# Cat Mate 401 2-Meal Automatic Feeder, 800 g

Cat Mate 401 is a battery-powered automatic feeder with two timed meal compartments for wet or dry food. Its listing describes a 48-hour quartz timer and an included ice pack, while battery requirements and cleaning details are worth checking before purchase.

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- Market: UK
- Language: en-GB
- Currency: GBP
- Brand: Cat Mate
- Model: 401
- Category: Pet Supplies > Pet Toys & Accessories
- Price: 23.79 GBP
- Previous price: 27.99 GBP
- Discount: 15%
- Price checked: 2026-11-14T19:40:39.026Z
- Rating: 4.5 / 5
- Reviews: 5973

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## At a glance

- Two compartments are intended to support scheduled meals for two cats or a small dog.
- The feature listing says an ice pack is included to help keep food cooler.
- Removable lids and bowls are described as dishwasher-safe.
- A manual timer approach avoids relying on an app or Wi-Fi, according to the listing.

## Pros

- Two scheduled compartments can suit households needing separate portions or meals.
- Wet and dry food are both supported in the listing, with an ice pack claimed for freshness support.
- Removable dishwasher-safe bowls and lids can simplify routine cleaning.

## Specifications

### Identity
- Brand: Cat Mate
- Model: 401
- Operation: Automatic
- Target species: Cat
- Colour: White
### Capacity and use
- Listed capacity: 800 g
- Food types and uses: Dry Food, Indoor, Multiple Pets, Wet Food
- Features: Feeding Schedule, Portion Control, Programmable
- Timer claim: EASY-TO-USE 48 HOUR QUARTZ TIMERS WITH SIMPLE PROGRAMMING: Reliable timer controls help deliver meals on time and is ideal for busy households and short trips away
### Power and battery
- Power configuration: Battery Powered
- Batteries required: Yes
- Batteries included: No
### Dimensions and installation
- Dimensions: 21L x 7.5W x 25.5H centimetres
- Weight listed: 1.55 Pounds
### Materials and care
- Material listed: Plastic
- Care: Dishwasher Safe
### Warranty and origin
- Product warranty: 3 year warranty
- Country of origin: China

## Before you buy

- Listing details are inconsistent: the title specifies 400g per bowl, while the capacity field says 800 g total. The box list names only an automatic feeder, although feature text claims an ice pack. The listing also describes the feeder as Cat Mate C200 with an ice pack in one item-type field, while the model number is 401. Confirm the exact model, per-bowl capacity and selected package contents before buying. Battery type and quantity are not specified.

## In the box

- Automatic feeder (Included)
- Ice pack (Check selected pack): Feature text says an ice pack is included, but it is absent from the explicit included-components list. Check the selected listing.

## A good fit for

- Cat owners who want two pre-timed portions without app or Wi-Fi controls.
- Households feeding wet or dry food that can accommodate a battery-powered feeder.
- Buyers seeking removable bowls and lids described as dishwasher-safe.

## Less suited to

- Anyone who needs remote app control or Wi-Fi scheduling.
- Buyers who need the exact per-bowl capacity or battery type confirmed before ordering.

## Customer feedback

Customer feedback highlights ease of use and usefulness when owners are away, including helping avoid early-morning feeding. Reports on reliability and durability are mixed, including both dependable operation and doors reportedly failing to open or units breaking within months. Timer accuracy and value are also mixed. For buyers relying on the 48-hour timer, the reported variation matters if meal timing must be precise, and reliability concerns are relevant when using it during an absence.
- Positive themes: Customers are reported to find the feeder straightforward to use and useful when away from home.
- Positive themes: Feedback notes that scheduled feeding can help owners avoid waking early to feed their pets.
- Negative themes: Some customers reportedly describe doors that do not open and units breaking within months.
- Mixed feedback: Reliability and durability receive mixed feedback, with reports of both dependable use and failures.
- Mixed feedback: Timer accuracy and perceived value for money are also mixed.

## Frequently asked questions

### How many meals can it schedule?
It is described as a two-meal feeder with 48-hour quartz timers. The listing does not clarify whether the timers operate independently, so check the product details if that matters.
### Can it dispense wet food?
The listing says it is suitable for wet and dry food and claims an ice pack to help keep food cooler.
### Are batteries included?
No. The listing says batteries are required but not included, and does not state their type or quantity.
### What is the capacity of each bowl?
The title states 400g per bowl and the capacity field gives 800 g. These figures appear compatible as a total, but confirm the selected model and capacity because other listing details are inconsistent.

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