Birdfy and Kiwibit Slash Smart Feeder Prices to $110 Ahead of Black Friday

Early Black Friday discounts have reduced the prices of smart bird feeders from Birdfy and Kiwibit, with models now selling for as little as $110. A Wired reviewer who has tested these devices for several years stated that the current offers make the products viable gifts or personal purchases. The discounts span a price range from $110 to $170.

Smart feeders have been available since 2020. Even moderately priced units now include high-resolution cameras, 4K video recording, and artificial intelligence bird identification that rarely fails. Maintenance is minimal beyond refilling seed, provided the feeder is installed using the 5-7-9 rule for pole mounts to deter squirrels.

The Birdfy original feeder with a solar panel is listed at $127, a 29 percent reduction from its standard price. This discount applies exclusively to the blue version, while the yellow model costs $13 more. The version without the solar panel is priced at $110. The reviewer recommends the $17 premium for the solar option because it eliminates the need to bring the feeder indoors for charging. The device supports only 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and carries a two-year warranty.

The Kiwibit Feeder 2 with a solar roof is discounted to $170, also a 29 percent savings. This model features an 8-megapixel camera and 4K video. Its 1.5-liter seed hopper is split to hold two types of feed and lifts out via a top handle, allowing refills without removing the entire unit. The solar roof maintained charge in various weather conditions during testing. The app functions without a Kiwibit Plus subscription, although the reviewer noted that more features are moving behind the paywall. The feeder requires 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and includes a one-year warranty.

A third option is the Kiwibit 4K Feeder with auxiliary solar, available for $140, a 26 percent discount. It uses the same camera and hardware as the Feeder 2 but lacks the integrated solar roof. The included 3-watt panel mounts on the back of the wall bracket. This configuration saves buyers $30 compared to the built-in solar model while maintaining the same image resolution and build quality.

The reviewer identified the Birdfy as the best choice for shoppers seeking a dependable feeder with an easy app and no major features locked behind a subscription. While sturdier designs like the Kiwibit exist, and some feeders have better cameras, such as Camojojo's 32MP Hibird, those alternatives often cost more or come with unreliable apps and paywalled features.