This dataset includes records of the Orthoptera and Mantodea (Acrididae, Gryllidae, Gryllotalpidae, Rhaphidophoridae, Tetrigidae, Tettigoniidae, Mantis religiosa, Ameles spallanzania) from Switzerland. Data sources include museum and private collections, the literature, field observations provided by a large network of volunteer collaborators, environmental impact studies, national inventories (Red List strategy) and academic work. The period covered by the data extends from XVIIIth century to the present day. All data provided have been subject to a validation procedure.