Neareal 74-Ounce / 2.2-Liter Stainless Steel Cat Water Fountain

Product Overview

The Neareal 2.2-liter stainless steel cat water fountain is a corded indoor pet drinking system designed to circulate and filter water continuously. It has an approximately 74-ounce capacity and uses a 5-volt electric pump to move water through the drinking area. The fountain is intended primarily for cats and other appropriately sized household pets.

The main reservoir and drinking surfaces use stainless steel, while the filtration system combines a replaceable carbon filter with a pre-filter sponge. The filter helps address suspended debris and odors, while the sponge captures larger material such as hair and food particles before water reaches the pump. The fountain can provide flowing water through its removable faucet assembly.

The unit measures approximately 8.07 inches long, 5.9 inches wide, and 6.89 inches high and weighs about 1.2 pounds when empty. It is designed only for indoor operation and must contain sufficient water whenever the pump is running. Routine ownership involves replenishing the reservoir, cleaning the stainless-steel components and pump, and replacing the filter and sponge periodically.

Product Information

Product Identifier Summary

Model Number

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MPN

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UPC

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EAN

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GTIN

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ASIN

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Common Uses

• Providing continuously circulated drinking water for indoor cats.
• Serving as a water source for appropriately sized small household pets.
• Filtering pet hair and larger debris from circulating drinking water.
• Providing a flowing-water drinking surface instead of a stationary bowl.
• Maintaining a larger water supply than many conventional single pet bowls.
• Supporting households where one or more pets regularly use a shared indoor water station.

Maintenance & Care

The fountain should be disconnected from electrical power before cleaning or maintenance. Stainless-steel components can be disassembled for washing, while the pump, filter compartment, and water passages should be checked for accumulated hair, food particles, mineral residue, and other debris.

The carbon filter should be soaked in clean water for approximately five minutes and rinsed before first use. This preparation helps remove loose carbon particles. The filter and pre-filter sponge should also be rinsed when the fountain water is changed.

The documented maintenance guidance recommends replacing the filter and sponge approximately every one to two weeks. Actual replacement frequency can vary with the number of pets using the fountain, water quality, and how quickly debris accumulates.

Keep the water level sufficiently high while the pump operates. Running the pump with too little water can increase noise and contribute to premature pump wear. The electrical adapter, plug, and electrical connections should remain dry during cleaning.

Safety Information

• Use the fountain indoors only.
• Do not operate the pump without water in the reservoir.
• Disconnect electrical power before cleaning, disassembling, or maintaining the fountain.
• Keep the power adapter and electrical plug dry.
• Maintain an adequate water level while the pump is operating.
• Inspect the electrical cord, adapter, pump, and connections for damage before use.
• Do not operate the fountain if an electrical component is visibly damaged.
• Place the fountain on a stable indoor surface where spilled water cannot damage nearby electrical equipment.
• Rinse a new carbon filter before installation.
• Clean the fountain regularly to limit accumulation of pet hair, food particles, mineral deposits, and biological residue.

Technical Specifications

Product History

Public catalog records for this 2.2-liter Neareal fountain configuration date to 2025. It belongs to a broader Neareal pet-water product range that also includes larger stainless-steel fountains and replacement filtration components.

Neareal has subsequently offered related fountain configurations with larger reservoirs and different accessory packages. These products should be treated as separate configurations when selecting pumps, filters, sponges, reservoirs, or other replacement parts.

Key Features

• 2.2-liter stainless-steel reservoir.
• Continuous electrically powered water circulation.
• 5-volt pump.
• Documented pump noise level of 28 dB or less.
• Replaceable carbon filtration component.
• Replaceable pre-filter sponge.
• Removable water faucet.
• Indoor pet-water configuration.
• Disassemblable design for routine cleaning.
• Stainless-steel drinking surfaces.
• Replaceable filtration components available for the 2.2-liter fountain family.

Package Contents

• Neareal 2.2-liter pet water fountain.
• Water faucet.
• Water pump.
• One carbon filter.
• One pre-filter sponge.
• Power adapter.
• User manual.

Compatibility

Replacement filters and pre-filter sponges should specifically list compatibility with the Neareal 2.2-liter / 74-ounce stainless-steel fountain. Neareal offers replacement filtration sets for this fountain family.

The pump, reservoir, faucet, and filtration arrangement are part of the fountain’s circulation system. Components from unrelated fountains should not be assumed compatible based solely on similar appearance.

Neareal also sells larger stainless-steel fountain systems, including 3.2-liter configurations. Filters or other components intended for a larger system should be verified for 2.2-liter compatibility before installation.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I identify this Neareal fountain?

Check the product documentation and the capacity of the reservoir. This configuration is the approximately 74-ounce, 2.2-liter stainless-steel version.

