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Squirrel Buster Standard Squirrel-proof Bird Feeder w/4 Metal Perches, 1.3-pound Seed Capacity, garden green

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Brand Brome
Target Species Cardinal
Material Plastic
Special Feature Squirrel Proof

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  • COMPACT DESIGN FOR TAILORED BIRD FEEDING
  • TRULY SQUIRREL-PROOF: Openings in the shroud align with the feeding ports, providing birds access to the food. When a squirrel climbs onto the feeder, its weight automatically forces the shroud down, closing access to the ports. Squirrels and some large birds are foiled but not harmed in any way
  • PAYS FOR ITSELF IN SAVED SEED: Squirrels can no longer steal your wild bird seed. Over a short period of time this adds up to substantial savings that will pay for the purchase of your feeder
  • RECOMMENDED BIRD FOOD: Black oil sunflower or/and safflower seeds
  • LIFETIME CARE: This is how we support you and our planet. Should you need a part covered under our warranty, we will provide it for free to extend the life of our products, and shipping is on us. The future of the planet must be linked to the vision of products made to last. Please call us for advice or help, a real person will be happy to answer
  • FOR BOTH PERCHING & CLINGING BIRDS: The seed ports have perches for perching birds and the wire shroud provides a surface area for clinging birds. This increases your bird traffic
  • WEIGHT ADJUSTABLE: Patented weight adjustable spring mechanism controls how much weight the shroud will support allowing the birds to feed. Any additional weight will activate the closing mechanism

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TRULY SQUIRREL-PROOF FEEDERS BUILT TO LAST!

Disposable products are no longer an option. All of our products are designed with our planet in mind: all parts are easily replaceable. The future of new products, manufacturing and the preservation of our planet must be linked to a vision of products made to last.

1057 squirrel

1057 cleaning
CLEANING YOUR FEEDER

  • Frequency of cleaning varies according to climate.
  • Heavy bird traffic can increase the frequency of cleaning
  • Washing by Hand. Wear Gloves!
  • Dismantle and discard any accumulation of wild bird food.
  • Wash by hand in warm soapy water and/or in 1/10 bleach solution.
  • Make sure all components are completely dry before assembling.
  • Warning: Bird droppings contain contaminants. Avoid skin contact.

HOW IT WORKS

Openings in the shroud align with the feeding ports, providing birds access to the food. When a squirrel climbs onto the feeder, its weight automatically forces the shroud down, closing access to the ports. Squirrels and some large birds are foiled but not harmed in any way.

  • REMOVABLE PERCHES
  • FOR BOTH PERCHING AND CLINGING BIRDS
  • WEIGHT-ADJUSTABLE SPRING MECHANISM
need for clearance

THE NEED FOR CLEARANCE

Remember it’s a squirrel’s weight that triggers the closing mechanism. If a squirrel can reach over from a nearby foothold and avoid placing its weight on the feeder, it can access the birdseed. To overcome this problem, allow for at least 18 in/47 cm of clearance around the feeder. This will force the squirrel to climb onto the feeder and trigger the closing mechanism.

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LIFETIME CARE

BROME CARE

Should you need a part covered under our Brome Care, we will happily provide it to extend the life of our products.

No tools

NO TOOLS REQUIRED

All our bird feeders are designed to be dismantled by hand into individual components without the use of tools. This allows for easy cleaning and maintenance.

SEED VENTILATION

SEED VENTILATION SYSTEM

Our patented seed ventilation system is another standout feature. It allows hot, humid air to escape and keeps the seed fresh for longer periods, attracting more birds and enhancing their feeding experience.

PLACING FEEDER

WHERE TO PLACE YOUR FEEDER

Position your feeder wherever you like to get great close-up views of your favorite birds. Hang it over a window, in a tree, on a deck, from a fence, in your garden, on the side of your house, from a rain trough or over sliding doors. Use brackets, extension hooks, tree hooks AND our pole systems to hang your feeder at the 18-inch (47 cm) recommended clearance.

Product information

Brand Brome
Target Species Cardinal
Recommended Uses For Product Seed
Material Plastic
Special Feature Squirrel Proof
Mounting Type Hanging Mount
Product Dimensions 5"L x 5"W x 13.25"H
Power Source manual
Included Components Manual
Capacity 1.3 Pounds
Theme Birds & Bugs
Color garden green
Item Weight 1.6 Pounds
Global Trade Identification Number 00628209010578
UPC 628209010578
Manufacturer Brome Bird Care
Item Weight 1.6 pounds
Department Racks/Futons
ASIN B00ABGSX4S
Country of Origin USA
Item model number 1057-V01
Customer Reviews
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It is easy to clean and to fill. It is weight adjustable to exclude larger birds, and no tools are required to assemble it. Holds 3/4 quarts of seed.

