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product_id: 49052758
title: "Cat Mate Elite Microchip Cat Flap with Digital Timer & LCD Display (355) - For Small to Average sized Cats, Easy Installation in UPVC Doors, Glass, and Wood, White"
brand: "cat mate"
price: "€ 201.46"
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# Customizable timer control Microchip & ID disc activated 4-way secure locking system Cat Mate Elite Microchip Cat Flap with Digital Timer & LCD Display (355) - For Small to Average sized Cats, Easy Installation in UPVC Doors, Glass, and Wood, White

**Brand:** cat mate
**Price:** € 201.46
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🐾 Unlock freedom, control access, and keep your home purr-fectly secure!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Cat Mate Elite Microchip Cat Flap with Digital Timer & LCD Display (355) - For Small to Average sized Cats, Easy Installation in UPVC Doors, Glass, and Wood, White by cat mate
- **How much does it cost?** € 201.46 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- cat mate enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted cat mate brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Real-Time LCD Display:** Instant status updates on lock settings and your cat’s location.
- • **Tail-Safe Gentle Close:** Soft flap closure protects your cat’s tail while securing your home.
- • **Universal Installation:** Fits UPVC, wood, glass, and metal doors with ease—no compromises.
- • **Precision Timer Control:** Set curfews effortlessly to manage your cat’s comings and goings.
- • **Exclusive Microchip Access:** Only your cats get in—no unwanted visitors allowed.

## Overview

The Cat Mate Elite Microchip Cat Flap combines advanced microchip recognition with a 4-way locking system and customizable timer, allowing up to 9 cats exclusive, secure access. Featuring an intuitive LCD display for real-time status updates and designed for easy installation in UPVC, wood, glass, or metal doors, it ensures safety and convenience for small to medium-sized cats. Its gentle flap closure protects tails while maintaining security, making it the smart choice for modern pet owners who value control and peace of mind.

## Description

From the manufacturer Introducing the Cat Mate Elite Microchip Cat Flap with Digital Timer & LCD Display Give your cats the key to their home with the Elite Microchip Cat Flap with Timer Control. This smart pet door from Cat Mate uses your pets’ unique microchips or Pet Mate I.D. Discs (available separately) to grant them entry (not dual scanning) – giving you (and your cat) the peace of mind that a wild animal or next door’s moggy won’t poke its nose in where they aren’t wanted! In order to save battery, the Elite Microchip Cat Flap with Timer Control only scans your pet and unlocks when your pet starts putting pressure on the flap. Encourage your pets to push against the flap by putting treats on the rim and the other side of the clear flap. Exclusive Access Give your furry friend exclusive access to your home with the Elite Microchip Cat Flap, by reading your cat’s microchip or Cat Mate ID Disc. Flexible Four Way Lock and Timer Functionality A secure double point 4-way locking system gives you the option to set this pet door to in only, out only, in or out, or fully locked. And our Timer Function allows you to set a curfew for your furry friend so you can control when they enter and leave home. It ensures a wild animals won’t barge into your home! Perfect Size for Most Small to Average Sized Cats The Cat Mate Microchip Cat Door features a flap size of 15cm by 15cm, making them ideal for most cats and even some smaller dogs. This versatile sizing ensures comfortable entry and exit for your pets, accommodating a wide range of breeds. Designed with both security and convenience in mind, these doors provide a perfect fit for your pet's needs.

Review: One of the best things I've bought - I read many review for many different cat flaps before finally deciding on this one . Its reasonably easy to install , mines in a UPVC door , I needed a drill and jigsaw. It takes 4 AA batteries , not included . The setting up of the functions was a bit fiddly but with patients and reading the instructions carefully , even I managed it . You have to press quite hard and in the middle of the small buttons. Its best to programme the cats microchip in before installing . Plenty of Dreamies enticed mine through the opened flap to do this . Then once installed sort out the rest of the programming . I had a little trouble programming in the actual now time . I felt the instructions weren't clear for that step but managed . Then i programme what time the flap unlocked and could be accessed both ways in the morning and what time it locked to 'come in only" at the night time by following the instructions . You must remember to save each step . Maybe an app on the phone would make programming a bit less fiddly , just a suggestion . I like the fact there is a little icon for each cat on the display strip that shows whether they are in or out . There is also apparently a function that shows how long they have been in or out but I haven't felt the need to set that up. There was mention of the flap being noisy when unlocking with the microchip recognition but my 2 kitties soon realised that noise ment it would open and let them through. . There was some catflap reviews of the flaps closing hard ,trapping tails . This flap closes gently on the tail if they don't move quickly through then locks once the tail is clear . I no longer feel guilty at having to leave my furry friends shut in the house while I'm on a long work day . Though a bit pricy I would highly recommend 5⭐️
Review: Fantastic Product! Works exactly as I had hoped. - This is simply fantastic. I moved into my grandma's old house and needed a way for my little cat to get in and out. She has never used a flap before, previous landlady refused to allow a flap to be installed. Installation was pretty simple, 10 mins with a drill and a jigsaw. Programming was fairly simple too, activated the chip scanner, grabbed the cat and posted her from the outside back into the house and it was all done. Set the timer, which works perfectly. It did take her a few days to get used to it because every time she touched it the noise of the solenoid motor made her jump and run away! With some persistence I showed her that it was safe and she now uses it without any issues at all. I was worried about how quickly the reader would work from the outside and make her think it had locked her out, however I was pleased to see that when she was running back in to escape another cat it opened instantly and shut her new friend outside for them to howl at each other through the cat flap. I also find the indicator very handy, when I get home from work I can very quickly see if she's in or out. In summary, excellent. I'm sure that there will be people who don't have a similar experience. My cat is a bit of a wuss so she doesn't really try very hard to defeat the locking mechanism when it won't let her out, she just accepts that it's locked and walks away. If you've got a cat who can open doors etc then they might be able to unlock the flap. It bolts with the solenoid on 2 plastic pins in the center bottom of the flap. Really the 2 plastic pins should be further apart, as it allows the bottom corners to be pulled.

