Pet tech
Feeders, trackers, cameras and fountains. We cover devices, not consumables — a gadget earns a place here only if it changes something measurable about how an animal is cared for.
Comparison guides
Dog Seatbelts vs Car Harnesses: What You Actually Need
A tether stops your dog roaming; a harness spreads crash load. They solve different problems and most dogs in Australia need both halves, not one.
Test Bench Team · updated 24 Oct 2026
Best Cat Litter Mats in Australia (2026)
We compared 4 cat litter mats on Amazon Australia, $23 to $39: honeycomb against silicone against grooved, what each one does with urine, and how they clean.
Test Bench Team · updated 23 Oct 2026
Best Dog Car Seatbelts in Australia (2026)
We compared 4 dog car restraints on Amazon Australia, $17 to $38: tether seatbelts against crash-tested harnesses, and what each one is actually rated to do.
Test Bench Team · updated 22 Oct 2026
Best Slow Feeder Dog Bowls in Australia (2026)
We compared 4 slow feeder dog bowls on Amazon Australia, $13 to $54: how much they actually slow a fast eater, how they wash, and which survive a determined chewer.
Test Bench Team · updated 21 Oct 2026
Best Pet Tech Under $100 in Australia
Under $100 is where most pet tech sells and where the gap between a useful device and a gadget is widest. Six picks, with the thin review samples flagged.
Test Bench Team · updated 11 Oct 2026
Grooming Vacuums vs Nail Grinders
Both get bought to avoid grooming bills, and they solve different halves of the job. Which problem you actually have decides which one is a waste of money.
Test Bench Team · updated 11 Oct 2026
Pet Tech for Apartment Dogs
Most dog gear assumes a backyard. Apartment dogs have different problems: nails that never wear down, heat with nowhere to go, and neighbours who hear everything.
Test Bench Team · updated 10 Oct 2026
Pet Feeders and Waterers That Need No Power
Gravity feeders and waterers need no mains, no WiFi and no app, which makes them the answer for blackouts, sheds and anyone who wants one less device to manage.
Test Bench Team · updated 10 Oct 2026
Best Dog Puzzle and Treat Toys in Australia
A puzzle your dog solves in ninety seconds is a dispenser, not enrichment. Four toys compared on adjustable difficulty, chew resistance and noise on hard floors.
Test Bench Team · updated 10 Oct 2026