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Squirrel-proof bird feeder holds up to 3/4 quarts (1.3 pounds) of bird seed. view larger Small birds can access the seed, but the weight of a squirrel will close the seed port. view larger Attracts a wide variety of clinging and perching birds. view larger Seed ventilation system helps keep birdseed fresh. view larger

Brome 1057 Squirrel Buster Standard Wild Bird Feeder

Equipped with patented Squirrel Buster technology, this Brome 1057 Squirrel Buster Standard bird feeder offers an innovative design that attracts birds while keeping squirrels at bay. The bird feeder holds up to 3/4 quarts of bird seed, whether it's Black Oil sunflower seed (a good all-round birdseed) or other seed blends specific to your area.

A welcome choice for bird lovers, the squirrel-proof bird feeder attracts a wide variety of clinging and perching birds including American Gold Finches, Chickadees, Hairy Woodpeckers, Cardinals, Indigo Buntings, Rose-Breasted Grosbeaks, White-Breasted Nuthatches, and Purple Finches.

Seed Saver Technology

Openings in the bottom section of the metal mesh shroud align with the seed tray, providing birds access to the food. When a squirrel climbs onto the feeder, its weight automatically forces the shroud down, closing access to the seed. Squirrels and some large birds are blocked from accessing the seed, but are not harmed in any way.

Negative Grip Tube

Even more, the feeder includes a negative grip tube, which prevents squirrels from grabbing the wire hanger with their hind legs, hanging down alongside the feeder, and defeating the closing mechanism.

Seed Ventilation System

Traditional transparent seed tube designs trap solar energy and block the escape of hot, moist air. The seed ventilation system lets hot and humid air escape through vents at the top
of the feeder as fresh air enters the seed ports and openings on the bottom of the seed tube. Birdseed remains fresher and attracts more birds.

The Lasting Beauty of RoxResin Components

Remarkable RoxResin is waterproof, rust proof, dishwasher-safe, and UV stabilized. Because the color is blended into the material itself, RoxResin components show little sign of wear and tear, even after prolonged and repeated exposure to the elements or marauding squirrels.

Place the Feeder Almost Anywhere

Place your feeder just about anywhere--no more worrying about those pesky squirrels. Position the feeder by your deck, in a nearby tree, or over a favorite window for those great close-up views. The bird feeder hangs easily with the use of wall brackets, branch hooks, or extension hooks.

Be sure to allow for at least 16 inches (40 cm) of clearance around the feeder. This clearance will prevent a squirrel from reaching over from a nearby foothold to access the seed without placing its weight on the feeder. Forcing the squirrel to climb all the way onto the feeder triggers the closing mechanism, preventing access.


Additional Highlights
  • Detachable Component System for easy cleaning, filling, and servicing
  • Dishwasher-safe for total sanitizing
  • Stainless-steel perches and hanger
  • UV stabilized components

Squirrel Buster Wild Bird Feeders


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Squirrel Buster Peanut Plus
Model 1024 1015 1057 1016 1052 Capacity 3 quarts 1.5 quarts 3/4 quart 1.5 quarts 3/4 quart of peanuts or nuggets Squirrel Proof Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Chew Proof Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Seed Saver Technology Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Weight Adjustable for Selective Feeding Yes - Yes - Yes Seed Ventilation System Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Detachable Component System Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Easy to Clean Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes UV Stabilized Components Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes RoxResin Components Yes - Yes - Yes Unlimited Customer Care Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

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Customers find the bird feeder effective at keeping squirrels away and appreciate its heavy-duty construction that withstands falls. Moreover, the design receives positive feedback, with one customer noting it's a beautiful addition to their garden, and they consider it well worth the purchase for saving birdseed. However, customers disagree on how easy it is to refill. Additionally, the size receives mixed reviews, with several customers finding it too small for their needs.

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2,435 customers mention "Squirrel protection"1,810 positive625 negative

Customers report that the bird feeder effectively keeps squirrels away, preventing them from eating the seeds.

"This is the best "squirrel-proof" feeder I have owned. It is well designed and is heavy duty construction...." Read more

"...This feeder does keep the squirrels out but the rate of spillage is such that it almost doesn't matter...." Read more

"...-proof feeder needs to fulfill a lot of criteria: (1) Squirrels can't destroy it by chewing. (2) They can't open it. (3) They can't get to the seeds...." Read more

"...After 18 days these feeders have successfully resisted their attempts to reach the bird seed...." Read more

1,487 customers mention "Bird feeder"1,434 positive53 negative

Customers report that birds love this feeder, with one mentioning they can watch various species feeding daily, while another notes it successfully accommodates different types of birds.

