Pet Cameras for Cats
Check in on your cat from anywhere. We evaluate pet cameras on video quality, night vision, two-way audio, treat tossing, and whether they require a subscription.
What to look for
- Video quality day and night
- Subscription required? (ongoing cost)
- Two-way audio quality
- Treat tossing reliability (if included)
- App stability and alert accuracy
Head-to-head: the pet cameras compared
Four pet cameras worth your money, ranked. Start with the quick list, compare the subscription fine print (it matters more than the hardware), then read the full breakdown.
Short answer
The Furbo 360° Cat Camera ($199) is the best overall pet camera here, with rotating treat-tossing and auto-tracking — but new Furbo cameras need a Furbo Nanny subscription (from $6.99/mo) before they work. The budget pick is the Petcube Cam at $49.99, a simple 1080p monitor. The deciding factor is the subscription: the Petcube Bites 2 Lite is fully usable without one.
Our picks at a glance
Furbo 360° Cat CameraBest OverallRotates to follow your cat, tosses treats, smartest alerts — with a subscription catch.$199See review ↓2Petcube Bites 2 LiteBest Value Treat CamTreat tossing and two-way talk for less, and no mandatory subscription.$149.99See review ↓3
Enabot ROLA PetPalBest for PlayA camera on wheels that goes looking for your cat instead of waiting.$200See review ↓4
Petcube CamBudget PickJust want to check in? Simple 1080p watching for the price of a nice dinner.$49.99See review ↓Compare the specs
| Camera | Price | View | Treats | Two-way audio | Subscription |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furbo 360° Cat | $199 | 360° rotating, 1080p | Tosses (~100) | Yes | Nanny required for smart alerts |
| Petcube Bites 2 Lite | $149.99 | 160° fixed, 1080p | Tosses (1.5 lb) | Yes | Care optional |
| Enabot ROLA PetPal | $200 | Rolling robot | Dispenses | Yes | Optional cloud |
| Petcube Cam | $49.99 | 110° fixed, 1080p | None | Yes | Care optional |
The cameras in detail
Furbo 360° Cat Camera
$199
✓ What we like
- 360° auto-tracking view follows your cat
- Treat tossing with a big ~100-treat capacity
- Smartest alerts (meow, activity, emergencies)
- Color night vision
✕ What could be better
- Nanny subscription required to activate, from $6.99/mo
- 2.4 GHz WiFi only
- Treats must be small and round (about 0.4 in)
Key specs
| Resolution | 1080p Full HD |
| View | 360° rotating |
| Treat capacity | ~100 treats |
| Audio | Two-way |
| Plan | Furbo Nanny from $6.99/mo |
Petcube Bites 2 Lite
$149.99
✓ What we like
- Treat tossing with adjustable amount and distance
- Wide 160° view with 8x digital zoom
- Fully usable without a subscription
- Detachable, dishwasher-safe treat container
✕ What could be better
- Fixed camera, no rotation or tracking
- 2.4 GHz WiFi only
- Smart alerts and video history need Petcube Care
Key specs
| Resolution | 1080p HD |
| View | 160° fixed, 8x zoom |
| Treat capacity | 1.5 lb |
| Night vision | Up to 30 ft |
| Plan | Petcube Care optional |
Enabot ROLA PetPal
$200
✓ What we like
- Rolling robot finds your cat anywhere at home
- Treat dispensing plus interactive play
- Compiles daily highlight videos
- Doubles as a movable home camera
✕ What could be better
- App can be glitchy in reviewers' testing
- Costs as much as the Furbo
- Needs floor space and regular recharging
Key specs
| Design | Rolling robot camera |
| Treats | Built-in dispenser |
| View | Mobile, app-driven |
| Extras | AI pet snapshots |
| Plan | Optional cloud |
Also consider
Petcube Cam
Just want to check in while you are out? A simple 1080p camera with two-way audio and night vision for the price of a nice dinner — no treats, no rotation, no fuss. The sensible first camera before spending real money.
$49.99Prices and specs checked October 2026 from manufacturer and retailer listings — check the brand site for current offers before buying.
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Frequently asked questions
Do pet cameras require a subscription?
It varies by brand. New Furbo cameras need a Furbo Nanny subscription to activate, from $6.99/mo. The Petcube Bites 2 Lite is fully usable without a subscription, and Petcube Care is optional (it adds smart alerts and video history); the Enabot ROLA PetPal's cloud plan is optional too, as is Petcube Care on the budget Petcube Cam.
Which of these pet cameras can toss treats?
Three of the four: the Furbo 360° Cat Camera (holds about 100 treats, which must be small and round, about 0.4 in), the Petcube Bites 2 Lite (1.5 lb treat capacity, with adjustable amount and distance), and the Enabot ROLA PetPal, which dispenses treats from its built-in dispenser. The budget Petcube Cam has no treat feature.
Will these cameras work on a 5 GHz WiFi network?
The Furbo 360° Cat Camera and the Petcube Bites 2 Lite are both 2.4 GHz WiFi only, so they need a 2.4 GHz network to connect.
Which pet camera can actually follow my cat around the room?
Two of them move: the Furbo 360° Cat Camera rotates with auto-tracking to follow your cat, and the Enabot ROLA PetPal is a camera on wheels that you can drive from the app to go looking for her. The Petcube Bites 2 Lite stays fixed, though its 160° view is wide and it has 8x digital zoom.
What is the best budget pet camera on this page?
The Petcube Cam at $49.99: a simple 1080p camera with two-way audio and night vision for checking in on your cat while you are out — no treats, no rotation, no fuss. This page calls it the sensible first camera before spending real money.