Top 10 Bird Feeders for Outdoors
for December 2023

The Nature's Hangout window bird feeder is a great gift for any bird lover. Birds of all shapes and sizes love eating from this window bird feeder, and it's fun to watch them eat from the comfort of your kitchen window. The Nature's Hangout bird feeder also has a smart drainage system that helps keep the seeds fresh and dry, and the large tray holds up to 4 cups of bird seed, so you don't need to refill it as often. The window bird feeder is also made of durable acrylic, so it's both shatterproof and weather resistant. Plus, the bird feeder's smart drainage holes are designed to prevent water from becoming stagnant, so the bird feeder stays fresh and clean.

The Bird Feeders Solar Bird Feeder for Outdoors Hanging,Metal Wild Bird Feeder for Cardinals Solar Garden Lantern with S Hook (2LBs Heavy Duty Weather Resistance birdfeeders) is an easy-to-use solar feeder that doesn't require any wiring (though the solar panel and battery do need to be replaced every 2 years). The Bird Feeders Solar Bird Feeder for Outdoors Hanging,Metal Wild Bird Feeder for Cardinals Solar Garden Lantern with S Hook (2LBs Heavy Duty Weather Resistance birdfeeders) is an easy-to-use solar feeder that doesn't require any wiring (though the solar panel and battery do need to be replaced every 2 years). The 2-pound weight and sturdy construction make it a good feeder for Cardinals, but it is a little small for most other birds, so stick to seed mixtures designed for small birds. The solar panel is angled toward the ground, so it's best to hang the feeder near a tree or on a wall (if it's not shaded). The feeder is easy to set up, and it's easy to clean (just rinse with water). The feeder is a little pricey, but it will provide birds with a reliable source of food for years to come.

The Kaytee Feeder Station for Suet Wild Bird Feeder is designed to make filling feeders easy and efficient. This feeder station includes a metal hang 'n fill feeder, a big 12-ounce suet cup, and a garden stake. The feeder station's Hang 'n Fill feeder is sturdy and can hold up to 12 ounces of suet or seed. The feeder's large opening makes it easy to fill the feeder and clean it out. The hang 'n fill feeder's metal base prevents rust from forming on the feeder's base. The Kaytee Feeder Station for Suet Wild Bird Feeder also includes a 12-ounce suet cup for feeding birds. The suet cup attaches to the hang 'n fill feeder, so you don't need to refill the suet cup every time you empty the hang 'n fill feeder. The suet cup's base is wider than the hang 'n fill feeder's base, so you'll need to make sure the suet cup's base isn't blocked by the hang 'n fill feeder or suet feeder station when filling the feeders. The Kaytee Feeder Station for Suet Wild Bird Feeder also includes a large garden stake to hold your hang 'n fill feeder or suet feeder station upright. The stake keeps the hang 'n fill feeder and suet cup upright, so the birds can eat without being tangled up in the feeder. The Kaytee Feeder Station for Suet Wild Bird Feeder is easy to set up. The hang 'n fill feeder and suet cup each have metal loops that are easy for the hang 'n fill feeder's metal arms to grasp, and the suet cup's metal base can be easily attached to the hang 'n fill feeder. The Kaytee Feeder Station for Suet Wild Bird Feeder is convenient and easy to set up.

The Rtyu Window Bird Feeder is a pricey, but this super-functional, sturdy feeder is the best combination of features, build quality, and ease of use that we've seen. It has a large, sturdy base that keeps it steady even on windy days, and it has a strong suction cup base that attaches easily to glass. The feeder is weatherproof, and the roof and sidewalls help prevent moisture and squirrels from getting into it. The removable sliding tray makes it easy to refill without removing the entire feeder, and the tray has a drainage hole to keep mold and insects from causing problems. The feeder is large enough to hold enough seed for quite a few days, and it has a hanger so you can easily hang it from a window. The feeder has a clear roof so you can watch the birds and their food, and it has a perch for bathing birds. The feeder is made from durable ABS and is easy to clean. Overall, the Rtyu Window Bird Feeder is a sturdy, well-made feeder that performs well and is easy to install.

The GrayBunny Grand Bird Feeding Station is a sturdy, attractive, well-made unit that offers plenty of accessories for feeding a variety of wild birds. The feeder station comes with a full 3-year warranty (which covers both parts and labor), and GrayBunny offers a lifetime replacement policy, so if any parts break or wear out, the company will replace them for free. The feeder station features 11 different accessories, including 3 different types of feeders, a birdbath, a suet feeder and a bird swing. Our testers found that the tube feeder was the most effective at attracting small birds like finches, chickadees, titmice and juncos, and the nyjer feeder was very effective for larger birds like cardinals, juncos, doves, robins and jays. The suet feeder and bird bath attracted lots of woodpeckers, nuthatches, parrots, wrens and starlings, and the swing was popular with both our testers and wild birds. The pole included with this feeder station is fairly sturdy, but GrayBunny sells an even stronger pole for an additional fee. The feeder station's biggest downside is that its accessories are mounted in a somewhat haphazard, uneven fashion, so it's fairly easy to accidentally knock over hung feeders or knock over hanging suet feeders. Also, the pole has a somewhat noisy ratcheting mechanism, and this feeder station is not as sturdy as our previous pick, the Eco Outdoor Products Nature's Way Bird Feeder Station. However, the GrayBunny Grand Bird Feeding Station is 22 inches wide, and it's roughly 10 inches taller, so it's better suited for homes with taller, 6-foot fences.

