Buying guide

Best automatic cat feeders in the UK

Ranked by our weighted score. Last updated 19 June 2026.

  1. 1

    PetSafe Smart Feed 2.0

    A dependable app feeder and the pick if power-cut protection matters most. Strong battery backup, a slow-feed mode that helps fast eaters, and reliable scheduling. App is functional rather than slick.

    Best for: Outage-prone homes and cats that eat too fast · From £129.99

    8.18 / 10
  2. 2

    Feeder-Robot

    A premium app feeder from the makers of the Litter-Robot, built around an anti-jam mechanism for larger kibble. Near-flawless portion control and full app history. The priciest non-camera option here.

    Best for: Owners who have battled jams and want the most reliable dispensing · From £199.99

    8.1 / 10
  3. 3

    PETLIBRO Granary Smart Camera Feeder

    The Granary with a 1080p camera bolted on, and one of the strongest all-round feeders we have seen. Reliable dispensing, night vision and two-way audio. Dry food only, and there is an optional subscription for cloud video.

    Best for: Owners who want to watch and talk to their cat at mealtimes · From £69.99

    8 / 10
  4. 4

    PETLIBRO Granary Wi-Fi Smart Feeder

    A strong value pick for dry food. Consistent dispensing, fine portion control and a secure, quiet build. Dry food only, and confirm the backup power on your exact model before relying on it.

    Best for: Single-cat homes wanting smart scheduling on a budget · From £54.99

    7.85 / 10
  5. 5

    PetSafe Healthy Pet Simply Feed

    A no-nonsense programmable feeder with no app, wifi or smart-home fuss. Large capacity, reliable timer and a slow-feed option. The choice when you want simple and dependable over connected.

    Best for: People who want reliable feeding without any app or wifi · From £99.99

    7.85 / 10
  6. 6

    PETLIBRO Air Automatic Feeder

    A slim, budget-friendly smart feeder that punches above its price. App control, wide portion range and battery backup. Dry food only and a smaller hopper than the Granary.

    Best for: Newcomers wanting app control without spending much · From £39.99

    7.8 / 10
  7. 7

    Cat Mate C500 Automatic Feeder

    The default choice for wet food. Five sealed trays and twin ice packs keep meals fresh, the timer is reliable and the parts are dishwasher safe. No app or remote control, and the ice packs fade after a day or so.

    Best for: Cats on wet, fresh or raw food, and short absences · From £59.99

    7.48 / 10
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    Catit PIXI Smart Feeder

    A design-led smart feeder with a tidy app and stainless bowl. Looks good and works well for single cats, with app scheduling and alerts. Smaller capacity and dry food only.

    Best for: Style-conscious single-cat homes wanting a neat app feeder · From £59.99

    7.38 / 10
  9. 9

    Bemoony Automatic Cat Feeder

    An affordable dual-power feeder with the practical touches that matter: mains plus battery backup, a double-lock lid and a voice recording. No wifi, so it is set on the unit.

    Best for: Budget buyers wanting backup power and a secure lid · From £45.99

    7.23 / 10
  10. 10

    WOPET 6L Automatic Feeder

    A high-capacity tower feeder for bigger households or longer gaps. The 6L hopper is its main draw. Decent everyday performer, though some models have had firmware niggles, so check the version.

    Best for: Multi-cat homes or longer absences needing capacity · From £54.99

    7.23 / 10
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    Oneisall Automatic Cat Feeder

    A widely sold mid-budget tower feeder. Reliable scheduled dry feeding, dual power and a voice recorder. A solid middle option, though the app experience is the weak point.

    Best for: Single or two-cat homes wanting a dependable mid-price feeder · From £42.99

    7.2 / 10
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    SureFeed Microchip Feeder Connect

    The microchip feeder with app connectivity added. Same per-cat access control that stops food theft, now with feeding data and remote insight through the Sure Petcare app. Premium price.

    Best for: Multi-cat homes wanting access control plus app insight · From £149.99

    7.08 / 10
  13. 13

    HoneyGuaridan A25

    A dual-power feeder with a desiccant bag and dual-tray hopper. Capable on paper with good capacity and voice recording, but reliability is more variable than the top picks, so it sits mid-table.

    Best for: Budget buyers who want capacity and will accept some variability · From £49.99

    6.95 / 10
  14. 14

    PetSafe Eatwell 5-Meal Feeder

    A simple tray feeder for short absences rather than daily use. Five compartments, a pancake design that stows away, and works with wet or dry. No app, and only five meals before a refill.

    Best for: Short trips and occasional use, wet or dry food · From £49.99

    6.95 / 10
  15. 15

    SureFeed Microchip Pet Feeder

    The answer to cross-feeding in multi-cat or cat-and-dog homes. The lid opens only for the assigned microchip, so each pet eats its own food. It does not schedule meals or control portions, so it solves access, not timing.

    Best for: Multi-pet homes and cats on a prescription or special diet · From £129.99

    6.5 / 10

How we rank: every product is scored on the same eight weighted criteria, then ordered by weighted total. We show each score on the product's own review page so you can see the reasoning.