Cat Mate Elite I.D Disc Cat Flap with Timer Control
- Cat Door
- Plastic
- Magnetic
- Cat
A dependable disc based access flap for households wanting selective entry without microchip electronics, provided the door opening and wall thickness match the spec.
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How it ranks among the 51 cat doors we track
3.9★ across 482 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
482 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
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Overview
A four way locking cat flap that reads magnetic ID discs attached to a cat's collar, letting only recognized cats in and controlling timed access without a microchip reader. Fits glass, UPVC, wood and wall installations at 7 1/16 x 8 1/16 inches, sized for small to average cats. White plastic frame with magnetic closure.
The Elite naming and ID disc system set this apart from simple magnetic flaps and from full microchip readers: it needs a physical disc clipped to the collar rather than reading an implanted chip, so the cat must keep wearing the disc for the door to recognize them. Ani Mate backs it with a 3 year guarantee, and Cat Mate sells the compatible ID discs and tunnel or frame kits separately for thicker walls.
- Magnetic ID disc access control
- Four way lock settings plus timer
- White plastic frame, 7 1/16 x 8 1/16 inch opening
- Backed by a 3 year guarantee
Who it's for
Suits owners of one or a few small to average sized cats who want to keep other animals out without chip reading hardware, and who are comfortable fitting a disc collar tag. Owners installing into anything thicker than the door's rated depth will need Cat Mate's separate tunnel extender.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Timer control limits entry to chosen hours
- Four way locking, in, out, both or secured
- Fits glass, UPVC, wood and wall installs
- 3 year manufacturer guarantee
- Requires a collar mounted ID disc, sold separately
- Sized for small to average cats only
- No microchip reading, only disc recognition
Performance notes
Access relies on a magnetic ID disc worn on the collar; the flap's sensor unlocks the four way (in, out, both, locked) mechanism only when a registered disc passes, and a timer function can restrict access to set hours. Because it depends on the physical disc rather than an implanted chip, a lost collar or a neighborhood cat wearing a compatible disc could both defeat the intended selectivity.
Specifications
| Brand | cat |
|---|---|
| Model | 305W |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 2.25 pounds |
| Dog Breed Size | Extra Small |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Frame Material | Plastic |
| Color | White |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Maximum Compatible Thickness | 2 inches |
| Smart Home Compatibility | Not Smart Home Compatible |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 3 years |
| Other details | |
| Closure Type | Magnetic |
| Pet Type | Cat |
| Customer Reviews | {'ratings_count': '482', 'stars': '3.9'} |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 305W |
| Target Audience | Cats |
| Asin | B000XPSH34 |
| Upc | 035368003059 |
| Manufacturer | Ani Mate Inc |
| Best Sellers Rank | #63,646 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #122 in Cat Doors |
| Model Number | 305W |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in cat doors.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cat Mate Elite I.D Disc Cat Flap with Timer ControlThis product | 3.9 / 5 | 482 | 3.4 / 5 |
| Purrfect Portal Meow Manor® Cat Door Interior DoorPurrfect | 4.9 / 5 | 7,451 | 4.7 / 5 |
| PetSafe Interior Cat DoorPetSafe | 4.4 / 5 | 16,272 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Ideal Pet Products Cat Flap Door with 4 Way LockIDEAL | 4.6 / 5 | 2,900 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Dog Door for Screen Doordog | 4.5 / 5 | 3,600 | 4.1 / 5 |
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Questions about the cat 305W
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Cat Mate 305 flap read microchips?
No, it recognizes a magnetic ID disc worn on the cat's collar rather than an implanted microchip.
What wall and door materials does the 305W fit?
It is rated for installation in glass, UPVC, walls and wood.
Are the ID discs included?
The listing covers the flap itself; compatible Pet Mate I.D. discs are a separate purchase.