Editor's Choice - Our Favorite Tetra Automatic Fish Feeders

1. Tetra 77151 TetraWeekend Tropical Slow-Release 5-Day Feeder, 4 Count

User Ratings: 68 7

Tetra First Impressions

"Product works great."

The rechargeable battery makes me feel better about the environment. That number of rotations shows as tiny number in the left-most lower window. Otherwise you can hang this pretty much anywhere if your tank doesn't have a cover. Programming was not too difficult, but does need careful reading. Otherwise you will no doubt eventually get water in there. This would have been a great investment when I started my aquarium 30 years ago. 3-second Long Press on rightmost button turns feeder on and off.

  • Tetra 77151 TetraWeekend Tropical Slow-Release 5-Day Feeder, 4 Count
  • TetraWeekend Tropical Slow-Release Feeder, 4-Pack.
  • Feeds up to 5 days per block.
  • Plaster-free gel formula.
  • Does not cloud water.
  • ProCare nutrition for tropical fish.
  • Manufacture: Tetra Second Nature
  • Product Dimensions: 6 x 5.6 x 1.2 inches; 2.4 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Tetra
  • Quality [star rating='3.5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='5']
  • Affordability [star rating='5']

Tetra Final Thoughts

"Product works."

I have a 75 gallon tank, and removed a 1. I feed small pellet food, about the size of sand. The clamp is sturdy but could be improved by rubberized grips for the tank glass. I feed small pellet food, about the size of sand. Sure the stench is appalling but he's fed. I am very happy to own this feeder. Finally, I can take a vacation without worrying about who to ask to feed my fish.

Overall Score
4.2

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

Peoples Choice - Other Highly Rated Tetra Automatic Fish Feeders

2. Tetra Connect Curved Aquarium Kit 28 Gallon

User Ratings: 43 21

Tetra AQ-78247 First Impressions

"The motor is very quiet."

Another big tip for flake food users. The clamp is sturdy but could be improved by rubberized grips for the tank glass. Must be at least 1 or it will not feed at all. It took a min to figure out the instructions. I uploaded a video so if you found this helpful please give it a thumbs up. You don't have as much control over applications as if you feed by hand. They mostly were checking in to make sure this EHEIM feeder was working.

  • Tetra Connect Curved Aquarium Kit 28 Gallon
  • CONNECTED AQUARIUM FEEDER: Dispenses food automatically to your fish, pet amphibians and pet turtles.
  • SIMPLE TO USE: Mounts to your aquarium to feed fish while you’re away.
  • WORKS WITH FLAKES OR CRISPS: 96 mL food chamber is designed to help prevent clogging – protects food from UV light and moisture.
  • PRECISE DOSING: Feeds the right amount of food every time – the Tetra My Aquarium app offers customized dosing recommendations.
  • Manufacture: Spectrum Brands
  • Product Dimensions: 3.38 x 4 x 6.38 inches; 1.06 Pounds
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Tetra AQ-78247
  • Quality [star rating='3.3']
  • Value For Money [star rating='2.9']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.5']

Tetra AQ-78247 Final Thoughts

"Overall, a good product."

Unfortunately, most pet store aquariums do have a lip. Online instructions are not much help. Set the hour then minute, then number of rotations at that time. I can leave town and not worry about the fish. Also don't leave the USB port connected to a charger all the time. Otherwise you will no doubt eventually get water in there. I learned this the hard way coming back from a one week vacation.

Overall Score
3.5

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

3. HDE Automatic Fish Feeder for Fish Tank Aquarium [WIFI Enabled, Programmable Timer] Auto Fish Feeder...

User Ratings: 55 16

HDE First Impressions

"I have it set on about 1."

I saw another reviewer who said they had two of these on their tank. It works great and kept our fish live for a month absence. I even watched them being fed on the home video cameras while I was away. Other than this complicated setting, it's very easy to use. The cup is removable and there is a large door on the side as well. I like to keep consistency with the tank. Otherwise you will no doubt eventually get water in there.

