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8 Best Cat Water Fountains, WIRED Tested and Reviewed (2025)

Molly Higgins

created: Oct. 12, 2025, 3:06 p.m. | updated: Oct. 15, 2025, 5:48 p.m.

Enabot Rola Smart Pet Water Fountain for $50: This automatic fountain is cordless and runs on a rechargeable battery that lasts up to 60 days (although it can stay plugged in too). —Kat MerckHappy & Polly Gothic Cat Drinking Fountain for $60: If you prefer gothic decor to neutral blandness, this ghostly ceramic cat fountain from Happy & Polly may tempt you to bite. —Simon HillPhotograph: Simon HillOneisall Stainless Steel Pet Fountain for $50: This drinking fountain is about as simple as they come. Whisker City Free Fall Cat Fountain for $30: This huge fountain is better suited for dogs—with a large 150-fluid-ounce bowl and a waterfall design. While automatic water fountains are better for your cats' overall water consumption, they do require a bit more work and money.

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