2024 the best self cleaning cat litter box review

Price: $599.00 - $335.00
(as of Oct 28, 2024 06:05:20 UTC - Details)

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PETKIT, established in 2013, is a leading pet tech company dedicated to crafting innovative solutions that redefine the pet parenting experience. Our mission is to provide pet parents with a complete, all-encompassing solution that prioritizes the well-being of animals. Our product line embodies the core value of "The Technology That Cares," emphasizing both user experience and the welfare of pets.

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Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 24.41 x 21.65 x 20.87 inches; 30.5 Pounds
Item model number ‏ : ‎ P9902
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ October 26, 2021
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ PETKIT
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09KC7Q4YF
Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ China

Package List: PETKIT PuraMax, K3 air purifier smart spray, cat litter mat, clay litter sifter, cat litter romver, waste bag 20pcs, air purifying refill 2 bottles, power adapter, user manual, quick start, DIY stickers.
100% SAFE FOR CATS: With several safety mechanisms as well as excellent smart sensors, the xSecure system offers your cat a safe potty experience. It consists of infrared sensor, weight sensors, remote alerts, an accident protection system, and smart detection to keep your cats safe. In addition, It automatically pauses when your cat approaches or detects a weight change. Warm Tips: Applicable weight range for cats: 1.5kg to 8kg, do not use for young pets under 6 months.
Extra Large Capacity for Large Cats and Multi-cat Family: Size of the inner bucket: 18.89 x 20.47 inch(diameter), 76L large space is enough for cats up to 18 lbs,7L large waste bin allows up to 15 days of free scooping for one cat. The 7.8 inch low-entry design is friendly to older cats, short-legged cats, and cats with limited mobility.
For All Clumping Cat Litter & Sticky-Free: Puramax litter box is compatible with all kinds of clumping cat litter such as clay litter, tofu litter, mixed litter, bentonite litter and more (Except crystal cat litter). The auto cat litter box comes with high performance non-woven fabric cylinder mat to prevent soft faeces from sticking to the cat litter box. Premium oxford cloth and PVC material are waterproof and prevent leakage of cat urine.
Smart App Control: Puramax, which is 2.4GHz Wi-Fi enabled, has 3 alternative cleaning modes: auto-cleaning mode, scheduled-cleaning mode, and manual-cleaning mode. You can set the device to scheduled or automatic cleaning mode via the PETKIT app. Enjoy a hands-free cleaning experience with the smart PETKITapp. You can control the litter box and air purifier spray, keep tracking your cat's behaviour and health at anytime anywhere through the PETKIT app. To activate the manual-cleaning mode, simply tap the "Clean" button via the PETKIT app or press the button on the Puramax to clean the cat litter box.
Double Odor Removal: 100% sealed waste bin and removable odor eliminator, the waste is transported into the waste bin inside the litter box. The tightly sealed waste bin prevents unpleasant odours. Air Purifier Smart Spray deodorizes automatically after cleaning,planned deodorization via app.
Kindly Notice: Do not place the device on carpets or mats as this may interfere with the sensors of the device and cause malfunctions. Please place the device on a flat floor and do not block the entrance to the cat litter tray.
Reviewer: Tessila Abbott
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: I no longer need to scoop!
Review: I am more impressed with this product than I thought I was going to be. It was a large expense, even on sale, but I figured I would give it a try. I've been having issues with at least one of my little spayed ladies pooping outside their boxes. The boxes were "top load", so there was jumping on top necessary to enter, and I started wondering if my older cat (10 years old, a little less than 14 lbs) was having trouble. I also thought that potentially the other cat (1 year old, a little less than 10 lbs) was marking. We've had issues with her in the past going to the bathroom in specific areas of the house that were not in the litter box. Once I closed off her access to those areas it seemed to mostly go away. I've come across newer instances of it though and am currently hoping it's just because the box isn't "clean enough" for her. The other potential reason is she is a vindictive jerk but whatever.I've had the litter robot operational and available for 24 hours. Both girls have used it multiple times today, back to back this last time in which I took the photos when I got home from work. It seems like they've exclusively switched to using it already. They are obsessed with watching it go through its cleaning cycle. I was worried they would be scared of it, but they are incredibly interested in watching it. If you weren't watching it, you'd never know it was working. It is amazingly quiet. For me thats more important because cats are usually skitish and more nervous around loud, unusual noises (especially true for my older cat). The deodorizer works well and has a pleasant scent, not over powering, while also essentially silent. I can't really smell it unless it's going off.The excrement falls exactly where it's supposed to. Looks like it'll only really need a wipe down when changing out to fresh litter.I love the app. It does a great job of distinguishing between my girls as there is a 4 lb weight difference. Could be super helpful when trying to monitor potential illnesses. I'm really hoping this feature helps me figure out the poo culprit if it continues. I'm honestly thinking this solves most potential problem they could have that isnt strictly behavioral though, with it being a lower profile entrance, always clean, and always fresh smelling.All in all, so far I love it after 24 hours. If I notice anything negative, I'll try to update. I'm most nervous about the fabric bottom. It's got a coating thats supposed to make it waterproof and I'm assuming its sturdy enough to tolerate digging, but I suppose I shall find that out in time. It came with a very nice mat to collect litter when the cats exit, but my cats are jerks that launch themselves out of it still managing to get litter everywhere. It catches some but is a bit small for their use I suppose. The mat wasn't at all my reason for buying it but suppose it could be noted.Right now I'm very happy. I honestly think it was worth it for the tech, features, and functionality of the machine. Most of the parts seem to be of decent or high quality. The plastic material used doesn't seem very sturdy, particularly the tray holding the waste, but it seems to be engineered well. I feel like it was a big win for me and my girls really seem to love it. If you're on the fence and want a little "splurge" to make life a touch easier, I would recommend giving it a try.

