9 Best Automatic Pet Feeders [Tested and Reviewed]

PETLIBRO, a manufacturer and seller of a wide range of pet supplies, offers the Granary WIFI Feeder. By installing their app, you can set it up and feed your pet directly from your smartphone. This means even if you have to return home late due to working overtime or unexpected errands, your pet will still be fed and happy.

Being able to check the daily feeding log on your smartphone, as well as receiving notices when food is running low or when the dispenser is jammed, makes pet meal management a breeze. Initial setup, such as installing the app, registering a membership, and connecting to Wi-Fi is somewhat troublesome. But once you've set it up, it’s easy to use every day.

The fact that the food dish and storage container can be easily removed, coupled with the ability for the rotor (where dirt tends to stick) to be disassembled, makes it simple to clean every nook and cranny. The ease of maintenance for this product left a good impression with our testers.

The device is controlled by a touch panel which has a good response to touch and is easy to set up. You are able to feed your pet the exact right amount at the designated time, so there are no problems with the core function of this product. However, the loud noise of dry food hitting the stainless steel dish was annoying.

This is our top recommendation for anyone who strives for everyday convenience and doesn’t want to worry at all when going out.

The Automatic Cat Feeder Battery-Operated with 180-Day Battery Life is sold by the pet supply manufacturer PETLIBRO. A distinct feature of this product is the cover on the control panel, ensuring your pet can’t directly touch it.

The feeding spout and feeding button are also covered, so this device helps prevent food theft. Furthermore, it’s good that the power cord is on the bottom of the dispenser, making it less likely for your pet to pull it out. It also dispenses the right amount of food at the right time, so there is no issue with the basic feeding function. Additionally, the ability to remove the tray, storage container, and rotor, allowing you to clean every area that food touches is also beneficial.

Thanks to the settings memory function and backup battery, you can continue to feed your pet even in the event of a power outage. However, during feeding, the high-pitched sound of food hitting the tray was pretty noticeable. For the first few feedings, your pet may be surprised and frightened by this sound, so it’s a good idea to get them used to it before using it remotely.

Since it doesn’t have smartphone capability, we recommend this product for people who only need a feeder for periodic feeding.

The Automatic Cat Feeder with Camera is a product by WOPET. It’s advertised as a device that enables feeding while monitoring your pet through a built-in camera.

Since you’re able to feed your pet the right amount at the right time, there should be no problem with the accuracy of this product. You can also feed your pet remotely through the app, and you can check in on your pet and snap some pictures of them too. Additionally, you can view your pet’s feeding logs on the app. So, we recommend this product if you are taking care of a puppy/kitten or senior pet and want to monitor their eating habits.

Since you can wash the feeding tray and storage container with water, it’s easy to keep them clean. In addition, the feeder’s cover is lockable, and there’s no feeding button, so the chance of your sneaky pet snatching some food is pretty small. However, there is a pretty loud sound when food hits the stainless-steel dish. So it’s best to get your pet used to this sound before beginning feeding remotely.

Closer Pets sells a variety of supplies to support your pet, such as the Cat Mate 3-Meal Automatic Pet Feeder. This “tray-type” product has a digital timer, so you can set it to feed your pet up to two meals a day. You can also put an ice pack or some ice under the food tray so it can keep your pet’s wet or semi-raw food fresh for a much longer time.”

With a tray-type feeder, you can precisely adjust the amount of food to give your pet each time, and this product’s digital timer allows food to be given at the exact time you set it to. The sound of the machine itself is very quiet, but when it’s feeding time, there's a sound effect to let your pet know it’s time to eat.

The feeding tray comes with a cover, so there are no gaps where your crafty pet could stick their paws in. There’s also no power cord at all, so it’s completely safe for a pet who tends to play with wires. Additionally, the only part that needs cleaning is the food tray, which is easy to remove, so cleaning this product is a breeze.

However, it's somewhat inconvenient because you need to set up a new meal for your pet every day. Additionally, it doesn’t have any extra features like smartphone integration or a low food warning.

We recommend this product to anyone who wants to manually measure out a certain amount of food every day based on their pet’s health condition. It’s also ideal for anyone looking to diversify their pet’s diet with wet food.

PETLIBRO sells the Automatic Cat Feeder with Customize Feeding Schedule 4L. This product has a special angled feeding spout and bowl to prevent any jamming. The feeding tray, tank, and rotor can also be easily disassembled and washed with water, making cleaning it a breeze.

You can feed your pet the right amount of food at the right time, so there are no issues with the accuracy of feeding. Additionally, there’s a sound-recording function, so you can record your voice and replay it to reassure your pet when it’s time to eat. However, there is no low-food warning, and the storage container is opaque. So, you’ll have to manually check to see if food is running low.