  • HDE Automatic Fish Feeder for Fish Tank Aquarium [WIFI Enabled, Programmable Timer] Auto Fish Feeders Electronic Food Dispenser for Feeding Fish on Vacation
  • Great way to feed your fish if you are away from home during feeding times
  • Smart App controlled automatic fish feeder takes the guess work out of aquatic pet care and simplifies your life
  • Easy setup and installation ensures you never miss a feeding due to vacations or busy weekends | Tablet or smartphone required
  • Fish feeder is easy to install and set up in your tank or aquarium includes the clamp and double-sided tape for use in either open or enclosed environments
  • Automatic fish feeder is powered by included Micro USB Cable and AC wall plug, no more worries about dead batteries
  • Manufacture: HDE
  • Editor's Impressions Of The HDE
  • Quality [star rating='4.5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.4']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.9']

HDE Final Thoughts

"The motor is very quiet."

Yes, if you have the door open too much it'll dump food in. There is a small sliding door that allows the food to escape. I have used this every day for a year and love it. So you don't have to constantly be adding food. Taping a piece of ribbon in place worked out better. You also have the ability to set the portion of feed to be dropped. All the time and effort I could have saved.

Overall Score
3.9

[star rating="3.9"]
(138 Points)

4. Senzeal Acrylic Shrimp Feeding Tube with Dish Aquarium Fish Tank Feeder for ShrimpTropical Fish (350...

User Ratings: 68 9

Senzeal SZLUS-US-S-040 First Impressions

"I hope this helps."

You can make it work with these, but you need to be careful. This would have been a great investment when I started my aquarium 30 years ago. Not carbon zinc, alkaline batteries. Overall this is a very good feeder. This fish feeder is very configurable and reliable. I have this on a 60 gallon aquarium and so far it's working great! Otherwise you will no doubt eventually get water in there.

  • Senzeal Acrylic Shrimp Feeding Tube with Dish Aquarium Fish Tank Feeder for ShrimpTropical Fish (350mm/13.78'')
  • Made of high quality acrylic + glass, clear enough to perfectly blend in your aquarium or fish tank.
  • Easy to feed: Bell-mouthing streamline design, easy for feeding to the round feeder without spilling all over to avoid polluting water.
  • With double sucker nail fixation to hold the tube in aquarium, reliable and removable.
  • Glass shrimp feeder: Delicate, smooth and high brightness, perfectly blend in your tanks to increase the beauty of the landscape.
  • Suitable for benthic animal feeding use, like shrimps, crabs, clams and so on.
  • Manufacture: Senzeal
  • Item Weight: 6.4 ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Senzeal SZLUS-US-S-040
  • Quality [star rating='4.6']
  • Value For Money [star rating='5']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.2']

Senzeal SZLUS-US-S-040 Final Thoughts

"These feeders are simple."

The first opening was way too small. One dispensing into a guppy tank once a day. It has a very good instruction manual and can be followed with ease. Otherwise you will no doubt eventually get water in there. Overall, this product has been great. I uploaded a video so if you found this helpful please give it a thumbs up. The pellets stick to the tape and slowly build up clogging the hole.

Overall Score
4.2

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

5. Lefunpets Automatic Fish Feeder, Aquarium Tank Timer Auto Feeder with 2 Food Dispensers for Aquarium...

User Ratings: 53 10

Lefunpets First Impressions

"Very pleased."

For the price, I do not regret my purchase. However until I find a tank that fits my space, that is it. The unit arrived partially charged. I tried his usual food pellets and quickly decided that they would not work at all. For the price, I do not regret my purchase. All the time and effort I could have saved. There were a few cheaper feeders that I considered.

