Woodlink

Woodlink Absolute II

Name: Woodlink Absolute II Squirrel Resistant Bird Feeder Model 7536, 12…
Brand: Woodlink
Price: 84 USD
Availability: InStock

Weight-adjustable hopper, big capacity.

79Bird

4.5· 1,805 Amazon ratings

$84.00

Price checked Oct 22, 2026

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Our verdict

HSReviewed by the BirdingPath team · Hilly Shore LabsUpdated Oct 22, 2026Price checked Oct 22, 2026

Synthesized from public specs and 1,537 buyer mentions. We research and analyze — we don't lab-test.

Get it if

High-traffic yards needing a huge 12 lb hopper with adjustable weight-activated ports on both sides.

Skip it if

Skip if you demand flawless squirrel defense, since resistance and durability get mixed feedback.

Defense mechanism

Weight-activated (adjustable)

Seed capacity

~12 lb (2 gallon)

Feeding ports

6 ports (both sides)

Material

Steel + polycarbonate

Buyers praise

Bird Attraction
Functionality
Sturdiness
Seed Capacity

Buyers flag

Squirrel Resistance
Durability

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RecommendedWoodlink Absolute II

4.5 Amazon· $84.00

RecommendedSquirrel Buster Mini

4.6 Amazon· $37.32

BirdingScore

79/100

83/100

Skip it if

You demand flawless squirrel defense, since resistance and durability get mixed feedback.

You feed a busy flock or big birds, since the compact size means frequent refills.

Defense mechanism

Weight-activated (adjustable)

Weight-activated shroud

Seed capacity

~12 lb (2 gallon)

—

Feeding ports

6 ports (both sides)

4 ports

Material

Steel + polycarbonate

Chew-proof polycarbonate + metal

Mounting

Hang or pole

Hang

Weather guard

Roof + seed baffles

Seed ventilation system

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Prices & Amazon ratings checked Oct 25, 2026

	This pick · #3 Recommended Woodlink Absolute II 4.5(1,805)	#1 Recommended Squirrel Buster Mini 4.6(6,370)	#2 Recommended Squirrel Buster Plus 4.7(10,740)	#4 Premium pick Yankee Flipper 4.3(4,968)	#5 Budget pick Perky-Pet Squirrel-Be-Gone 4(20,530)
Buy	Buy on Amazon $84.00	Buy on Amazon $37.32	Check price →	Buy on Amazon $97.54	Buy on Amazon $24.97
BirdingScoremethodology →	79/100 Owner satisfaction80 Field value75	83/100 Owner satisfaction80 Field value91	79/100 Owner satisfaction86 Field value60	72/100 Owner satisfaction73 Field value71	63/100 Owner satisfaction51 Field value95
Buyer sentiment	Bird AttractionFunctionalitySturdinessSeed CapacitySquirrel ResistanceDurability Buyers praise bird attraction, functionality, sturdiness and seed capacity. Mixed feedback on squirrel resistance and durability. Based on 1,537 buyer mentions	Squirrel ResistanceQualityFunctionalityBird AttractionSizeRefillabilityEase Of Use Buyers praise squirrel resistance, quality, functionality and bird attraction. Mixed feedback on ease of use and value for money. Some flag size and refillability. Based on 4,086 buyer mentions	QualitySquirrel ResistanceFunctionalityBird AttractionValue for moneyDurability Buyers praise quality, squirrel resistance, functionality and bird attraction. Mixed feedback on value for money and durability. Based on 12,086 buyer mentions	Feeding PerformanceSquirrel ResistanceFunctionalityEntertainmentBattery LifeValue for moneyDurability Buyers praise feeding performance, squirrel resistance, functionality and entertainment. Mixed feedback on value for money and durability. Some flag battery life. Based on 148 buyer mentions	Bird AttractionAppearanceDurabilityValue for moneySpring Durability Buyers praise bird attraction and appearance. Mixed feedback on squirrel resistance and quality. Some flag durability and value for money. Based on 10,366 buyer mentions
Skip it if	You demand flawless squirrel defense, since resistance and durability get mixed feedback.	You feed a busy flock or big birds, since the compact size means frequent refills.	A premium squirrel-proof feeder price feels steep, since some buyers question the value and long-term durability.	You can't recharge batteries regularly, since battery life and value draw mixed reviews.	You need lasting hardware, since buyers flag durability, the closing spring, and squirrel resistance. Rated 4.0 stars on about 20,000 ratings, just under our usual 4.3 bar.
Defense mechanism	Weight-activated (adjustable)	Weight-activated shroud	Weight-activated shroud (adjustable)	Rechargeable weight-activated rotating perch	Weight-activated (ports close)
Seed capacity	~12 lb (2 gallon)	—	5.1 lb seed	~5 lb seed	2 lb seed
Feeding ports	6 ports (both sides)	4 ports	6 ports	4 ports	—
Material	Steel + polycarbonate	Chew-proof polycarbonate + metal	Polycarbonate + metal (chew-proof)	Polycarbonate + metal	Powder-coated metal + clear plastic tube
Mounting	Hang or pole	Hang	Hang	Hang	Hang
Weather guard	Roof + seed baffles	Seed ventilation system	UV-stabilized, weather-resistant	—	Powder-coated, rust-resistant