Whisker Feeder-Robot: App, 8 Meals, 3-Year Warranty, 90-Day Trial

Why it matters

Feeder-Robot schedules up to 8 meals a day in portions from 1/8 cup to 1 cup through Whisker's app. An optional backup battery (+$40) runs about 24 hours in power-saving mode. It carries a 3-year warranty and a 90-day in-home trial, and the base and hopper come in several finishes.

Who it's for, and who should skip it

Good fit if

Small dogs
Cats
Premium buyers

Look elsewhere if

Long absences without a sitter
Wet food (unless supported)
Dogs that break into hoppers

Pros and cons

Pros

3-year warranty
90-day trial
App

Cons

Price
1 cup max portion
Battery extra

Limitations to weigh

Automatic feeders can jam or lose power; test for a few days before you travel, keep a backup plan, and never leave a dog alone for days with only a feeder.
Check portions against your dog's feeding guide; 'cups' on feeders are rarely a true 8 oz measuring cup.

Specifications

Every figure below comes from the source shown in brackets. Where the maker doesn't state something, we say so instead of estimating.

Price seen	$299	Maker
Model number	RF1-1000-BKS	Maker
Dog fit (maker)	Works for cats or dogs	Maker
Meals per day	8	Maker
Portion range	1/8 cup to 1 cup	Maker
App	Yes	Maker
Backup battery	Optional (+$40), about 24 h in power-saving mode	Maker
Warranty	3 years	Maker
Trial	90-day in-home trial	Maker
Capacity	Not stated in the maker's materials we read	Not stated