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Self-cleaning litter boxes, grouped by how they clean

An automatic litter box waits for your cat to leave, then sifts or rakes the waste away from clean litter. Models differ mainly in design, the cats they're rated for, how much waste they hold and whether they need an app. This guide sorts them using the specs their makers list.

18 listings · 15 brands · specs observed 2026-09-25

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Litter boxes by design

Each model appears in one group only. Groups are checked in this order: disposable tray, open-top, drum / covered, then anything the listing doesn't describe. The tags on each card are what the model's listing states.

Open-top

Listed as open-top: no hood over the litter bed.

Ellenpent

Open-Top Automatic Litter Box

  • Design:Open-top
  • Waste bin:9 L
  • Emptying:Up to 10 days (1 cat)
  • Safety:Infrared + weight sensors
  • App:App + 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi
What the listing says
  • Design · “…Open-Top Automatic Litter Box, Odor Control,…”
  • Waste bin · “…sealed waste compartment. The generous 9L waste bin holds up to 10 days of waste(1 cat),…”
  • Emptying · “…The generous 9L waste bin holds up to 10 days of waste(1 cat), allowing you to enjoy a fresher…”
  • Safety · “…Safety Sensors & Smart App Monitoring: Infrared and weight sensors automatically pause cleaning if your…”
  • App · “…them safe at all times. Connect via 2.4GHz Wi-Fi to track litter box usage, monitor…”

Amazon US listing B0G3XV7ZKY

HHOlove

CT-LBWXY

  • Design:Open-top
  • Waste bin:9 L
  • Emptying:5–7 days single-cat · 3–4 days multi-cat
  • Cat weight:3.3–18 lb
  • Cats:Listed for multiple cats
  • Safety:Safety sensors + anti-pinch
  • App:App listed
What the listing says
  • Design · “…HHOLOVE Self Cleaning Litter Box, Open Top Automatic Litter Box, Safety Sensors Protection,…”
  • Waste bin · “…is not recommended for large cats.) The 9L capacity of the trash can is sufficient for 5–7 days in a…”
  • Emptying · “…of the trash can is sufficient for 5–7 days in a single-cat household and 3–4 days in a multi-cat household; waste bags…”
  • Cat weight · “…x 16 inches, and it is recommended for cats weighing 3.3–18 pounds. (Please confirm the dimensions are…”
  • Cats · “…Litter Box, Safety Sensors Protection, App Control for Multiple Cats, Odor Control Includes 1 roll Liner,…”
  • Safety · “…real-time notifications. Built-in safety sensors and anti-pinch design protect your cat during every…”
  • App · “…to the open litter box via a mobile app to easily schedule automatic cleaning…”

Amazon US listing B0H36CFDRL

KISENG

026D

  • Design:Open-top
  • Waste bin:8 L
  • Emptying:About one week (single cat)
  • Cat weight:3.3–18 lb
  • Safety:Hall-effect, infrared + radar sensors
What the listing says
  • Design · “…Cat Litter Box, Self Cleaning, Open-Top, Safety Sensors, Toilet…”
  • Waste bin · “…Operation Required: equipped with an 8L large capacity waste bin, which can hold approximately one…”
  • Emptying · “…capacity waste bin, which can hold approximately one week's waste for a single cat; supports free switching between…”
  • Cat weight · “…Our auto cat litter box supports cats weighing 3.3–18 lb (1.5–8 kg) with generous interior…”
  • Safety · “…Safety System for Full Protection: Hall-effect, infrared, and radar sensors combine for comprehensive monitoring.…”