Reviewer: Amazon Customer
Rating: 1.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Please Read- Design Flaw Causes Urine Leak
Review: I purchased this litter box a little over a month ago after reading many good reviews. The majority of the reviews also favorably compared the litter box to Litter Robot 3 which I was also considering.Pros:- The device does work and is capable of efficiently sifting through litter and poop clumps and depositing them in the trash bin automatically. There are also many different settings you can use. It is convenient to simply remove the liner and throw it out.Minor annoyances:- Occasionally the machine will display a cat in the litter box alert and not clean. Usually it will reset on its own or I have to manually press the button on the machine. It’s annoying but not a dealbreaker.Cons:- The machine is very cumbersome to fully clean. You can do weekly maintenance by wiping down the inner drum with a cleaning wipe which is fine, but to deep clean it fully with water is very awkward given the size and numerous nooks and crannies.- There is a design flaw with the inner liner. I had read several reviews regarding urine leaking and collecting on the bottom of the device. At the time I thought it may have been a rare occurrence and not typical of most users’ experience. However, I suspect that this is happening on most devices and just may have not been detected by others since the device otherwise works well. The liner is supposed to be replaceable- however, by making it replaceable there is a gap between the plastic edge of the liner and the casing. This allows for urine to seep through the gap and leak on the underside of the machine. If allowed to accumulate, it can cause a horrible urine smell. I didn’t realize this was happening until after the first week of use when I noticed a smell from the litter box and discovered this leak to my horror. I contacted customer service and they first stated it was a problem with the liner and sent a replacement. The replacement took 2 weeks to arrive since it was coming from China. Replacing the liner didn’t solve the problem which is when I figured out why it’s leaking. The support team then recommended tape and told me they would send it, to arrive in 2-3 weeks. Not sure why a) they didn’t send it in the first place and b) why I have to fix a $600 machine with tape.- Minimal customer support. You take a risk buying this device because the support team is located in China. The customer service is not comparable to most US companies- eg, offering to replace the unit, offer partial refunds, etc.Overall:The device works fairly well but has a fundamental design flaw that has to be fixed with tape. This is pretty ludicrous for $600. The customer service is located in China and any replacement parts take at least 2 weeks to come to the US. I would have returned the device and tried the Pura X, but customer service assured me their solution would work (it didn’t) and I gave them the benefit of the doubt. By the time the replacement part arrived, I was outside the 30 day Amazon return window. I didn’t have any issues with internet connectivity as some other reviews have mentioned. If I had known about this design flaw, I would not have bought this and instead tried the Pura X based on reviews. Hope this helps.UPDATE: Tape did not solve the problem, the machine still leaks. My guess is there are numerous defect devices where the casing seams are not watertight and allow leakage of urine.