  • Lefunpets Automatic Fish Feeder, Aquarium Tank Timer Auto Feeder with 2 Food Dispensers for Aquarium or Fish Tank
  • 【Two Timer Feeding Mode】Choosing automatic feed your fish at a scheduled time (once or twice per day)12h/24h, also there is a manual feeding option, pressing manual feeding will not change automatic feeding mode. Free to feed manually.
  • 【Easy to Set Up】Installing AA 1.5V batteries(Battery not included), 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.
  • 【Feeds All Fish Foods】Feeds all kinds of fish food, including flakes, pellets, powders and strips. Ideal for home fish tanks and aquariums. Suitable for most of pet fishes, turtles, newts and frogs feeding.
  • 【Two Adjustable Fish Food Dispenser Boxes】 50g and 100g fish food Dispenser box for your choices to satisfy your needs.
  • 【Simple Install Method】Using a fisher clip, install and hold the fish feeder on the edge of the tank, make parallel with the tank.
  • Manufacture: Lefunpets
  • Product Dimensions: 6.4 x 4.7 x 3.4 inches; 10.56 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Lefunpets
  • Quality [star rating='4.5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.8']
  • Affordability [star rating='3.3']

Lefunpets Final Thoughts

"Use small pellets."

It would probably sell like hot cakes. The rechargeable battery makes me feel better about the environment. You can also set it to feed at up to 4 times a day. I have a one gallon tank with a betta. Comes on a swivel bracket to accommodate special angles for installation. However, I was able to get it to stay stuck in between two. However, this is not a good fit for that purpose.

Overall Score
4.0

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

6. Automatic Fish Feeder, Vacation Fish Feeder, Moisture-Proof Electric Auto Fish Feeder, Digital Fish ...

User Ratings: 55 14

AsiFancy First Impressions

"It meets my expectation."

The interface on the feeder is extremely user friendly. It runs off batteries so it lasts the full two weeks they are gone. I can leave town and not worry about the fish. Comes on a swivel bracket to accommodate special angles for installation. This fish feeder is very configurable and reliable. 5 notches and it's worked perfectly for me. The interface on the feeder is extremely user friendly.

  • Automatic Fish Feeder, Vacation Fish Feeder, Moisture-Proof Electric Auto Fish Feeder, Digital Fish Food Dispenser 200Ml Capacity for Vacation, Daily, Business Trip, Weekend
  • 200ml MOISTURE-PROOF FEEDER DRUM: The automatic fish feeder with super large 200ml feeder drum. Moisture-resistant hopper keeps fish food dry, won’t get wet or jammed. The hatch style feed door is completely adjustable, which allowing you to decide how much food is dispensed at each meal. Your fish will be healthy even if you are away from home or office for more than 21 days.
  • UP TO AUTO FEED 4TIMES PERDAY: According to your demands, you can set up to 4 feeding time every day and 1-3 rotation each time. Besides you can feeding any time at home by press manual button.(If you feel that it is trouble to set the time, then you can choose one-click feeding settings, feeding once at 8am and once at 8pm.)
  • SUPER MUTE & HD LCD DISPLAY: This vacation fish feeder designed with low noise <10db. It will work silent and fish will not be scared off. Even in the midnight, you will not hear any noise at all. Large HD display will show you the instant information included time, battery status, feeding times, manual mode and power key. Please set the feeding time following the instructions.
  • EASY TO ADD FOOD: This fish feed dispenser can be only used for the dry food. Very suitable for pellets, granular, strip and flake fish feeder. It’s easy to add the fish food at the top of the fish feeder, not to take down the food bucket, so you can increase or decrease easily the amount of dispensed food. Because of the 360°rotation of the pedestal of digital fish feeder, you can rotate it to the satisfying position after it is installed.
  • EASY TO INSTALL & CLEAN: The feeder has 2 install methods for you to choose. 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. When you want to clean the feeder drum, please kindly remove it, thoroughly rinse with warm water and clean the drum. Make sure drum is completely dry before adding food.
  • Manufacture: AsiFancy
  • Item Weight: 11 ounces
  • Batteries: 2 AA batteries required. (included)
  • Editor's Impressions Of The AsiFancy
  • Quality [star rating='4.4']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.9']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.3']

AsiFancy Final Thoughts

"So far so good!"

