Cat feeders
How to choose an automatic cat feeder
What to check before you buy an automatic cat feeder: capacity, portion control, power backup, Wi-Fi, cleaning, multi-cat homes and smart device security.
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Automatic cat feeders with app control
An automatic feeder serves dry food at the times you set, in the portion sizes you choose, while you are at work, asleep or out for the evening. Both of our feeders hold 6 litres of kibble, run from a UK plug adapter and are set up from a phone app over Wi-Fi. One of them adds a camera so you can watch meal times live.
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What to compare before you buy a cat feeder
- Capacity. A 6 litre tank holds a lot of kibble, so you refill it less often. Dry food keeps best when the tank is closed and dry, which is why our feeders come with three desiccant packs to keep moisture down inside the tank.
- Portion control. You set the number of meals and the number of portions per meal in the app. Start from the feeding guide on your cat's food and weigh what one portion of your kibble comes to, then adjust with your vet if your cat needs to lose or gain weight.
- Power. Both feeders run from a UK plug adapter and also have a battery compartment, listed by the supplier as a backup power source. Batteries are not part of the box contents.
- Wi-Fi. The app connects over a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network. Most home routers broadcast 2.4 GHz, but check your router settings if your phone only sees a 5 GHz network.
- Camera. A camera feeder lets you check that food is going down and watch your cat eat. If you only need reliable meal times, the feeder without a camera does the same feeding job for less.
Dry food only
These feeders are made for dry food. Wet food would stick in the dispensing mechanism and spoil in the bowl. Kibble pieces of a normal size work best: very large or oddly shaped kibble can jam any rotating dispenser, so test a few meals while you are at home.
Our guide How to choose an automatic cat feeder covers portions, power cuts and the first week with a new feeder. If you are curious about the camera model, read Pet cameras explained.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I put wet food in an automatic cat feeder?
Not in these feeders. They are dry food dispensers with a rotating mechanism that measures out kibble. Wet food would clog the mechanism and would not keep fresh in an open bowl.
Do I need Wi-Fi to use the feeder?
You need a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network to set up and control the feeder from the app. The feeders do not work with 5 GHz only networks, so check your router if your phone cannot find the feeder during setup.
How long can I leave my cat with an automatic feeder?
A feeder takes care of meal times, not of your cat. Someone should still check on your cat, its water and its litter tray while you are away. How long a cat can be left depends on the cat, so ask your vet if you are unsure.