Reviewer: Arcelia
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Mi idea era ya no batallar con estar limpiando el arenero a diario o cada ciertos días y buscar una forma de eliminar los olores, este arenero llegó a facilitar eso. Al principio se me hizo muy caro y me sentía indecisa por los comentarios pero hasta el momento es la mejor inversión que pude hacer. Sólo me preocupo de retirar la bolsa del recipiente cada 2 semanas (aprox), no se desperdicia arena como decía en otros comentarios pero creo que eso va a depender de la marca que uno use, yo use una de PETKIT y Scoop Away y todo bien, y lo mejor de todos ya no mas olores.

Reviewer: F.S
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: I’ve had this litter box for a couple months now and it’s been a game changer for my 18yo domestic shorthair. It is completely silent (aside from the sound of the litter moving) when cleaning.LITTER WASTE BIN: I use pea husk litter which works with the red grate just fine. I will point out that alternative litters like the pea husk, tofu or wood chip ones will fill the waste bin faster due to the way they clump. If you use the standard sand which has more compact clumps, I have found that the bin will in fact last 15 days for ONE cat if the bin bag is put in properly.CLEANING THE BOX: The first time my cat used the box, she wasn't sure about it and peed slightly outside which resulted in a puddle of pee collecting between the rotating sphere and the bottom. However, this machine is very easy to take apart and clean. The mess and the box were cleaned in under 20 mins and there hasn’t been a single problem since. There are labels for how to put the box back together. My cat does pee directly downwards and not horizontally/on the sides of the box, so I personally have had no issues with the liner.APP CAPABILITIES: Since I only have one cat, tracking is not a problem. However, I do find that the app will sometimes not recognize my cat if her weight changes at all. If you have multiple cats, and one may be on a weight loss/gain diet, you may have trouble tracking who is using the box. Otherwise, the app works great, giving me a push notification anytime the waste bin needs changing, telling you how much time is left on the deodorizers and when they run their cycles. I set the box to clean 15 minutes after my cat leaves the box since sometimes she likes to do her business in 2 parts.DEODORIZER: This will not spray when your cat is in the box. It also does not have a strong scent that will scent the litter in any way that may disturb your cat either. The app will tell you when it goes off and does a wonderful job at eliminating odours. I have the box in a small space with no windows nearby and I have never had a problem with the smell, even when the bin was full.Overall this is a great way to ensure that busy pet owners can have peace of mind about your cat(s) having a clean box every time they go, and makes it easier for those who don’t have the ability to clean it multiple times per day.

Reviewer: alaa
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: I was hesitant because i wasn’t sure i’d receive the new version. Thankfully it was the new version, it comes with everything mentioned and in the picture. It also comes with the clay mesh, and the plastic cover attachment to empty the litter. So far so good.EDIT: i have been having alot of Odor coming out of the litter box, i have done hours upon hours of research and no one seems to have this issue, and the people who did were told to check the sealed door to the waste bin. I have been cleaning it literally every 2 days with detergents and whatnot… i must have gone through 3 10L litter bags changing litter and nothing changed the odor was always so strong. Upon taking the drum out and checking.. the “sealed” door was tilted and it wasn’t closed all the way there was a gap from the left side between the waste bin and sealed door. I have returned and made a new order for a new unit in hopes that this was just a manufacturing fault. Otherwise this “sealed door” is not sealed at all.

Reviewer: Jonathan Morley
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Received the latest revision with updated drum, my cat has started using it and so far so good. The air purifier and ability to weigh your cat via the PetKit app is very smart. My only concern is the lifespan and reliability of sensors etc but I guess time will tell. So far worth its money in gold

Reviewer: Shane Z.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: No more scooping and it keeps the odour under control. The cats love it too. Highly recommend it for all busy cat owners.