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Habitat

A newer, design-led online pet retailer with a tidy, modern range. It's competent across the board and easy to shop, but the catalogue is smaller and less proven than the major chains, prescription choice is limited, and it doesn't chase the lowest price the way the budget specialists do.

Editorial verdict

Habitat is a polished, modern option that's pleasant to shop, but it's smaller and less proven than the leaders and doesn't lead on price. It's a fine choice if you value a clean, curated range over the widest selection or the lowest per-kg cost. Compare price-per-kg against Petbarn and the budget specialists before you commit.

GoodSample basket $198Repeat delivery

Reviewed by the PetReviews editorial team

Independent scoring · Updated June 2026 · Not veterinary advice

Good
72/100
Overall score out of 100
0/100
Pricing
0/100
Range
0/100
Overall value
Score breakdown

Six checks, one model.

74
Pricing & valueGood
72
RangeGood
72
DeliveryGood
70
Subscription & repeat deliveryGood
76
Private-label transparencyGood
74
Overall valueGood
The balance sheet

Pros & cons.

What works

  • Clean, modern site and curated range
  • Reasonable everyday pricing on core lines

Watch-outs

  • Smaller, less-established catalogue than the major chains
  • Limited prescription range
  • No broad store network for advice or returns
Who it suits

Best for & avoid if

Best for

Shoppers who want a tidy, modern online range

Avoid if

You want the widest range or deep prescription choiceYou're chasing the lowest possible price
Habitat dog food delivery
The facts

Delivery, subscription & pricing.

Delivery cost

Flat-rate; free over threshold

Free shipping over

$49

Subscription

Repeat delivery discounts

Price match

Not advertised

Sample basket

$198

Brands stocked

7+

A modern, curated online retailer — easy to shop, but smaller and less price-aggressive than the budget specialists.

Compare before you buy

Other strong retailers to compare with Habitat

Many carry the same brands, so it's always worth a price-per-kg check. These are the other online stores we'd weigh up alongside Habitat.

Petbarn store86/100
Petbarn logo
Strong

Petbarn

Petbarn is a genuine all-rounder: the widest range in the country, stores nationwide, strong delivery and competitive member and Repeat Delivery pricing. With so much choice on the shelf, comparing price-per-kg across its house brand and the national brands it also stocks — Black Hawk, SavourLife and Prime100 — is the simplest way to find your best-value match.

Price
82
Range
95
Delivery
88
Repeat deliveryOne-stop conveniencePrescription and vet diets

Sample basket

$189

Full review
Pet Circle store82/100
Pet Circle logo
Strong

Pet Circle

Pet Circle is a strong online experience with a genuinely deep premium catalogue, but it trades on premium positioning rather than the lowest per-kg price. On mainstream brands you can frequently do better elsewhere — including Petbarn with member pricing or Repeat Delivery — and you lose the option of a store when you need advice or a return. Check the per-kg price before you assume the polished site means the best value.

Price
80
Range
84
Delivery
82
Repeat deliveryShoppers who want a deep online premium catalogueAutoship on premium diets

Sample basket

$188

Full review
PETO store75/100
PETO logo
Good

PETO

PetO is a strong value all-rounder: a big range and a low-price guarantee make it a real contender on everyday cost. Where it lags is online polish, subscription value and prescription depth versus the online specialists and Petbarn's national reach. Compare price-per-kg and check the guarantee terms to get the most out of it.

Price
82
Range
80
Delivery
72
Repeat deliveryValue shoppers who want a big range with a price guarantee

Sample basket

$188

Full review

Habitat FAQs

Habitat is a polished, modern option that's pleasant to shop, but it's smaller and less proven than the leaders and doesn't lead on price. It's a fine choice if you value a clean, curated range over the widest selection or the lowest per-kg cost. Compare price-per-kg against Petbarn and the budget specialists before you commit. Scores and prices here are illustrative editorial estimates — always confirm the current price and compare price per kg before buying.

Habitat delivery is flat-rate; free over threshold, with free shipping over $49. It also offers repeat delivery: repeat delivery discounts.

Yes — repeat delivery discounts. Habitat does not advertise a price match, so compare its everyday price against rivals directly.

Habitat suits shoppers who want a tidy, modern online range. It is less ideal if you want the widest range or deep prescription choice.