Best Smart Feeders for Multiple Cats: Top Picks for Kiwi Homes
If you’re the lucky pet parent of more than one cat, you already know that mealtime isn’t always purr-fectly peaceful. Keeping everyone fed on time, managing different diets, and avoiding food stealing can feel like a full-time job. That’s where smart feeders come in! In this guide, we’ll help you choose the best smart feeders for multiple cats — ones that make life easier for you and more harmonious for your fur family.
Why Smart Feeders Are Ideal For Multi-Cat Households
Smart feeders are an excellent solution for kibble chaos. Designed with clever features like portion control, timed feeds, and microchip access, these devices ensure every cat gets the right meal, at the right time. Whether your cats eat at different times, have unique dietary needs, or are just food-happy siblings trying to sneak each other’s dinner, a smart feeder can help restore balance at the food bowl.
Plus, for busy Kiwi cat parents, smart feeders mean fewer early morning paw wakes or post-work mealtime rushes. With remote feeding through an app or scheduled dispensing, these tech-savvy feeders fit right in with modern lifestyles.
Top Features To Look For In A Smart Cat Feeder
When it comes to finding the right smart feeder for multiple cats, not all are created equal. Keep an eye out for these essential features:
- Portion control: Accurate serving sizes help manage weight and health.
- Multiple user access: Ideal if several people care for your cats.
- Microchip or RFID recognition: Great for cats on different diets, ensuring only the right kitty gets the intended meal.
- App connectivity: Monitor and adjust feeding times via your phone.
- Battery backup: Keeps feeding on track during power outages.
- Split trays or dual hoppers: Helpful for feeding more than one cat simultaneously.
At Petdirect, our range of smart feeders is tailored for New Zealand households, featuring trusted brands that understand feline behaviour, nutrition, and technology.
Recommended Smart Feeders For Multiple Cats
Here are some top picks from our experts at Petdirect – carefully selected for homes with more than one cat:
- SureFeed Microchip Pet Feeder: This feeder uses your cat’s microchip to dispense food only for the registered feline. It’s a lifesaver for multi-cat homes where one might need a special diet or portion control. SureFeed feeders are well-loved by Kiwi families for their reliability and ease of use.
- PETKIT Fresh Element Smart Feeder: A high-tech option from PETKIT, this feeder features programmable meals, app control, and a large capacity, making it ideal for multiple pets sharing a feeder or rotating schedules.
- Catit Pixi Smart Feeder: With a stylish design and easy-to-use app, the Catit Pixi Smart Feeder offers precise portion control, feeding schedules, and real-time notifications. It’s perfect for busy pet parents who want to ensure their cats are fed on time, every time.
These feeders are available in our cat tech smart feeders collection, where you can compare features and find the best fit for your home.
Extra Tech For A Stress-Free Feeding Routine
Pairing your smart feeder with other tech-savvy gadgets can level up life for you and your cats. Consider:
- Smart water fountains to keep hydration on tap
- Automatic litter boxes for easy clean ups
- All-in-one pet tech hubs to manage feeding, cleaning, and more
Feeding multiple cats doesn’t need to be a juggling act. With the right smart feeder, you'll enjoy more convenience, better control, and happier, healthier cats.
We Get Pet, And We Get That Every Cat Is Unique
At Petdirect, we know that every moggy has its quirks — from the picky grazer to the food bowl dominator. That’s why we stock a trusted selection of smart pet feeders that fit your lifestyle and your cats’ unique dining styles. Plus, join our Pet Perks loyalty programme to earn rewards and access exclusive offers — because we believe your pets deserve the best, every time.
Ready to upgrade mealtime? Browse our smart feeder range today, or set up your Autodeliver subscription and never worry about an empty bowl again.