Smart feeders have become one of the most crowded categories in pet tech, with companies like Petlibro leading the charge. Their latest offering, the Granary 2 series, is designed to give cat parents a clearer picture of what their pets are actually eating, from how much food they consume to how long they spend eating and whether their habits change over time.

The series includes four models, priced from $129.99 to $249.99. The Granary 2 Vision, which is the one I tested, adds an AI-powered camera capable of recognizing up to 10 cats and tracking each pet’s individual eating habits. The feeder can measure food in the tray, allowing it to track not only how much food was dispensed but also how much remains in the bowl.

It tracks intake, eating duration, feeding frequency, as well as favorite eating times and eating speed. Over time, the companion app builds a picture of your pet’s normal eating patterns, with daily, weekly, monthly and yearly views, which could make it easier to notice subtle changes in appetite or routine that might otherwise go unnoticed.

It’s important to note, however, that some of the Granary 2’s more advanced features are tied to Petlibro’s subscription services. Certain health tracking and monitoring features require a Petlibro Care subscription (starting at $59.99 per year), while cloud recording and playback on camera-equipped models require paying for a Video Cloud plan ($119.99 per year).

Overall, I do think this is one of the best feeders I’ve tested, but if you’re looking for a more affordable option, the closest comparison is Pawsync’s $79.99 feeder. It uses a built-in scale to ensure accurate portions, along with settings designed to help prevent both underfeeding and overfeeding.