just right and holds up to 2.8 pounds of seed. It’s not too tall, either, and holds up well against the elements.

The manufacturer made this feeder with the user in mind. It’s easy to clean with warm, soapy water from the coated metal. This one is going to handle whatever Mother Nature throws its way.

6. Mosaic Birds Cuban Hanging Bird Bath & Feeder

The Mosaic Birds Cuban Hanging Bird Bath & Feeder is an excellent choice if you want a platform feeder with a larger food capacity. This feeder doubles as a water bowl or even a bath for smaller birds. It also comes in five color choices. The design with the metal arch over the bowl is perfect for deterring squirrels and providing a perch for songbirds. However, it doesn’t offer any protection against other interlopers.

This dual-purpose feeder has a large hook that makes it easy to put it in place or remove it for cleaning. Unfortunately, it also makes it simple for a squirrel or raccoon to lift it from its spot and risk breaking the delicate bowl made from recycled glass.

7. Wildlife Science Mealworms Bird Feeder

The Wildlife Sciences Mealworms Bird Feeder does just what it promises. The mesh bowl provides excellent circulation to keep food from spoiling. That also makes it easy to clean, which is good for the birds. The dome offers decent pest protection, but it’s not perfect for a determined squirrel. However, it does an excellent job of toeing the line with controlled accessibility.

It’s sturdy, but some users feel it doesn’t have the most attractive design. Nevertheless, the price is right for what you get.

8. PetFusion Tranquility Window Bird Feeder

The PetFusion Tranquility Window Bird Feeder offers an excellent way to view visitors up close for additional learning opportunities for children. In addition, you can use it to teach them how to properly take care of the feeder. Your cats will undoubtedly give it a paws-up, too. It’s made of plastic, which makes it easy to clean. However, it can also create a warm, humid environment that can encourage bacteria growth.

The other issue with these types of feeders involves their flight risk. You’re undoubtedly putting it on a picture window. That increases the chances of a collision. It’s hard enough for our feathered friends without increasing the peril.

9. Squirrel Buster Bird Feeder

The Squirrel Buster Bird Feeder is well constructed to make it harder for squirrels to open it. The mesh spacing will keep seeds accessible while preventing interlopers from stealing the food with its negative grip tube. The capacity and design make it so seed is readily available and remains fresh. Many customers enjoy the overall look, which we always like to see in these kinds of products.

Best of all, the feeder is dishwasher-safe and rust-resistant. That makes it one of the most owner-friendly feeders on the list.

10. Coveside Bluebird Feeder

The Coveside Bluebird Feeder looks attractive and won’t draw too much attention. It does a decent job of keeping out squirrels and starlings. You can also fill it from the top, which makes the chore of refilling it even easier. It’s bluebird-friendly and is perfect for offering different food types.

The Coveside feeder is not as user-friendly as other feeders on the market. The wooded design makes it look like a birdhouse, but it also makes it harder to clean. It’s also not weather-proof and might have to be replaced frequently.

Buyer’s Guide – How to Choose the Best Bluebird Feeder

A bird feeder seems like it would be an easy thing to buy. However, you have to really consider your feathered visitors and provide them a reliable food source. Undoubtedly the popularity of feeding birds has fueled the diversification in the market. It was worth an estimated $2.2 billion.

Bear in mind that while you want to feed bluebirds, you’re going to attract other visitors as well—both welcome and unwanted. European Starlings and squirrels typically top the list. That’s why it’s essential to give some thought to your purchase. Some factors to consider include:

Type of Feeder

The type of feeder dictates the kind of food you can offer. It’s also your first line of defense against unwelcome visitors. You’ll notice that the design suits specific foods better than others. For example, tube feeders can hold a variety of foodstuffs. Platform feeders are the most versatile of the group. You can fill it with a broad spectrum of seeds and nuts.

You’ll also see specialized products, such as hummingbird feeders to hold nectar and suet feeders for, well, suet. The shape and style can only provide certain foods while minimizing waste and theft. Since bluebirds are ground feeders, they’ll do well with platform or hopper types. Other options include suet feeders and hanging products. Here are the most popular types of bird feeders:

Material

Ease of cleaning and durability often rely on the types of materials used to make the feeder. Remember that the feeder is exposed to the elements. It doesn’t make sense to hang something that won’t handle wind or precipitation. Likewise, cleanup should be easy for the birds’ sake. Popular material choices include:

Non-porous and rust-resistant materials, such as plastic and aluminum, are durable and affordable. Plastic can scratch, which can make cleaning problematic. Glass solves this issue, but with a glaring disadvantage. Wood bird feeders are pretty popular and attractive. Cedar is somewhat insect-resistant, but the construction and types of wood used are crucial for a product’s longevity.

Nylon is often used in tube feeders that contain smaller seeds. It can take a lot of abuse. However, it’s not squirrel resistant. Wire mesh combines several desirable features like limiting access to larger birds and squirrels. It provides welcome circulation to prevent mold. These feeders are usually easy to clean, too.

Squirrel Resistance

Squirrels can empty a full bird feeder in no time, so you have to find a way to limit their access to food. Fortunately, you can buy a squirrel baffle, which is essentially a turned-over bowl that you can attach to the bottom. You can also place one on top of the feeder, making it so squirrels have a much harder time getting to the bird food. If the feeder has one built-in, even better.

Capacity

Capacity is the proverbial double-edged sword. It’s good if it means you don’t have to refill the feeder every day. You can rest assured the birds are well-fed. On the downside, the more seeds in the feeder, the greater the risk of mold and bacteria development. Of course, a lot depends on the avian traffic to your backyard. An active feeder could negate this disadvantage.

You must also consider where you’re going to put your feeder. Filling one to capacity with 10 pounds of seed might be pushing it in some locations. We think that 2 pounds, or even 1 pound, is plenty to ensure a healthy turnover of food.

Food

We touched on the fact that some feeders are made only for specific foods. That’s helpful if you’re offering birds something different, such as suet or fruit. However, putting a blend of seeds, nuts, and fruits is the best way to attract a variety of birds to make your experience more rewarding. That makes platform, hopper, and tube feeders that can accommodate these blends an ideal choice.

If you know anything about bluebirds, you realize they have a fondness for mealworms. However, it’s essential to opt for a variety of foods. Feeders that you can add mealworms to are the perfect compromise. Fortunately, you’ll find many foods geared toward omnivores, with many seed blends that include mealworms.

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Conclusion

After going through our reviews, the More Birds Abundance Bird Feeder came out on top as the overall best bird feeder. We think it provides a healthier way to encourage bluebirds to come to your feeder while offering a quality diet.

The C&S EZ Fill Suet Basket Wild Bird Feeder is an excellent choice if you don’t want to deal with the bother of offering seeds. It’s cleaner and easier to use, and the availability of cakes with mealworms makes it a no-brainer for attracting bluebirds to your yard. Regardless of which feeder you choose, offering a variety of a bluebird’s favorite treats is the best way to attract them to your yard.

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