Unfortunately, the vast majority of automatic cat feeders were exclusively made for dispensing kibble, but pet parents who need to provide a more palatable and protein packed wet meal for their pretty kitty should rely on the safe and reliable Petlibro Polar when they’re away from home. What sets the Polar apart from the competition is how the feeder keeps up to three servings of wet cat food chilled below 50 degrees Fahrenheit, ensuring that their favorite meaty meal is fresh, moist, and is chilled just how your cat likes it.
Automatic Cat Feeder Wet Food Dispenser
Setup and Safety
The Polar is extremely easy to set up and manage via the Petlibro companion smartphone app, allowing users to select when and which of its cooled meals are served up to your cat. As you can see, Joy was excited to lend a paw to test out the Polar, but there is absolutely no way any house cat is breaking into this rock-solid feeder before their scheduled feeding time. In addition, I’m a fan of its customizability and safety features, as Joy is the sort to eat about 85% of a wet meal, stop for a while, and return to finish it off; I kept her feeding habits in mind while setting up my Polar, allowing her an extra 20 minutes before the lid shut to preserve any potential leftovers.
Petlibro seemingly designed this machine for cats like Joy, as a safety-focused pet-sensor prevents the lid from closing mid-meal. Although the Polar sports a lengthy AC cable for continuous refrigeration, a Polar will stay cool and serve up portions for another 12 hours if the power goes out with the aid of three AAA batteries.
Smart functionality
Petlibro’s companion app is streamlined so that outside of the initial setup, you’ll rarely need to revisit it other than making rare tweaks to your cat’s feeding schedule. However, I have to admit that I enjoy the peace of mind that comes with double-checking to see that Joy got her latest meal and the device is still frosty-cold at a glance from my smartphone. Some of the functions of the Polar app include unlocking a meal immediately, keeping a meal open for anywhere from one minute to four hours, and scheduling exact feeding times over a 72-hour period.
Pros
- Simple to operate.
- Serving dish is easy to clean.
- Design prioritizes cat safety.
- Like having a micro-fridge for your cat.
- Perfect for dispensing all kinds of wet food (semi-moist, canned, pouched, etc.).
Cons
- Some cats may be put off by the mechanical whirr of the door opening at first, but will learn to recognize it as a dinner bell.
- Not made for safely dispensing raw food.
Specifications
- Maximum Capacity: 3 servings.
- Dimensions: 14.2 inches (width) x 13.4 inches (length) x 7.7 inches (height).
- Weight: 7.5 pounds.
- Compatible foods: Wet, dry foods.
- Breed size: All sizes.
- Power source: AC / Battery (3 AAA).
- WiFi enabled: Yes.
- Includes an app: iOS and Android.
- Control panel on device: No.
- Meals per day: Up to 3.
- Warranty: 24 months.
- Price: $129.99.
Practicality
While pet food and water vending machines can be hit or miss, I am satisfied at how user-friendly the Polar is for cats and their owners alike. The three-serving plastic tray lifts out of the opened unit like the plate in your microwave oven, and it’s a breeze to clean up in the sink or dishwasher between refills. I cannot harp on this enough, but I really like how Petlibro went above and beyond to make the Polar a safe and reliable feeder via its battery backup feature, and how its door will automatically retract if it senses a slow-eater or kitty who enjoys taking multiple trips to the feeder like Joy.
-Not made for safely dispensing raw food.
Automatic Cat Feeder Wet Food Dispenser
In My Expert Opinion
If your cat thrives on wet food, but you aren’t home to feed them on kitty’s preferred schedule or need a reliable way to keep a furry friend fed with some yummy wet food over a weekend getaway or during work hours, I highly recommend investing in a Polar cat feeder.