## Features

- Warning:To be used under the direct supervision of an adult
- MICROCHIP ACTIVATED ENTRY WITH TIMER CONTROL: Reads your cat's microchip or Cat Mate ID Disc, allows access for up to 9 cats, and is compatible with 15-digit ISO microchips. Includes timer control for curfew settings
- SUITABLE FOR SMALL TO MEDIUM-SIZED CATS: Designed for cats of various sizes, providing them with easy access while ensuring their safety and comfort
- LCD DISPLAY FOR STATUS UPDATES: Provides real-time information on entry and exit lock settings, cat location, and time since last use for up to 3 selected cats
- DIMENSIONS: Self-lining to 100 mm (4”) thick; overall size is 248 mm (9 3/4”) width by 265 mm (10 3/8”) height; cut-out is 178 mm (7 1/16”) width by 204 mm (8 1/16”) height, diameter 232 mm (9 1/8”); flap opening size is 145 mm width by 145 mm height
- INSTALLATION MATERIALS: Easily fitted to walls or glass panels; suitable for single or multiple glazing (double/triple), UPVC doors, metal doors, wooden doors, and walls

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B009GODTTK |
| Best Sellers Rank | 11,236 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) 28 in Cat Flaps 6,692 in Dogs |
| Brand | Cat Mate |
| Brand Name | Cat Mate |
| Closure Type | Magnetic |
| Colour | White/Black |
| Country Of Origin | China |
| Customer Reviews | 3.8 out of 5 stars 1,636 Reviews |
| Dog Breed Size | Medium |
| Frame Material | Plastic |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00035368003554 |
| Included Components | Kerbl Cat Mate Elite Microchip timer switch gest. Cat Door White |
| Item Type Name | Microchip Cat Door |
| Item Weight | 0.5 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | Pet Mate |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 355W |
| Material | Plastic |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Mattress thickness | 10 Centimeters |
| Maximum Compatible Thickness | 10 Centimeters |
| Minimum Compatible Thickness | 10 Centimeters |
| Minimum compatible thickness | 10 Centimeters |
| Model Number | 355W |
| Pet Type | Cat |
| Size | One Size |
| Smart Home Compatibility | Smart Home Compatible |
| Target Audience | Cats |
| UPC | 035368003554 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Cat Mate
- **Colour:** White/Black
- **Material:** Plastic
- **Mattress thickness:** 10 Centimeters
- **Size:** One Size

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Hi How strong is this when it is locked eg at night  as we have a cat who can open a locked staywell cat flap and escape,  quicker than I can!**
A: This is very strong. Have several cats that have tried to get in to no avail and our own cat has never managed to vet out either all though she had managed to with our old staywell magnetic which we manually locked at night. This was expensive but worth every penny

**Q: What size is the actual door opening?**
A: 14 cm wide and 17 cm high. One of my cats is rather large (fat) and gets through no problem. The electronic whirring when the flap is activated did spook the cats a little for a couple of days. However the option of sitting out in the rain or putting up with a slight whirring noise soon becomes a no brainer. Now they use it without a second thought.

**Q: Hi where can i check if my cats Avid microchip is compatable?**
A: The Cat Mate Elite Microchip Cat Flap with Timer is compatible with 9 (Avid), 10 (Avid) and 15 (ISO) digit microchips.

