PetSafe · Pet tech
PetSafe Original Staywell Cat & Dog Flap
Listed on Amazon AU as: PetSafe Original Staywell Cat and Dog Flap, 2 Way Access, Manual 4-Position Lock, Medium, White
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This review is built from the product's Amazon Australia listing and a read-through of verified buyer reviews — not from physically testing the unit ourselves. Note upfront: this is a manual flap, not a microchip-reading door — see the other two picks in this guide for chip-activated options.
Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Activation | None — manual 4-position lock (in/out/locked/open) |
| Microchip reading | Not included |
| Best for | Owners wanting a simple, secure, low-cost flap without chip-reading or curfew automation |
Who it's for
- Owners who don't need to keep other animals out or set an automated curfew — a manual lock covers most single-pet households fine.
- Buyers wanting the lowest price and a very large, well-established review base from a trusted brand.
Who it's not for
- Anyone whose main reason for buying a pet door is to keep other cats or animals out — this flap has no chip-reading to distinguish pets.
- Owners wanting an automated curfew/lockout schedule — the manual lock has to be set by hand.
Pros
- Lowest price point in this comparison by a wide margin.
- Huge, well-established review base.
- Trusted PetSafe brand, already represented elsewhere in this guide.
Cons
- Not microchip-activated at all — won't keep other animals out or distinguish between pets.
- No automated curfew scheduling — locking positions are set manually.
- A meaningfully different (simpler) product category than the other two picks in this guide; make sure it actually fits what you need before buying on price alone.
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