What Is OnlyPet?
OnlyPet is an AI pet companion robot that you drive through your home from an app to reach your cat, then interact with her through live video and play.
This article covers the "Pet Companion Robot" launched on https://theonlypet.com/ on August 7, 2026, made by Zhongshan Jierui E-Commerce Co., Ltd. Owners steer the robot from the app, watch a 2K live feed, and play with the cat using a laser, teaser wands, and a tail-style toy once she's on screen.
The name OnlyPet is also used for a separate, fixed pet camera product sold on marketplaces like Amazon. This review covers only the self-driving "Pet Companion Robot" launched in August 2026.
Key Takeaways
What OnlyPet Is
- A self-driving AI pet robot you steer from an app to reach your cat, then play with her remotely
- Priced at US$199
- 2K camera, two-way voice, laser, interchangeable teaser wands, a tail-style toy, and a door-mounted toy controller
- Three days of rolling cloud storage included at no cost; an optional $14.90/year plan extends cloud history
- Free U.S. shipping, 30-day returns, one-year warranty; Japan availability and Japanese-language support are not yet confirmed
What's Good
- Built around "driving to and playing with" your cat, not just watching a fixed camera feed
- Multiple play styles in one device: laser, teaser wand, and tail-style toy
- Can climb obstacles up to 11 mm (door thresholds, rug edges) and self-rights if it tips over
- No subscription required for core functionality — cloud storage upgrades are optional
- Video, local recording, and cloud recording can each be toggled off independently
What to Watch For
- Just launched, so long-term hands-on reviews are still limited
- Marketing focuses on cats; there's little mention of dogs so far
- Thresholds over 11 mm, thick rugs, and loose cables can still trip it up
- Uses a camera, microphone, and app, so privacy settings matter
- Shipping to Japan, technical compliance (Giteki), Japanese support, and warranty terms outside the U.S. need to be confirmed before buying
Bottom Line
OnlyPet is built around one idea: instead of watching a fixed camera feed, you drive a robot to wherever your cat is, then play with her through the app.
A fixed camera loses your cat the moment she walks out of frame. OnlyPet solves that by moving the camera with the robot. As the company's CEO put it, "Nobody buys this because they want more video of an empty couch. They want to connect with her, do something when she's tearing around the house and leave for work feeling a little less guilty." That's a "connect," not "just watch," philosophy.
That said, this is a freshly launched product, so long-term reviews are still thin. Thresholds, rugs, and cables can limit where it can go, and how a given cat reacts to a robot approaching her is highly individual.
Similar products already reviewed on this site include ROLA PetPal (remote play), PawMe (camera plus feeding and health monitoring), the family-oriented EBO X, and the pet-tracking camera robot FrontierX Vex. OnlyPet is best understood as a new entrant in this "self-driving pet-monitoring robot" category.
Price and How to Buy
Hardware Price: US9
theonlypet.com lists the robot at US$199.
| Item | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Hardware (Pet Companion Robot) | $199 | Free U.S. shipping |
| Cloud storage (standard) | Free | 3-day rolling storage |
| Cloud storage (annual plan) | $14.90/year | Extended history |
Free U.S. shipping, a 30-day return window, and a one-year warranty are listed. A subscription isn't required — core functionality works with the hardware purchase alone.
No Mandatory Subscription
Unlike PawMe or ROLA PetPal, which lean on monthly plans, OnlyPet's only optional recurring cost is the extended cloud-storage plan.
Local microSD storage is also supported, so you can keep recordings without a cloud subscription at all — useful if you want to keep the total cost down.
What OnlyPet Can Do
Drive to Your Cat From the App
OnlyPet's core feature is driving the robot from the app to wherever your cat happens to be.
A fixed camera can't follow your cat once she leaves the frame. OnlyPet solves this by moving the whole robot — camera included — so you can find her anywhere in the room.
