Editor's Choice - Our Favorite boxtech Automatic Fish Feeders

1. BOXTECH Fish Dispenser - Aquarium Tank Timer Fish Feeder Two 1.5V Battery Operated Programmable - Au...

User Ratings: 43 13

boxtech First Impressions

"Very quiet in operation."

It's been two weeks and Betta Boy has figured out who feeds him now. That is the only potential issue with automatic feeders. The size of the food compartment is huge depending on the number of fish you have. Otherwise you will no doubt eventually get water in there. Unfortunately, most pet store aquariums do have a lip. On this one you don't have to reset anything when filling. I learned this the hard way coming back from a one week vacation.

  • BOXTECH Fish Dispenser - Aquarium Tank Timer Fish Feeder Two 1.5V Battery Operated Programmable - Auto Fish Food Dispenser (Packed Without Batteries)
  • Automatic & Timer Feeding:Feed your fish at a scheduled time (once or twice per day), or you can immediately initiate a feeding by pressing “manual” button. When you not at home,don't need to worry your fish nobody feed
  • Battery Operated Automatic Food Timer: Battery operated Automatic food timer is brand new and its mini unique shape, it has the bracket, can clamp on to any tank, space-saving for your aquarium.(Battery not included)
  • Multiple Use: Works with most types of fish food, such as flakes, pellets, powders and strips,fit for fish tank and aquarium, and you can even feed most of pet fishes, turtles, newts and frogs
  • Easy Use: After installing two 1.5V batteries, hold down the "ON/OFF/M" button for 3S to turn on/turn off. By adjusting the slider, you may increase or decrease the amount of food dispensed per rotation. Easily control the amount of fish food dispensed by yourself
  • Safe CONVENIENT:Safe and convenient automatic feeder is simple to install and operate
  • Manufacture: BOXTECH
  • Item Weight: 7 ounces
  • Product Dimensions: 4.5 x 2.5 x 3.5 inches
  • Batteries: 2 AA batteries required.
  • Editor's Impressions Of The boxtech
  • Quality [star rating='2.7']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.2']
  • Affordability [star rating='4']

boxtech Final Thoughts

"Highly recommended."

I tried his usual food pellets and quickly decided that they would not work at all. The size of the tank is too small to recommend. Overall, this product has been great. For the price, I do not regret my purchase. Must be at least 1 or it will not feed at all. And yes, you can use flake food like I do, just fine. I have a one gallon tank with a betta.

Overall Score
3.7

[star rating="3.7"]
(142 Points)

2. DollaTek Fish Tank Smart Feeder Aquarium Smart Fish Feeder Automatic Feeder Aquarium Supplies

User Ratings: 50

DollaTek First Impressions

"Overall, a good product."

There are a couple ways to mount this feeder. Overall, this product has been great. I have mine set at the smallest possible opening. And yes, you can use flake food like I do, just fine. Sure the stench is appalling but he's fed. I have no complaints and fish are happy. There is a small sliding door that allows the food to escape.

  • DollaTek Fish Tank Smart Feeder Aquarium Smart Fish Feeder Automatic Feeder Aquarium Supplies
  • Two ration-adjustable boxes: This automatic fish feeder has two sizes of fish food dispenser boxes (50g and 100g). You can adjust the feed ration each time using the adjustment switch on the fish feed dispenser box.
  • Two automatic feeding modes: This automatic fish feeder has two timer setting modes, 12 hours and 24 hours. There is also a manual feeding option. Pressing manual feeding does not change the automatic feeding mode. There is no need to worry about overfeeding, as the feed rotates once every time.
  • Convenient to use: The automatic fish feeder can feed food even when the customer is absent, so it is safe for travel and business trips, so it is very easy to install and can be easily installed in a water tank with a dedicated unit or fixed It can be installed with a sticker. (The power supply must use two 1.5V AA batteries. Not included)
  • Feed Type: Feed all types of fish, including flakes, pellets, powder and strips. Ideal for home aquariums and aquariums. You can feed most pet fish, turtles, newts and frogs.
  • Manufacture: DollaTek
  • Item Weight: 10.6 ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The DollaTek
  • Quality [star rating='3.1']
  • Value For Money [star rating='2.6']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.7']

DollaTek Final Thoughts

"Works really well."

