Many cats prefer moving water, so a fountain can encourage them to drink more. Filters keep the water fresher than a bowl. Cordless pumps make fountains easier to place and safer around chewers.
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| Product | Best for | Price | Subscription | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PETKIT Eversweet Max 2 | Best smart cordless fountain | ££ | No plan needed | Check price |
| PETKIT Eversweet Solo SE | Best budget fountain | £ | No plan needed | Check price |
| PETLIBRO Dockstream Smart Fountain | Best for larger homes | ££ | No plan needed | Check price |
| Catit Pixi Smart Fountain | Best for cats who like a wide bowl | ££ | No plan needed | Check price |
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A cordless fountain with UV-C sterilisation and app tracking. You can see how often your cat drinks and get alerts when the water or filter needs attention. With no cable at the bowl, it can go anywhere.
A small, quiet, low-cost fountain for one cat. The pump is powered through the base, so there's no cable in the water, and the filter is easy to change.
A larger fountain that suits multi-pet homes. The smart versions use the same app as PETLIBRO's feeders, so you can manage feeding and water in one place.
The Pixi's wide drinking area suits cats who dislike their whiskers touching the sides. The smart version adds app reminders for filter changes and water top-ups.
Cordless fountains are easier to place and safer with chewers. Mains fountains never need recharging.
Bigger tanks mean fewer refills, but water still needs changing every few days. Smaller fountains are easier to clean properly.
Filters typically need changing every few weeks. Add the yearly filter cost to the price.
Many do, because cats are often drawn to moving water. If your cat drinks very little, or suddenly much more than usual, speak to your vet.
Change the water every few days and give the fountain a full clean, including the pump, about once a week. Change filters as the maker recommends.
Most modern fountains are very quiet. A noisy pump often means it needs cleaning or the water level is low.
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