"...the bird feeders are easy to clean, easy to fill, and the birds seem to like them a lot...." Read more

"...1- The shroud works as advertised. The feeder can handle several birds at once without closing, but even the smallest squirrel in our yard..." Read more

"The birds are loving that the squirrels are not eating their seeds. Works great." Read more

"...The birds love these feeders and the squirrels, after a minor attempt quickly give up. Definitely solved the issue of squirrels for us...." Read more

929 customers mention "Works well"848 positive81 negative

Customers find that the bird feeder works well, particularly noting that the Squirrel Buster mechanism is effective.

"...ORIGINAL REVIEW 2018: This feeder works as intended. The ports close under a squirrel's weight...." Read more

"...5- The feeding perches are small but functional. I was surprised to see that even cardinals have no problems perching on these in order to feed...." Read more

"The birds are loving that the squirrels are not eating their seeds. Works great." Read more

"I bought this in August 2024. It worked really well for few months and the squrrils can't get to them at all...." Read more

786 customers mention "Build quality"766 positive20 negative

Customers praise the bird feeder's heavy-duty construction and durability, noting that the seed lasts as long as it should, with one customer mentioning it survived being knocked to the ground.

"...It is well designed and is heavy duty construction. Squirrels have not been able to make any progress...." Read more

"...The Squirrel Buster Standard appears well designed and constructed of high quality materials. The fit and finish are excellent...." Read more

"...from two stars to four stars because this feeder has lasted for five and a half years, longer than any previous feeder I had...." Read more

"...The seed is lasting as long as it should (ie, a week or more instead of a couple of hours) and the birds are enjoying them, which was the intention..." Read more

654 customers mention "Value for money"514 positive140 negative

Customers find the bird feeder to be a great value, appreciating that it saves them money on bird seed.

"...are on the more expensive side, but the engineering and quality of parts are so worth it...." Read more

"This thing is great...." Read more

"...it per the directions, filled with food, and now my birds can eat the more expensive food because the squirrels aren't stealing it all...." Read more

"...Great value, great performance. Five stars!" Read more

406 customers mention "Design"367 positive39 negative

Customers appreciate the bird feeder's design, describing it as thoughtfully engineered and clever, with one customer noting it's worth the effort.

"This is the best "squirrel-proof" feeder I have owned. It is well designed and is heavy duty construction...." Read more

"...A friend pointed me to the Brome Squirrel Buster Pro. It looked good but was quite a bit more than I wanted to spend on yet another "squirrel..." Read more

"...While that was very visually satisfying (and drove our indoor cats nuts as they have several window perches), the spilled and discarded seed/husks..." Read more

"...The Brome 1057 is very well designed and well made. I've had it for three days and the birds are very happy...." Read more

493 customers mention "Ease of filling"341 positive152 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about refilling the bird feeder, with some finding it easy to fill and hang, while others report it's not easy to fill.

"...All of the bird feeders are easy to clean, easy to fill, and the birds seem to like them a lot...." Read more

"This bird feeder is easy to set up, fill and refill. It is a nice size for smaller birds , but not larger...." Read more

"...it gives them less to hang on to, but it is going to mean filling the feeder more often. I'm coming to this from a huge feeder...." Read more

"...It is easy to fill the feeder. Just remove the metal hook, slide off the protective cage and fill the food tube...." Read more

479 customers mention "Size"115 positive364 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the feeder's size, with some finding it average while others consider it too small for the number of birds it can accommodate.

"...My only little quibble is that the feeder is quite small. I used a 12 oz. glass to fill it and was able to fit just two glasses of seed into it...." Read more

"...The plus feeder is pretty large, but considering the birds will empty it in a couple of days we appreciate the extra capacity...." Read more

"...5- The feeding perches are small but functional. I was surprised to see that even cardinals have no problems perching on these in order to feed...." Read more

"...It is a nice size for smaller birds , but not larger. The picture shows a cardinal at the feeder...." Read more