Battery indicator on the display lets you know how much battery life remains. So far I have only used flake food in it, but it's handling it just fine. It runs off batteries so it lasts the full two weeks they are gone. Otherwise you can hang this pretty much anywhere if your tank doesn't have a cover. You slide the opening to adjust how much food you want to come out. There is a small sliding door that allows the food to escape. I tried his usual food pellets and quickly decided that they would not work at all.

Overall Score
3.5

[star rating="3.5"]
(2 Points)

3. (3 Pack) Vacation Feeder - Crab Shape - 7-Day (1 Feeder Per Pack)

ProBalance First Impressions

"This thing worked great."

Suitable for locating anywhere on the tank ledge. The only other thing that you should be aware of is the large size of the unit. There is a small sliding door that allows the food to escape. I figured too much food was better than too little. The barrel with the food spins at each specified feeding time. However, this is not a good fit for that purpose. The unit itself is very sturdy and well made.

  • (3 Pack) Vacation Feeder - Crab Shape - 7-Day (1 Feeder Per Pack)
  • 3 Packages each containing 1 Feeder Block
  • Great for all tropical fish
  • This crab-shaped block feeds aquarium fish for up to 7 days
  • Each block is 2" x 2" x 0.25" thick
  • Manufacture: Penn-Plax
  • Product Dimensions: 6 x 4 x 1 inches; 3 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The ProBalance
  • Quality [star rating='5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='5']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.6']

ProBalance Final Thoughts

"Love this feeder."

They even include two alkaline AA batteries in the box. It runs off batteries so it lasts the full two weeks they are gone. Another nice feature is the feeder will rotate on its screw attachment base. Only downside was that the hole was too big for red tiny bit fish food. So you don't have to constantly be adding food. Otherwise, food collects itself on the rear side of aquarium. Other than this complicated setting, it's very easy to use.

Overall Score
5.0

[star rating="5"]
(2 Points)

4. Fluval PF2 Programmable Fish Feeder, 85 ml

User Ratings: 27 16

Fluval 10786 First Impressions

"Works as advertised."

Otherwise you can hang this pretty much anywhere if your tank doesn't have a cover. There are a couple ways to mount this feeder. It takes 3 presses of the set button to move to the 3rd feeding time. My son loves this automatic fish feeder. Another big tip for flake food users. USB charging is quick and easy and uses a standard micro USB cable. Not carbon zinc, alkaline batteries.

  • Fluval PF2 Programmable Fish Feeder, 85 ml
  • Fits seamlessly with the Fluval FLEX 32.5 US Gal (123 L) aquarium (Item # 14995, 14996)
  • Two 24-hr operating modes: manual or automatic preset feedings
  • Dispenses food up to 2 times a day
  • Drum capacity: 85 ml
  • For flakes, granules, pellets & freeze-dried food
  • Manufacture: Hagen
  • Product Dimensions: 3.11 x 4.92 x 3.74 inches; 6.35 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Fluval 10786
  • Quality [star rating='2.2']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.1']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.4']

Fluval 10786 Final Thoughts

"Operation wise, no flaws."

Consistent food size is the key to more consistent results. The feeder has helped me automate my tank, which is one less thing to worry about. May want to test it a few times before leaving for a long trip. The pellets stick to the tape and slowly build up clogging the hole. They even include two alkaline AA batteries in the box. You slide the opening to adjust how much food you want to come out. I have a 75 gallon tank, and removed a 1.

Overall Score
3.2

[star rating="3.2"]
(18 Points)

5. Barkmew Automatic Fish Feeder, Moisture-Proof Electric Auto Fish Feeder for Aquarium or Fish Tank, F...

User Ratings: 61 5

Barkmew First Impressions

"I plan to buy it."

One dispensing into a guppy tank once a day. I simply modified my hood to accommodate this feeder. Its alot more simple than how it reads. I mix Omega One Color and Tetra Color flake foods in a ziplock bag. There is a small sliding door that allows the food to escape. Set the hour then minute, then number of rotations at that time. Product does NOT come with required AA batteries.

