#2 Overall wet/dry · 5 meals Updated 8 September 2026
Cat Mate C500
The wet-food specialist — five sealed, ice-pack-chilled meals on a timer
THE undig SCORE — 3 SOURCES, UNTANGLED
86
Out of 100
Key characteristics
Type
Timed / Wi-FiHopper
Up to ~5 LApp
2.4 GHz Wi-FiBackup
Battery powerHighlights
- ✓ Five sealed compartments for wet or dry food
- ✓ Two ice packs keep wet food fresh
- ✓ Digital timer, up to 5 programmed meals
- ✓ Dishwasher-safe bowls and lid
Our take
The reviewers' pick for wet food: five sealed compartments rotate on a timer, chilled by two ice packs so fresh food keeps for the day. Simple, reliable and easy to clean — no app, but for scheduled wet meals it's the one testers keep recommending.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- + Handles wet food, not just kibble
- + Ice packs keep meals fresh
- + Simple, reliable timer
- + Easy to clean, dishwasher-safe
Cons
- − No app or Wi-Fi
- − Only five meals before a refill
- − Ice packs need refreezing
Review sources
We aggregate scores from these sources. Each source is weighted by credibility tier.
C
Cats.com Expert · Tier B
Best for Wet Food
88
R
Reviewed Expert · Tier B
87
T
The Spruce Pets Expert · Tier B
84
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