In-depth review
HoneyGuaridan A36 Review (2027)
In-depth review of the HoneyGuaridan A36: budget dual-bowl feeding for two cats, timer scheduling, and splitter accuracy.
HoneyGuaridan A36 Automatic Cat Feeder for Two Cats
A budget dual-bowl feeder with a splitter made for two-cat meals.
Our verdict
The A36 is the honest budget route to two-cat feeding: a splitter that serves two bowls together, a timer that needs no app or account, and battery backup for outages. Portion splitting is approximate and the finish is plain, but the core promise, both cats fed at the same moment for a modest price, is delivered. For peaceful pairs it makes premium dual-bowl feeders look optional.
What we like
- Two bowls fed through a splitter so both cats are served together
- On-unit timer scheduling keeps working with no app and no account
- Voice recording option calls cats to the bowls at mealtime
- Battery backup protects the schedule during outages
What to watch out for
- Both bowls get the same kibble, so prescription diets for one cat are not possible
- Portion splitting is mechanical, so exact half-and-half servings can vary slightly
- Determined cats can still swap bowls after their own is empty
What owners report: HoneyGuaridan A36 Automatic Cat Feeder for Two Cats
Synthesized from recurring themes in long-term owner feedback.
Most praised
- The splitter serving both bowls together keeps peaceful pairs eating side by side
- A timer that lives on the unit keeps working with no account, app or network
- Battery backup has carried the schedule through outages without a missed meal
Common complaints
- Both bowls receive the same kibble, so a prescription diet for one cat rules it out
- The mechanical split is not perfectly even, and one bowl can land slightly fuller
- Bowl swapping after serving still happens in homes with one pushy eater
Who it is for
Budget-conscious owners of two cats that eat the same kibble and get along at mealtimes, who prefer a timer over an app.
How the two-cat splitter works
A scheduled portion drops through a two-way splitter into a bowl on each side. Both cats are served in the same second, which is the fairness mechanism that matters; precision splitting is secondary and varies slightly by kibble shape. Position the bowls so each cat has a natural side and enough elbow room, and most pairs settle into their own bowl within days.
Timer control and voice call
Scheduling happens on the unit: several meals a day with portions set per meal, plus a short voice recording that plays as food drops. There is no app to update, no account to create, and nothing to reconnect after a router change. The trade-off is equally clear: no remote feeding, no phone alerts, and changes require being in the room.
Capacity and backup power
The hopper in the roughly 3.5 L class runs two average cats for well over a week, and AC power with battery backup keeps the timer honest through outages. Standard cat kibble within the size limit flows best; very large pieces can bridge at the splitter, so this feeder rewards ordinary kibble.
Key specifications
- Capacity
- About 3.5 L
- Meals per day
- About up to 6
- Portion size
- Portions set per meal and split between two bowls
- Power
- AC adapter with battery backup
- Bowl type
- Dual bowls with a two-way splitter
Also consider
oneisall 5G WiFi Automatic Cat Feeder for 2 Cats
The dual-bowl 5G WiFi feeder built for two cats eating side by side.
Why consider it: App scheduling, a feeding log, and equal two-bowl portions in a WiFi design.
- Capacity: 5 L (about 20 cups)
- Connectivity: 5G and 2.4G WiFi with app control
VOLUAS Automatic Cat Feeder with Timer
A straightforward timer feeder that skips the app entirely.
Why consider it: A larger single-bowl timer feeder if your two cats actually eat at different times.
- Capacity: About 4 L
- Meals per day: About up to 4
Research-based assessment. TrueGear has not hands-on tested this product; this evaluation synthesizes manufacturer specifications, retailer documentation, and published expert reviews.
Questions, answered
Is the A36 good for cats on different diets?
No. One hopper holds one kibble and both bowls receive it. Different diets require separate feeders in separate spots.
How equal are the two portions?
Roughly equal, with small variation from kibble shape and flow. Over a full day the difference is minor, but it is not precise enough for strict medical rations.
Does the A36 work without WiFi?
Yes, completely. Programming is on the unit and the schedule runs on its timer with battery backup, no network involved.