I also broke the unit down for cleaning to see how practical this would be. I took note of details like the size, noise level, materials, and design considerations. Then, over the course of several weeks, I spent a fair amount of time acquainting my cat, Floyd, with the device. First, I observed how involved the setup process was. To find out, I examined the SureFeed closely on several fronts. Ultimately, I wanted to learn: does this feeder really work? And is the steep price justified? For this review, I relied on extensive research and feedback from my own discerning cat to get an idea of how the SureFeed Microchip Feeder might work for other pet parents. As a cat product reviewer and lifelong cat parent, I understand the utility of microchip feeders-as well as the features that will be most important to cats and their people.