How Much Does a Bee Suit Cost? A Price Guide for Beekeepers & Pest Pros
Posted by Andrew Greess on Feb 7, 2022
Short answer: A good-quality full bee suit typically costs about $50 to $150. A bee jacket costs less, and ventilated suits and complete kits with gloves and veil cost more. At QSpray, our hooded bee suit starts at $52.99 and comes with free leather gloves.
The right price for you depends on what you're doing with bees: occasional hive checks, full-time beekeeping, or removing stinging insect nests as a pest control professional. Here's what drives the cost and what you get at each level.
Bee Suit Types and What They Cost
| Type | Coverage | Relative Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bee jacket with hood | Upper body, head, and face | $ | Quick hive checks, gentle colonies, hot weather |
| Full hooded bee suit | Full body | $$ | Most beekeepers and pest pros; nest removal |
| Vented bee suit | Full body, ventilated fabric | $$$ | Hot climates like Arizona, long jobs in the sun |
| Deluxe complete bee suit | Full body, complete kit | $$$ | Professionals who want everything in one purchase |
What Affects the Cost of a Bee Suit
Material. Professional bee suits are usually a cotton and polyester blend. Cotton keeps the suit breathable during long wear, and polyester adds durability and sting resistance. Very cheap suits often use thinner fabric that stingers can get through, especially where the suit pulls tight across your back or knees.
Ventilation. Vented suits use layered mesh fabric that lets air through while keeping stingers out. They cost more, but in desert heat they can be the difference between finishing a job and quitting halfway through.
Size. Bee suits are worn over your regular clothes, so you'll usually size up. Larger sizes use more material and often cost more. Our hooded suits run from M to 6XL, and XL and up are priced slightly higher. See how to select the proper size bee suit.
Veil and hood. A zippered, removable mesh hood gives clear vision and is easy to clean or replace. Look for a fabric flap covering the end of the zipper, which is a common weak spot.
What's included. Gloves, veils, and sleeves add up if you buy them separately. Every QSpray bee suit and jacket comes with free cowhide leather bee gloves.
Is a Cheap Bee Suit Worth It?
A sting through a thin suit is painful, and for anyone with an allergy, it's dangerous. Saving $20 on a suit isn't worth it if the fabric lets