The Petimal 2-in-1 Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder for Outside Metal Hanging Large Wild Bird Seed Feeder with Stand for Safflower Sunflower Mixed Seed is a well-made, sturdy feeder that offers lots of features at a great value. Its big, arc-shaped base provides plenty of support for larger birds, and its two feeding stations hold plenty of seed for mixed-species feeding. The shell is made of solid metal, and a layer of waterproof paint will be applied to its surface to prevent rust, which will extend its life. The feeder is easy to clean, and it has a perch for birds to stand. We found that the feeder was suitable for most types of seed and seed mixes, blends, mealworms, sunflower seeds, and suet, and birds of all types liked it, including finches, nuthatches, titmice, and others. The Petimal 2-in-1 Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder for Outside Metal Hanging Large Wild Bird Seed Feeder with Stand for Safflower Sunflower Mixed Seed is a well-made, sturdy feeder that offers lots of features at a great value.

This hummingbird feeder is an attractive, functional addition to any home. It hangs easily from a standard wall hook, and its metal hanger reliably holds it in place. The feeder's large butterfly-shaped base makes it very stable, and its size makes it easy to fill. The nectar chamber is wide, allowing hummingbirds to sip and hover without spilling or flying away. The Nectar Guard's ant moat surrounds the nectar chamber, preventing ants from reaching it. The moat is deep enough to prevent ants from climbing the feeder, but shallow enough to allow nectar to evaporate. The nectar guard also comes with a brush, which helps remove any lingering ants that infiltrate the nectar chamber. The brush is sturdy, but isn't as deep as the moat, so it doesn't do a great job of cleaning the nectar chamber. The brush isn't necessary for hummingbird-attracting nectar, though, as hummingbirds will drink from flowers without cleaning them first. The nectar guard also makes it easy to refill the nectar chamber. The two halves of the nectar guard can be separated, and the nectar chamber can be removed. The nectar guard comes with two Nectar Guard cups, two Nectar Guard feeders, two Nectar Guard brushes, and two Nectar Guard ant moats. The Nectar Guard's ant moats work best if used together, and the Nectar Guard cups and brushes both fulfill the same function, so it's worth getting both. The Nectar Guard's ant moats are shallow, so they don't prevent ants from reaching the nectar chamber. But they do help keep ants out of the nectar chamber. The Nectar Guard's brush does a decent job at cleaning out the nectar chamber, though it's shallow, so it doesn't do a great job of cleaning the nectar chamber. The Nectar Guard provides an attractive and functional home for any hummingbird that visits your garden.

When it comes to feeding wild birds, one of the biggest mistakes you can make is feeding them on the ground. Birds need the ground to forage for food, and by feeding them on the ground, you're more likely to attract unhealthy insects that can transmit disease and harm the birds themselves. The Seed Buster is designed to hang your bird feeder from a tree branch or other structure, allowing you to feed the birds without attracting insects, termites, and other pests. The Seed Catcher Tray is designed to be used with a 1-inch straight-drilled pole, and it comes with two hooks that attach to the tube of the pole. The Seed Catcher Tray has a square opening that fits over the pole, allowing you to feed the birds. The tray is made of plastic, and it features a black coating that reduces glare, so the birds won't spook when feeding. The Seed Catcher Tray's design also makes it easy to clean, and it's UV resistant, so it won't break down from exposure to the sun. The Seed Catcher Tray is designed to reduce the mess on the ground, which allows it to help reduce the number of wild birds that become sick from eating unhealthy insects.

The Bloem Promo Bird Bath with Pedestal is a well-built, attractive, and easy-to-clean bird bath. The basin is secured to the pedestal with three hidden all weather screws (included), and the water in the basin is deep enough that the birds can dip their beaks in and splashes are limited. The white finish is fade-resistant, and the bird bath is easy to clean. The basin is 25 inches long by 17 inches wide, and it's 12 inches deep. The basin is 12 inches in diameter, and there's a water capacity of 1.6 gallons. The basin is large enough that multiple birds can bathe at the same time, and the water stays cool even in the summer heat. The basin is elevated on a pedestal, so the water stays level. The pedestal's three (3) all weather screws are hidden, so the birds don't know that there's a pedestal beneath them, and the water stays clean. The pedestal can be filled with sand or with water for added stability. The basin only weighs 13 pounds, so it's easy to move. The Bloem Promo Bird Bath with Pedestal is an attractive, well-made, and easy-to-clean bird bath.

The heated birdbath bowl not only looks beautiful, but it also provides birds with enough water to drink and take bath. The thermostatically controlled element keeps the water at a constant temperature, which prevents it from freezing even during the coldest days. The heater also has 3 different but easy installation modes, and the top three mounting options make it easy to install the bird bath. We could not easily install the birdbath bowl on a deck, but the other two options were perfect. The 4 brackets made it easy to install the birdbath on the ground. The adjustable clamp also made it easy to install the birdbath on a deck. The bird bath bowl also came with brackets and a mounting kit, which made installation a breeze. The heated birdbath bowl is sturdy and is weather resistant, so it should be sturdy enough to withstand strong winds and snow. The bottom of the birdbath bowl is flat, so water won't roll off and onto the floor, and the heating element is enclosed and sealed for security. The birdbath bowl comes with a 1-year warranty. The bowl and heating element are detachable, so it's easy to clean. The birdbath bowl is 13.4'' in diameter, 4.5'' deep and 3.9'' tall. The heated birdbath bowl comes with a 75W heating element, which kept our birdbath bowl warm enough for birds to drink and bath for 4 hours. The heater is energy-efficient, so the birdbath bowl should only cost $0.25 per hour to operate.