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Eheim Battery Operated Auto Fish Feeder
Last Updated: November 25, 2018 (Refresh Now)
8.3
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
750
Old Reviews
86
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13
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2.7 meters
SIZE
345.86 grams
WEIGHT
Review Analysis - 651 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Ease of Use
105easy to set, program, instructions, easy to use, programming
+88%
-12%
" ... It is simple to use, easy to refill and program . ... "
" ... Once you know how to program, you're all set. ... "
" ... Kind of a pain to program but follow directions carefully and it will work. ... "
" ... works as expected and easy to program it. ... "
" ... It is easy to load, easy to configure, easy to read the time, feels well built, and just works. ... "
" ... Easy to program ... "
" ... Easy to program, dispenses well and QUIETLY. ... "
" ... It was easy to set and it works right. ... "
Product Reliability
102fish, stopped working, feeder, tank, alive
+71%
-29%
" ... Still, this one is reliable, it works, and I've used them for years without issue. ... "
" ... Was very intimidated used to always buy the sink on the bottom feeders I should have bought this 5 years ago it's awesome. ... "
" ... Once it is set, it just does it job for years, six long years in my case! ... "
" ... I came back after one week and fishies were still alive! ... "
" ... Let it run for a few days before, to make sure it was operating correctly, and it did. ... Worked out good, no issue. ... Still using it months later. ... "
" ... This has worked well for 1 1/2 yrs. ... It is warranteed for 3 years. ... "
" ... Still feeding 4 months straight . ... "
" ... Been using for a couple months and it works just as expected. ... "
For Travel
81fish, trip, go on vacation, feeding, alive
+91%
-9%
" ... Makes it is so easy to take care of my fish, especially when I am on vacation. ... "
" ... Kept my fish alive during a 32 day vacation. ... "
" ... Nice to have when going on an extended vacation. ... "
" ... I never took it down after my trip and since then I've had a baby, so it is very nice to have one less chore to think about. ... "
" ... A great product for feeding fishes during vacations. ... "
" ... Worked as described when I was away on vacation. ... "
" ... I received this and set it up before we went on a trip. ... "
" ... No more worries about feeding fish while we’re on vacation. ... "
Setup
65set, setup, easy to set, directions, program
+85%
-15%
" ... The programming is easy so long as the instructions are followed. ... "
" ... Once you know how to program, you're all set. ... "
" ... Kind of a pain to program but follow directions carefully and it will work. ... "
" ... It is easy to load, easy to configure, easy to read the time, feels well built, and just works. ... "
" ... Set-up was relatively straightforward and I had it feeding my fish once a day without problem. ... "
" ... It was pretty straight forward to set up, just follow the directions for setting the feeding times. ... "
" ... Easy to set up and install! ... "
" ... Setup was easy, program in time of day, then setup feeding schedule, up to 4 times a day, and 1 or 2 cycles per feeding. ... "
Paper Tray
35fish, automatic, feeding, tank, feed
+83%
-17%
" ... Helps with timely feeding! ... "
" ... Awesome auto feeder. ... My first auto feeder and I love it. ... "
" ... This feeder is amazing. ... "
" ... This is our first automatic fish feeder. ... "
" ... Love this feeder works great ... "
" ... The feeder appears to have worked perfectly. ... "
" ... This feeder works smoothly and reliably. ... "
" ... Very nice little feeder. ... "
Marketplace
35advertised, described, product, works as expected, exactly
+83%
-17%
" ... Works just as advertised. ... "
" ... I recommend buying it here on Amazon too. ... "
" ... Exactly as described! ... "
" ... This product works as described. ... "
" ... You've got a customer for life right here. ... "
" ... It looks the same as the original. ... "
" ... Product works as advertised. ... "
" ... works as advertised. ... "
Battery Life
31battery, battery life, change, program, lasts
+74%
-26%
" ... I just check on it once in a while to make sure battery life is good. ... "
" ... Saved me hours, ... "
" ... Since it is so quiet I need to check it every couple days to make sure the battery is still working. ... "
" ... Easy to program and battery has lasted over a month now and still works, so you dont have to buy batteries often. ... "
" ... The batteries laster almost a year now. ... "
" ... Batteries were fine. ... "
" ... Haven't had to change out batteries yet ... "
" ... The battery lasts a really long time. ... "
Heating
28flake, fish, amount of food, pellet, dispense
+75%
-25%
" ... Works with pellet food. ... "
" ... Works great for feeding pellet food when I'm away from home for several days. ... "
" ... It took a couple adjustments to dispense the right amount of food. ... "
" ... The flake fish food worked well with it. ... "
" ... Big capacity for food. ... "
" ... Good adjustability on the amount of food dispensed. ... "
" ... The fish food stays dry after months of use without clogging up. ... "
" ... *If using flake food you will likely need to crunch it up pretty small. ... "
Food Items
28flake, pellets, fish, amount of food, flakes
+61%
-39%
" ... piece of cake! ... "