The Squirrels are Beat!! Recommend This feeder!
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The Squirrels are Beat!! Recommend This feeder!
We have perhaps a dozen squirrels in our back yard who have a field day with the feeders. Recently we installed a feeder on a shepherd hook on our deck railing, found on Amazon, near a window so our kitty can watch the birds. But the squirrels figured out a way to get to it. I found this feeder on Amazon, brought it and it Works! Watched several squirrels as they try but failed, none so far got to the food. Even had one hanging off the wire dangling until they lost grip. It is easy to fill the feeder. Just remove the metal hook, slide off the protective cage and fill the food tube. The cage springs downward when too much weight is applied. Larger birds can not grip the metal perches well, saw two Blue Jays try. It's fine as the bigger birds just hogs up the food and enough falls on the ground for them. I like the warranty that they will replace any part without charge. It's is all metal with a green smooth paint coating. I would highly recommend this bird feeder!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2025
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    This is the best "squirrel-proof" feeder I have owned. It is well designed and is heavy duty construction. Squirrels have not been able to make any progress. The only fault is that it is small capacity- probably less than 25% of my previous feeder (which the squirrels out-smarted/destroyed). Small capacity is my bad for not ordering a larger available size.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2016
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    I have almost a dozen squirrels that used to regularly come and raid my bird feeder. I've seen eight in the yard at the same time. They're even coming from across the street. It used to be there were just one or two and I didn't mind providing bird seed for them, but with this many they monopolize the feeder and the birds don't even get a chance. I tried various ways of coating the seed with capsaicin, which was said to deter the squirrels. It barely even slowed them down. I bought a slingshot and started shooting dried peas at them. I even hit them a few times. They'd just run to the back of the yard, out of range, as soon as I opened the door, but unless I wanted to chase them they'd just wait down there until I went back in the house and they'd be right back at the feeder.

    A friend pointed me to the Brome Squirrel Buster Pro. It looked good but was quite a bit more than I wanted to spend on yet another "squirrel proof" feeder. The Squirrel Buster Standard seemed a good way to try out the basic design without spending a load of money.

    The Squirrel Buster Standard appears well designed and constructed of high quality materials. The fit and finish are excellent. Taking it apart to fill it with seed is simple and so is reassembly. What's not obvious in all the pictures is inherent to the design is a stiff metal hanger that's almost as long as the body of the feeder. Be aware of this when planning on a good location for it.

    So far, it's working exactly as advertised. The feeder is hanging from a shepherd's hook. I had to put the hook in the ground at an angle to keep the feeder far enough away from the shaft that the squirrels couldn't reach over, but it seems sufficiently stable. The squirrels have tried attacking from below, from above, and from the side. They can't reach it from the side and attacks from below or above shut the seed ports so they can't get to the seed.

    My only little quibble is that the feeder is quite small. I used a 12 oz. glass to fill it and was able to fit just two glasses of seed into it. That makes the capacity exactly as they say, 3/4 quart, or 24 fl. oz. The small size is a plus as far as the squirrels go since it gives them less to hang on to, but it is going to mean filling the feeder more often. I'm coming to this from a huge feeder. Even with a dozen squirrels feasting daily I still only had to fill it every other week. With a lot of bird activity I'm figuring I'll have to fill this one every two or three days. Still, that's a price I'm willing to pay if it keeps the tree rats from pilfering the seed.

    I've attached a short video of squirrels trying to attack the Squirrel Buster Standard. Mostly it's failed approaches but about halfway through one gets a good grasp and you can clearly see the ports close and his failure at gaining access to the seed.

    UPDATE: I've had the feeder for about six weeks now. The squirrels have pretty much given up on attacking it. About once a week one will have a go at it, fail miserably, and then return to feeding from what has fallen to the ground. The lack of an easily-accessible squirrel smorgasbord has greatly reduced the number of squirrels frequenting my backyard.

    The small size of the feeder has proved to be a bit of an issue. If I don't top it off every day I run the risk of it being emptied on the second day. The weather has been quite mild so this hasn't been a huge deal, but I might be thinking otherwise if there was a couple feet of snow on the ground. I've also had a problem with the rather small opening at the bottom of the tube through which the seed passes before getting to the feed tray. The seed mix I bought has some pieces of dried fruit in it and the fruit has gotten stuck in the opening and blocked the flow of seed. It's really an issue of incompatibility of the seed I have with this feeder, not so much a problem with the feeder itself, but it's something of which buyers should be aware. With seed mix like this the feeder may appear full from a distance but no seed is getting to where the birds can get at it.

    All told I'm still very happy with this purchase. My only regret is that I didn't find this feeder sooner.