How well this works depends on your floors, thresholds, rugs, furniture layout, and lighting. It's rated to climb obstacles up to 11 mm (door thresholds, rug edges), but taller obstacles or narrow hallways may still stop it.
2K Camera and Night Vision
OnlyPet uses a 2K camera with night vision and WebRTC-based streaming, plus dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz/5GHz) for a more stable home connection.
Night vision means you can check in overnight or in the early morning without extra lighting.
Two-Way Voice
You can talk to your cat through the app while watching the live feed.
Calling her name or offering a reassuring word while you're away are common uses. Whether a cat finds a voice from a speaker comforting — or gets more anxious looking for you — varies by cat, so it's worth testing in short sessions first.
Laser, Teaser Wand, and Tail Toy Play
OnlyPet stands out for offering several play styles in one device:
- Built-in laser (manually operated by the owner)
- Interchangeable teaser wands
- A tail-style interactive toy called Pet Flat
- A door-mounted toy controller
Being able to switch play styles to match your cat's mood gives more variety than a laser-only device. Since a laser is "prey she can never catch," it helps to follow up laser sessions with a real toy or treat so she isn't left frustrated.
Cloud Storage and Privacy Controls
OnlyPet lets you toggle video, local recording, and cloud recording independently. Data is stored on U.S.-based servers and is described as visible only to the account holder.
Standard plans include three days of free rolling cloud storage, with a $14.90/year plan for extended history. Because this is an always-on camera device, whether these granular on/off controls exist is worth checking before you buy.
How It Compares to Similar Robots
vs. ROLA PetPal
ROLA PetPal is a self-driving pet camera robot strong on remote play — treats, calls, remote control, and interacting with your pet. It's a close comparison to OnlyPet.
OnlyPet stands out for its wider range of play accessories (teaser wand, tail toy, door-mounted controller) and its no-subscription-required pricing. Since ROLA PetPal already has more published information and reviews, it's a useful baseline for judging how OnlyPet performs once hands-on reviews arrive.
vs. PawMe
PawMe leans further into pet care, with an FPV camera, automatic feeding and water, laser play, and temperature/skin monitoring.
OnlyPet doesn't include feeding — it's focused purely on driving to your cat and playing with her. If you want feeding and health monitoring bundled in, PawMe is the closer fit; if you want a simpler play-and-check-in device, OnlyPet is more focused.
vs. EBO X
EBO X is a family-oriented autonomous home robot rather than a pet-only device — it covers monitoring, calling, and communicating with the whole household.
OnlyPet is scoped specifically to cats. If you want broader household monitoring, EBO X is the better fit; if you're focused on cat care while you're out, OnlyPet, ROLA PetPal, or PawMe are more directly comparable.
vs. FrontierX Vex
FrontierX Vex is an autonomous filming robot built to follow and record your pet, generating daily highlight clips automatically (it's part of the same lineup as the home AI agent FrontierX Aura, and Vex is covered within the Aura review).
Vex leans toward "record and remember," while OnlyPet leans toward "drive and play." Whether you want automatic memory-keeping or hands-on remote play changes which one fits better.
What to Check Before Buying
1. Will Your Cat Accept a Robot Approaching Her?
OnlyPet is designed to approach your cat. Skittish cats, cats sensitive to noise or movement, and senior cats may need a gradual introduction rather than long unsupervised sessions from day one.
2. Your Home's Floor Layout
Self-driving robots are sensitive to floor conditions:
- Thresholds taller than 11 mm
- Thick rugs
- Power cords
- Narrow hallways
- Litter box areas
- Water bowls
- Stairs
These areas can cause the robot to get stuck, snag, or tip over. It self-rights if it tips, but it still helps to clear a path if you plan to use it throughout the home.
3. Camera and Microphone Privacy
OnlyPet handles live video, audio, and cloud storage. Even with independent on/off controls for video, local recording, and cloud recording, it's worth checking app permissions, family account sharing, notification settings, and how to delete stored data before you buy.