Amazon US listing B0H2MPCYHK

Mimfam

AS11

  • Design:Open-top
  • Waste bin:10 L
  • Emptying:Up to 10 days (single cat)
  • Cats:Listed for multi-cat homes
  • Safety:4 pairs infrared + 3 Hall sensors
What the listing says
  • Design · “…Box, with 4 Pairs Infrared Senor, Open-Top Design for Multi-Cat Homes, Comes with Liner…”
  • Waste bin · “…Mimfam litter box is equipped with a spacious 10L waste container, minimizing the need for frequent…”
  • Emptying · “…the need for constant maintenance. A single cat can go up to 10 days without manual scooping, saving you…”
  • Cats · “…Infrared Senor, Open-Top Design for Multi-Cat Homes, Comes with Liner Bags and Cat Litter…”
  • Safety · “…of protective measures, including 4 pairs of infrared sensors and 3 hall sensors, is designed to halt its cleaning…”

Amazon US listing B0F6TK43JT

Neakasa

M1 Plus

  • Design:Open-top
  • Waste bin:11.2 L
  • Emptying:7–14 days
  • Cat weight:3.3–33 lb
  • Cats:Up to 3 cats
  • Safety:Anti-pinch gear + rotary infrared
  • App:App (2.4 GHz Wi-Fi)
What the listing says
  • Design · “…【Pioneering Open-Top Design】Open-top design aligns with cats’…”
  • Waste bin · “…【7–14 Days Low-Maintenance】A large 11.2L waste bin and 7.2L litter capacity mean less…”
  • Emptying · “…less frequent emptying, supporting up to 7–14 days of use. When it’s time to empty the bin,…”
  • Cat weight · “…from kittenhood to adulthood. Supports cats from 3.3–33 lbs and up to 3 cats. For kittens under…”
  • Cats · “…Supports cats from 3.3–33 lbs and up to 3 cats. For kittens under 3.3 lbs, enable…”
  • Safety · “…【Advanced Anti-Pinch Safety】An optimized gear structure precisely…”
  • Safety · “…safety during each cleaning cycle. A 6-array rotary infrared system adds another layer of protection with…”
  • App · “…Control & Multi-Cat Tracking】Use the Neakasa App (2.4GHz Wi-Fi only) to remotely adjust modes and track…”

Amazon US listing B0CSKBWBF6

Read the Neakasa M1 Plus review →

OneBug

OBUS-ZN-TO-VINE

  • Design:Open-top
  • Emptying:Up to 10 days (single cat)
  • Cats:Listed for multi-cat homes
  • Litter:Clumping clay / mineral
  • Safety:Infrared, microwave radar + Hall sensors
  • App:No app needed
What the listing says
  • Design · “…1. Open-Top Design & Large Waste Bin: The spacious open-top entrance…”
  • Emptying · “…waste bin locks in odors and lasts up to 10 days for single-cat households—perfect for large cats, multi-cat…”
  • Cats · “…for busy professionals, travelers, and multi-cat households.…”
  • Litter · “…fully washable. Compatible with most clumping clay and mineral litters, the optimized cycle reduces litter…”
  • Safety · “…smart safety technology including infrared sensors, microwave radar, Hall sensors, and motor current monitoring, this…”
  • App · “…4. No App Required & Ultra-Quiet: No app, subscriptions,…”

Amazon US listing B0H8YYZ6Y8

OneBug

ZNMSP-CH-D026-SE-NEW1

  • Design:Open-top
  • Emptying:Up to 10 days (single cat)
  • Cats:Listed for multi-cat homes
  • Litter:Clumping clay / mineral
  • Safety:Infrared, microwave radar + Hall sensors
  • App:No app needed
What the listing says
  • Design · “…OneBug Self Cleaning Open Top Automatic Multiple Cat Litter Box,…”
  • Emptying · “…contain odors and can hold waste for up to 10 days for a single cat, making it ideal for large cats,…”
  • Cats · “…professionals, frequent travelers, and multi-cat households.…”
  • Litter · “…maintenance. Compatible with most clumping clay and mineral litters, while the optimized cleaning cycle…”
  • Safety · “…smart protection technology. Infrared sensors, microwave radar, Hall sensors, and motor current monitoring work…”
  • App · “…2. No App Required & Ultra-Quiet: No apps, subscriptions,…”

