Why it matters
Dockstream 1 runs on a 5,000 mAh rechargeable battery with a wireless pump. Its induction mode uses a radar sensor to run water for 42 seconds when a pet approaches, saving power.
A vertical filtration system cleans and oxygenates the water, and the design reduces internal cleaning. It holds 2.5 L.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Good fit if
- Spots without an outlet
- Single cats
- Cord chewers
Look elsewhere if
- Owners who won't recharge
- Very heavy drinkers
- Cats that drink without triggering a sensor
Pros and cons
Pros
- 5,000 mAh
- Radar mode
- Wireless pump
Cons
- No app
- Recharging
- 2.5 L
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 | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), Stainless Steel | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| Product weight | 2.6 pounds | Retailer |
| Dimensions (seller) | 9.25"L x 6.54"W x 6.3"H | Retailer |
| Breed size | Small | Retailer |
| In the pack | 1 Count | Retailer |
| Pieces | 1 | Retailer |
| In the box | 1x AC Power Adapter, 1x Cleaning Brush, 1x Dockstream Battery Operated Cat Water Fountain, 1x Multi-layer Filter & Pump Sponge, 1x Wireless Pump | Retailer |
| Model number | PLWF115 | Retailer |
| Warranty | 24 months | Retailer |
| Power source | Battery Powered | Retailer |
| Features (seller) | automatic cat water fountain with stainless steel tray, battery operated wireless cat water fountain, cat fountains for drinking, cat water dispenser, water fountains for cats indoor | Retailer |
| Capacity | 2.5 liters | Retailer |
Alternatives worth comparing
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Final verdict
A dependable cordless fountain.
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