**Q: catmate elite microchip cat flap training mode: if the catflap is set to training mode, does the timer function to allow for locking it on in only?**
A: Sorry, I have just double checked with Petmate customer services and the answer is no :(

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One of the best things I've bought
*by D***N on 26 September 2022*

I read many review for many different cat flaps before finally deciding on this one . Its reasonably easy to install , mines in a UPVC door , I needed a drill and jigsaw. It takes 4 AA batteries , not included . The setting up of the functions was a bit fiddly but with patients and reading the instructions carefully , even I managed it . You have to press quite hard and in the middle of the small buttons. Its best to programme the cats microchip in before installing . Plenty of Dreamies enticed mine through the opened flap to do this . Then once installed sort out the rest of the programming . I had a little trouble programming in the actual now time . I felt the instructions weren't clear for that step but managed . Then i programme what time the flap unlocked and could be accessed both ways in the morning and what time it locked to 'come in only" at the night time by following the instructions . You must remember to save each step . Maybe an app on the phone would make programming a bit less fiddly , just a suggestion . I like the fact there is a little icon for each cat on the display strip that shows whether they are in or out . There is also apparently a function that shows how long they have been in or out but I haven't felt the need to set that up. There was mention of the flap being noisy when unlocking with the microchip recognition but my 2 kitties soon realised that noise ment it would open and let them through. . There was some catflap reviews of the flaps closing hard ,trapping tails . This flap closes gently on the tail if they don't move quickly through then locks once the tail is clear . I no longer feel guilty at having to leave my furry friends shut in the house while I'm on a long work day . Though a bit pricy I would highly recommend 5⭐️

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic Product! Works exactly as I had hoped.
*by J***E on 18 June 2016*

This is simply fantastic. I moved into my grandma's old house and needed a way for my little cat to get in and out. She has never used a flap before, previous landlady refused to allow a flap to be installed. Installation was pretty simple, 10 mins with a drill and a jigsaw. Programming was fairly simple too, activated the chip scanner, grabbed the cat and posted her from the outside back into the house and it was all done. Set the timer, which works perfectly. It did take her a few days to get used to it because every time she touched it the noise of the solenoid motor made her jump and run away! With some persistence I showed her that it was safe and she now uses it without any issues at all. I was worried about how quickly the reader would work from the outside and make her think it had locked her out, however I was pleased to see that when she was running back in to escape another cat it opened instantly and shut her new friend outside for them to howl at each other through the cat flap. I also find the indicator very handy, when I get home from work I can very quickly see if she's in or out. In summary, excellent. I'm sure that there will be people who don't have a similar experience. My cat is a bit of a wuss so she doesn't really try very hard to defeat the locking mechanism when it won't let her out, she just accepts that it's locked and walks away. If you've got a cat who can open doors etc then they might be able to unlock the flap. It bolts with the solenoid on 2 plastic pins in the center bottom of the flap. Really the 2 plastic pins should be further apart, as it allows the bottom corners to be pulled.

### ⭐ Terrible defective product littered with design flaws.
*by S***Y on 20 November 2015*

Quite possibly the worse product I have ever ever purchased. Totally unfit for purpose and just does not work. Sensors physically don't work. Programmes up fine so it must read. Cat tries to enter......just will not open. I am an engineer so I understand these devices. It is littered with technical issues and design faults. The support helpline has a guy who is totally defensive and condescending who tried to tell me that the metal in my upvc plastic door was interfering with signal. No......a there is no metal I checked........b. ..the unit programme fine.... he then tells me I need to calibrate it by removing batteries and placing them back in. ...I used to be a battery design engineer this makes no difference and didn't. . This has no relation to the faults of the unit. The unit opens and closes randomly........he said that's normal...it's to reset a stuck door if it detects it's open still. Yes it is open because I pegged it open as instructed. Training mode should disable this open and closing feature as it tells you peg it open. Totally poor I'll though out design. Does not support selective exit so kitten can escape when you want to keep 1 in and let adult out. The noise of the mechanism is so loud it frightens the cat. He refused to use it and stayed outside looking at it for 10 hours in rain. This is literally the worst product imaginable. Read this review and do not even think about buying it. I am not one of those idiots who can't use the product properly. I design complex machinery for a living. Do not waste your money. I had to tape the manual coller chip to the unit in the end. (Aweful). I then thought to myself. What the he'll am I doing send this junk back. They told me I was 2 days late for registering warranty so can't. I said well your having it back anyway. Amazon took my return. Thank you amazon for having an awesome returns policy that looks after customers. That is why I shop mostly at amazon because they care about their customers unlike these cowboys. This product can only be described as a part functioning faulty prototype with aweful user interface with defective design flaws. In my opinion I would wait until sure flap release a timed selective exit unit. Dual scan.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Cat Mate Elite Microchip Cat Flap W/ Timer Control
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- Cat Mate Collar Worn Pet ID Disc for use with all Cat Mate, Dog Mate, and Closer Pets Products

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*Last updated: 2026-07-09*