Automatic cat feeders
PETLIBRO Air Automatic Feeder review
Published 19 June 2026
A slim, budget-friendly smart feeder that punches above its price. App control, wide portion range and battery backup. Dry food only and a smaller hopper than the Granary.
Best for: Newcomers wanting app control without spending much
From £39.99 checked 19 Jun 2026
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What works
- Very affordable
- App control and scheduling
- Battery backup included
- Wide portion range
- Slim design
What falls short
- Smaller capacity
- Dry food only
- Fewer premium touches
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reliability and jam resistance | 25% | 8.0 | Twist-lock lid and steel outlet; handles a range of kibble well |
| Power and connectivity backup | 15% | 7.5 | Battery backup keeps meals going in a power cut Confirm on your exact model before relying on it. |
| Portion accuracy | 15% | 8.0 | 2g to 200g portions, up to 10 meals a day |
| App and scheduling | 15% | 8.0 | PETLIBRO app over wifi, schedule and alerts |
| Capacity and food suitability | 10% | 6.5 | Smaller hopper than tower models; dry food only |
| Ease of cleaning | 10% | 8.0 | Stainless steel outlet resists bacteria, easy to clean |
| Build quality and noise | 5% | 7.5 | Slim modern build, decent for the price |
| Value | 5% | 9.0 | One of the cheapest reliable app feeders for UK buyers |
| Weighted total | 7.8 |
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
| Food type | Dry food only |
|---|---|
| Portion range | 2g to 200g |
| Meals per day | Up to 10 |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, PETLIBRO app |
| Power | Mains with battery backup |
| Design | Slim upright |
Common questions
Is the PETLIBRO Air good for a first automatic feeder?
Yes. It is one of the easiest budget entries, with app scheduling, a wide portion range and battery backup, so it covers the essentials without a high price.
Does it have a camera?
No. For a camera you would look at the Granary Camera model. The Air focuses on reliable scheduled feeding at a low price.
Will it keep working in a power cut?
Yes. It has battery backup, so scheduled meals continue if the mains power drops.
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