Trixie TX2 Automatic Food Dispenser, 300 ml/ 27 × 7 × 24 cm, white – Black/white - 24372

Battery operated so no cords lying around prompt delivery. I went for the larger size TX2 I am pleased that I did as the compartments are two sizes [one is length 13 cm width 11 cm depth 3 cm] - which fits into the main compartment length 14cm width 12cm depth 5cm. One fits into the other. Just the right size for my cat, and her treats. nice and very easy to clean. Ice packs included. The timers are so silent I wondered if it was working properly! Silent mechanism. When you turn it over to fit the battery's [not included 2 x AA required] You can see the internal movement of the mechanism. My hearings not to great and I cant hear it at all. I have tried the timing system many times and it has not failed to open. Nice smooth virtually silent opening. My cat has already used it, she is happy with it. It came very clean and no nasty plastic smells. It is an egg timer style clock, which is divided into hours 48 in total. The timers (2) silently rotate, and then reaches 0 with a 2 millimetre opening, that eventually releases the 1 millimetre pin, this allows it to open. The instructions warn you if you want it to open as 12 set it for 10 Couple of slight issues. No off switch. Its either open, or timer set to open and it is on. I've just removed the battery's, its not a big issue. I am just using it for my cat. But If I had an eager puppy or a 'havago dog' I don't think that it is built for claws pulling and trying to open it.... I have done quite a bit of research using the feed back info on the many, many other food dispensers out there.. This is BY FAR the one with the best food size compartments, and much less complained about compared to the other options out there. I bought this product based on product, not price and if I had of needed to do I would have paid more. I truly recommend this product to cat lovers.

I ordered this to replace an old CatMate dispenser which finally gave out after several years of use. This dispenser arrived quite quickly (I used Amazon Prime delivery) and is really straightforward to use. I've used this several times (including testing it before going away) and have had no problems with it opening on time. My two cats prefer dry food so I haven't used the freezer packs, but it is very easy to take apart and clean. They usually eat out of a twin bowl so don't have problems sharing a bowl, but you could also set the two bowls to go off at different times over 48 hours if you only have one cat, or have two cats who get too hangry to leave with only one meal each over 24 hours. I'm not a huge fan of the speckled white "pebble" effect pattern on the lids but that's just personal preference. The only thing to note is that it doesn't come with batteries, so make sure you have a couple of AA batteries to hand. When I'm not using mine I take the batteries out (as otherwise the timer keeps ticking even if it's not set) and store them with the freezer packs under the lids. Would recommend

I bought this as I’m a shift worker and I wanted to make sure my cat was getting fed on time if I was kept late.The packaging was reasonable for the product, and the directions for use were very clear. It’s a fairly simple concept - there is an internal food tray with space for an ice pack (included) underneath to maintain freshness. You fill the dish with food, close the lid and set the rotary timer. When it reaches 0, the lid opens to reveal the food.Having tested the product without issue, I’m fairly happy that it will achieve what I want however, there are a few things which I feel would need to be improved for a 5 star review.The unit takes 2xAA batteries (not included). I don’t understand why this is the case, as it appears that the timer dial works exactly the same way as my clockwork kitchen timer. Given that it can be set for up to 48 hours, I’m concerned that the batteries will fail and my cat will go hungry.As stated above, the rotary timer can be set for up to 48 hours in advance. When the timer reaches 0, a notch in the timer allows the lip of the spring-loaded lid to be released. Given the small size of the dials, it’s only accurate to +/- 30 mins or so.The bowls tick very loudly, even when the timer is not set. At night, this is very annoying.Overall, I’m pleased with the purchase however, room for improvement.

Lots of electronic feeders are available and we have bought a couple of types over the yearsThis two tray unit is solidly mad and I think it will outlast the more complex types with rotating motor driven mechanisms etcWhat you essentially have are two fairly large trays with space under them for the provided gel filled bags you cool in the freezerEach tray has a separate timer which can be set for up to 48 hoursThese timers are a bit like an electric clock mechanism and you will hear the ticking as they count downThe timer rotates just like a mechanical style kitchen timer til it reaches the home position where a cutout releases the sprung loaded lid over the foodFor cats thats just perfect but dogs might just rip the thing open I can't sayAlso each side needs an AA battery but there isn't an on/off switch as far as I can see so presumably the power just disconnects when the lid opensAt £14.99 this is a really good buy and can feed the cat for up to 2 days after you go away or a couple of times during the day while you are at work