The 9 Best slow Feeder nets (2023 reviews)

Here, we review net that manages to win our hearts. It's the weaver lear slow feeder net and it's widely considered as one of best net you can buy. These nets are all nylon rope with no rings. They are much smaller than the regular sized slow feeder hay nets, about 1/2 the size. They're big enough to fit over a full bale and strong enough to carry half of it. The rope to hang it with is white, so it stands out to find it easier and it’s thick too.

The net is so thick and sturdy. It allows the bag to be tied to a fence post, hay ring, etc is really about 1 foot to short. The net is made from good sturdy material. The rope to hang it with is long enough to loop though/over something and still have about 2.5-3 feet on each side.

Why We Like This:

Works great and slows down a fast hay eater
Feels nice and sturdy but pliable
Perfect size for in paddock slow feeding
Provide hay in a manner that keeps the horse occupied and entertained

Best For cow: Nrtfe slow Feeder net

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We know from years of feedback from readers, customers and amazon sellers, what most people want in a convenient and appropriate net. The nrtfe slow feeder net is exactly that - it's a simple net that hits all the right notes. This feed bag is easy to fill, easy to hang and has yet to be destroyed. It fits an entire bale of 3-string 120 pound bale of hay. It does have little ties to tie the top closed so that's nice, but you could easily use clips/carabiners if you didn't want to deal with tieing. The support ties are thin and short.

This net works perfectly for holding a full average sized 50lb square bale. The gap is as wide as the net. It comes with isn't super hardy and they leave big gaps. It does have little ties to tie the top closed so that's nice, but you have to have enough space to install it.

Why We Like This:

Holding up well, holds standard square bale
Light weight but very strong and sturdy
Could be more horse proof, more durable netting material needed

Best For round Bale: tech equestrian slow Feeder net

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If you often find yourself scrambling for convenient and suitable net, tech equestrian slow feeder net should be your first option for buying. This hay bag is working quite well for 3 horses instead of 5 days. It fits a 6x6 bale pretty well with a little extra room. It is like a long tube and a 6 ft bale is the absolute maximum. The net is made large enough to accomodate the full Large Round Bale of 6x6 feet in Height and Diameter. The horses eat and the hay net has less content as the horses step on it.

These nets are designed to help in slowing down the eating capacity and not to be acting like an indestructible material. The wait, perfect size, good strong material, hay bale lasts 24 days for 3 horses instead of 5 days.

Why We Like This:

Easy to use and put on the round bales and super durable
Takes 3 people to get on bales
Helps to conserve hay for eating, not sleeping
Good quality, holds up well for horses

Best Hay net: Texas Haynet slow Feeder net

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If you often find yourself scrambling for appropriate and satisfactory net, texas haynet slow feeder net is your solution. These nets really are a great way to feed hay. It fits a square bale well horses have not torn it up. It is easy to use, holds an east coast 2 string hay bale with room to spare and lasts 24 hours. The slow-feed is perfect for out 5 NDs. It allows everyone to get their fair share. The biggest PRO is that they've held up great to daily use and the netting isn't even showing signs of wear from 4 horses who are not gentle with it.

Why We Like This:

Fits the bales and is working
Delivers what they promise

Best For goat: Partrade trading Corporation slow Feeder net

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Best part: partrade trading corporation slow feeder net costs comparatively low and it is available to ship in 24 hours. If you're feeding two or three flakes, this puppy won't bat an eye. This is a great hay net. It works well in situations where you don't want your horse to actually eat much, but still have access to something to pick at. The net shows no wear and tear and performs great. It takes the equines time to get used to ultra slow feed.

The nets are tied to this so no tossing them out or getting foot caught in it & most important they eat at ground level. This net hasn't shredded, torn, stretched, or frayed at all, including the main rope. It is durable and easy to fill.

Why We Like This:

Very small holes for extremely slow feeding
Hole size is accurate, sturdy, large
Good investment for long term

Best net: Tough 1 slow Feeder net

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If you want nothing less than best desirable net, then tough 1 slow feeder net is the one you should definitely consider. This net is built to last and makes for a very happy horse. It fits over a 50 lb small square bale. The openings are a good size but because of the nature of the weave they can be worked into a bigger opening. It can hold well over one square bale and the horses eat steadily from it. Small holes help slow horses down so they get more hours of entertainment from their hay.

These nets also fit a California size big 3 string bale of hay. It's perfect for use in dry lots or in arenas where you want to keep your horse busy.

Why We Like This:

Works very well for feeding nigerian dairy goats
Very large net with nice small holes for the really greedy ones
One of the new comers and featured product

Best For smaller donkey Size: Hay Chix slow Feeder net

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If you often find yourself scrambling for appropriate and satisfactory net, hay chix slow feeder net should be your first option for buying. The hay chix net is proven to reduce waste and slow down consumption to a more natural rate. It is great for horses that haven’t used a slow feed net before. It is made from the highest quality dupont nylon, non-toxic uv. It is great for smaller donkey size, not great for larger horses. It is great for horses with breathing issues and it also reduces waste.

It is sure to be the easiest way to open and close especially when it’s cold outside. It is made of very sturdy material and is pretty easy to put on with the bale being on a bale spear on the tractor. It comes with less hay waste, you'll save both time and money.

Why We Like This:

Definitely saves hay and stops excess hay from being pulled out and wasted
Ideal for use in the field, pasture, paddock, or with a feeder
Constant access to hay helps prevent colic and other digestion issues

Best With measurement: Fabbay slow Feeder net

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The fabbay slow feeder net's material feels more premium than its price would suggest. The mesh horse hay feeder bag is made of quality and safe pe woven rope, which is sturdy and long lasting, not easy to wear, softer on the horse's gums and more comfortable to eat. It has the design of a small hole mesh that can reduce the speed of horse eating and help your horse live a healthier life. The slow feed bag for horse is designed with the ideal size holes to not frustrate the horse, but still allow the horse to eat more slowly.

The mesh horse hay net is easy to open and fill, with loops on both sides for easy suspension and disassembly, you can easily connect the horse hay feeder to the stall, trailer, wall, fence and more.

The bag is perfect for the stall, horse show or being tied to the trailer. It is easy to use with very little waste.

Why We Like This:

Defiantly great keeping horses occupied and slows them down on eating
Good brand reputation

Best For sturdiness: Aoneky slow Feeder net

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The aoneky slow feeder net's material feels more premium than its price would suggest. This is an enormous bag. It fits round bales 4x4', 4x5', 5x5', 6x6', square bales 3x3x8', 3x4x8', 4x4x4. It is easy to fill 6' diameter x 6' axis round bales.

Why We Like This:

3 mm black nylon knotless netting, 1" opening for slow feeding
Heavy duty hay net, 2200 lb load bearing
Takes a little finagling to get on, but is plenty