Hakuna Pets Deluxe Aluminum Pet, Cat and Dog Door with 2-Way Locking Panel for Screens, Doors and Walls up to 2.8" Thick, Large, White Review

4.3 (766) Amazon rating

Our verdict

This aluminum framed door is built heavier than typical plastic cat doors, with a 100 pound weight rating that suits large cats and full grown dogs sharing one entry point.

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Best for

Multi-pet homes with large cats or dogs that need a sturdy aluminum frame rated up to 100 pounds.

Skip if

You only have a small cat, since this Large size and its flap are built for much bigger pets.

  • Breed size Large

Our scorecard

4.3/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.3/5

    4.3 average across 766 owner ratings

  • Popularity2.8/5

    766 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

["The Hakuna Pets Deluxe door is built from aluminum rather than the molded plastic used on most cat doors, with an aluminum frame and a 2 way locking flap panel. It's rated for pets up to 100 lbs, which puts it in territory usually reserved for dog doors, making it a fit for households where a large cat and a dog share the same entry.", 'This Large size fits screens, doors, and walls up to 2.8 inches thick, and it ships with a 3 year manufacturer warranty, a longer coverage window than many budget flap doors offer. The listing includes the door itself plus installation instructions.', 'With a 4.3 star average from 766 reviews, it has a steady track record, though its review count is smaller than some of the bestselling plastic cat flaps in this category.']

Pros

  • Aluminum frame and construction, sturdier than typical plastic cat doors
  • 100 lb weight capacity fits large cats and dogs on one door
  • Fits mounting surfaces up to 2.8 inches thick
  • 3 year manufacturer warranty
  • 4.3 star average across 766 reviews

Cons

  • Large size may be more flap than a single small cat needs
  • Smaller review base than the top selling cat doors in this category
  • No listed price at time of review

Specifications

Breed size
Large

Performance notes

The aluminum frame and flap panel are a step up in material from the molded plastic used on most cat doors in this category, and the 100 lb weight rating and 2.8 inch max thickness point to a door engineered for larger openings and heavier pets rather than a small kitten flap.

What buyers say

A 4.3 star average across 766 reviews is a solid, middle of the pack result, suggesting most buyers are satisfied without the door being a runaway bestseller.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the weight capacity of this door?

It's rated for pets up to 100 lbs, based on the manufacturer's listed weight capacity for this Large size.

How thick a wall or door can this fit?

It's built for panels up to 2.8 inches thick, covering most standard doors and many walls.

Does it come with a warranty?

Yes, it includes a 3 year manufacturer warranty.

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