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Being a cat dad, I've tested plenty of litter boxes for Tiger, but the ones that stood out to me were the automatic ones
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And after reading countless reviews and testing many out, I found the 5 best automatic cat litter boxes
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And if you find something you like, I'll leave links to all the litter boxes in the description below
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So when I first unboxed the PetSafe Scoop Free Crystal Plus, I immediately saw why it's the perfect fit for tight spaces
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It's compact enough for small homes or apartments, but still has plenty of room for one or even
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two cats. Now the real game changer here is the crystal litter
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I was used to dusty, clumping litter, but these crystals soak up urine and eliminate
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odors fast. PetSafe says it provides about 5 times better odor control compared to standard clay
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And from my experience, they're spot on. The smell didn't linger like other types of litter and as Laura put it, it never stinks
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provided you change the litter tray when you're supposed to. And yes, it does clean number one and number two perfectly
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It's also 99% dust free so my floor stay much cleaner. And when Tiger hopped out, there was almost no litter trail unless he gets a little bit crazy
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And if you're worried about leaks, it comes with a disposable tray that's lined with plastic
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after a few weeks you could just swap out the whole tray which is super easy but what really
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stood out to me was the health counter and safety sensors. Every time your cat uses the box the
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device tracks the usage so it's useful to know exactly how often my cat does his business because
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all of a sudden if something spikes or drops that can mean health trouble for tiger. Now the rake
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itself won't move until about 20 minutes after your cat leaves so there's not going to be any
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jump scares or pinch tails. And of course, you can even just press a button and start a manual
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rake cycle. So overall, if you live in a small space or just want a low maintenance litter duty
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then the PetSafe Scoop Free Crystal Plus is going to be a solid pick
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Now, if you want a litter box that keeps everything tidily enclosed, especially if you have a dog
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that likes to snoop around, then the PetSnowy Snow Plus self-cleaning litter box is a perfect
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choice. When I tested this one, it instantly became one of Tiger's favorites and it spilled
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the trap odors right at the source. It uses a TiO2 control system which helps eliminate
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bacteria and fungi Plus there a Robert fragrance insert that keeps everything smelling fresh I barely noticed any lingering smell even after Tiger finished his business Now it also has a built in walkway mat inside so if your cat steps out and gives a little
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shake then the litter stays on the mat and doesn't tumble all over my floor
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Now one of the favorite features about this is gonna be the auto sealing waste bag system
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because after each cleaning cycle all the clumps get deposited into a line drawer that
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automatically seals shut when you open it out. And when it's time to throw out the waste
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you just pull the liner and everything is neatly contained so you don't have basically direct contact with it. So no breathing in questionable smells. And Rafa put it best
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absolutely loving this cat litter. It will definitely help to keep the arguments of
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it's your turn to empty the litter box to a minimum now. Now the setup was surprisingly
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simple for such a high-tech looking device. The cover is modular with magnets so you can pop it
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on or off for cleaning without any fuss. And the safety features are pretty impressive too
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Like if the sensors detect movement, it instantly stops the cycle. So your cat is never at risk of
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getting stuck inside. Now the remote control and real-time tracking in the app are a big plus
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You can see how many times your cat went in, you can track how long they stayed
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and check how full the waste compartment is. So if your cat loves privacy, then the PetsNoi Plus
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is perfect. And it might cost a little bit more, but it's also enclosed. That means no mess
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no smell experience, and I'd say it's totally worth it. If you have a senior cat or one that needs easier access, then the Whisker Litter Robot 4 bundle
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is built with them in mind. While the front opening sits fairly tall, the overall design
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along with the included ramp, helps older cats step in comfortably without having to jump too
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high. Now the little robot 4 uses advanced sensors so it knows when a cat enters and automatically
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sets a timer for the cleaning cycle. The process is quiet and once your cat finishes the globe
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rotates smoothly sifting waste into a line drawer. The whole cycle takes about a few minutes and the
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odor control is going to be top tier. It also comes with an odor trap pack that you can pop in to keep
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smells even further at bay. As baby says, super quiet and doesn't smell at all and it's only about
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five feet away from our bed right in the bathroom corner. I have it on the time setting to clean
