Best Automatic Fish Feeders

The Eheim company offers a great automatic feeding unit for everyday use, no matter whether you're at home or away. With thousands of positive reviews on Amazon, it's currently one of the most popular products on the market. And let's check what the hype is all about.

To begin with, we would like to point out that this feeder is compatible with most types of food intended for both freshwater and marine fish. Additionally, it can dispense food for amphibians and reptiles. It comes with a universal installation clamp and can be attached to most aquariums and terrariums with ease.

The EHEIM feeder has a 3.3 fl. ounce capacity and can last for up to 6 weeks depending on the type of food and the amount dispensed. To prevent under- or over-feeding, the unit has an adjustable slider allowing you to set desired portions according to your fish. When a sliding "door" is open to the maximum, it creates approximately a 5/8" opening.

Overall, the feeder is quite easy to set up and use. The package includes the Easy Start Guide with detailed information on how to set the feeding schedule. By pressing splash-proof buttons, you can program the feeder for up to 4 feedings daily (from 1 to 2 rotations per time). Plus, you can always press the manual release button to feed your fish outside pre-set times.

Lastly, we would like to highlight that this feeder is made with the integrated fan and ventilation system that will keep the food dry. So, with the Eheim Automatic unit, you can go on vacation without worrying about your fish!

The Torlam Auto Fish Feeder is a pretty versatile product that accommodates most types of fish food and can be mounted to just about any aquarium. According to the shape of your tank, you can either attach the feeder to its rim or stick the unit on the tank cover. And thanks to the 360° rotation of the feeder pedestal, you can rotate it to the most convenient position after installation. As a nice touch, a hanger and a double-side sticker for multiple installation methods are already included in the package.

Moving on, we would like to stress that the feeder has quite a large capacity and holds flakes, pellets, crumbles, and strip food. However, take note that the flakes should be of a small, consistent size. And if you've got giant flakes, it's better to pinch them up to smaller pieces. Otherwise, they might block the action of the feeder.

Programming is quite self-explanatory, though the instructions are a little weird. The AquaBlue can be set for up to 4 automatic feedings, at any hour of the day or night. Plus, you can program it to revolve once, twice, or even triple times. The hatch-style feed door is also completely customizable to let you decide how much food you want to dispense at each mealtime.

In all, we found this unit to be a well-balanced feeder that can accommodate any type of food and dispense it for several weeks. And since it mounts easily on the side or the top of a fish tank, it'll suit just about any aquarium.

If you live a busy life and sometimes forget to feed your fish, the Zacro Automatic Fish Feeder can be the perfect solution. Unlike most other models designed for occasional use, this one has two methods of power supply - USB or disposable batteries. Built with a large-capacity lithium battery, the unit can run for 3-6 months on a single charge depending on the dispensing schedule. This way, if you choose USB charging, you won't need to spend money on disposable batteries repeatedly. Not to mention, you'll make a contribution to energy saving and environmental protection.

The unit uses a standard micro-USB cable and arrives partially charged, meaning you can start using it right out-of-the-box. To install the Zacro feeder on an aquarium, you simply need to attach it onto your fish tank and rotate the button. It fits any glass walls with a thickness of up to 0.95". By the way, a strong 3M sticker is included in the set as well.

Another thing that makes this electronic feeder well-suitable for constant use is the large capacity of the inner container. In total, the feeder can hold 200ml of granules, flakes, and powders. It also works well with larger pellets that would get stuck in many other feeders (the disposal opening here can be set from 1/3" to 1").

Pouring the food inside is an easy job as well - you can either remove the whole drum or just open a section to add some fish food. So, if you need an easy-to-use feeder for constant food supply, the Zacro model fits that bill perfectly.

The automatic fish feeder by Petacc is another decent product that is worth your attention. It arrives nicely packed in a sturdy box with clear instructions and everything else needed for installation. For more flexible use, the feeder has an interchangeable base and can be either mounted flat on top of the aquarium surface or clamped on the side edge. The feeder has a handy clip that can be tightened up to 0.9", and the double-sided sticker is also supplied with the purchase.

However, take note that the package lacks the AA batteries required for operation, so you'll need to buy them additionally. As a nice touch, the unit is fitted with a battery indicator showing you how much power remains. Therefore, you'll always know when to replace the batteries before going on a business trip or vacation.

Speaking about the schedule program timer, it's very easy to set up and use. It enables you to schedule the feeder up to 4 exact feeding times per day (a single, double or triple feeding). When dispensing, the fish feeder is very quiet.

The device is simple in maintenance too. The food tank is removable, so it can be easily cleaned of residue under a tap. Adding the fish food to the feeder isn't a problem either. Hence, we can conclude that the Petacc fish food dispenser is a very nice product to have at your disposal. It's unpretentious in maintenance, adaptable, and quite easy to use.

If you don't spend time away from home that often and don't want to shell out much money on a fish feeder you're going to use once or twice a year, you may really like the Upettools model. It's a very simple unit that has no extra frills that jack up the cost and comes at a very moderate price.

This feeding station has no LCD display but still lets you choose between two different timer setting modes, 12 and 24 hours. Also, there is a manual feeding option enabling you to feed fish at any time without resetting the timer settings.

As for the size of servings, you also have an option to select either 1.7 fl. ounces or 3.4 fl. ounces at a time. We would recommend that you err on the side of underfeeding at first, as overfeeding might be detrimental to your aquarium fish.

Also, you should make sure the feeder is installed over the water level to keep the food dry and to prevent jamming. Placing it over an air stone or HOB filter isn't recommended either, since the water splashes may end up around and inside the container. If you stick to these simple rules, you can expect a long life of the device and the happy life of your fish.

To recap, if you need a frills-free automatic fish feeder for occasional use, this one is a worthy investment. It won't break the bank but will accommodate most types of fish food and deliver it timely.