Petlibro Granary 2: Scale and AI Camera Starting at $129.99

Petlibro launches four Granary 2 dry feeders, combining bowl weighing and AI recognition. The range aims for detailed meal tracking, including in households with multiple cats, and reserves certain features for paid subscriptions.

Alerts, Backup, and Paid Features

The feeder sends notifications in case of low battery, low food level, or kibble blockage. An integrated rechargeable backup battery ensures continuity during power outages. Some advanced features require a Petlibro Care subscription, starting at $59.99 per year. Cloud recording and playback for models equipped with a camera require a Video Cloud plan at $119.99 per year. The 1080p camera with night vision allows for remote monitoring of the device. Two-way audio is included for speaking to the pet, and a short message can be recorded to be broadcast from the device.

AI Recognition and Animal-Specific Distribution

The Vision version adds an AI camera capable of identifying up to 10 cats and automatically associating each food intake with the correct profile, in order to track each animal's habits. The device only opens when the recognized animal matches the expected profile. For multi-pet households, the Vision Duo integrates two hatches and two bowls to serve separate portions to each pet. The Granary 2 Vision is priced at $189.99, and the Vision Duo at $199.99.

Bowl Weighing and Habit Curves

The main innovation of the series is an integrated scale that measures the food in the tray. The feeder tracks both the amount dispensed and the amount remaining in the bowl, refining the estimate of what the animal has actually eaten. The system records intake, meal duration, frequency, as well as preferred times and speeds. The app compiles a timeline of normal eating habits, viewable with daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly perspectives.

Two Feeding Modes Tailored to Cats' Needs

Two feeding modes are offered. Smart Refill Mode keeps the bowl filled with small fresh portions throughout the day and stops when the set daily limit is reached. Scheduled Mode allows for specific timing and portion sizes, with an additional manual dispensing button. The range includes four models, priced between $129.99 and $249.99. The entry-level model offers app control, precise dosing, and intake tracking. Petlibro indicates that the Granary 2 X, at $249.99, uses AI recognition for individualized dosing. All these devices are designed for dry food. As a cheaper alternative, the Pawsync feeder at $79.99 also uses an integrated scale and settings aimed at preventing underfeeding and overfeeding. In a market where manufacturers are adding AI cameras and health tracking to devices previously limited to fixed schedules, a traditional feeder might indicate a meal served, for example at 7 PM, without confirming the intake, quantity, or duration.