PetSafe Electronic SmartDoor - White, Large with Extra SmartKey Review

4.2 (155) Amazon rating$214.48

Our verdict

The PetSafe Electronic SmartDoor is a large, collar-key operated electronic pet door that comes with an extra SmartKey, and its 4.2 star average across 155 reviews reflects a generally reliable track record from an established pet brand.

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Best for

Owners who want an electronic, key-based pet door from a well-known brand and like having a spare SmartKey on hand for a second pet or as a backup.

Skip if

You'd rather avoid battery-powered electronics or collar-worn keys and prefer a simple manual flap or magnetic-closure insert instead.

  • Priced 241% above the category median ($62.98 across 107 tracked models)

Our scorecard

4.2/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.2/5

    4.2 average across 155 owner ratings

  • Popularity1.0/5

    155 owner reviews, fewer than most models here

The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other dog and cat food, health, gear and grooming we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.

Overview

["The PetSafe Electronic SmartDoor uses a SmartKey system, a small key attached to your pet's collar that lets the door recognize and unlock for your pet specifically, and this listing includes an extra SmartKey, useful if you have more than one pet or want a backup on hand. It's the large size, finished in white.", "As an electronic access system rather than a passive flap, it's built to keep the door locked to other animals or strays while opening automatically for pets wearing a paired key. PetSafe is a well-established brand in the pet door and containment space, and detailed material specs for this particular listing aren't provided beyond the size and color.", "At $214.48, it's priced in the middle of this group, above manual sliding glass inserts but below the higher-end wall-mount electronic units. It has 155 reviews averaging 4.2 stars, a solid track record, though it currently shows 0 units bought in the past month."]

Pros

  • SmartKey system restricts access to pets wearing a paired key
  • Includes an extra SmartKey for a second pet or as a backup
  • Solid 4.2 star average across 155 reviews
  • Established PetSafe brand backing

Cons

  • Detailed material and dimension specs aren't listed for this unit
  • Electronic, key-based systems mean batteries and key pairing to maintain
  • 0 units bought in the past month suggests slower current demand

Performance notes

The SmartKey mechanism is the core functional feature here: a small key worn on your pet's collar signals the door to unlock, so only paired pets can pass through, which is a different approach from the mechanical magnetic or lock closures used on the sliding glass door inserts in this category. Including a spare SmartKey adds convenience for multi-pet households or as a replacement if the first key is lost.

What buyers say

A 4.2 star average from 155 reviews suggests a generally well-liked product from an established brand, though the 0 units bought in the past month indicates current sales activity has slowed relative to its overall review history.

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Frequently asked questions

How does the SmartDoor recognize my pet?

It uses a SmartKey attached to your pet's collar, which signals the door to unlock specifically for pets wearing a paired key.

Does this listing include more than one key?

Yes, this version comes with an extra SmartKey included, which is useful for a second pet or as a backup.

What size is this door?

This listing is the large size, finished in white.

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