After spending the past year testing 25 smart bird feeders from 10 different brands, many have impressed me, but none so frequently and consistently as Birdfy's. For BeginnersIf you've never dealt with a smart bird feeder before, it can be intimidating. I know multiple people who were gifted a smart bird feeder last year for the holidays and still, in November 2025, have yet to take it out of the box. If You're Worried About Squirrel DamageCourtesy of Birdfy Birdfy Feeder Metal With AI $240 AmazonI haven't yet tested this exact model , but I have tested many plastic feeders that have been chewed by squirrels. A Fun, New Way to Watch BirdsIf your giftee already has a smart bird feeder or doesn't want to deal with seed mess, why not gift them a smart bird bath?