  • Barkmew Automatic Fish Feeder, Moisture-Proof Electric Auto Fish Feeder for Aquarium or Fish Tank, Fish Food Vacation Feeder Timer Fish Food Dispenser, 200ML, Black
  • 【Programmable】: Barkmew Automatic Fish Feeder allows you to set up to 3 automatic feedings per day. You can program it to feed at any hour of the day or night and have it deliver either a single or double or triple feeding. At the same time, you can also feed manually and experience the fun of feeding.
  • 【Easy to Add Food】: This auto fish feeder adopts top opening design for quickly and easily adding feed, so you can easily increase or decrease the amount of food dispensed without taking down the food bucket. Because of the 360°rotation of the pedestal of this automatic fish feeder, you can rotate it to the satisfying position after it is installed.
  • 【Two Different Fixed Methods】: Our fish feeder is designed with 2 install methods to meet different needs. One is to fix the feeder to the tank wall by using the holder. Another is to paste the feeder with double-side sticker on the tank cover.
  • 【Moisture-Proof】: The hopper with Moisture-resistant design keeps food fresh and dry from getting wet or jammed. The fish food dispenser is suitable for various fish foods such as flakes, pellets, powders and strips.
  • 【Large Food Capacity】: With a capacity of 200ml, its large size holds enough food to keep your fish fat while you’re away. Hatch style feed door is completely adjustable, allowing you to decide how much food is dispensed at each meal.
  • Manufacture: Barkmew
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Barkmew
  • Quality [star rating='4.2']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.1']
  • Affordability [star rating='5']

Barkmew Final Thoughts

"Product works."

Consistent food size is the key to more consistent results. The feeder is also sleek and has a small footprint. I couldn't hear it was running still I saw fish foods in the tank. The feeder has helped me automate my tank, which is one less thing to worry about. The interface on the feeder is extremely user friendly. It has a very good instruction manual and can be followed with ease. I like the fact this uses batteries and not a cable.

Overall Score
4.2

[star rating="4.2"]
(458 Points)

6. XEOGUIYA Cone Red Worm Feeder, Acrylic Fish Tank Feeder Cup Fish Food Dispenser for Aquarium or Fish...

User Ratings: 28

XEOGUIYA First Impressions

"Seems to work good."

This fish feeder is very configurable and reliable. The unit itself is very sturdy and well made. The size of the food compartment is huge depending on the number of fish you have. However, I was able to get it to stay stuck in between two. They mostly were checking in to make sure this EHEIM feeder was working. He eats once a day, but you can set this to feed up to four times a day. You don't have as much control over applications as if you feed by hand.

  • XEOGUIYA Cone Red Worm Feeder, Acrylic Fish Tank Feeder Cup Fish Food Dispenser for Aquarium or Fish Tank
  • V-shape feeder material: Made of high quality acrylic material, durable and strong. Can be used repeatedly, easy to clean.
  • Hole design: Protect mobile food, floating mobile food funnel for worm blood supply, and solve the trouble of eating small food in the fish tank. Form a good aquarium environment.
  • Keep it clean: Food that keeps the aquarium clean will not spread easily. Suitable for feeding: red worms, brine shrimp, blood worms and red nematodes.
  • Easy to install: Each product will be equipped with a powerful suction cup, just unscrew and install. Easy to operate. It can be pasted on the inner wall of the aquarium at will.
  • The package includes: 1X feeding cup; 1X suction cup. (With a small box). It is a good choice for feeding in fish tank or aquarium.
  • Manufacture: XEOGUIYA
  • Editor's Impressions Of The XEOGUIYA
  • Quality [star rating='4.4']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.4']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.6']

XEOGUIYA Final Thoughts

"Works really well."

He eats once a day, but you can set this to feed up to four times a day. Not carbon zinc, alkaline batteries. Taping a piece of ribbon in place worked out better. He and his wife travel to India to see his in-laws. They have fish and the need for them to be fed was much needed. Suitable for locating anywhere on the tank ledge. There was no problem mounting the unit on the lip of the bowl.

Overall Score
4.0

[star rating="4"]
(4 Points)

7. Auto Fish Feeder Aquarium Tank Programmable Food Dispenser w/Timer, Large Capacity Feed Bucket, Mois...

BEYST First Impressions

"I was a happy camper!"