The only other thing that you should be aware of is the large size of the unit. I learned this the hard way coming back from a one week vacation. USB charging is quick and easy and uses a standard micro USB cable. Also don't leave the USB port connected to a charger all the time. I do get food on the edges of the opening which I push in later for the fish. Otherwise, food collects itself on the rear side of aquarium. It also allow multiple feeding option and times.

Overall Score
3.9

[star rating="3.9"]
(106 Points)

7. MicroMall Automatic Auto Fish Food Feeder Aquarium Timer Black

User Ratings: 49 17

MicroMall First Impressions

"Nice mounting features."

It is tied down to keep it from falling into the tank. This will ruin li-ion batteries over time. You can tell it how many times you want it to spin, up to 3, I think. The unit itself is very sturdy and well made. Don't lose the instructions or you'll go crazy trying to program it. I have mine set at the smallest possible opening. Product does NOT come with required AA batteries.

  • MicroMall Automatic Auto Fish Food Feeder Aquarium Timer Black
  • Dry, loose flake and pellet food can be used
  • Ideal for various sizes of aquariums with two options of placing the food feeder on aquarium, free-standing or rim-mounted
  • Digital timer for setting up regular feeding programs
  • Unique design to prevent food from being moisturized or clogged in dispenser
  • Can be operated automatically or manually, making fish keeping easier
  • Manufacture: MicroMall
  • Item Weight: 8.5 Ounces
  • Editor's Impressions Of The MicroMall
  • Quality [star rating='4.7']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4.2']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.7']

MicroMall Final Thoughts

"Worked great!"

Fast delivery,easy instructions to set up time and feeding. I couldn't hear it was running still I saw fish foods in the tank. It has a very good instruction manual and can be followed with ease. The slider door does not move on its own during rotations. Portion size can be adjusted easily. That is the only potential issue with automatic feeders. The slider door lets you set it for as wide or as narrow as you need.

Overall Score
3.9

[star rating="3.9"]
(28 Points)

8. WEAVERBIRD Aquarium Glass Cone Feeder Red Worm Fish Tank Plant Shrimp Feeder Punch Cup Fish Feeding ...

User Ratings: 47

WEAVERBIRD First Impressions

"Easy to install and use."

Online instructions are not much help. 3-second Long Press on rightmost button turns feeder on and off. I couldn't hear it was running still I saw fish foods in the tank. Another big tip for flake food users. This thing must be running on uranium. The size of the food compartment is huge depending on the number of fish you have. The feeder has helped me automate my tank, which is one less thing to worry about.

  • WEAVERBIRD Aquarium Glass Cone Feeder Red Worm Fish Tank Plant Shrimp Feeder Punch Cup Fish Feeding Cup with Suction
  • High quality material: Glass feeder cup is made of high quality material, which is durable and lasting for use. It can be used repeatedly and durable for long time use.
  • Protect live food: Live food funnel floating for worm blood feeder and solve eating trouble of small food in the tank for fish. Prevent live food spread to go to throughout in aquarium tank.
  • Easy to install: Transparent design is better to know how much food left and whether it traps or not. It is easy to install the fish feeder by the suction cups. It can be used in fish tank and aquarium, convenient to use.
  • Keeps aquarium cleaner: Keeps aquarium cleaner food doesn't spread around so easily. Suitable for feeding: red worms, brine shrimp, blood worm and red nematode.
  • Attract fish’s attention: Your fish will figure it out after they are used to the feeder, and will occasionally swim up to assemble there. It will be a part of their attraction of these curious fishes.
  • Manufacture: WEAVERBIRD
  • Editor's Impressions Of The WEAVERBIRD
  • Quality [star rating='3.5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='3.2']
  • Affordability [star rating='4']

WEAVERBIRD Final Thoughts

"Very quiet in operation."

You can tell it how many times you want it to spin, up to 3, I think. This does everything but fill itself with food. The price was good, and I recommend it! I purchased this before a month-long vacation. The slider door lets you set it for as wide or as narrow as you need. I am not sure if he ever associated the vibration with food. This thing must be running on uranium.

