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PETLIBRO vs PawsPik pet fountains

By The petwaterfountainpicks team · Updated · How we research

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The two at a glance

PETLIBRO

Models
5 in our database
Capacity
2.5 to 3 L
Bowl / tray
stainless steel, plastic
Pump type
wireless, submersible

PawsPik

Models
5 in our database
Capacity
2.2 to 6.8 L
Bowl / tray
stainless steel, ceramic
Pump type
submersible

Full spec table

The deciding row is material. PawsPik has two ceramic fountains and a 6.8 L dog fountain next to its stainless models, while PETLIBRO offers stainless or plastic with an app on three of its five models. Both brands have cordless models, and both state a filter change interval, though PawsPik gives a range.

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Specs side by side

Manufacturer claims, not our measurements. Checked . A row appears only when at least one side publishes the figure.
SpecPETLIBROPawsPik
Models in our database55
Made forcats and dogs, catscats and dogs
Capacity2.5 to 3 L2.2 to 6.8 L
Bowl / traystainless steel, plasticstainless steel, ceramic
Bodyplastic, stainless steelstainless steel, mixed, ceramic
Pump typewireless, submersiblesubmersible
Pump powernot published5 W (2 of 5 models state it)
Powerbattery, AC adapterUSB + battery, AC adapter
Battery5000 to 5200 mAh (2 of 5 models state it)4000 mAh (1 of 5 models state it)
Runs cordlessyes for 2 of 5 modelsyes for 3 of 5 models
Claimed noise23 to 30 dB25 dB (4 of 5 models state it)
Dishwasher-safestainless steel water tray, water tank (3 of 5 models state it)bowl (2 of 5 models state it)
App-connectedyes for 3 of 5 modelsnot published
FilterPL-FF005, PL-FF003PawsPik BOSS-01 Replacement Filters (8 count), PawsPik Ceramic Cat Water Fountain Filters (8 filters + 8 sponges), PawsPik Dog Water Fountain Filters 1.8 gal (8 count)
Filter change interval2 weeks (maker)2 to 4 weeks (maker)
SourcesSource · 2 · 3 · 4Source · 2 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 6

Where a side covers several models, the cell shows the range or the distinct values across them. How we research.

Filters, pumps and change intervals

PETLIBRO

  • Dockstream Replacement Filter PL-FF005 original · change every 2 wk (manufacturer) · Source
  • Stainless Steel Fountain Replacement Filter PL-FF003 original · change every 2 wk (manufacturer) · Source

Pump:

  • Stainless Steel Fountain Replacement Pump PL-FF013-01W original · Source

PawsPik

  • PawsPik BOSS-01 Replacement Filters (8 count) original · Source · 2
  • PawsPik Ceramic Cat Water Fountain Filters (8 filters + 8 sponges) original · change every 4 wk (manufacturer) · Source · 2
  • PawsPik Dog Water Fountain Filters 1.8 gal (8 count) original · change every 2 wk (manufacturer) · Source · 2 · 3

What separates the two catalogs?

Look first at the Bowl and Body rows. PETLIBRO has stainless steel and plastic, and PawsPik has stainless steel, ceramic and mixed bodies. That is the main reason to choose between them, ahead of any pump or app feature. The stainless, ceramic and plastic guide goes through what each material means for cleaning.

Do they differ on capacity and power?

Yes. PETLIBRO spans 2.5 to 3 L, PawsPik 2.2 to 6.8 L. On power, PETLIBRO offers battery and AC adapter, PawsPik USB plus battery and AC adapter. Three of PawsPik's five models can run cordless. Only one PawsPik model states a battery capacity, at 4000 mAh. PawsPik's runtime claims of 60 and 80 days are from its product pages and cannot be set against PETLIBRO's figures on equal terms.

Filters and known issues

PETLIBRO's filter interval is two weeks. PawsPik says two to four weeks, depending on the model and whether the manual or the product page is used. PawsPik's own filters are sold per model, so match the name to your fountain. Our PawsPik issues are two: a pump that ran dry with too little water, and soap left on the filter, which hurts flow. PETLIBRO has more entries, mostly for the Dockstream 2.

Known problems for each side

PETLIBRO

Step-by-step fixes: PETLIBRO troubleshooting.

PawsPik

  • Weak flow or no bubbling: Soap on the filter hurts flow and filtering Source (manual): Source
  • Fountain not working at all: Pump ran with too little water and may have malfunctioned Source (manual): Source

Which one should you choose?

Choose PETLIBRO if…

  • You want an app. Three of the five PETLIBRO models are app-connected, and our PawsPik records show none.
  • A wireless pump is what you are after, since four of PETLIBRO's models use one and every PawsPik model is submersible.
  • You want a published 5000 to 5200 mAh battery on a cordless model. PawsPik states a battery figure for only one of its five.
  • You have cats or cats and a small dog and the 3 L size suits you.

Choose PawsPik if…

  • You prefer ceramic. The Serenity and CeramiFlow are listed with ceramic bowls and bodies, and the manual lists them for cats and small dogs.
  • You have a larger dog. The PawsPik dog fountain is listed at 6.8 L, from a maker figure of 1.8 US gallons.
  • You want a bigger cordless option: PawsPik lists a 4 L stainless model that runs on USB plus battery.
  • You can work with the data gap on noise and battery: PawsPik states 25 dB where given, but not for every model, and several cordless models have no battery size listed.

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