Amazon US listing B0HFJDDWKQ

otoging

AS11-SLB13

  • Design:Open-top
  • Waste bin:10 L
  • App:No app needed
What the listing says
  • Design · “…Box, Self Cleaning Cat Litter Box, Open-Top Design…”
  • Waste bin · “…With 6kg litter capacity and a 10L waste container, the cat litter box automatic cleaning…”
  • App · “…NO APP, NO HASSLE: Simply plug in the self cleaning cat…”

Amazon US listing B0H8D6HP7C

PetPivot

AS12

  • Design:Open-top
  • Litter:Clumping (bentonite / mineral)
  • Safety:7 pairs of sensors + anti-pinch
  • App:No app needed
What the listing says
  • Design · “…PetPivot Open Top Self Cleaning Cat Litter Box,…”
  • Litter · “…this unit is optimized for widely used bentonite and mineral-based clumping litters. The system is engineered to be…”
  • Safety · “…Litter Box, Automatic Litter Box with 7 Pairs of Safety Sensors, Anti-Pinch Protection and Easy Access Step for Senior Cats,…”
  • App · “…litter box operates independently - no app downloads, no subscriptions, and no connectivity…”

Amazon US listing B0GL7DLPZ4

Tevila

Open Top (model not listed)

  • Design:Open-top
  • Cat weight:Up to 15 lb
  • Litter:Most clumping litter
  • Safety:Never-closing gap (anti-trap) listed
  • App:No app needed
What the listing says
  • Design · “…Litter Box for Cats to15lb,15.5" Open Top, 50L Drum…”
  • Cat weight · “…Self Cleaning Automatic Litter Box for Cats to15lb,15.5" Open Top, 50L Drum…”
  • Litter · “…【3-in-1 Mat & Complete Kit】Compatible with most clumping litter. The leakproof non-stick liner…”
  • Safety · “…anti-pinch gears, and a 6.1" never-closing gap to ensure complete safety and prevent…”
  • App · “…【Hands-Free Scoop, Hassle-Free Use】 No WiFi or APP needed—just plug in and 2 Physical buttons…”

Amazon US listing B0HJNDVBBS

Tevila

SC-026D

  • Design:Open-top
  • Cat weight:Listed for medium cats
  • Litter:Most clumping litter
  • Safety:Never-closing gap (anti-trap) listed
  • App:No app needed
What the listing says
  • Design · “…Litter Box for Medium Cats,15.5" Wide Open Top,50L…”
  • Cat weight · “…Self Cleaning Automatic Litter Box for Medium Cats,15.5" Wide Open Top,50L…”
  • Litter · “…【3-in-1 Mat & Complete Kit】Compatible with most clumping litter. The leakproof non-stick liner…”
  • Safety · “…anti-pinch gears, and a 6.1" never-closing gap to ensure complete safety and prevent…”
  • App · “…【Hands-Free Scoop, Hassle-Free Use】 No WiFi or APP needed—just plug in and 2 Physical buttons…”

Amazon US listing B0H75J17HC

teweoa

AS11

  • Design:Open-top
  • Cats:Listed for multiple cats
  • Safety:Infrared + Hall sensors
What the listing says
  • Design · “…Integrated Safety Protection with Open-Top Design…”
  • Cats · “…Self Cleaning Cat Litter Box, Automatic Litter Box for Multiple Cats, Integrated Safety Protection with…”
  • Safety · “…protection system, including infrared and Hall sensors. These sensors are designed to detect…”

Amazon US listing B0DQW7857Q

Drum / covered

A drum or enclosed body that rotates or sifts to separate waste. Listings describe these as enclosed, semi-enclosed or drum designs.

