I had a similar fountain I bought on Amazon that simply did not match up to this product. First, it comes with cleaning brushes and directions on how to disassemble the pump in order to properly clean in all the tiny cracks and crevices - PLEASE DO THIS AT *LEAST* ONCE A MONTH!!! (or more if you have more than one cat) I cannot stress the importance of cleaning *inside* the pump and all its pieces, which I'll explain in more detail below. Here are my thoughts: *Assembly: Easy to assemble but I could see where it might be a little less straightforward for someone who hadn't already used a similar product before or is not familiar with assembling items. For this, I would say the instructions are sufficient for guiding through set up. *Cleaning: So easy with the two brushes included!!! You simply remove the two top pieces, dump the tank's water, pull the pump and light out, take off the pump's two covers and pull out the tiny fan. (Pro tip: make sure to do this over a closed drain so you don't lose any pieces.) I recommend filling a sink with soapy, hot water and putting all the pieces and tank in to soak while you pull each component out to scrub and rinse. *Noise: So extremely quiet you can barely hear it, even with the flower adapter! **BUT** only when that tank is very full. As the water level lowers the fountain does get noisier. If you find water trickling/bubbling noises soothing, this shouldn't bother you as the noise is that of water trickling and not of a motor or machine. If you're like me, I find water features' sounds distracting and annoying, but not to worry, just fill it back up once it gets beyond your comfort level. If your main concern is the fountain being quiet at all times, this won't be the product for you. I'm not confident a product exists that would. *Appearance: The overall display of this fountain is very nice and appears more expensive than what it is. The light feature and how the light comes up through the metal top's holes makes the lighting such a neat addition to the overall product. I've been calling it my cat's 'little spaceship.' The quality of the pieces and overall product up close does give away the price point a bit more. Mainly the pump's components more than anything. For example, one of the covers you pop onto the pump has give and will click when pushed on it. At first I thought I hadn't clicked it onto the pump in the correct position, so I verified with the instructions. Once verified, I then thought maybe I just wasn't pushing it in hard enough for it to click all the way, but eventually realized it just had a little more give once clicked into place. I was concerned during the initial assembly but after 3 weeks of use, I do not see any evidence that this has compromised its functionality or integrity. Filters: This is my only dislike of this product. The filters have four compartments which each have it's filtering piece inside. In my other, similar fountain the filtering pieces filled the entire pocket in which they resided. This product has only a small square within each of the four pockets leaving space on either side of the filter open. I'm pretty sure, however, other filters for fountains will work in place of the ones provided with the product. *Overall: A product I can highly recommend for the price point aesthetically, functionally and for the bang for buck. Read more
This stainless steel cat water fountain has exceeded my expectations in every way. From the first day of use, it was clear that this product was thoughtfully designed with both pets and owners in mind. The stainless steel construction immediately stood out to me—it feels durable, hygienic, and much easier to keep clean compared to plastic alternatives. I appreciate the peace of mind knowing that my cat is drinking from a safe, high-quality material. Another feature I truly love is the generous 81oz/2.4L capacity. It holds enough water to last a long time, which is perfect for busy days or short trips when I can’t refill it constantly. The water level indicator is also very helpful, allowing me to quickly check when it needs topping up without guessing. Small details like this make a big difference in daily use. The fountain runs quietly and smoothly, producing a gentle flow that encourages my cat to drink more water. Since using it, I’ve noticed my cat visiting the fountain more often, which is great for hydration and overall health. It’s also easy to assemble and clean, with parts that come apart effortlessly for maintenance. Read more
I originally bought this fountain in March of 2023! It is March of 2026, so I’d say if nothing else, I have gotten my money’s worth. I’m a lazy fountain owner and this fountain has taken it like a champ. The fountain is easy to put together and it is basically plug and go. With 3 cats you do need to wash it now and then. I’ve never had any leaks, except when I over fill it. It is very quiet, except when out of water or almost out. The motor will make an annoying sound that is rather loud, indicating you need to fill it soon or it might self destruct. Now I’ve tested the limits a few times, as this seems to be a noise only I have the ability to hear. Here I am 3 years later, still singing its praises despite it currently making an angry sound. I believe I have run it dry for the last time. That would be my only suggestion: to have a pump that shut off if the water got too low. I’m going to have to replace it, as I’ve neglected it for the last time. So overall, if you are looking for durability and value, this is an excellent choice. Read more
This water fountain is great when it works! My older cat will not use it but my two kittens have adored it since we got them in june. I feel terrible right now because it stopped working and they are trying to drink from it, luckily I have another water bowl that will have to suffice for a couple days. I recieved this May 10th, it is now August 25th, and the pump does not work. I cleaned it even though there was no build-up or residue from tap water. I was looking up other products I could purchase, but i really dont want to throw this whole thing away. Another product I stumbled upon had the person installing the pump themselves...hmmmm. sure enough you can replace the pump on this product too! Theres a rubber plug at the top of the chute the cord comes through to the inside, pop that out (I did with scissors) and you can remove the whole pump to replace! Amazon sells them, half the price of this fountain, but since it's just the pump to make this work I feel better knowing I can keep the rest. Just search out "intelligent pump for cat water fountain" and the first one to pop up for me is what this requires. I gave 4 stars, not 1-3, because i am able to replace the pump myself. Yes it is an inconvenience, yes my kittens are upset, but I dont have to go searching for a whole new product that could inevitably do the same! I also do not have to discard the whole product either. I hope this helps any future purchasers. This fountain is amazing, both my kittens use it at the same time. Just buy an extra pump for when the one included goes bad! Read more
