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PetSafe, Deluxe Magnetic Cat Flap, Selective Entry, 4 Way Locking, White Review

By Dr. Lena Ortiz · Canine wellness writer · Published 2026-05-13 · Updated 2026-06-27

4.1 (2,600) Amazon rating$75.18

Our verdict

The PetSafe Deluxe Magnetic Cat Flap uses a magnetic key on your cat's collar for selective entry, paired with 4-way locking, as a mid-priced alternative to microchip-reading doors.

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Best for

Owners who want selective entry without the cost of a microchip-reading door, using a magnetic collar key instead.

Skip if

You would rather rely on your cat's existing microchip than attach a magnetic key to their collar.

  • Priced 135% above the category median ($31.95 across 49 tracked models)

Our scorecard

4.1/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.1/5

    4.1 average across 2,600 owner ratings

  • Popularity4.1/5

    2,600 owner reviews, more 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

PetSafe built this flap around a magnetic key system: your cat wears a small key on its collar, and the flap only unlocks for cats wearing the matching key. That gives you selective entry without the cost of a microchip-reading door.

On top of the magnetic entry, it includes 4-way locking so you can set it to in only, out only, fully locked, or left open depending on the time of day. The listing does not provide detailed measurements for door thickness or weight capacity, so it is worth confirming those details fit your door before ordering.

At $75.18, it sits in the middle of the pack price-wise, and a 4.1 star rating from more than 2,600 reviews puts it in solid, if unspectacular, territory.

Pros

  • Magnetic collar key gives selective entry without a microchip reader
  • 4-way locking for in only, out only, locked, or open
  • Mid-range price compared to full microchip doors
  • 4.1 star rating from more than 2,600 reviews

Cons

  • Requires attaching and maintaining a magnetic key on the collar
  • Detailed specs like door thickness and weight capacity are not listed, worth confirming before buying

Performance notes

PetSafe lists this as a magnetic, selective-entry design with 4-way locking, though detailed measurements like door thickness and weight capacity were not provided in the spec sheet for this listing.

What buyers say

With over 2,600 ratings averaging 4.1 stars, this sits mid-pack among the doors covered here, neither a standout nor a laggard.

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Frequently asked questions

How does selective entry work on this door?

It uses a magnetic key that attaches to your cat's collar, so the flap only unlocks for cats wearing the matching key.

Does it lock?

Yes, it has 4-way locking so you can set it to in only, out only, fully locked, or left open.

What size cat does this fit?

The listing does not provide detailed weight capacity or door thickness specs, so it is worth checking with the seller for your specific door before ordering.

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