Omlet Automatic Door Review: A Coop Door With Smart Features

Omlet Automatic Door Review

If you’re researching automatic doors for your chicken coop, the Omlet automatic door stands out as one of the most advanced options available. With weather-resistant construction, flexible fitting options and even smart app control, it’s built to suit both Omlet coops and traditional wooden setups, while providing the next generation of chicken keepers with a touch of gadgetry.

Here’s how I think it could benefit UK chicken keepers.

Smart control and remote access

A key feature of the Omlet automatic door is its Wi-Fi connectivity, which links to the free Omlet app. This gives you full control of the door from your phone, whether you’re at home, at work or even away on holiday. You can use the app to open or close the door remotely, set schedules and receive alerts if it’s obstructed or delayed.

For busy keepers or those who travel frequently, this kind of smart control can be a game-changer, especially as it also works with Alexa and Google Home. This means you don’t even have to use your phone, just tell Alexa to open or close the door for you.

Importantly, the door can still be used without the app, thanks to its built-in control panel; so if you’ve lost your phone or the Wi-Fi’s gone down, you’re flock isn’t left stranded.

Time and light-based programming

There are two built-in modes:

• Time-based, allowing you to set precise open and close times
• Light-based, where the door responds to sunrise and sunset levels

Light-sensitive operation works well in summer when days are long, while time-based settings give more predictability during darker months. The sensor is refined enough to ignore artificial light from torches or security lamps.

From my own experience, I always recommend choosing a system that allows for both. Seasonal flexibility is one of the most useful things in a good automatic door. Chickens’ sense of timing revolves around the light, not around the clock, so light sensitivity is important as the timings of dawn and dusk change throughout the year.

Size and overall fit

The Omlet automatic door is compact and sturdy while providing a wide entrance for most standard and large-breed hens. It integrates well into small garden coops or larger setups and won’t overwhelm the structure.

For those with wooden coops who are considering a plastic automatic coop door, the Omlet door’s square profile means it can be fitted flush against a wooden coop or run panel without affecting layout or space. As long as your coop has a clear surface for mounting, it should be an excellent fit.

Materials and construction

The door housing is made from shatterproof ABS plastic, with a waterproof casing rated IPX6. This means it can withstand the worst of the British rainfall and and importantly, a good hosing down. The door’s construction also resists warping, doesn’t corrode like metal, and is easy to clean, even after a wet or muddy winter.

Ventilation and airflow

The door itself doesn’t obstruct airflow when open, but like all solid-panel systems, it won’t contribute to ventilation directly. If your coop relies on a permanently open door for air circulation, you’ll want to add fixed vents elsewhere before switching to an automatic door.

Cleaning access

The design doesn’t trap bedding or droppings, and the casing wipes clean easily. There are no exposed tracks or hinges that collect debris, which is a big plus during deep cleans.

If you’re unsure about cleaning routines with this kind of setup, see our full guide on how to clean a chicken coop.

Safety and predator protection

One thing I particularly like is the built-in safety sensor. This detects movement during closing, so if one of your hens is still in the doorway, it pauses until the path is clear. You’ll also get a notification in the app if this happens, in case you want to nip out and check everything’s okay.

For me, this kind of fail-safe is essential from a welfare perspective. No automatic door should be able to trap a bird, especially if you’re away from home when it happens. Thankfully, the Omlet automatic door gets this right.

Equally important is that when shut, the door creates a firm seal against the frame, making it difficult for foxes or rats to push through. However, for extra peace of mind, pairing it with a secure coop and predator skirt is a good idea.

Assembly and installation

In terms of versatility, Omlet provides a range of mounting kits that allow the door to fit:

• Wooden coops
• Eglu Cube and Eglu Pro models
• Chicken wire or mesh runs

You can also configure it to open left or right to match your current setup. With regard to adding a door to the run, some product reviews have mentioned that attaching it to wire is a bit fiddly. However, Onlet does provide step-by-step instructions and support videos to help you. Most keepers should be able to install it with basic tools and a bit of patience. I’d advise doing it on a day when the weather is decent.

Portability

Although its designed for permanent installation, the door can be unmounted and reinstalled elsewhere. The control panel is detachable, which helps if you move the coop or rebuild your setup.

If you plan to change your coop in future, this means you can save money by not having to buy a new automatic door at the same time.

Design benefits

The omelt door has several well-considered features that stand out:

• Optional coop light: Switches on 5 minutes before closing to help guide hens inside
• Dual power modes: Runs on mains or battery
• Smart alerts: Keeps you informed of closing failures or obstructions

While everything seems to have an app these days, the smart features of the coop offer genuine benefits; they are not simply gimmickery. And crucially, it doesn’t lock you into using the app if you prefer manual control.

Power options and battery backup

You can run the Omlet automatic door on:

• Mains power (cable supplied for Wi-Fi model)
• 4 x AA batteries (approx. 3 months of use)

Having both options is a good idea. Batteries are a sound backup if there’s a power cut or if your coop is too far from the house to run a cable,

Omelt automatic door review – what other keepers say

With over 500 verified reviews, the consensus is very positive. Users like the door’s robustness, how simple the setup becomes with the guides, and the reassurance of the smart alerts, especially when they’re away from home.

A few buyers have noted that Wi-Fi signal can be an issue if the coop is a long way from the home router, but the door still operates normally without a connection, and the issue could possibly be fixed if you get a Wi-Fi extender. Others praise its long-term reliability and safety.

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Final thoughts

To summarise this Omlet automatic door review, overall, I think Omlet has nailed this one. This is one of the most complete, well-designed auto-coop doors currently available in the UK. With its smart features, thoughtful design and solid engineering, it offers genuine day-to-day benefits for chicken keepers. While it’s certainly not the cheapest option on the market, the long-term reliability, security and convenience make it a worthwhile investment, especially if you value peace of mind and flexibility in your daily routine.

For more information, visit the Omlet Smart Automatic Chicken Coop Door page.

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