Petlibro has introduced its Granary 2 feeder line—an AI-driven, smart feeding solution built for homes with several cats. These new dry-food automatic feeders go far beyond basic dispensing: they track not just how much food is given, but how much cats actually eat, how fast, when, and whether their intake shifts over time.
The Granary 2 Lineup: Models & Capabilities
The Granary 2 family consists of four models ranging from $129.99 to $249.99. The entry-level unit delivers precise portion control, scheduled feeding via an app, and tracking of how much it dispenses. A step up, the Granary 2 Vision ($189.99), includes a built-in 1080p camera capable of recognizing up to ten individual cats and monitoring eating habits per pet. For multi-cat households, the Vision Duo ($199.99) has two separate dispensing chutes and bowls, while the top model, Granary 2 X ($249.99), combines AI pet recognition and tailored portions for pets with distinct dietary needs.
Intelligence Under the Hood: Tracking, Modes & Alerts
A major upgrade across all models is the inclusion of a scale in the bowl, which measures remaining food—not just what was released. Together with sensors and the companion app, the feeder logs feeding frequency, eating duration, favorite time slots, and eating speed. Users can view their cats’ eating patterns in daily, weekly, monthly, or yearly charts—making subtle changes in appetite or routine easier to spot.
Feeding can be done in two ways: Scheduled Mode, with fixed mealtimes and portion sizes, and Smart Refill Mode, which automatically provides smaller portions throughout the day while stopping once a set daily limit is met. Additional perks of the camera-equipped models include night vision, two-way audio, and custom voice messages to call pets to feeding time. Alerts go out for low food levels, jams, or low battery; plus, a backup rechargeable battery keeps things running during power outages.
Costs & Trade-Offs
While the hardware includes many smart features, some advanced functionality comes behind a paywall. Health metric tracking requires a Petlibro Care subscription ($59.99/year), and video cloud storage and playback on models with cameras demand an annual Video Cloud plan ($119.99/year). The price point of Granary 2 units is significantly higher than simpler feeders: alternatives like the Pawsync model offer scale-based portion control without camera recognition at lower cost.
Granary 2 feeders are currently available with discounts via Amazon during Prime Deal Days, with the offer ending October 7.
Every cat owner’s challenge is balancing cost, convenience, and care. Petlibro’s Granary 2 series seems to deliver on all three—especially in multi-cat settings where tracking who eats what and when really matters. The real test will be whether the subscription costs stay reasonable and how well the AI-based identification works in busy household settings.
