Petlibro’s updated Granary 2 lineup targets dry-food automatic feeders and moves beyond simple scheduled dispensers by adding a built-in scale and optional AI camera to give owners a clearer view of what their pets actually eat. The series includes four models, priced between $129.99 and $249.99.
Models and pricing
- Granary 2 – entry-level option: app-controlled feeding, precise portioning, and intake tracking. ( $129.99 )
- Granary 2 Vision – the tested model: adds an AI-powered camera that can recognize up to 10 cats and track individual eating habits. ( $189.99 )
- Vision Duo – aimed at multi-pet households: two separate dispensing chutes and bowls so each pet can receive its own portion. ( $199.99 )
- Granary 2 X – the most expensive model, which the company says uses AI recognition to provide individualized portioning for pets with special dietary needs. ( $249.99 )
What the built-in scale does
The biggest upgrade across the Granary 2 series is the scale embedded in the bowl. That allows the feeder to measure how much food remains in the tray, not just how much was dispensed, so it can better estimate how much a pet actually ate. A traditional automatic feeder can log that it released a meal at 7 p.m., but it cannot reliably say whether the cat ate it, how much it consumed, or how long it took.
The Granary 2 tracks intake, eating duration, feeding frequency, favorite eating times, and eating speed. The companion app builds daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly views of a pet’s normal eating patterns, which can help owners spot subtle appetite or routine changes.
Feeding modes and AI features
Granary 2 offers two primary feeding modes:
- Smart Refill Mode: keeps the bowl supplied with smaller, fresh portions throughout the day and automatically stops once a set daily food limit is reached. This mode suits cats that prefer grazing.
- Scheduled Mode: traditional control with specific feeding times and portion sizes.
A manual feed button lets owners dispense food outside normal schedules.
The Granary 2 Vision model includes an AI camera that recognizes which pet is eating and automatically associates the meal with the correct profile—useful in multi-pet homes or when one animal has special dietary or weight-management needs. The feeder will only open when the camera recognizes the correct pet.
The 1080p camera includes night vision so owners can check the feeder area remotely. Two-way audio is available, and users can record a short message that plays from the feeder to call a pet to dinner.
Alerts, safety and backup power
The app can send instant alerts for issues such as low battery, low food levels, or food jams. The device includes a built-in rechargeable backup battery for power outages.
Subscriptions and cloud services
Some advanced Granary 2 features require Petlibro subscription services. Certain health-tracking and monitoring features need a Petlibro Care subscription, starting at $59.99 per year. Cloud recording and playback for camera-equipped models require a Video Cloud plan, priced at $119.99 per year.
Summary and alternatives
The reviewer considers the Granary 2 Vision one of the best feeders they've tested, especially for owners who monitor weight, portion sizes, or eating behavior closely. For a more affordable alternative, Pawsync’s $79.99 feeder uses a built-in scale to ensure accurate portions and includes settings aimed at preventing underfeeding or overfeeding.
Overall, the Granary 2 series extends traditional automatic feeder functionality with a bowl scale and AI identification, but owners should factor subscription costs into the full feature set.
