TechCrunch reviews Petlibro’s Granary 2 series automatic cat feeders, focusing on the Granary 2 Vision model. The series is designed for dry food and includes four models priced from $129.99 to $249.99: the entry-level Granary 2, the Granary 2 Vision with an AI camera, the Vision Duo with two dispensing chutes and bowls for multi-pet households, and the Granary 2 X, which uses AI recognition for individualized portions. The reviewer tested the $189.99 Granary 2 Vision.

The biggest upgrade across the series is a built-in scale that measures food in the tray, letting the feeder track not only how much was dispensed but also how much remains in the bowl. That allows a better estimate of how much a pet actually ate, along with eating duration, feeding frequency, favorite eating times, and eating speed. The companion app builds a picture of normal eating patterns over time, with daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly views, which could help owners notice subtle changes in appetite or routine.

The feeder offers two primary modes: Smart Refill Mode, which keeps the bowl supplied with small, fresh portions throughout the day and stops when a daily food limit is reached, and Scheduled Mode for traditional timed meals. There is also a manual feeding button. On the Vision model, a 1080p AI-powered camera recognizes up to 10 cats and automatically associates meals with the correct pet profile; it will only open the feeder when the recognized cat is present. The camera includes night vision, two-way audio, a recordable message that plays from the feeder, and instant app alerts for low battery, low food, or jams. A rechargeable backup battery handles power outages.

However, some advanced features require paid subscriptions. Certain health tracking and monitoring features need Petlibro Care, starting at $59.99 per year, and cloud recording and playback on camera-equipped models require a Video Cloud plan at $119.99 per year. The reviewer concludes that this is one of the best feeders they have tested, while noting a more affordable alternative: Pawsync’s $79.99 feeder, which also uses a built-in scale for portion accuracy and settings meant to prevent underfeeding and overfeeding.