Cat Mate 405 1-Meal Automatic Feeder, 400 g

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Product guide

Cat Mate 405 1-Meal Automatic Feeder, 400 g

Cat Mate 405 is a battery-powered, single-meal automatic feeder for cats, with a listed capacity of up to 400 g. Its 24-hour quartz timer is intended to release one meal at a chosen time, while the removable bowl and lid are described as dishwasher-safe.

At a glance

Single compartment for one scheduled meal, with a timer that can be set up to 24 hours ahead.
Listed capacity is up to 400 g of wet or dry food.
Requires one AA battery, which is not included. The listing estimates approximately 12 months of operation.
The removable bowl and lid are described as dishwasher-proof, although care details also say hand wash only.

Price

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Reference price: ~~£20.99~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

One timed meal can be set up to 24 hours ahead, offering a simple option for a planned absence or a regular feeding routine.
The listed 400 g capacity and wet-or-dry-food claim cover a single meal for many cats and small pets.
The supplied bowl and lid are removable, and the listing describes them as dishwasher-safe.

Cons

It provides one timed meal only, so it does not schedule multiple feedings.
The required AA battery is not included.

Technical specifications

18 specifications

Identity
Brand	Cat Mate
Model	405
Operation	Automatic
Target species	Cat
Recommended use	Indoor

Capacity and timing
Food capacity	400 g
Timer	24-hour quartz timer

Power and battery
Power configuration	Battery Powered
Battery requirement	Requires 1 x AA battery (not included) for approximately 12 months of operation
Batteries included	No

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions	20.5L x 12.5W x 6H centimetres
Weight listed	0.3 Kilograms
Optional stabilisation	Can be fastened to a wooden board for added stability

Materials and care
Material listed	Plastic
Care instructions	Hand Wash Only
Dishwasher-safe listing	Yes

Other details
Colour	1 Bowl White
Warranty listed	3 Years

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing gives conflicting cleaning guidance: it says hand wash only in care instructions, but also marks the feeder dishwasher-safe and describes the removable bowl and lid as dishwasher-proof. It also describes the bowl as plastic in the included-components details, while separate manufacturer copy refers to a stainless steel insert. Confirm the exact configuration and cleaning method for the selected listing.

What’s in the box

Included

Large plastic bowl
Lid

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Cat owners needing one meal to open at a chosen time within the next 24 hours.
Buyers looking for a battery-powered feeder for up to 400 g of wet or dry food.
People who prefer a single-meal feeder with removable bowl and lid.

Less suited to

Households needing multiple timed meals or feeding schedules beyond 24 hours.
Anyone expecting the required AA battery to be supplied.

Cat Mate 405 1-Meal Automatic Feeder, 400 g · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.4 / 5 · 1,184 ratings

5 stars71%71%
4 stars15%15%
3 stars7%7%
2 stars3%3%
1 star4%4%

Customer feedback is broadly favourable about ease of use, convenience, cleaning and perceived quality. Timer performance and durability receive mixed reports, which matter for a device relied on to release a meal at a set time. Its single-meal, 24-hour timer specification makes it suited to one planned feeding, but feedback does not establish timing accuracy or long-term reliability.

Positive themes

Customers describe the feeder as simple to use and convenient.
Customers appreciate its ease of cleaning and quality.

Mixed feedback

Feedback on timer performance is mixed, with reports of both reliable operation and inaccurate timing.
Durability feedback is mixed, with some describing it as sturdy and others saying it breaks easily.

Frequently asked questions

How much food can the feeder hold?

The listed capacity is up to 400 g. Manufacturer copy says it can hold wet or dry food.

How far ahead can the timer be set?

The manufacturer describes a quiet quartz timer that can be set up to 24 hours ahead.

What battery does it need?

The listing says it requires one AA battery, which is not included, and estimates approximately 12 months of operation.

Can the bowl and lid go in a dishwasher?

The listing calls them dishwasher-proof, but its care instructions also say hand wash only. Confirm the correct cleaning guidance for the selected version.