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PetSafe Automatic Cat Feeder - Healthy Pet Simply Feed - Automatic Pet Feeder for Cats & Dogs - Timed Pet Feeder with…

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Best for

Best for large dogs (hopper)

Amazon rating

★★★★★4.3(6,401)

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Verdict scoreGood
79/ 100

Current price

$76.99

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Updated Jun 27, 2026 · 1 min read

PetSafe Automatic Cat Feeder - Healthy Pet Simply Feed - Automatic Pet Feeder for Cats & Dogs - Timed Pet Feeder with…

The consensus

What reviewers found

Synthesized across the trust-weighted source mix below.

Across the data we have, the PetSafe Simply Feed is a long-established large-capacity feeder with a sizeable, steady 4.3 average across more than 6,400 retailer reviews. Its 24-cup hopper and programmable portion control make it one of the higher-capacity options here, which is why it slots in for bigger eaters and larger dogs that need substantial portions across the day. We did not receive expert lab reviews or specialist-community threads tied to this exact model, so this placement rests on the breadth and consistency of its verified-purchase rating rather than independent measurement.

What reviewers liked

  • Large 24-cup hopper suits big dogs and multi-meal days
  • Strong 4.3-star average across 6,400+ retailer reviews
  • Programmable portion control and timed meals
  • Long-standing, widely available model

Where it falls short

  • No expert or community signals supplied to corroborate the rating
  • Dry/semi-moist food only
  • Bulkier footprint than small-capacity feeders
  • Lacks Wi-Fi app control in this base configuration

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Across the reviews

Synthesis · not our verdict

Across the data we have, the PetSafe Simply Feed is a long-established large-capacity feeder with a sizeable, steady 4.3 average across more than 6,400 retailer reviews. Its 24-cup hopper and programmable portion control make it one of the higher-capacity options here, which is why it slots in for bigger eaters and larger dogs that need substantial portions across the day.

We did not receive expert lab reviews or specialist-community threads tied to this exact model, so this placement rests on the breadth and consistency of its verified-purchase rating rather than independent measurement. That's an honest limitation: the retailer pool is large enough to be meaningful, but we can't corroborate it here with high-trust testing.

Buyers drawn to a big dry/semi-moist hopper from a known pet-tech brand will find the customer-rating signal reassuring; those who want documented teardown or timing-accuracy testing should treat the lack of expert data in our set as a reason to read recent reviews before buying.

Key specs

Source: Amazon listing
Schedule Your Pet'S Meals
Conveniently schedule up to 12 meals per day for your cat or dog; best for cats and small to medium sized dogs
Flexible Portions
Help manage your pet's weight by scheduling 1/8 cup to 4 cups per meal depending on your pet’s unique needs
Great for Fast Eaters
If your pet eats meals too quickly, use the slow release option to dispense meals larger than 1/8 cup gradually over 15 minutes
Pet-Proof Dispenser
Feeder is designed to keep sneaky pets from getting into food ahead of scheduled mealtimes
Battery Operated
Feeder uses 4 D-cell alkaline batteries (not included); feeder can also be powered with a wall adaptor (sold separately)
Added Features
‘Feed Now’ feature lets you feed the next meal early; ‘Pause Feed’ feature lets you stop the feeder from dispensing meals while keeping the programmed meal schedule
How to Clean
Place the stainless steel bowl, bowl holder, lid and hopper in the dishwasher and hand wash the conveyor system. All food contact parts are washable
Quality Product
PetSafe brand has been a trusted global leader in pet behavior, containment and lifestyle innovations for nearly 30 years; trust PetSafe to keep your pet healthy, safe and happy

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