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three minutes after the cat exits so it gets rid of that poop smell fast Now a stand feature is going to be the weight scale technology Each time a cat enters the Litter Robot 4 records its weight in real time
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which you can monitor in the Whisker app. And this is going to be especially useful for multi-cat households
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since it lets you track who's been using the box, and may even help spot early health issues like weight loss or sudden changes in litter box visits
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It handles big cats with ease, supporting up to four cats. However, if your kitten is under three pounds
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then the manufacturer recommends waiting until they grow just a little bit more before using it
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This bundle also comes with accessories like a special Littertrap mat and a fence
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so there's less litter that scatters around the room. While yes, it does have a higher price tag
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if you're looking for a complete high-end solution that gives you app control, daily ytics, and easy access for older cats
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Then the Litter Robot 4 is one of the most advanced options available
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Now coming to the best value option is gonna be the Mio 1 self-cleaning cat litter box
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It delivers a lot without breaking the bank. And right out of the box I noticed the 4.8 inch low entry which is brilliant if you have a cat that's older or has short legs or just doesn't like hopping too high
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Now setup was a breeze, you just have to attach a liner in the waste drawer, pour in your
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litter and connect it to your wifi via the app. And it's all done
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Now even though this is one of the more affordable picks, it doesn't skimp out on features
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It still has those integrated safety sensors that pause the cleaning cycle if your cat
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jumps back in mid-rake. And Tiger actually tested that out once and everything stopped instantly
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He just turned around and walked out, no harm done. The device also tracks litter visits, duration, and even your cat's weight which makes it
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a great tool for spotting health changes early. Now noise wise, it's under 40 decibels so it's actually quieter than a coffee maker
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So if you share a room with it, let's say your office, it won't drive you nuts with
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loud motors. And for odor control, there's a built-in cover system that closes off the waste compartment
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Plus you can place these little scented gels inside. And honestly, I didn't even notice any stench
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It weighs about 28.7 pounds so you can move it around if needed and it can handle cats
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between 3 and 18 pounds. But if your cat is bigger than that then you might want a more open design But for the average kitty this is gonna be perfect And as one owner writes it got a small enough footprint that it doesn take up too much space But it large enough on the inside that our 13 pound 3 year old girl can comfortably do her thing
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turn around, and dig without being cramped. Now what I really liked about it is how the app monitors everything for you
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Even if you're out grocery shopping, you can still trigger a cleaning cycle right from your phone. And if you're on a tighter budget
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but still want an automatic litter box, then you're gonna be happy choosing the Mio one
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Finally, the Neokasa M1 is the one I ended up placing as the best overall pick
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It's open top and I wanted to see if Tiger would feel more comfortable jumping in without
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an enclosure. And turns out, he loves the wide open feel. Now this design is going to be perfect for those bigger cats or any feline that's a
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little iffy about enclosed spaces. Now the cleaning mechanism is also gradual, so there's no sudden whirling that could scare them
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doing their thing, the globe slowly rotates, sifting litter into the waste bin, which holds
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about 11.23 liters of discarded stuff. So that translates to roughly 14 days of scoop-free living
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if you're on a single cat household. Now the actual litter reservoir is around 7.17 liters
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so you're not constantly refilling it. And one of the coolest features is the pull and wrap system
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for the waste disposal. You just pull it out of the bin, seal everything up without contact with
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the used litter. Plus, this also comes with a mat that you can put in the front of the litter box
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so when Tiger steps out, any stray litter stays behind, which keeps the hallways clean
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and my socks crumb-free. You also get the Neocasa app, which logs everything from litter levels to
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how many times the box has run a cycle. And there's even going to be a kitten mode if your
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cat weighs under 2.2 pounds. Safety is solid thanks to the five pairs of infrared sensors
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and 4 weight sensors. If your cat re-enters mid-cycle, it just stops. Noise-wise, it runs
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about 50 decibels, which is like a quiet conversation, which is much softer than a vacuum or dishwasher
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Now as for cleaning, you can detach the globe and rinse it so you're not stuck trying to
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scrub a tricky shape. So if you're looking for the best all-around automatic litter box
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then the Niacasa M1 ticks every box. And that's all for today. I hope this list helped you choose the best automatic litter box