Teendow’s XLY-M1 feeder tackles a specific problem: knowing what your pet is actually doing when you’re not home. The built-in 4MP HD camera delivers sharp, real-time video, so you can see if your cat is actually eating or just staring at the bowl. That clarity matters when you’re trying to monitor a picky eater or check on an anxious pet from work.

The two-way audio works as expected. You can talk to your pet through the app, and the speaker is clear enough to soothe or call them over. The 3.5-liter capacity handles a few days of dry food for a single cat, and the unit stands 18.5 inches tall, so it won’t disappear under a counter. One AA battery is included for backup power, which is a nice safety net if the power cuts out.

The design is straightforward, but the camera quality sets it apart from cheaper feeders that offer grainy, laggy video. If you need to keep an eye on feeding habits or just want to say hi during the day, this does the job without fuss. Just know the app setup takes a few minutes, and the plastic body feels durable but not premium.