Overall Score
4.1

[star rating="4.1"]
(6 Points)

9. AnxunJim Shrimp Feeding Tube and Dish,Fish Tank Feeding Ring

AnxunJim First Impressions

"Works GREAT."

Not carbon zinc, alkaline batteries. Filling the container is easy, and the auto timer is amazing. The unit itself is very sturdy and well made. He eats once a day, but you can set this to feed up to four times a day. There are a couple ways to mount this feeder. However, this is not a good fit for that purpose. I even watched them being fed on the home video cameras while I was away.

  • AnxunJim Shrimp Feeding Tube and Dish,Fish Tank Feeding Ring
  • 【Upgrade Thickening Heightening】Heightening to 1.3", not afraid of fish rushing out of feed when eating
  • 【Keep Your Aquarium Tank Clean】just place the suction cup on the inner wall of the aquarium, and then put the food into the fish feeder to prevent the food from drifting around or even entering the filter. Convenient to eat, reduce food waste, and keep the fish tank clean.
  • 【Easy to Use】Complete with suction cup( removable, not easy to fall off) to attach to aquarium. Can be free-floating or attached to the wall of the aquarium with the suction cup.
  • 【Durable, ECO Friendly Materials】All of the materials used in crafting the Fish Food Feeders are environmentally friendly and innocuous to your aquatic pets. The PVC plastic frames and included suction cups are long lasting, durable and odorless.hese materials are suitable for both freshwater and saltwater habitats.
  • * RISK FREE: Covers all defects and damages with no-question-asked return policy
  • Manufacture: AnxunJim
  • Editor's Impressions Of The AnxunJim
  • Quality [star rating='4.5']
  • Value For Money [star rating='4']
  • Affordability [star rating='5']

AnxunJim Final Thoughts

"Love this feeder."

I figure it holds enough for about 5 days at the current feeding rate. May want to test it a few times before leaving for a long trip. Programming was not too difficult, but does need careful reading. Finally, I can take a vacation without worrying about who to ask to feed my fish. The other way you can mount this is with a stick on mount. Took me all of 5 minutes start to finish to get it set up. I feed small pellet food, about the size of sand.

Overall Score
5.0

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

10. Tetra Connect Curved Aquarium Kit 28 Gallon

User Ratings: 43 21

Tetra AQ-78247 First Impressions

"The motor is very quiet."

Another big tip for flake food users. The clamp is sturdy but could be improved by rubberized grips for the tank glass. Must be at least 1 or it will not feed at all. It took a min to figure out the instructions. I uploaded a video so if you found this helpful please give it a thumbs up. You don't have as much control over applications as if you feed by hand. They mostly were checking in to make sure this EHEIM feeder was working.

  • Tetra Connect Curved Aquarium Kit 28 Gallon
  • CONNECTED AQUARIUM FEEDER: Dispenses food automatically to your fish, pet amphibians and pet turtles.
  • SIMPLE TO USE: Mounts to your aquarium to feed fish while you’re away.
  • WORKS WITH FLAKES OR CRISPS: 96 mL food chamber is designed to help prevent clogging – protects food from UV light and moisture.
  • PRECISE DOSING: Feeds the right amount of food every time – the Tetra My Aquarium app offers customized dosing recommendations.
  • Manufacture: Spectrum Brands
  • Product Dimensions: 3.38 x 4 x 6.38 inches; 1.06 Pounds
  • Editor's Impressions Of The Tetra AQ-78247
  • Quality [star rating='3.3']
  • Value For Money [star rating='2.9']
  • Affordability [star rating='4.5']

Tetra AQ-78247 Final Thoughts

"Overall, a good product."

Unfortunately, most pet store aquariums do have a lip. Online instructions are not much help. Set the hour then minute, then number of rotations at that time. I can leave town and not worry about the fish. Also don't leave the USB port connected to a charger all the time. Otherwise you will no doubt eventually get water in there. I learned this the hard way coming back from a one week vacation.

Overall Score
3.5

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

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