" ... I purchased for treat dispensing for my chickens. ... "
" ... I am definitely less wasteful with the food now too. ... "
" ... It looks like they made a meal out of one mid-sized plant . ... "
" ... The flake fish food worked well with it. ... "
" ... I used the round bottom of a disher tool like a pestle to grind up our flake food into smaller bits to feed our little fish just the right amount at each feeding (we have the feeder set to twice a day), and that worked like a charm. ... "
" ... Good adjustability on the amount of food dispensed. ... "
" ... Making sure to get all the rice out, listened for lose pieces, and it works great. ... "
Fit
27feeder, velcro, tape, lid, clamp
+22%
-78%
" ... I came out one morning and the humidity from the tank loosened the tape that held the door in position came loose and dumped about 35 pieces of food into my betta's tank and he's not supposed to have more than 6 pieces. ... "
" ... The mount didn’t fit well but it sits on the edge of the tank’s screen cover. ... "
" ... After re-adjusting the loose feeder slide I tried again. ... "
" ... I am using flakes which I crushed up, I also put the Velcro that comes with it on the opposite side of the feeder so that it tilts down to keep the food pushed to to hopper area. ... "
" ... But I ended up returning it because of the feeder clamp can't be fitted with the feeder. ... "
" ... I misplaced the Velcro which would keep it in place, but for the short run, it’s okay. ... But, securing the feeder so it doesn’t get bumped and slide off is best. ... "
" ... Also, the slide adjustment is a bit hard to work with. ... "
" ... I wish the holder was more suited for tanks with plastic rims. ... "
Product As Described
25advertised, described, product, works as expected, exactly
+96%
-4%
" ... Works just as advertised. ... "
" ... Exactly as described! ... "
" ... This product works as described. ... "
" ... Product works as advertised. ... "
" ... works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as expected ... "
" ... Worked as described. ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
Build Quality
25tape, food, hole, door, years
+40%
-60%
" ... It works just fine, programming wise, but the plastic itself is awful and loose. ... I came out one morning and the humidity from the tank loosened the tape that held the door in position came loose and dumped about 35 pieces of food into my betta's tank and he's not supposed to have more than 6 pieces. ... "
" ... I could see a bunch of build-up corrosion near one of the capacitors, I assume a result of evaporation from the tank affecting the electronics. ... "
" ... Broke a few months after I bought it. ... "
" ... Also, the slide adjustment is a bit hard to work with. ... "
" ... I wish the holder was more suited for tanks with plastic rims. ... "
" ... Broke after one day on my tank. ... "
" ... The clamp fell apart the second I touched it. ... The part of the case where the battery goes is barely held together. ... "
" ... I used the clamp to attach it to the tank, because my tank lid is too angled for this to sit on top of it. ... "
Price
23waste of money, worth, best, waste, value
+65%
-35%
" ... We purchased our 2nd one from a chain pet store & it was double the price. ... "
" ... There's major pluses to this version - just overall a more sound and solid quality value. ... "
" ... Awesome product and a great price. ... "
" ... It’s the best money I spent. ... "
" ... Worth the extra money. ... "
" ... Spend more and get peace of mind. ... "
" ... I looked at several auto feeders, this one seemed to provide the best value. ... "
" ... Probably the best automatic feeder out there right now for the price. ... "
Controls
16manual, manually, feed, push, manual feed button
+31%
-69%
" ... I also couldn't get it to turn with the manual feed button. ... I then looked closely at the circuit board which is visible when the battery cover is removed. ... The drum would also start rotating if the manual button was pressed, but it wouldn't stop. ... "
" ... Will turn if the manual button is pressed, but not with the timer. ... "
" ... But it still seems to be working, although the manual feed button is useless by now in my device I've had it for a out a year now. ... "
" ... I could still get it to release food if I hit the button to do it manually, but what's the point in that? ... "
" ... I have to manually push the button to make it feed. ... "
" ... Until the mode button stopped working and now I can't reset the times. ... "
" ... the mechanism to control the opening could be a little better. ... "
" ... I just wish it had an off button, instead of having to remove the batteries. ... "
Storage
15tank, gallon tank, fish, container, feeder
+47%
-53%
" ... I can't get many middle grounds between 1 piece of food and 15. ... "
" ... tried Velcro and tape and found food spilling on floor, etc. ... "
" ... It is a pretty large unit so depending on your lid type you may have troubles getting it to fit on a 20 gallon tank or smaller. ... "
" ... One downside of this product is that the adjustable slot where the food comes out often goes in large increments, meaning on notch one you might not get much food out at all but at notch 2 it's way too much. ... I really would be weary about using this in anything smaller than a 20 gallon because you might struggle to get a small amount of food out and just end up dumping food into the tank that wont ever be eaten. ... "
