Closer Pets MiBowl + Smart Microchip Automatic Small Dog & Cat Feeder, White, 12-oz
In a Nutshell
- Relies on smart microchip technology
- Issues include lid opening/closing problems and poor battery life
- Critical for multiple diet management
- Setup is easy
- Highly mixed reviews
Quick Verdict
The Closer Pets MiBowl + Smart Microchip Automatic Small Dog & Cat Feeder offers some useful automated feeding features, especially for managing diet-sensitive cats. However, reviews report frequent malfunctions that impact its reliability.
Quick Stats
Pet Compatibility
Critical Warnings
Product defects
Prevention: Regular inspection and battery replacement
Unreliable operation
Prevention: Issue detected as frequent
Pros & Cons
Pros
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Setup ease (1)
Many users report that setup is incredibly easy
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Diet management (2)
Effective in managing different diets
Cons
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Lid malfunction (2) major
Lid not opening when supposed to
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Poor battery life (1) major
Battery drains quickly
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Flurry quality (2) critical
Product received with defects
Quality Trend: Declining
While initially praised for initial setup and design, concerns about battery lifespan and the reliability of the microchip sensor have increased over time. The frequency of lids malfunctioning, as indicated in mixed reviews, suggests ongoing quality issues.
neutral
negative
Who Is This For?
✓ Best For
- • Pet owners with cats on special diets — Efficiently manages different diets
✗ Skip If
- • Those needing a reliable automatic feeder — Frequent malfunctions and poor battery life
Durability & Care
Factors: Frequency of use, Microchip sensor integrity, Battery life
Cleaning Methods
Care Tips from Users
- 💡 Regular cleaning
- 💡 Inspect for damages and replace if malfunction
Floor Compatibility
Rating Distribution
Common Questions
Do the feeders have good battery life?
No, one reviewer mentioned the battery draining quickly after a short period.
Are these feeders compatible with the Surefeed hub?
There is no mention of compatibility with the Surefeed hub in the reviews. Is there a suggestion to buy the hub
How reliable is the microchip sensor?
There are mixed reviews on the reliability of the microchip sensor. The microchip sensor is a lot slower to open.
Highlighted Reviews
"Setting all of the units, pairing them with pets, etc was flawless. Actually. One of the easiest set ups I have ever run, and I have a decently automated smart home."
"I spent a lot of money on these and completely regret it"
Bottom Line
If you need a reliable and easy-to-use automatic feeder for your pet's sensitive diet, consider alternatives unless Closer Pets addresses fixing these issues.