4. Can You Use It From Japan?
If you're considering a purchase from Japan, check:
- Whether shipping to Japan is available
- Shipping costs, customs, and consumption tax
- Giteki (technical compliance) and wireless regulations
- App availability in your region
- Japanese-language UI, voice, and support
- Repair and replacement options
- Return and refund terms
Free shipping, 30-day returns, and a one-year warranty are advertised for U.S. customers, but whether these terms extend to purchases from Japan hasn't been confirmed. With imported pet robots, the country of sale, app region availability, and warranty terms all affect how practical the purchase is — so it's worth checking support conditions, not just the price.
OnlyPet vs. Mia
OnlyPet and Mia are both seen in the "pet" and "comfort" space, but they serve very different purposes.
| Comparison | OnlyPet | Mia |
|---|---|---|
| Primary audience | People with a real cat at home | People who want conversation, family check-ins, and comfort |
| Form factor | Self-driving pet camera robot | Cat-shaped talking robot |
| Movement | Driven around the home via app | Stays in one place |
| Camera | Central to the product: 2K, night vision | Not a monitoring camera |
| Pet-facing features | Driving, laser, teaser wand, tail toy | Voice conversation and expressions aimed at people |
| Price | $199 (optional $14.90/year cloud plan) | From ¥9,800 (tax included) |
| Best for | People who want to remotely watch and play with a real cat | Elderly parents, people living alone, families, and gift-giving for daily conversation |
OnlyPet is for people with a real cat who want to drive up to her and play while they're away from home.
Mia is a cat-shaped AI companion robot built for people to talk to and hear from every day. It supports 47 regional Japanese dialects, expressive reactions, voice conversation, Google Calendar integration, weather updates, and 15 English-speaking characters designed to spark daily conversation at home.
If you have a real cat and want to drive up to her and play while you're out, OnlyPet is worth a look. If you're looking for daily conversation — for an elderly parent, someone living alone, a family, or as a gift for someone who can't keep a pet — Mia, starting at ¥9,800 (tax included), is easier to start with.
FAQ
Can I buy OnlyPet right now?
Yes — it launched on theonlypet.com on August 7, 2026, priced at $199. Confirm shipping availability, taxes, and return terms for your location at checkout.
Does OnlyPet support Japanese?
As of this writing, Japanese-language UI, voice, and support have not been confirmed. Since this just launched in the U.S., Japan-specific details may follow later.
Does OnlyPet work with dogs?
Current marketing is focused on cats. How it performs with dogs will likely become clearer as more hands-on reviews appear.
Is a subscription required?
No. Cloud storage includes three free rolling days by default; the $14.90/year plan is only needed for extended history. Core functionality works with the hardware purchase alone.
Should I get OnlyPet or ROLA PetPal / PawMe?
ROLA PetPal and PawMe are easier to compare right now since they're already reviewed here. OnlyPet stands out for its variety of play accessories and no-subscription pricing, but it's worth waiting for more hands-on reviews and confirmed Japan support before deciding.
Is OnlyPet a competitor to Mia?
Not directly. OnlyPet is a robot for driving to and monitoring a real cat; Mia is a cat-shaped AI robot for people to talk to and hear from. If you're shopping for a pet-monitoring robot, OnlyPet fits; if you want a conversational companion or gift, Mia fits.
Conclusion
OnlyPet is an AI pet companion robot built around driving to your cat and playing with her through a 2K live feed, laser, and toy accessories. Its "connect, don't just watch" design and subscription-optional pricing make it stand out.
That said, this is a freshly launched product — hands-on reviews, Japan support, and shipping conditions are all still developing. Before buying, it's worth comparing it against established self-driving pet monitors like ROLA PetPal, PawMe, and EBO X to see which feature set actually matches your needs.
If you want to drive up to a real cat and play with her while you're out, OnlyPet is worth watching. If you're after daily conversation, family check-ins, or a gift idea, Mia — starting at ¥9,800 (tax included) — is also worth considering.
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