Smart pet doors
Cat Mate 360 Microchip Flap review
Published 20 June 2026
A high-capacity microchip flap for up to 30 pets at a keen price, fitting single or multiple glazing, uPVC, walls and wood. A flexible, affordable workhorse from a trusted UK brand, though without the timer and display of the Elite.
Best for: Multi-cat homes wanting affordable high capacity
From £49.99 checked 20 Jun 2026
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What works
- Stores up to 30 pets
- Very flexible fitting
- Low price
- Reliable exclusion
- Trusted UK brand
What falls short
- No timer or display
- No app
- Pets must scan close
How it scores
We rate every product in this category on the same criteria, weighted by how much they matter in daily use. Each score is out of 10.
| Criterion | Weight | Score | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recognition accuracy and reliability | 25% | 8.0 | Reliable microchip reading; pets scan close to the flap |
| Security and stray exclusion | 20% | 8.5 | Selective access with good stray exclusion |
| Weatherproofing and seal | 15% | 7.5 | Decent weatherproof seal across glazing types |
| Response speed | 10% | 7.0 | Adequate response; pets scan close |
| Pet capacity and compatibility | 10% | 9.0 | Supports up to 30 pets, high capacity for the price; reads existing chips |
| App and access control | 10% | 4.0 | No app or timer; selective access set on the unit |
| Installation and fit | 5% | 9.0 | Very flexible fitting: single/multiple glazing, uPVC, walls, wood |
| Value | 5% | 8.5 | Strong value, high capacity and flexible fitting cheaply |
| Weighted total | 7.7 |
How we score: each rating combines the manufacturer specification with the weight of feedback from owners and independent reviewers. We do not copy other reviews. The score is our own synthesis, and we show the reasoning so you can judge it yourself.
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Key specifications
| Recognition | Microchip |
|---|---|
| Capacity | Up to 30 pets |
| Fitting | Glazing, uPVC, walls, wood |
| Locking | Selective access |
| Power | Batteries |
| Best for | Affordable high capacity |
Common questions
How many pets does the Cat Mate 360 hold?
Up to 30, high for its low price, which makes it a strong value pick for multi-cat households that do not need app or timer features.
Where can it be fitted?
It is very flexible, suiting single or multiple glazing, uPVC, walls and wood, so it works in most door and window types.
Does it have a curfew timer?
No, that is the Elite 355's feature. The 360 focuses on high-capacity selective access at a low price, with locking set on the unit.
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