Buying a dog camera that can toss treats to your dog is a good idea. Seeing a lot of choices is fun, but confusing as well because of the different features. This comparison guide between Furbo and Skymee will help you to assess what features you really need and if the price is really worth the benefits of these dog treat-tossing cameras.
Furbo VS Skymee Comparison Chart
Field of View
130 degrees wide-angle view
Picture-taking Ability
Yes (via paid subscription)
Dimensions
5.63 x 5.63 x 9.41 inches
Treat Dispenser Capacity
Up to 100 treats (0.6 to 1.1 cm)
Treat Compatibility
Compatible with round-shaped treats only up to 0.4 inch in diameter
Compatible with different sizes of treats but only one size at a time
Smart Dog Alerts
Human detection is also only available via subscription
Subscription Price
$6.99 per month or $69 per year
Capacity
Can only store up to 24 hours of video history
Furbo Picture-taking Ability
Yes (via paid subscription)
Treat Compatibility
Compatible with round-shaped treats only up to 0.4 inch in diameter
Smart Dog Alerts
Human detection is also only available via subscription
Subscription Price
$6.99 per month or $69 per year
Capacity
Can only store up to 24 hours of video history
Skymee Field of View
130 degrees wide-angle view
Dimensions
5.63 x 5.63 x 9.41 inches
Treat Dispenser Capacity
Up to 100 treats (0.6 to 1.1 cm)
Treat Compatibility
Compatible with different sizes of treats but only one size at a time
Treat Tossing Feature
Furbo is also capable of shooting out multiple treats at a time at a distance of about a foot from the device although this device does not allow you to schedule an interactive treat-tossing time for your pets. One thing we noticed about this device during testing is that it creates loud noise which might startle your dogs while they are sleeping or your old, frail pupper which might have negative effects with regards to their health.
Skymee makes a barking sound to attract your dog before shooting out the treats; this happens after you press the toss treat button in the app. This device launches about two to four treats at a time which we think is just the perfect amount of treats to be given in one go. We also never had a problem when testing the treat dispensing feature; we did not experience treats being jammed at all which is perfect, in our opinion. Skymee shoots out treats for up to 5 feet or more which can be a great entertainment for your pups.
Furbo
Furbo is also capable of shooting out multiple treats at a time at a distance of about a foot from the device although this device does not allow you to schedule an interactive treat-tossing time for your pets. One thing we noticed about this device during testing is that it creates loud noise which might startle your dogs while they are sleeping or your old, frail pupper which might have negative effects with regards to their health.
SKYMEE
Skymee makes a barking sound to attract your dog before shooting out the treats; this happens after you press the toss treat button in the app. This device launches about two to four treats at a time which we think is just the perfect amount of treats to be given in one go. We also never had a problem when testing the treat dispensing feature; we did not experience treats being jammed at all which is perfect, in our opinion. Skymee shoots out treats for up to 5 feet or more which can be a great entertainment for your pups.
Treat Compatibility
Furbo, on the other hand, does not come with this kind of set-up; it only allows you to store one-size treats into the device. Furbo does not offer a detachable container top so it would be very tricky when trying to clean the device.
Skymee comes with multiple stops or doors of different sizes depending on the size of the dog treats that you’re using for your pups. The recommended size of treats is from 4 mm to 17 mm. By default, there is already one attached inside the device but it is easily removable for when you want to switch to a bigger or smaller treat.
Furbo
Furbo, on the other hand, does not come with this kind of set-up; it only allows you to store one-size treats into the device. Furbo does not offer a detachable container top so it would be very tricky when trying to clean the device.
Skymee
Skymee comes with multiple stops or doors of different sizes depending on the size of the dog treats that you’re using for your pups. The recommended size of treats is from 4 mm to 17 mm. By default, there is already one attached inside the device but it is easily removable for when you want to switch to a bigger or smaller treat.
Sounds Alerts
Furbo also comes with sound alert notifications that come to your phones using their app, but a noticeable difference is that this device also does a good job at differentiating only between human animal sounds. Furbo also features automated alerts when it detects dog barkings that comes with the free plan. But the good thing about Furbo is that it comes with a Smart Dog Alerts feature which optimizes the use of artificial intelligence so it can learn gradually about your dog, and it can then send much more accurate notifications over time; this comes with their paid subscription.
Skymee emits a loud barking noise whenever the device dispenses treats and this might not be a good feature if for example your dog is a bit jittery or nervous as it might make your dogs feel more agitated over time.
