The Best Cat Bowls of 2024

The Disney Channel Original Movie Smart House promised me a world in which I could feed my cat with a robot — and thanks to this automatic feeder by PetLibro, my cat and I are finally living in that utopian paradise.

Paired with an easy-to-use app that allows you to change feeding times and portions and even record a 10-second message for your cat, this feeder is definitely a techie’s dream. But the best part is that the bowl is still practical, featuring a wide saucer-type design and an eight-degree tilt to avoid whisker fatigue. Add in the cat-proof container that keeps the food impeccably fresh, and it’s no surprise why this cat bowl and feeder is at the top of this list.

Or maybe you’ve seen the Disney Channel Original Movie Smart House and are worried about your cat’s automatic feeder developing a personality that drives them to madness. If that’s the case, these no-tech Kitty City bowls are right for you.

They’re also good if you’re not worried about that and just want an affordable, easy-to-clean option that is designed to eliminate neck strain and whisker fatigue. Basically they’re good for a lot of reasons, as evidenced by their 35,000 five-star reviews on Amazon. 

If you’ve noticed your cat avoiding their bowls due to neck or spine discomfort, try opting for bowls with increased elevation, like these brightly colored beauties by Happy & Polly. Available in a bowl and saucer version, these dishes are made of food-grade, BPA-free plastic that is easy to disassemble and clean. 

Crafted with high-quality, beautifully colored ceramic, this dish set by Makesure is elevated in more ways than one. Dishwasher and microwave safe, these dishes sit in a 4.5 inch base and feature a 15-degree tilt to prevent whisker fatigue. Also, the company writes that the bowl’s high-quality ceramic can help prevent feline acne, elevating this bowl to even greater heights. 

Delgado does warn that just because side-by-side bowls are an option, it doesn’t mean you should feed your cats next to each other. If you have two cats, you should feed them in their own spaces.

Some cats don’t have any trouble eating from their bowl — and might even need some help slowing down. If that’s the case, reach for this elegant porcelain slow feeder by MiaCara, designed to help your cat slow their eating to better aid in digestion. Easy to use and clean, this feeder is available in three calming color schemes and can be paired with two different matching water bowls.

For a more affordable but still high-quality slow feeder, we recommend this highly rated bowl available on Amazon. In addition to that delightful price, this ceramic bowl features an elevated design with a whisker-fatigue-preventing tilt that makes it a comfortable choice for your cat and your wallet.

We’ve gushed (Get it — ’cause water) about the PetLibro Dockstream before, and we’re happy to report that we’re still very much in love. It’s not hard to keep the spark alive with features like water filtration, a low-water detection system, and an easy-to-clean design. Aside from those flashier bits, the PetLibro Dockstream is also incredibly thoughtfully designed with safety cords, foreign-object-detection sensors, and an emergency function that ensures 130 milliliters of water stays in the bowl at all times, even in the event of a power outage.

Could she be any dreamier?

Speaking of dream girls, meet this affordable, “girl next door” option by Catit. Equipped with a similar water filter as the PetLibro, this highly reviewed BPA-free plastic water fountain gives you many of those bougier features at a not-so-bougie price.

If you or your cat are picky when it comes to cleanliness, consider opting for a set of stainless-steel bowls. Completely non-porous and easy to clean, stainless steel is a great choice for pet bowls. For cats, we like this tilted and slightly elevated bowl set by PetKit. Simple and streamlined, this set still has some sophisticated features, like adjustable angled bowls and a sturdy, no slip base.

One more cautionary tale from Delgado for side-by-side bowls: If you feed your cat dry food in one bowl and water in the other, watch that water doesn’t spill over into the food. This could cause mold in the food bowl.

If your cat enjoys murdering their bowl more than they do eating from it, consider this spill-deterring silicone option by StayBowl. Designed to firmly plant — but not suction — to your floor, this bowl is also great for traveling because of its easy-to-clean and foldable material.

For an elevated, spill-proof option, we like this bowl by JWPC. The silicone base works great to both elevate and stabilize the bowl, which provides a surprisingly quiet eating experience.

At their core, all cats are deeply Parisian, which is why they will appreciate this bowl set featured in Netflix’s Emily In Paris. If that’s not chic enough for your cat, perhaps they will appreciate the wide-set rim of these bowls, ideal for preventing whisker fatigue. Bon appétit, babes.

If your cat considers themselves more of a Carrie (even though — let’s be real — all cats are Mirandas) they will love this funky option by ’90s icon Mackenzie-Childs. The hand-painted, shallow saucer design provides a comfortable mealtime for your cat, while the stainless-steel core makes it an easy clean for you.