" ... Not for big tank ... "
" ... I used the clamp to attach it to the tank, because my tank lid is too angled for this to sit on top of it. ... But if you have a very flat lid, this feeder has a weighted bottom and would sit nicely on top. ... "
" ... When it gets too humid in the compartment that holds food (dispensing door always stays open) I have to throw away the remaining food and wipe it down to remove the moisture. ... "
User Manual
14manual, read, set, directions, written
+50%
-50%
" ... However manual can be little bit misleading. ... "
" ... It got stuck on a middle setting can't fix it or it will "break" according to the manual. ... But it still seems to be working, although the manual feed button is useless by now in my device I've had it for a out a year now. ... "
" ... Didn't really understand instructions it came with. ... I just watch You Tube instructions about it. ... "
" ... I follow all instructions and it doesn't work. ... "
" ... The second one arrived and the timer worked and the drum worked n manual. ... "
" ... I didn't find it difficult to program following the directions. ... "
" ... Directions included in box were not very helpful. ... "
Water Resistance
13fish, tank, fell, worry, water proof
+38%
-62%
" ... My only complaint is that it isn't more water-resistant. ... "
" ... Luckily, all of the fish survived. ... "
" ... The water evaporates from the tank and coats the whole thing. ... "
" ... Wish it were water proof ... "
" ... I heard a noise and looked the damn thing fell in the water. ... "
" ... The clamp that comes with it cheap it's heavy and not water proof so if it falls into the tank bye bye. ... "
" ... Mine fell off and went in the water, now it does not work. ... "
" ... I drained some water off and tried again. ... "
Delivery
12product, fast, box, arrived, work
+75%
-25%
" ... Product arrived as described with no damage to the box or internal components. ... "
" ... Nice quality, al little complicated but works great, fast delivery, thanks! ... "
" ... I have used this 3 times now since received. ... "
" ... Fast Shipping and Works Perfect! ... "
" ... No hassle purchase, and shipped fast. ... "
" ... Arrived on time, good quality, simple to use and has been working fine for months now. ... "
" ... We had planned to leave for vacation the next Saturday. ... It was here on Thursday. ... Great shipping efficiency! ... "
" ... Quick shipping at a great price. ... "
Drying
12food, fish, tank, food stays dry, flakes
+92%
-8%
" ... But will start working again after they dry out. ... "
" ... I mix my fish flakes along with my turtle's freeze dried worms and it dispenses just fine. ... "
" ... These work really reliably - even had one fall in a tank, dried it out and it still works great. ... "
" ... The fish food stays dry after months of use without clogging up. ... "
" ... I rinsed it and let it dry and it works flawlessly. ... "
" ... Food was always dry thanks to the little fan and it always stayed put even with a full basket. ... "
" ... But keeping the feeder away from my HOB filter and air stone was perfect in keeping all of the food dry for weeks upon weeks. ... "
" ... Food stays dry, fish get fed, win win. ... "
Design
12looks, tank, fish, simple, opening
+75%
-25%
" ... The tank looks super healthy, clean and the fish love it. ... "
" ... I like the simplicity, but I think one could still design one that is just as simple but works better. ... "
" ... Nothing sexy here but it does what it says. ... "
" ... looks cheap but it does it job, i dont like thats its a 24 hr clock ... "
" ... So far, it looks pretty good. ... "
" ... Really impressed with overall quality and design. ... "
" ... I like to err on the side of less, and just increase the # of revolutions if I feel the fish need more. ... "
" ... It's a solid unit and you can tell it's manufactured well out of the box.it takes a little bit of adjustment to determine how large of an opening to set but once you figure that out, its fairly simple. ... "
Features
11timer, features, auto feeder, works, settings
+73%
-27%
" ... My first auto feeder and I love it. ... "
" ... I looked at several auto feeders, this one seemed to provide the best value. ... "
" ... Good configuration options. ... "
" ... has up to 4 settings ... "
" ... The multiple, programmable timers are really useful. ... The price of the feeder is also pretty reasonable for the features. ... "
" ... If you need an auto feeder, the general consensus is that this is the best one. ... "
Size
10traveling, small, feed, leave, feedings
+90%
-10%
" ... great unit to use when you are traveling and cant feed the fishes. ... "
" ... Got it to use when we travel but ended up using it for daily feedings as well. ... "
" ... Very nice but I can't make the dispense small enough for multiple daily feedings. ... "
" ... This feeder eases my mind quite a bit when traveling. ... "
" ... I bought this for when I go on vacation and have to leave my betta home since she is used to being fed a small amount twice per day. ... "
" ... Perfect for use while traveling! ... "
" ... I travel often so this is a must have for me. ... "
" ... I am out of town a lot and this makes travel easier. ... "
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Specifications
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Size: 2.7 meters
Weight: 345.86 grams
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