This fish feeder is very configurable and reliable. All the time and effort I could have saved. You slide the opening to adjust how much food you want to come out. USB charging is quick and easy and uses a standard micro USB cable. This thing must be running on uranium. The battery is a rechargeable lithium battery that comes with a usb cable. Otherwise you can hang this pretty much anywhere if your tank doesn't have a cover.

  • Auto Fish Feeder Aquarium Tank Programmable Food Dispenser w/Timer, Large Capacity Feed Bucket, Moisture Prevents Design Hands Free & Silent Electric Fish Feeder for Holiday Vacation
  • Large capacity- About 100 g large-capacity feed bucket, Great for many kinds of fish foods, such as flake feed, pellet feed, powder and strip of feed.
  • Moisture Prevents Design- Moisture-resistant hopper keeps fish food dry, won’t get wet or jammed.It accommodates most types of food, including flakes, pellets or crumbles.
  • Silent- The operating noise of the feeder is below 35db.It is difficult to hear its operating noise on a quiet night.
  • Durable Material- Made of plastic material, durable and not easy to break. Suitable for a variety of fish feed such as granules, flakes, powders.
  • Application- For you are busy at work, on holiday, business or on trip.
  • Manufacture: BEYST
  • Item Weight: 0.352 ounces
  • Product Dimensions: 12.6 x 3.94 x 3.15 inches
  • Editor's Impressions Of The BEYST
  • Quality [star rating='4.6']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.2']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.4']

BEYST Final Thoughts

"Love this feeder."

Programming feeding times is easy using the instructions provided. I bought this feeder to use on my betta tank for weeks when I go home from college. Programming was not too difficult, but does need careful reading. I also find it much easier to program. This thing must be running on uranium. I like the fact this uses batteries and not a cable. I figured too much food was better than too little.

Overall Score
5.0

[star rating="5"]
(2 Points)

8. Aquabasik Automatic Fish Feeder for Fish Tank Aquarium Digital Electric Auto Moisture-Proof Vacation...

User Ratings: 52 24

Aquabasik First Impressions

"Seems to work good."

Taping a piece of ribbon in place worked out better. Consistent food size is the key to more consistent results. Forgetting to feed your fish will not happen again with this Auto Fish Feeder. I like the fact this uses batteries and not a cable. Don't lose the instructions or you'll go crazy trying to program it. This does everything but fill itself with food. And yes, you can use flake food like I do, just fine.

  • Aquabasik Automatic Fish Feeder for Fish Tank Aquarium Digital Electric Auto Moisture-Proof Vacation Fish Food Dispenser
  • [Easy Operation & Wide Application]: AquaBasik Automatic Aquarium Feeder, with control panel and LCD screen to easily set mode and ensure you never missing a feeding due to vacations or busy weekends, universal for different pets, such as fish, turtle, newt and frog, the best choice for your household aquarium
  • [2 Feeding Modes]: Timed mode up to 4-times automatic feeding per day with 360 degree rotational container (1 to 3 times rotation on your demand) for controlling quantity of food, helps your fish to develop a good eating habit; Manual mode to press 1 button by yourself for enjoying the fun of feeding instantly
  • [2 Installation Methods]: To install the feeder on the side of aquarium with adjustable clamp on the pedestal (thickness less than 25mm); Or using adhesive tape to easily stick the feeder on the cover of aquarium; 360 degree rotatable pedestal for different position installation & different angle feeding
  • [Moisture-resistant Container with Large Capacity]: 200ml container fits various fish foods like flakes, pellets and strips; Moisture- resistance keeps food dry and clean for pet's health; Slide out lid design for convenient food loading
  • [Low Power Consumption]: Powered by AA batteries that can last for 3 to 6 months, don't worry about plugging it into an outlet; Overall Dimension(LxWxH): 5 7/8" x 4 5/16" x 2 15/16" (15 x 11 x 7.5 cm)
  • 1x Automatic Fish Feeder
  • 1x Adhesive Tape
  • 1x Manual
  • Manufacture: Yescom
  • Product Dimensions: 5.9 x 4.33 x 2.95 inches; 9.38 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Aquabasik
  • Quality [star rating='3.5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.6']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.4']

Aquabasik Final Thoughts

"Seems to work good."