Additionally, the feeding button and lid come with a lock function, guarding the feeder against mischievous pets. However, there is no cover over the food spout or control buttons, so be careful your pet doesn’t scratch at the device or stick their paws in the feeding spout!

The smooth angle between the dispenser and food dish makes food dispensing a lot quieter. However, louder sounds may occur, so it’s best to introduce your pet to any possible sounds of the dispenser before using it remotely.

The Automatic Pet Feeder for Cats and Dogs by VOLUAS can record your voice and replay it for your pet later. This product accurately feeds your pet the right amount at the right time. Additionally, being a “storage type”, there is no need to replace food every day.

While the device’s rotor can’t be removed, you can easily disassemble the tray and tank to wash them with water. In addition, it can dispense up to 40 portions at once, allowing you to adjust your pet’s feeding amount flexibly. It also has a settings memory function and a backup battery, so it’s adaptable to any situation, including a power outage.

On the other hand, there is a high possibility of being tampered with since the power cord is on the side of the device. So, you’ll have to be careful that the cord isn’t readily exposed to your pet.

Also, the stainless steel feeding tray makes a loud noise when food is dispensed, which might startle skittish pets. When using the feeder for the first time, we recommend observing your pet to make sure they are okay with the level of noise.

The Cat Mate 2-Meal Automatic Pet Feeder is a product made by Closer Pets, a company that’s been selling pet supplies for over 30 years. It allows you to prepare two meals at a time for your pet. All you need to do is fill the feeding tray and turn a dial to set the time, and you’re ready to go. The only part that requires maintenance is the tray. But this is easy to remove and wash on a daily basis.

Furthermore, the lid of the feeder won't open unless you’ve turned the timer on, and there are no spaces where your pet could accidentally catch their claw. So this feeder is sufficiently safe and tamper-proof.

While it does take some effort to prepare each meal, a “tray-type” feeder's merit is that it lets you meticulously adjust the feeding amount according to your pet’s daily needs. In addition to dry food, you can also put wet food and treats into this feeder. However, since it only has an analog timer, you can’t adjust your pet’s feeding time down to individual minutes.

The sound during feeding time is very quiet. All it is is the opening of the lid, so it appears to be easy to use with noise-sensitive pets. While it may lack convenient features, the ease of setup and maintenance is a plus. It would be suitable for people who, in their daily lives, prioritize simplicity over the need for exact feeding times.

VOLUAS makes the Automatic Cat Feeder for Two Cats that comes with two feeding trays and can feed multiple pets at once.

You can accurately feed your pet the desired amount at the right time, so there is no issue with precision. Also, it’s easy to remove the device’s feeding tray and storage container. However, since the rotor can’t be removed, it’s best to wipe it down regularly with a wet wipe.

With a single feeding, you can flexibly adjust the amount of food dispensed by up to 40 portions. Features such as a backup battery and settings memory make it easy to use. However, there are no warnings for when food is low or the dispenser is jammed. So you want to monitor the food level and condition of the feeder regularly.

While there are locks on the feeding button and lid of the storage container, the button is exposed with the power cord on the side of the device. This could make the setup susceptible to tampering by curious pets. Furthermore, if you're feeding multiple pets, you'll need to keep an eye on them to make sure they don't fight over food. Training might even be necessary to prevent this.

When food is being dispensed, there’s a somewhat loud noise when it hits the dish. So it might be better to get your pet or pets used to the noise before feeding them while you’re away.

PAPIFEED makes the WiFi Automatic Pet Feeder for Cat & Dog, which comes with a free one-year warranty.

You can set this device’s feeding frequency to up to 10 times per day, which is a nice feature as you can divide food into smaller portions. This is effective if your pet is on a diet or for preventing fast eating. Also, you can feed your pet remotely by linking your smartphone up to the device, so even if you forget to set it up before going out, there won’t be a problem.

Your pet can reliably be fed the right amount at the right time, so there are no issues with the core function of the product. Plus, it’s convenient that the dish and storage container can be easily detached and washed with water.

However, the lid on the storage container is bumpy, so there’s a possibility that your pet’s claw could snag on this and pull it off. Additionally, the feeding spout has no cover, so you’ll need to be careful your pet doesn’t reach up into the container and steal food.

In addition, because of its compact shape, there’s a risk that medium to large or strong dogs could knock it over. Since the dish is stainless steel, it makes a somewhat loud and high-pitched clinking sound during feeding. It may be best to get your pet accustomed to the feeder before using it while you’re away.