The Best Automatic Dog Feeders (Review) in 2020

The first product on our list is an auto dog feeder that makes scheduled mealtimes a piece of cake. Pet owners who work five days a week need to make sure that their dog is served his meals on time, even if  they are still stuck at the office . The PetSafe 5-meal pet feeder is easy to program and can be used every day, especially if your goal is to help your pooch lose weight. This timed pet feeder is equipped with a digital clock that you can use to schedule morning or evening meals that are served every hour on the dot. Once the timer has been set, the feeder will automatically rotate in order to feed your dog his next fresh batch of kibble. Each section of the tray is large enough for a one cup portion. The tray itself can be placed in the dishwasher for easy, hassle free cleaning. Both manual and automatic programs are available to help owners choose their preferred mode. The PetSafe feeder is suitable for cats and small as well as medium sized dogs.

Next on our list is the Petmate café feeder that comes with an easy snap lid and a dish that will never run out of  kibble thanks to the power of  gravity. Pet owners who need to travel for work can use this dog food dispenser to keep their pets fed 24/7.  All they need to do is fill up the gallon with dry food or water by opening the top lid and snapping it shut once they are done replenishing the feeder. The café feeder is available in three different sizes and is made of environmentally sustainable plastic.

Pet owners who need to keep track of the amount of food consumed by their dogs can use the automatic pet feeder from Arf Pets to keep mealtimes organized, even in their absence. Customized portions of dry kibble can be served up to four times a day by simply setting an alarm using the LCD screen and buttons. You can serve up to 10 portions per meal depending on your dog’s nutritional needs. Each portion is 24 ml . The magnetic lid keeps your curious pets from accessing the kibble while the push-to-open lock makes it easy to fill up the dispenser before heading off to work. In addition to the easy lock mechanism, the feeder is also equipped with a recorder that allows you to record a special message that doubles as an invitation for your pooch to come and eat his meal from his kibble-filled  bowl. Each dispenser comes with a DC power cord and can also be powered using 3-D batteries. 

The SureFeed microchip feeder was designed to help owners serve individual meals to their dogs. For example, if you have a dog who is on a prescription diet, then you can serve his meal inside this feeder to prevent other dogs from eating it . All you need to do is program  his microchip number into the smart feeder in order  to provide him with VIP access to his own bowl. Each bowl is large enough for around two cups of dry kibble. This feeder is also compatible with the SureFlap collar tags that can be worn by non-microchipped dogs to help them gain access to their sealed bowl.

The Simply Feed is another great product from PetSafe and features three customizable settings. Slow feed is great for dogs who are at risk of bloat and vomiting. This setting allows you to schedule small portions of food over a fifteen minute period in order to help them digest their meals better. The Pause feed setting allows you to stop the flow of food any time you want. You can program the feeder to dispense kibble or semi-moist foods 12 times per day or once at 8am and later at 5pm if your pooch needs to cut back on calories. The stainless steel bowl that comes with the dispenser allows you to serve up to 4 cups of tasty kibble and can be easily cleaned in the dishwasher. In addition, the transparent container can store up to 24 cups of food and has a secure locking lid to prevent accidental spillage.

The Qpets automatic pet feeder has not one but six feeding compartments that can be filled with your choice of moist or dry kibble for your pooch. Adding structure and routine to your dog’s eating habit can come in handy especially if you have a dog who is always in the mood for more food. Each Qpet feeder is equipped with a digital clock and a built-in recorder so you can record a special message for your pet. You can also use it to schedule 6 feedings within a 24 hour period, especially if you have a busy day ahead of you. This product is battery operated and comes with a lock lid to prevent your dog from gaining access to all six feeding compartments.

AmazonBasics offer your dog a two-in-one bundle so he can dine on his favorite kibble and stay hydrated all day. This bundle is none other than a gravity pet feeder and a waterer that can hold up to one gallon of water. Every time the dishes run low on food and water, the feeders will automatically replenish each bowl. This feature is very practical if you have more than one hungry dog in your household or if you need to travel for a few days and want to make sure that your pets are being regularly  fed in your absence.  This product is available in two convenient sizes. Small feeders can be filled with up to 6 pounds of dry food while large hoppers can accommodate up to 12 pounds of kibble.

The Westlink automatic pet feeder allows you to set up four meals per day for your pooch. Portion control is also made possible thanks to the small rotator that is in charge of dispending small amounts of kibble. The digital panel is equipped with different buttons for breakfast, lunch, dinner and a fourth meal as well. All you need to do is choose the meal size and set up the time using the digital clock on the LCD screen. Each portion is around 10 to 12 grams in size . The Westlink feeder is equipped with a built-in infrared sensor that prevents it from dispending kibble if the dish was still full. This model also allows you to record a feeding time message for your pooch and is powered using a USB cord or 3 D batteries. Pressing any two buttons at the same time will help protect the panel from your dog’s curious paws.

Using your phone to feed your pooch is possible thanks to the PetSafe smart feeder that allows you to use wireless internet to serve him food from the comfort of your own bed or from your  office. All you need to do is download the application on your phone and begin scheduling meals with customizable portions. This timed pet feeder uses conveyor technology to serve both dry and semi-moist foods with different sizes and textures. You are allowed to schedule up to 12 meals a day and portion size ranges from 1/8 cups to 4 cups. Slow Feed mode  is suitable for fast eaters who are at risk of vomiting and bloat, while the Now Feed option allows you to feed your pooch whenever you want.

The Aspen automatic dog food dispenser makes scheduling meals easy thanks to its three button feature and LCD screen. You can set the feeder to serve breakfast so you can sleep in  during the  weekend or you can schedule three meals per day. There are two sizes to choose from: small and large. Each small Aspen Pet feeder comes with a plastic hopper that allows you to store up to 18 cups of dry kibble. The twist-lock lid keeps the food fresh and safe from the prying paws of your dog. Lebistro was designed to feed pets of all sizes and its modern design and brushed nickel finish makes it a great addition to your kitchen or living room.

The PetSafe 2-meal automatic feeder allows you to establish an eating routine for your dog. All you need to do is open the food compartment, fill the trays with dry food, close the lid and set the timer. You can easily schedule meals up to 48 hours in advance. Your purchase comes with two removable  food trays with a combined capacity of 3 cups.

The pet food dispenser from WOpet can serve up to four meals a day and gives you the freedom to feed your pet small teaspoon portions for weight control or large 4 cup portions for hungry  pets. You can set up 10 seconds of your voice to let your dog know that his meal is ready. The main food compartment is capable of holding 20 cups of kibble and has a push-to-open lock to keep food fresh and out of reach. Both the feeding tray and compartment are dishwasher safe. This modern auto dog feeder comes in a simple white design that meshes well with other kitchen appliances.

The Old Tjikko water feeder set ensures that your dog remains fed and hydrated all day long. Each waterer comes with a safety twist lock that prevents water from spilling out onto the kitchen floor. It is also BPA free and can be filled with up to one gallon of water. The automatic supply mechanism keeps the tray filled with enough water throughout the day. Both the dispenser and nonslip tray can be easily washed in the kitchen sink.

Our final product on the list is the JEMPET automatic pet feeder that was designed to serve up to 5 meals a day in both dry and semi-moist forms. Pet owners who need to schedule meals ahead of time can use the straightforward buttons and blue digital screen to set meals and record a short voice message for their pets. Each feeder comes with five separate dishes, and each dish can hold around one cup of food. The round tray is removable and easy to clean. For multiple day settings, simply set the current time and the first meal time before pressing the Set button for a total of 3 seconds to save your settings.