Another big tip for flake food users. USB charging is quick and easy and uses a standard micro USB cable. Sure the stench is appalling but he's fed. This will ruin li-ion batteries over time. I have the Stage 2 round pellet feed. Overall, this product has been great. The interface on the feeder is extremely user friendly.

Overall Score
3.8

[star rating="3.8"]
(5 Points)

9. BOXTECH Fish Dispenser - Aquarium Tank Timer Fish Feeder Two 1.5V Battery Operated Programmable - Au...

User Ratings: 43 13

boxtech First Impressions

"Very quiet in operation."

It's been two weeks and Betta Boy has figured out who feeds him now. That is the only potential issue with automatic feeders. The size of the food compartment is huge depending on the number of fish you have. Otherwise you will no doubt eventually get water in there. Unfortunately, most pet store aquariums do have a lip. On this one you don't have to reset anything when filling. I learned this the hard way coming back from a one week vacation.

  • BOXTECH Fish Dispenser - Aquarium Tank Timer Fish Feeder Two 1.5V Battery Operated Programmable - Auto Fish Food Dispenser (Packed Without Batteries)
  • Automatic & Timer Feeding:Feed your fish at a scheduled time (once or twice per day), or you can immediately initiate a feeding by pressing “manual” button. When you not at home,don't need to worry your fish nobody feed
  • Battery Operated Automatic Food Timer: Battery operated Automatic food timer is brand new and its mini unique shape, it has the bracket, can clamp on to any tank, space-saving for your aquarium.(Battery not included)
  • Multiple Use: Works with most types of fish food, such as flakes, pellets, powders and strips,fit for fish tank and aquarium, and you can even feed most of pet fishes, turtles, newts and frogs
  • Easy Use: After installing two 1.5V batteries, hold down the "ON/OFF/M" button for 3S to turn on/turn off. By adjusting the slider, you may increase or decrease the amount of food dispensed per rotation. Easily control the amount of fish food dispensed by yourself
  • Safe CONVENIENT:Safe and convenient automatic feeder is simple to install and operate
  • Manufacture: BOXTECH
  • Item Weight: 7 ounces
  • Product Dimensions: 4.5 x 2.5 x 3.5 inches
  • Batteries: 2 AA batteries required.
  • Editor's Impressions Of The boxtech
  • Quality [star rating='2.7']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.2']
  • Affordability [star rating='4']

boxtech Final Thoughts

"Highly recommended."

I tried his usual food pellets and quickly decided that they would not work at all. The size of the tank is too small to recommend. Overall, this product has been great. For the price, I do not regret my purchase. Must be at least 1 or it will not feed at all. And yes, you can use flake food like I do, just fine. I have a one gallon tank with a betta.

Overall Score
3.7

[star rating="3.7"]
(142 Points)

10. IntelliFeed Optional 6V Power Adapter

User Ratings: 72 14

IntelliFeed Power Adapter Intellifeed Adapter First Impressions

"Ease of use, five stars."

I have not, however, tested it with pelleted food. Easy to setup and ability to set a desired feed schedule. It is tied down to keep it from falling into the tank. I have mine set at the smallest possible opening. I uploaded a video so if you found this helpful please give it a thumbs up. Easy to setup and ability to set a desired feed schedule. Comes on a swivel bracket to accommodate special angles for installation.

  • IntelliFeed Optional 6V Power Adapter
  • Fits Lifegard Intellifeed Fish Feeder
  • Approved alternative to 4AA Batteries
  • Great for continual use where batteries would wear out
  • Manufacture: Lifegard Aquatics
  • Product Dimensions: 3 x 1.5 x 3 inches; 4.8 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The IntelliFeed Power Adapter Intellifeed Adapter
  • Quality [star rating='3.3']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.8']
  • Affordability [star rating='5']

IntelliFeed Power Adapter Intellifeed Adapter Final Thoughts

"Recommend!"

It is the quiet feeder I ever have. The size of the food compartment is huge depending on the number of fish you have. Product does NOT come with required AA batteries. The interface on the feeder is extremely user friendly. Online instructions are not much help. The pellets stick to the tape and slowly build up clogging the hole. It took a min to figure out the instructions.

Overall Score
4.2

[star rating="4.2"]
(15 Points)

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