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Cat Mate C50 5-Bowl Automatic Pet Feeder

Item: Cat Mate C50 5-Bowl Automatic Pet Feeder
Rating: 2.2
Author: Furdio

By Cat Mate 9 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence

3.6 /10

Quality

3.5

Value

4.0

Design

3.0

Function

1.5

Durability

3.0

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Quick Verdict

Pros & Cons

Pros

Adequate Size (1)
Holds enough food for multiple meals.

Cons

Timer issues (4) major
Many users had trouble setting the timer, which led to feeding issues.
Food spoilage (2) minor
Food tends to spoil quickly, especially in warm environments.
Difficulty in Use (3) major
The equipment design makes it hard enough to sort out the issues.

Who Is This For?

✓ Best For

• Pet owners — For pet owners

✗ Skip If

• Vegans — It should not be bought

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Up to 1 year

Factors: Usage frequency, Environmental conditions, User care

Cleaning Methods

✗ Machine wash

✓ Hand wash

✓ Spot clean

Care Tips from Users

💡 use ice packs to keep food cold and frozen

Floor Compatibility

✓ Hardwood

✓ Tile

✓ Carpet

✓ Vinyl

✓ Laminate

Rating Distribution

2.2

9 reviews

5★

0%

4★

22%

3★

22%

2★

0%

1★

56%

Adequate Dimensions (1) Timer Issues (4) Food Spoilage (2) Difficulty in Use (3)

Common Questions

How large are the compartments?

The compartments are adequate in size to feed 3 cats, that is a plus

Is the timer easy to set and use?

The timer system is really complicated and not easy to use

How long can the food stay fresh?

Using ice packs to keep food cold

Highlighted Reviews

— Julia 1 found helpful

"Still trying to get my cats to eat from it. It opens on time and the equipment is great. I just haven't succeeded with the cats. Yet."

— Cleo

"I tried setting the timer several times, but the ticker would advance past the set meal time and the top wouldn’t turn to advance to the next meal, leaving kitty unfed"