Best automatic pet feeders for cats and dogs

Rupert Murdoch 4 i

The Wopet Automatic Pet Feeder holds up to seven pounds, or slightly under 30 cups, of dry cat food while providing reliably timed feedings with consistently sized portions. Even with its ability to hold a significant amount of kibble, the feeder has a sleek design that keeps it from looking bulky or overwhelming a space. The initial assembly of this automatic feeder from Wopet comes together quickly, with the majority of items intact right out of the box, but the programming steps for scheduling feedings were less intuitive than other models we tested.

You must first select which feeding you are doing (e.g,. first of the day), then how many portions to dispense (a portion size is less than 1/4 cup), and then the time of day for the feeding. Once we got the hang of it by carefully reading through the provided instruction manual a few times, programming variations became more straightforward. It also offers the option to trigger a manual feeding with the simple push of a button, but this feeder does not connect to Wi-Fi, so there is no option to control via your mobile device.

In our testing, we used two different sizes of cat kibble along with larger dog kibble. The smaller-sized kibble was more compatible, so something to keep in mind if your cat has a preference for bulkier food or you plan to use it with a small dog.

To prevent your cat from accidentally tampering with the schedule you put in place, the keypad is located behind a plastic cover that can only be lifted by pressing an exterior button that's flush against the feeder. Plus, the structure of the feeder is sturdy and difficult to tip over, so the food contained inside cannot easily be accessed by curious pets.

For humans, the lid is easy to open, and the internal basket where the food is stored can be taken out for cleaning along with the easy-to-remove serving bowl. For peace of mind while you are away, the Wopet Automatic Pet Feeder is compatible with two power sources: a plug-in cord or three D-cell batteries as backup in case the power goes out. You can also record a voice message up to ten seconds to play along with scheduled feedings.