The PetSafe Dog & Cat SmartDoor Plus has mixed reviews. It's easy to install and use, but there are durability concerns and some reported flaws in functionality.
Users found the installation straightforward.
The door sometimes fails to close properly.
Tip: Manually push the door to lock it.
Battery loses charge capacity quickly after a few cycles.
Tip: Keep the door plugged in to maintain charge.
Factors: Warning about waterproof power adapters and batteries
Yes, users report that the battery loses charge capacity quickly after a few cycles.
Yes, many users found the installation straightforward.
"All four of my picky girls love this. I wish it was grain free, but if it was they probably wouldn’t eat it."
"I would not buy this door because of some of the responses, I would not purchase it from the online forums show if the user is buying this door and it goes jammed or stops working after 3 weeks, most of the problems their will be disgruntled customers. If the recomendation is to keep buying their do..."
For basic needs, this door works well, but be prepared for potential durability issues and occasional malfunctions. Mention of a new model order is a sign to be cautious if considering this model.
Sturdy and functional cat door with mixed user experiences on ease of use.
Highly durable and quiet cat door with easy installation
Highly recommended for easy installation and great functionality.
A good automatic coop door with some battery and design issues.
Cats love it and so do we. Overall a convenient and useful cat door.
A high-quality, functional dog and cat door.