Does the fountain require a wall connection?

Yes. It is a corded electric fountain and uses a low-voltage pump. It is not a battery-powered or fully cordless model.

Can the fountain be used outdoors?

No. The documented operating guidance identifies this fountain for indoor use.

Can the pump run when the reservoir is empty?

No. The pump should not be operated without water. Dry operation can increase wear and may damage the pump.

Why does the pump become louder when the water level is low?

An insufficient water level can reduce normal pump circulation and increase operating noise. Refill the reservoir before the pump begins operating without adequate water.

How should a new filter be prepared?

Soak the filter in clean water for about five minutes and rinse it before installation. This helps remove loose carbon particles from the filter.

How often should the filter be replaced?

The documented recommendation is approximately every one to two weeks. Heavy use, multiple pets, or water containing more debris can require more frequent replacement.

How often should the sponge be replaced?

The pre-filter sponge follows the same general one-to-two-week replacement guidance. Its condition should also be checked when the fountain is cleaned or refilled.

What does the pre-filter sponge do?

The sponge captures larger particles before they reach the pump and finer filter materials. Typical debris includes pet hair, food particles, and visible dirt.

Can the stainless-steel fountain parts be washed in a dishwasher?

The stainless-steel components are documented as dishwasher safe. Electrical parts, including the pump connection, power adapter, and cord, should not be placed in a dishwasher.

Does the fountain require permanent installation?

No. It is a freestanding indoor appliance. The unit should be assembled according to its instructions, filled with water, and connected to an appropriate power source.

Can dogs use this fountain?

The fountain can serve appropriately sized pets that can comfortably reach and drink from its water surface. Its capacity and physical dimensions should be considered for larger animals or multi-pet households.

Does the fountain filter pet hair?

Yes. The pre-filter sponge is designed to intercept larger debris, including pet hair, before it enters other parts of the filtration and pump system.

Why might water flow decrease over time?

Reduced flow can result from a low water level, accumulated debris, a clogged filter or sponge, or buildup inside the pump. Cleaning the system and checking these components can restore normal circulation.

Can another brand of filter be used?

Compatibility should not be assumed from shape alone. Replacement filters and sponges should have the correct dimensions and be documented for the applicable Neareal fountain system.

Buying Considerations

This fountain requires continuous access to electrical power while circulating water. Households seeking a battery-powered or cordless fountain should distinguish this design from rechargeable pet fountains.

The 2.2-liter reservoir is intended for relatively compact indoor use. Larger pets or households with several animals may consume the available water more quickly than a single cat household.

Ongoing maintenance includes filter and sponge replacement. These consumable components should be considered separately from routine washing of the reusable stainless-steel fountain parts.

The pump should remain submerged in sufficient water during operation. This means the fountain still requires regular water-level checks even though its reservoir holds more water than many conventional pet bowls.

Replacement-part compatibility also deserves attention. Neareal offers fountains in multiple capacities, and filters, pumps, or other components should be verified for the specific 2.2-liter system.

Customer Feedback Summary

This section summarizes recurring themes in publicly available customer feedback and product discussions. These observations are generalized reports rather than verified technical specifications or first-hand testing.

Users commonly mention the stainless-steel construction and relatively simple disassembly as positive aspects. The metal drinking surface is often described as easier to wipe and wash than fountains with extensive exposed plastic surfaces.

Low operating noise is another recurring positive theme when the reservoir contains sufficient water and the pump is clean. Users also commonly note that flowing water attracts cats that show more interest in moving water than in a stationary bowl.

The filtration arrangement receives generally favorable comments for capturing visible hair and debris. At the same time, filter replacement is an ongoing maintenance requirement, and users note that replacement frequency can increase in multi-pet households.

Commonly reported limitations involve pump maintenance and water-level management. Noise can increase when the reservoir becomes low, while hair or mineral buildup can reduce water flow if the pump and filtration areas are not cleaned regularly.

Some users also emphasize the need to fully disassemble the pump during periodic cleaning rather than rinsing only the visible fountain surfaces. As with other recirculating pet fountains, consistent maintenance has a significant effect on noise, flow, and long-term pump performance.

Related Products

• Neareal 108-Ounce / 3.2-Liter Stainless Steel Cat Water Fountain — a larger-capacity fountain in the same general pet-water range.
• Neareal VB-01 Stainless Steel Automatic Cat Water Fountain — a related larger stainless-steel fountain configuration.
• Neareal 2.2-Liter Fountain Replacement Filters — replacement carbon filtration components for compatible fountains.
• Neareal 2.2-Liter Fountain Pre-Filter Sponges — replacement debris-catching sponges for compatible fountains.
• Neareal Replacement Pet Fountain Pump — a replacement circulation component for compatible Neareal fountain models.

Last Updated

August 15, 2026