Cumrige

M2

  • Design:Drum
  • Waste bin:15 L
  • Emptying:Up to 15 days
  • Cat weight:2.2–33 lb
  • Cats:Single or multiple cats
  • Litter:Clumping litter
  • Safety:Safety sensor listed
  • App:App (2.4 GHz Wi-Fi)
What the listing says
  • Design · “…Large Drum Capacity: The automatic cat litter box features…”
  • Waste bin · “…capacity for cats 2.2 to 33 lbs. Its 15 L waste bin lasts up to 15 days, making it ideal…”
  • Emptying · “…cats 2.2 to 33 lbs. Its 15 L waste bin lasts up to 15 days, making it ideal for long trips, and…”
  • Cat weight · “…features a 95 L roller capacity for cats 2.2 to 33 lbs. Its 15 L waste bin lasts up to 15…”
  • Cats · “…compatible with clump litter types for single or multiple cats…”
  • Litter · “…making it ideal for long trips, and is compatible with clump litter types for single or multiple cats…”
  • Safety · “…Cumrige Automatic Litter Box,Safety Sensor,App Control,95L Large Capacity…”
  • App · “…your cat's hygiene remotely with the Tuya Smart APP. Enjoy automatic cleaning, one touch…”
  • App · “…and health tracking. Compatible with 2.4G WiFi only…”

Amazon US listing B0DFM4Z71X

Fumoi

M4

  • Design:Enclosed drum
  • Waste bin:15 L
  • Cats:Listed for more than one cat
  • Safety:Safety sensor listed
  • App:App (2.4 GHz Wi-Fi)
What the listing says
  • Design · “…disturbance during day or night use. The enclosed structure and sealed waste drawer help control…”
  • Waste bin · “…MULTIPLE CATS:The spacious drum and 15L waste compartment support households with more than one…”
  • Cats · “…support households with more than one cat and reduce…”
  • Safety · “…Fumoi Automatic Litter Box,Safety Sensor,App Control,Washable Litter Tray…”
  • App · “…APP CONTROL WITH REAL-TIME MONITORING:Connect through 2.4GHz WiFi to manage cleaning cycles, check usage…”

Amazon US listing B0HGWT16KH

PETKIT

Purobot Max 3

  • Design:Semi-enclosed drum
  • Waste bin:7 L
  • Emptying:Up to 15 days
  • Cat weight:3.3–22 lb
  • Cats:Listed as multi-cat friendly
  • Litter:Clumping; clay + tofu sifters included
  • Safety:Anti-pinch design
  • App:App (2.4 GHz Wi-Fi)
What the listing says
  • Design · “…odors and always feel at ease. 1. The semi-enclosed design effectively prevents odor leakage. 2.…”
  • Design · “…2.Anti-Pinch Design:The design with a side-by-side drum prevents any overlapping gaps where…”
  • Waste bin · “…after each use in the mode you set.The 7L waste bin provides of automatic scoop…”
  • Emptying · “…only need to replace the trash bag , replacement up to15 days. which is perfect for pet parents on…”
  • Cat weight · “…cats and cats with mobility issues weighing 3.3 between 22 lbs—to enter and exit with ease, the large…”
  • Cats · “…【Wide Opening & Multi-Cat Friendly】 Upgraded from the PETKIT PuraMax 2 to…”
  • Litter · “…short trips away or busy schedules. (compatible with all kinds of clumping litter. )…”
  • Litter · “…magnetic cat litter remover,clay litter sifter P99023,tofu litter sifter P99022,user manual, decorative…”
  • Safety · “…open at all times during operation. 2.Anti-Pinch Design:The design with a side-by-side drum…”
  • App · “…2.4 GHz connectivity. Through the PETKIT smart app, you can track litter box usage data.…”
  • App · “…2.4GHz Wi-Fi Connected…”

Amazon US listing B0H26KDLRR

Disposable crystal tray

Crystal litter in a disposable tray: the tray is replaced rather than the waste emptied into a bin, so it is an ongoing supply.

PetSafe

ScoopFree Crystal Pro Legacy

  • Design:Disposable tray, uncovered
  • Litter:Crystal litter (in the tray)
What the listing says
  • Design · “…absorbs urine and dries solid waste; includes a disposable tray with ScoopFree Crystal litter…”
  • Design · “…PetSafe ScoopFree Crystal Pro Legacy Self-Cleaning Litter Box, Uncovered…”
  • Litter · “…Unbeatable Odor Control: Crystal litter absorbs urine and dries solid waste; includes a…”

Amazon US listing B07WZPJ2LW

Other self-cleaning designs

The listing doesn't describe the body design, so we only show what it does state.

