Comparison

PETKIT vs PetSnowy

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

PETKIT

Monitor and manage your pet's health and well-being remotely. Track activity, feeding, hydration, and litter box usage with smart devices. Receive alerts for health changes and gain insights for proactive care.

Highlights
  • Remote pet monitoring
  • Litter box usage tracking
  • AI health insights
  • Smart feeding schedules
  • Hydration tracking
  • Multi-cat facial recognition
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Life with Your Pets—Smarter, Healthier, Effortlessly Trusted by over 6 million pet parents worldwide, the PETKIT app helps you monitor and care for your pets smarter, healthier, and more effortlessly. Stay connected anywhere with a closer view of your pet’s condition. Track litter box use, meals, hydration, and activity 24/7, and spot subtle behavior changes so you never miss the moments that matter. AI camera-equipped devices reveal hidden health signals, providing detailed insights into stool consistency, urine health (with compatible litter), and food intake—so you can care proactively and share insights with your veterinarian. All your devices work together in one smart ecosystem. Manage everything from a single app and turn everyday moments into actionable insights for confident pet care. Compatible Devices Works with PETKIT automatic litter boxes, smart feeders, water fountains, and pet dryer boxes. Feature availability may vary by model. Automatic Litter Boxes Standard Features - Real-time monitor: Get notifications for usage, cleaning cycles, full waste drawer, and accessory status. - Automatic usage tracking: Track every litter box visit, including frequency and duration, to spot early signs of health issues like constipation or urinary problems. - Remote control: Adjust cleaning modes, deodorization, litter leveling or dumping, and night mode—keeping the litter box clean and comfortable wherever you are. AI Camera-Equipped Models - AI health monitoring: Learns each cat’s litter box habits and alerts you to unusual changes and early health signs—like stool consistency (solid to loose), urine health (with compatible litter), inactivity, or unusual meowing—so you can act early. - Event-based video & image capture: Automatically records litter box activity. Watch live or review clips and share insights with your veterinarian for timely guidance. - Multi-cat facial recognition: Tracks each cat individually, even cats with similar weight, ensuring accurate monitoring and organized health data for multi-cat households. Smart Feeders Standard Features - Flexible feeding schedules: Keep your pet’s diet consistent no matter where you are. - Feeding insights: Daily, weekly, and monthly reports help you track trends and adjust meals for optimal health. - On-demand dispensing & alerts: Serve snacks or meals anytime and get notified when food runs low or device needs attention—so your pet is always cared for. AI Camera-Equipped Models - Stay informed and connected at mealtime: Monitor meals, portion intake, and feeding habits with live and recorded video. Interact with your pet as if you were right there. - Multi-cat facial recognition: AI identifies each cat and tracks meals separately, ensuring accurate data in multi-cat households (select models). Water Fountains - Hydration tracking: Monitor drinking habits and trends to ensure your pet stays properly hydrated. - Low-water & filter alerts: Get notified when water is low or filters need replacement—so your pet always has clean water. - Remote control: Adjust water flow and schedules from anywhere. Supports Bluetooth connection, with remote access available when paired with a PETKIT feeder or automatic litter box via interconnection (devices within 8 m / 26 ft). Pet Dryer Box - Customizable settings: Adjust wind speed, temperature, and duration—tailored for a comfortable drying experience for your pet. Before You Start - Compatible PETKIT devices required. - 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi required (5 GHz supported on select models). - Some features may require setup or subscription. PETKIT CARE+ Subscriptions Optional subscriptions unlock advanced features such as extended data history or cloud video storage. All pricing and terms are clearly shown before purchase. All video and data are securely stored and encrypted, keeping your pet’s information safe and private.

About

PetSnowy

This app offers a redesigned, intuitive interface for seamless pet management. It provides enhanced insights into your pet's health, allowing for better care and connection, no matter your location.

Highlights
  • Redesigned intuitive interface
  • Seamless pet connection
  • Enhanced pet health insights
  • Simplified interaction
  • Effortless device management
Features
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PetSnowy helps you manage your PetSnowy smart pet devices. You can add and manage devices, check device status, adjust common settings, and enjoy a smoother daily experience. The app also includes a shop where you can browse and purchase PetSnowy products.

Screenshots

PETKIT4 screens
PetSnowy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PETKIT at 52% against PetSnowy's 13%. PETKIT also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PETKIT ships an update fortnightly, PetSnowy monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
PETKIT versus PetSnowy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPETKITPetSnowy
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (20K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews51.8% of reviews — better12.8% of reviews
Number of ratings20K — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size688 MB181 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPetkit Smart Technology LimitedPetsnowy Inc.

Customer experience

PETKIT

All ratings19,509 ratings
Positive89.7%
Neutral2.7%
Negative7.6%
Written reviews1,412 reviews
Positive51.8%
Neutral9.8%
Negative38.3%

PetSnowy

Written reviews141 reviews
Positive12.8%
Neutral11.3%
Negative75.9%

User reviews

PETKIT

From 20K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 📊 Detailed tracking of pet activity
  • 🔒 Secure connection
  • 👍 Convenient automation
  • 💡 Helpful notifications

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues
  • 🔍 Confusing app interface
  • 💸 Expensive subscriptions
  • 🔄 Unreliable updates
  • 🔍 Cluttered with ads

PetSnowy

From App Store reviews

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy setup
  • 👍 Helpful customer service
  • 🚀 Remote feeding feature
  • 👍 Child lock feature

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues
  • 🐛 Unreliable app performance
  • 🐛 Buggy and glitchy app
  • 🐛 Confusing user interface
  • 🐛 Inconsistent data tracking

Bugs and requests

PETKIT

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Repeated login issues
  • Devices randomly going offline
  • Feeding schedule resets unexpectedly
  • Litter box sensor malfunctions
  • App crashes during setup

Requested features

5 requests
  • Allow custom feeding schedules
  • Add option to disable unnecessary notifications
  • Improve app translations and localization
  • Provide more flexible litter box settings
  • Integrate with smart home platforms

PetSnowy

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App frequently disconnects from devices
  • App fails to add or recognize devices
  • App displays incorrect or outdated information
  • App has login and authentication issues
  • App has network connectivity problems

Requested features

6 requests
  • Allow 12-hour clock format
  • Add more customization options for notifications
  • Improve app stability and reliability
  • Provide better data visualization and reporting
  • Add option to reset litter level
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  • Improve app responsiveness and load times

In-app purchases

None

PETKIT

No in-app purchases

None

PetSnowy

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PETKIT free?
PETKIT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PetSnowy free?
PetSnowy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do PETKIT or PetSnowy have ads?
Neither PETKIT nor PetSnowy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PETKIT or PetSnowy?
PETKIT ships an update fortnightly, and PetSnowy monthly. Most recently, PETKIT was updated on September 24, 2026 and PetSnowy on September 22, 2026.

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