Why it matters
FEELNEEDY's battery-powered fountain goes anywhere without an outlet. The tank is thickened 304 stainless steel, and the filter sits behind a clear window so you can see when it's dirty.
Three modes include a sensor mode with a 120° by 5 ft range that runs water when your cat approaches. Multi-stage filtration removes hair and impurities; FEELNEEDY says to change the filter every 2 to 4 weeks.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Good fit if
- Spots without an outlet
- Cord chewers
- Multi-cat homes
Look elsewhere if
- Owners who won't recharge
- Very heavy drinkers
- Cats that drink without triggering a sensor
Pros and cons
Pros
- Cordless
- Stainless tank
- Visible filter
Cons
- Recharging
- Sensor may miss quiet drinkers
- Filter cost
Limitations to weigh
- Take the fountain apart and clean the pump at least weekly; slime builds fastest in warm rooms and with wet-food eaters.
- Battery fountains only run when charged; sensor modes stretch the charge but may not run for cats that drink quietly.
- Change filters on the maker's schedule; the cost-per-month calculator shows what that adds up to.
Specifications
Every figure below comes from the source shown in brackets. Where the maker doesn't state something, we say so instead of estimating.
| Material | Stainless Steel | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| Product weight | 1 kg | Retailer |
| Dimensions (seller) | 8.58"L x 8.46"W x 6.69"H | Retailer |
| Breed size | Small | Retailer |
| In the pack | 1 Count | Retailer |
| Pieces | 1 | Retailer |
| In the box | Charging Cable, Filter, Pet Water Fountain, Sponge | Retailer |
| Model number | FN-W17 | Retailer |
| Power source | Battery Powered | Retailer |
| Voltage | 5 volts_of_direct_current | Retailer |
| Features (seller) | 3 Working Modes, Dishwasher Safe, Visible Filter Window, Visual Filter Design | Retailer |
| Capacity | 3.2 liters | Retailer |
| Filter change (maker) | every 2-4 weeks | Retailer |
Alternatives worth comparing
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- FEELNEEDY Water and Battery Separation Fountain
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- FEELNEEDY Wireless Wastewater-Separation Fountain 3.5L
- WOPET Cordless Ceramic Fountain
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Final verdict
A well-thought-out cordless fountain.
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