SMBFKGK SM-8-7 Soft-Sided Cat Carrier with Privacy Blinds

The SMBFKGK SM-8-7 is a soft-sided carrier with adjustable privacy blinds, a removable padded bed, and a side storage pocket. Its listed weight recommendation is 13 pounds, but customer feedback is mixed on size, so compare your pet’s length and height with the carrier before buying.

At a glance

Adjustable dual-layer blinds cover the mesh panels or roll up to expose them.
The padded mat is described as removable for use as a standalone pet bed.
A zippered side pocket is intended for small travel items.
Listing features include a safety tether, auto-locking zippers, top handles and a padded shoulder strap.

Price

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Reference price: ~~$28.99~~

Price checked: Nov 13, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Blinds let owners choose between a more enclosed space and exposed mesh panels.
The removable cushioned mat can serve as a separate bed, according to the listing.
A zippered side pocket provides storage for small supplies during travel.

Technical specifications

11 specifications

Identity
Brand	SMBFKGK
Model	SM-8-7

Materials and protection
Material listed	Nylon
Closure	Zipper
Color	Slate Charcoal

Size and use
Dimensions	17.2"L x 11.5"W x 11.5"H
Maximum weight recommendation	13 pounds
Pet types	Cat, Dog, Small Animal
Compatible vehicle types	Airplane, Car
Recommended use	Traveling
Airline approval claim	Airline Approved

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

Listing details are inconsistent: the title and feature text identify model SM-8-7 while other model fields say SM-7. Dimensions are given as 17.2"L x 11.5"W x 11.5"H and separately as 17.2 x 11.5 x 11.5 inches; 2.82 pounds. The carrier's weight is therefore unconfirmed. The airline-approval wording does not establish acceptance by a particular airline. Check your pet's length and height as well as its weight, and confirm airline requirements before travel.

What’s in the box

1 cat carrierIncluded
Removable padded matCheck selected pack

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Who is it for?

A good fit for

Cat owners seeking adjustable visual coverage for trips or vet visits.
People who want a removable cushioned mat and an external pocket in a compact travel carrier.
Owners of pets within the listed 13-pound recommendation whose body dimensions suit the carrier.

Less suited to

Pets that need more interior room than the listed dimensions provide.
Buyers who need confirmed airline acceptance or a confirmed carrier weight before purchase.

SMBFKGK SM-8-7 Soft-Sided Cat Carrier with Privacy Blinds · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 60 ratings

5 stars79%79%
4 stars13%13%
3 stars8%8%
2 stars0%0%
1 star0%0%

Customer feedback describes the carrier as comfortable and portable, with some owners reporting that their cats settle in it. Opinions on size are mixed, which matters because the stated 13-pound limit alone does not establish a good fit. The aggregate ratings are generally favorable, but they do not resolve the fit question for a particular pet.

Positive themes

Customers describe the carrier as comfortable for cats.
Customers appreciate its portability.

Mixed feedback

Feedback on size is mixed, with some finding it suitable and others saying it may be too small for larger animals.

Frequently asked questions

What are the listed dimensions and weight limit?

The listed dimensions are 17.2"L x 11.5"W x 11.5"H, and the maximum weight recommendation is 13 pounds. Check your pet's length and height too. The listing also gives a conflicting dimensions entry that includes a weight figure, so the carrier's own weight is not clear.

Can the privacy blinds be adjusted?

The feature description says the dual-layer blinds can be rolled up to reveal mesh panels or lowered for more coverage.

Is it approved for every airline?

The listing calls it airline approved and says it is designed around most major airlines' under-seat requirements. It does not confirm acceptance by a specific airline, so check that airline's current carrier rules.

What is included?

The listed package contents specify one cat carrier. The feature description also describes a removable mat, but it does not appear as a separate item in the explicit contents list.