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Automatic Dog Feeder Large Breed with Camera - 12L/50 Cups Anti-Clog Dog Food Dispenser for Kibble up to 20mm/0.78 in - WiFi App…

Yakry

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Best for large dogs with camera

Amazon rating

★★★★★4.2(1,488)

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Verdict scoreGood
74/ 100

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Updated Jun 27, 2026 · 1 min read

Automatic Dog Feeder Large Breed with Camera - 12L/50 Cups Anti-Clog Dog Food Dispenser for Kibble up to 20mm/0.78 in - WiFi App…

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The consensus

What reviewers found

Synthesized across the trust-weighted source mix below.

Across the reviewers we read, the Yakry 12L is the large-breed camera feeder that gets the most attention, with a 50-cup hopper aimed at 15–20 days of food for big dogs and an anti-clog mechanism for larger kibble. consumerreports.org has evaluated automatic feeders in this category (noting 'no one feeder was perfect'), and high-trust r/homeautomation and r/dogs threads provide useful large-breed context — though notably those same threads most often crown the PetSafe Smart Feed, with one r/TechnoBarkDogGear post calling PetSafe 'the best option overall, especially with the battery backup.' That's the honest tension: this Yakry model is well-positioned for capacity and remote check-ins, but the community's top large-dog recommendation is a competitor not in this pool. Its own Amazon average is a middling 4.2 across roughly 1,500 ratings, and as with all camera feeders, high-trust voices caution that the camera and connection are the components most likely to disappoint.

What reviewers liked

  • Large 12L/50-cup hopper suits big dogs and multi-day absences
  • Anti-clog design handles larger kibble per its listing
  • HD camera and app scheduling enable remote meal check-ins
  • Reasonable 1,400+ rating base with high-trust CR and Reddit context

Where it falls short

  • Community threads more often recommend a competitor (PetSafe) for large dogs
  • Modest 4.2 Amazon average relative to category leaders
  • Camera and WiFi are the parts high-trust reviewers expect to fail first
  • No model-specific independent lab verdict in its signals

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Across the reviews

Synthesis · not our verdict

Across the reviewers we read, the Yakry 12L is the large-breed camera feeder that gets the most attention, with a 50-cup hopper aimed at 15–20 days of food for big dogs and an anti-clog mechanism for larger kibble. consumerreports.org has evaluated automatic feeders in this category (noting 'no one feeder was perfect'), and high-trust r/homeautomation and r/dogs threads provide useful large-breed context — though notably those same threads most often crown the PetSafe Smart Feed, with one r/TechnoBarkDogGear post calling PetSafe 'the best option overall, especially with the battery backup.'

That's the honest tension: this Yakry model is well-positioned for capacity and remote check-ins, but the community's top large-dog recommendation is a competitor not in this pool. Its own Amazon average is a middling 4.2 across roughly 1,500 ratings, and as with all camera feeders, high-trust voices caution that the camera and connection are the components most likely to disappoint.

The synthesis: a sensible choice for big-dog households that want high capacity plus the ability to watch and schedule meals remotely, recommended with the caveat that purists in the data prefer simpler, camera-free large-dog feeders for reliability.

Key specs

Source: Amazon listing
12L/50-Cup Capacity Built for Large Dogs
Designed for large breeds, dogs over 50 lb, and multi-pet homes, this dog feeder for large dogs holds up to 50 cups of dry food to reduce frequent refills. It can support about 1–2 weeks for many large dogs, depending on portion settings—ideal for busy pet parents, workdays, and short trips
Anti-Jam Feeding for Kibble up to 20mm/0.8 in
This timed dog food dispenser is built to dispense larger dry kibble up to 20 mm, about 0.8 in, helping reduce clogging during scheduled meals. Set 1–15 meals per day and 1–20 portions per meal, so your dog gets consistent feeding even when you are away
5GHz/2.4GHz Wi-Fi App Control from Anywhere
Use the Smart Life app to schedule meals, adjust portions, and feed instantly from your phone. This WiFi dog feeder supports dual-band connection for flexible setup, while app-controlled feeding gives busy pet owners reliable remote control during work, travel, or unexpected schedule changes
1080P HD Camera with Night Vision & Two-Way Audio: Check your dog’s bowl in real time with the built-in 1080P HD camera, night vision, and two-way audio. This automatic dog feeder with camera helps you see whether food was dispensed, check if your pet is eating, and call or comfort your dog from anywhere.
Fresh Food Storage, Easy Cleaning & Backup Power
This auto dog feeder helps keep dry food fresh with an airtight lid and included desiccant bag, while the removable bowl makes cleaning easier. Use USB power for daily feeding and add 3*D batteries as backup power during outages, so scheduled meals can continue when electricity is interrupted.(Batteries not included)

What customers say

3 verified voices
CR evaluated five of them, including two from Petlibro. Some made mealtime more complicated.
Trustedvia Consumer Reports
I have a 90lb Coonhound and have used the PetSafe Smart Feed to great success! When I first got it I put it on the counter and rigged up a piece ...
Trustedvia r/dogs
So I can say with confidence my overall experience with it as being, in general, a reliable feeder considering it has lasted without hardware ...
Trustedvia r/homeautomation

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