Furbo
Furbo also comes with sound alert notifications that come to your phones using their app, but a noticeable difference is that this device also does a good job at differentiating only between human animal sounds. Furbo also features automated alerts when it detects dog barkings that comes with the free plan. But the good thing about Furbo is that it comes with a Smart Dog Alerts feature which optimizes the use of artificial intelligence so it can learn gradually about your dog, and it can then send much more accurate notifications over time; this comes with their paid subscription.
SKYMEE
Skymee emits a loud barking noise whenever the device dispenses treats and this might not be a good feature if for example your dog is a bit jittery or nervous as it might make your dogs feel more agitated over time.
Video Quality
Furbo also shows a clear 160-degree wide angle display. This device also has a night vision feature which also automatically turns on when it gets dark at night which is pretty convenient for when you are working night shifts.
Skymee has a full HD 1080P camera which is the norm nowadays for the newest types of cameras out there. This device already comes with infrared LED night vision which is perfect for night time viewing.
Furbo
Furbo also shows a clear 160-degree wide angle display. This device also has a night vision feature which also automatically turns on when it gets dark at night which is pretty convenient for when you are working night shifts.
SKYMEE
Skymee has a full HD 1080P camera which is the norm nowadays for the newest types of cameras out there. This device already comes with infrared LED night vision which is perfect for night time viewing.
Audio Quality
Furbo also has microphones and speakers which lets you have conversations and interactions with your pets and vice versa. Upon testing, we also noticed that Furbo kind of releases mumbling sounds which is a bit difficult to understand. One thing to note when checking out this product.
Skymee has a two-way intercom so you can communicate and interact with your dogs even while you’re away. The app allows you to record your own voice or customize sound alerts so before the treat shoots out, the device will play that voice or audio recording that you saved so it can catch your puppy's attention before the treat shoots out from the device. One thing that we do not like about this product is that the built-in speaker quality is not as good as we expected it to be. Even with strong connection, the audio quality sounds quite harsh when using the microphone of the app.
Furbo
Furbo also has microphones and speakers which lets you have conversations and interactions with your pets and vice versa. Upon testing, we also noticed that Furbo kind of releases mumbling sounds which is a bit difficult to understand. One thing to note when checking out this product.
SKYMEE
Skymee has a two-way intercom so you can communicate and interact with your dogs even while you’re away. The app allows you to record your own voice or customize sound alerts so before the treat shoots out, the device will play that voice or audio recording that you saved so it can catch your puppy's attention before the treat shoots out from the device. One thing that we do not like about this product is that the built-in speaker quality is not as good as we expected it to be. Even with strong connection, the audio quality sounds quite harsh when using the microphone of the app.
Placements
Furbo on the other hand does not have the capability to be mounted on walls. Unlike Skymee, this device does not have tapes underneath; It instead only comes with 4 sticky padding materials underneath which makes it slide or be moved easier on surfaces.
The Skymee device is very easy to set up. Just plug in the USB cord to the micro USB port at the back of the device, download the free Skymee app from PlayStore or AppStore. There are three tapes underneath the device so you could stick it on a table or on the floor and you won’t have to worry about it being pushed over by your pup, although, it might not be as sturdy as you might think.
Furbo
Furbo on the other hand does not have the capability to be mounted on walls. Unlike Skymee, this device does not have tapes underneath; It instead only comes with 4 sticky padding materials underneath which makes it slide or be moved easier on surfaces.
SKYMEE
The Skymee device is very easy to set up. Just plug in the USB cord to the micro USB port at the back of the device, download the free Skymee app from PlayStore or AppStore. There are three tapes underneath the device so you could stick it on a table or on the floor and you won’t have to worry about it being pushed over by your pup, although, it might not be as sturdy as you might think.
Photos and Video Sharing
Furbo only supports up to 2.4G which can make a difference or can give you issues if you’re using new wifi routers. You cannot have multiple devices at home and logged into one account. You will need to log in and log out every time you want to access a different Furbo device at home.
Skymee allows you to take a photo and record a video which will then be automatically saved to your device. One app account can be logged in on different devices at the same time allowing your family and friends to have access to the device so they can also watch your pups for you, interact with them using the treat dispenser or by just simply talking to your pups using its two-way intercom feature. You can also connect multiple devices in the app at the same time so if you have other devices from the Skymee brand, you will not have any problems connecting them to your account. This device also allows you to record a video or take snapshots of your pups using the app while you’re away.