Whisker

Litter-Robot 4 (supply & accessory bundle)

  • Cats:Up to 4 cats
  • Cat weight:At least 3 lb per cat (automatic mode)
  • Litter:Any clumping litter
  • App:App listed
What the listing says
  • Cats · “…SAFETY & USE: Suitable for up to 4 cats, each cat must weigh at least 3 lbs…”
  • Cat weight · “…for up to 4 cats, each cat must weigh at least 3 lbs (1.4 kg) to safely use the Litter-Robot in…”
  • Litter · “…track kitty's weight after each use. Compatible with any clumping litter…”
  • App · “…VIA APP: Control the smart litter box straight from the Whisker app. Monitor waste and litter levels in…”

Amazon US listing B0FFF4MYRT

How to choose a self-cleaning litter box

Cat weight

8 of 17 listings give a cat weight limit or size. Minimums matter as much as maximums: 4 listings start at 3.3 lb, and some describe a manual or kitten mode for smaller cats. Check both ends against your cat.

Number of cats

10 of 17 listings mention more than one cat. Only a few give a number, so read "multi-cat" as the maker's description rather than a tested limit.

Safety sensors

14 of 17 listings name safety features such as infrared, weight or Hall sensors and anti-pinch designs. These are listed features; we haven't verified how they respond.

Litter type

9 listings say which litter they accept, and most of those ask for clumping litter. The disposable-tray design uses its own crystal litter. Match the litter you already use before you buy.

Waste bin & emptying

Where a listing states the waste bin volume, it ranges from 7–15 L (9 models). Larger figures on some listings describe the drum or interior, not the waste bin, so we leave those out. Emptying intervals are the maker's estimates and often assume one cat.

App or no app

7 models list app control, and 6 say they work without one. An app adds remote cleaning and usage logs; a no-app model runs from buttons with nothing to pair.

Open-top or drum?

Open-top models leave the litter bed uncovered, which suits cats that dislike hoods. Drum and enclosed models wrap the litter in a body that rotates to separate waste.

Neither design is better in general. Check your cat's size against the listed entrance and weight range, and look at how the waste is sealed if odour matters to you.

Frequently asked questions

How does a self-cleaning litter box work?

Sensors detect when your cat has left, then after a delay the box sifts, rakes or rotates to move clumps into a waste bin or tray and leaves clean litter behind.

Is it safe for kittens?

Follow the listed minimum weight. Several listings set a minimum around 3.3 lb and describe a manual or kitten mode for smaller cats, so check the model's listing and manual.

See how cat weight is listed
Do I need an app?

No. 7 models in this guide list app control and 6 state that they work without one.

What litter can I use?

Most listings that name a litter ask for clumping litter; a few name clay, tofu or mineral types. The disposable-tray design uses its own crystal litter trays, an ongoing supply we don't price yet.

See the disposable-tray design
Why doesn't this page show prices or rankings?

Prices and stock change often and we haven't validated current offers, so we leave them out. This page groups litter boxes by design rather than rating them.

Did you test these litter boxes?

No. This guide is specification-based: it organises what each listing states. Claims such as waste capacity and sensor coverage are shown as the maker describes them.

How this page was put together

Source
Manufacturer specifications from each model's Amazon US product listing.
Observed
Evidence
Specification-based: we organised listed specs; we have not tested these litter boxes.
  • Cat weights, waste volumes and cat counts appear as the listing states them.
  • Waste bin volumes only: drum, interior and litter volumes are not shown as waste capacity.
  • No prices, stock or seller details: they change often and current offers are not yet validated.
  • Litter boxes are grouped by design, not rated against each other.
  • This page has no purchase links.