    FURTHER UPDATE: I was happy enough with this purchase that I decided to spring for the big brother, the Squirrel Buster Plus. That one is a lot larger, but also has smaller holes situated a little bit above the feeding tray. The birds have to poke their beaks in a ways to get at the seed and the smaller opening keeps inside the feeder most of the seed that would otherwise be scattered. This brings up a significant flaw with the Squirrel Buster Standard. The feeding ports are too big. The messy eaters scatter seed all over the place. I just put up the Standard next to the Plus that's been hanging up for a couple weeks. In about six hours the birds completely emptied the Standard, most of the seed ending up on the ground. The squirrels don't need to eat right from the feeder, they just sit underneath and graze on the spillage. I'm going to see what I can do about reducing the size of the openings but I'm not hopeful. This feeder does keep the squirrels out but the rate of spillage is such that it almost doesn't matter. The feeder empties just as fast as if the squirrels could eat from it.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2019
    Style: Bird FeederVerified Purchase
    We purchased a cheap bird feeder years ago at a farm and home type store. I bought it to annoy my kid’s cats and placed it in front of the window that they sit in front of. The birds would stop by on occasion and drive the cats crazy. My payback for all the times the cats thought I needed to get up at 3:00 in the morning. The feeder was constantly clogging with molded seed. We could only place a tiny amount in the feeder, otherwise it would mold and be a mess to clean up. We had the same feeder for years until one day the squirrels’ decided last winter that the feeder was theirs. They would sit on a snow pile next to the feeder and play King of the hill. Anything that came near the feeder would be ran off. While the squirrel’s did annoy the cats some, they still could not compare to the amount of havoc the birds would cause. Our cats are pure evil and only complete bird torture would do. I was going to have to find a way to get rid of the squirrels so the birds could return. I looked at many devices to keep the squirrels away, and ended up purchasing the Squirrel Buster Standard, I installed the new feeder as soon as it arrived. The squirrels tried for a couple of days to eat out of the new feeder and it was very entertaining to watch them try, but no matter what they did, the Standard model kept them out and they have not been back since.

    Happy with my purchase, what came next was totally unexpected. The birds started coming in flocks to the new feeder. Same exact location and same exact food as the other feeder, but the birds loved the new feeder. So much in fact that they emptied it the first day we set it out. The birds just kept on coming and soon we were having to fill it two or three times day. The Squirrel Buster feeders are on the more expensive side, but the engineering and quality of parts are so worth it. We got tired of filling the feeder several times a day and decided to purchase the Plus model with the Cardinal ring. The plus feeder is pretty large, but considering the birds will empty it in a couple of days we appreciate the extra capacity. The standard model could not keep up and I ended up having to buy the legacy model which is larger and holds a lot more seed. We still have the standard model, but place fruit and nut seed in it that is not eaten as fast. We now have four squirrel buster feeders and a bird airport in front of the house. At this point I almost feel sorry for the cats, They are a complete mess and are constantly begging us to go outside. I was also, not expecting the reduction in insects. We used to have constant spider webs in our windows and would be eaten alive at night sitting on the porch. I have only seen a couple of spiders this year and we can now sit on our porch in the evening and not be bothered by bugs.

    I would highly recommend the company and their products. All of the bird feeders are easy to clean, easy to fill, and the birds seem to like them a lot. Very happy with the brome products other than our birdseed bill is just crazy anymore. :)
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  • Brandon Tait
    5.0 out of 5 stars This is the one
    Reviewed in Canada on September 22, 2024
    Style: Bird FeederVerified Purchase
    I was about to give up on bird feeders as squirrels destroyed all of them. I decided to give it one last chance and got this feeder and finally!! It really is squirrel proof. I hung it crappily on a hook not following any of the spacing or suggestions for hanging and it still worked great. Now I just chill and watch the birds feast away. Easy to fill, legit, this is the first product review I've ever done I felt compelled because it's that good.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Looks about as squirrel-proof as its possible to get
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 19, 2021
    Style: Bird FeederVerified Purchase
    I've been fighting a losing battle to keep squirrels away from the bird seed in the feeders - the problem is that squirrels are quite bright and have found ways around the other so-called squirrel proof feeders I've tried. As far as I can see and after some weeks of use, this feeder really does keep the squirrels away - I can's see how they defeat the spring mechanism which lowers a barrier when they put their weight on the perches. The mechanism can apparently be fine-tuned to stop heavier birds from feeding too, though I don't have this problem. The feeder looks well-made (and so it should be for the price) and its straightforward to clean. All in all it's worth the money to me - song birds are feeding from it regularly and squirrels no longer even try to get the seed.
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    Style: Bird FeederVerified Purchase
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Well made, works well!
    Reviewed in Canada on November 21, 2021
    Style: Bird FeederVerified Purchase
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    Style: Bird FeederVerified Purchase
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