Cat Mate Automatic Feeder with Ice Pack for Wet Food
- Cat Feeder
- Polypropylene
- 1
- Yes
- More reviewed than 94%
A no-frills, two-meal timed feeder with an ice pack for wet food, a reasonable pick if you specifically do not want an app-connected feeder.
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How it ranks among the 52 cat feeders we track
4.2★ across 5,582 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
5,582 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
300+ bought on Amazon last month.
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The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 52 cat feeders we track - how the scorecard works · full cat feeders data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
The Cat Mate Automatic Feeder is a battery-operated, 2-meal timed feeder with an ice pack compartment for wet food, built for portion control on cats and small dogs, with roughly 14 oz of total capacity split across two bowls.
The title is explicit that this feeder runs with no WiFi and no app, a mechanical timer only, even though the spec sheet also lists a WiFi connectivity field, which appears to be a data error carried over from a template. Buyers looking for phone control should look elsewhere, since this is a simple two-bowl timer feeder.
- 2 timed meals with ice pack for wet food
- 14 oz total capacity across two bowls
- No WiFi or app, battery operated
- Dishwasher safe polypropylene construction
Who it's for
Fits owners who want scheduled portion control for wet or dry food without setting up an app, such as for an overnight absence or a midday feeding while at work. The included ice pack is meant to keep wet food fresh for the second meal.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Ice pack compartment keeps wet food cooler for the second meal
- No app or WiFi setup required
- Dishwasher safe polypropylene bowls
- Runs on batteries, so it still works through a power outage
- Only two programmed meals
- Batteries not included
- Total capacity is modest at roughly 14 oz across both bowls
Performance notes
The feeder uses a mechanical timer to release two separate compartments at set times, and the ice pack sits beneath the wet food bowl to slow spoilage until the second meal opens. It runs on batteries rather than a plug, so a scheduled feeding still fires during a power outage, though batteries are required and not included.
Specifications
| Brand | cat |
|---|---|
| Model | 401 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1.82 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L X W X H | 8.5 × 10.4 × 3.4 inches |
| Dog Breed Size | Small |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Age Range Description | All |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Polypropylene |
| Color | C200 |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Smart Home Compatibility | Not Smart Home Compatible |
| Connectivity Technology | WiFi |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Batteries Are Included | No |
| Included Components | Automatic Feeder |
| Other details | |
| Are Batteries Required | Yes |
| Is The Item Dishwasher Safe | Yes |
| Upc | 035368004018 |
| Customer Reviews | {'ratings_count': '5,582', 'stars': '4.2'} |
| Item Type Name | Cat Mate C200 2 Meal Automatic Pet Feeder for Cats and Small Dogs with Ice Pack |
| Additional Features | Automatic, Durable, Easy to Clean, Easy to Use, Feeding Schedule |
| Operation Mode | Automatic |
| Asin | B08B6G8PKZ |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Dry Food |
| Best Sellers Rank | #17,593 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #67 in Dog Automatic Feeders #91 in Automatic Cat Feeders |
| Product Care Instructions | Dishwasher Safe |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 401 |
| Manufacturer | Pet Mate Ltd |
| Breed Recommendation | All Cats and Small dogs |
| Model Number | 401 |
| Style | 2 Bowl Feeder |
| Target Species | Cat |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in cat feeders.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cat Mate Automatic Feeder with Ice Pack for Wet FoodThis product | 4.2 / 5 | 5,582 | 4.0 / 5 |
| oneisall Automatic Cat Feeder for 2 Catsoneisall | 4.6 / 5 | 3,800 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Automatic Cat FeederAutomatic | 4.4 / 5 | 4,500 | 4.3 / 5 |
| PETLIBRO RFID Automatic Cat FeederPETLIBRO | 4.2 / 5 | 19,000 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Gardner Pet Automatic Gravity Cat Food Feeder and Water Dispenser Stainless Steel…Gardner | 4.5 / 5 | 3,175 | 4.3 / 5 |
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Questions about the cat 401
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Cat Mate feeder need WiFi or an app?
No, it runs on a built-in timer and batteries, with no app or WiFi connection needed.
What is the ice pack for?
It fits beneath the wet food compartment to help keep the second meal fresh until it is released.
Is it dishwasher safe?
Yes, the bowls are dishwasher safe.