Furbo
Furbo only supports up to 2.4G which can make a difference or can give you issues if you’re using new wifi routers. You cannot have multiple devices at home and logged into one account. You will need to log in and log out every time you want to access a different Furbo device at home.
SKYMEE
Skymee allows you to take a photo and record a video which will then be automatically saved to your device. One app account can be logged in on different devices at the same time allowing your family and friends to have access to the device so they can also watch your pups for you, interact with them using the treat dispenser or by just simply talking to your pups using its two-way intercom feature. You can also connect multiple devices in the app at the same time so if you have other devices from the Skymee brand, you will not have any problems connecting them to your account. This device also allows you to record a video or take snapshots of your pups using the app while you’re away.
Capacity and Maintenance
Furbo, on the other hand, does not provide you with the ability to detach the container and wash it separately which can be a bit of a hassle when you want to clean the insides of the device. Furbo can only hold up to 0.5 pounds of treats.
Skymee can hold up to 100 treats that are around 0.6 to 1.1 cm at a time. The lid is not detachable from the device so you might find it hard to clean the treats container inside.
Furbo
Furbo, on the other hand, does not provide you with the ability to detach the container and wash it separately which can be a bit of a hassle when you want to clean the insides of the device. Furbo can only hold up to 0.5 pounds of treats.
SKYMEE
Skymee can hold up to 100 treats that are around 0.6 to 1.1 cm at a time. The lid is not detachable from the device so you might find it hard to clean the treats container inside.
Design
Furbo is very different in looks. This device is made of plastic and has a white finish with a bamboo top that serves as its cover.
Skymee has a very minimalistic design with white finish. The design is very aesthetically pleasing with the lid attached to the body of the device and a USB port at the back of the device. There is a light indicator so you will know that it is ready to pair and if it’s already paried with your phone.
Furbo
Furbo is very different in looks. This device is made of plastic and has a white finish with a bamboo top that serves as its cover.
SKYMEE
Skymee has a very minimalistic design with white finish. The design is very aesthetically pleasing with the lid attached to the body of the device and a USB port at the back of the device. There is a light indicator so you will know that it is ready to pair and if it’s already paried with your phone.
Subscriptions & Free Trials
Furbo only has one subscription option of $6.99 per month which would cost you about $69 per year and offers a 90-day free trial. The Furbo subscription includes dog diaries, dog selfie alerts and also video history.
You do not need to pay any additional subscription fees in order to access and use all of its features.
*You get extended warranty if the product purchased from the official website
Furbo
Furbo only has one subscription option of $6.99 per month which would cost you about $69 per year and offers a 90-day free trial. The Furbo subscription includes dog diaries, dog selfie alerts and also video history.
*You get extended warranty if the product purchased from the official website
SKYMEE
You do not need to pay any additional subscription fees in order to access and use all of its features.
Furbo and Skymee Key Differences and Similarities
Key Differences
- Furbo’s camera view is 160 degrees wide-view angle while Skymee has a wide-angle view of 130 degrees.
- Furbo can digitally zoom up to 3x and Skymee can zoom in 4x.
- Treat Dispenser Capacity for Furbo is only up to 0,5 pounds while Skymee can store up to 100 pcs. 0.6 to 1.1 cm. treats. 0.4 inch diameter round-shaped treats are compatible with Furbo while Skymee can store different shapes of treats but one size at a time.
- Furbo’s human detection alert is only available via subscription while on Skymee it already has.
- For the free trial, 90 days for Furbo while 30 days for Skymee
- $6.99/mo. or $69 per year Furbo subscription while no subscription needed for Skymee
- Unlike Skymee, Furbo has cloud video storage
- Furbo can store up to 24 hours of video history
Key Similarities
- 1080p HD camera
- 1-year warranty
Our Verdict
Since what we are after on a dog camera is seeing what they are doing without you, especially when you are on a business meeting, it is important to also have a video record and play what happened. Also, a wider view can get these events better so the winner for this comparison is the Furbo dog camera.
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Mark is a Boston University graduate and former electrical engineer. In 2017, he decided to combine his tech knowledge with his love for dogs. He spent a year familiarizing himself with the latest GPS tracking collars, invisible fences, and other hot pet gadgets before he wrote his first product review. After selling Technobark, Mark remained a writer and consultant but spends more time on his other passion now: raising and training his growing family of dogs.
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