Automatic cat litter boxes can reduce the daily work of cleaning up after cats by detecting when a cat leaves, separating waste from clean litter and storing the waste in a drawer. After testing more than 20 models, the reviewer says Petkit’s automatic litter boxes are among their favorites. Several Petkit products are currently discounted at Shop.com, with savings of up to $100—roughly comparable to typical Black Friday discounts—alongside deals on Petkit feeders and water fountains.
Petkit Purobot Max Pro 2: Best automatic litter box overall
The Petkit Purobot Max Pro 2 is described as the best overall option because it combines premium features with a lower price than some high-end competitors. At Shop.com, it is listed at $500, reduced from $600.
Its features include a wide-angle built-in camera with AI functions, facial recognition for multiple cats, voice recording, night vision, support for both 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz Wi-Fi, automatic activity logging and app-based usage tracking. The camera records video of both the cat and the waste as the machine operates.
The Max Pro 2 has a larger opening and litter area than earlier versions, making it suitable for larger cats. Its waste drawer can hold up to 17 days of waste and comes with a self-sealing bag for disposal.
The reviewer notes two drawbacks: cats became confused by the app once its free Care+ subscription ended, and the camera cannot be repositioned.
Petkit Purobot Max 3: Best automatic litter box for most people
The Petkit Purobot Max 3 is listed at $370 on Amazon, down from $430. It is also available from Shop.com for $400, reduced from $500.
After testing the model last month, the reviewer says it will be selected as the “best for most people” model in future buying guides. The Purobot Max 3 is described as reliable and hygienic, with a connected app that can monitor usage, track health trends, adjust cleaning settings and send reminders to clean the machine or empty its waste bag.
The model’s connected features make it possible to monitor a cat’s litter-box activity remotely. The source describes this as a practical middle ground for shoppers who want app support without paying for the most expensive model.
Petkit Purobot Ultra: Upgrade pick
The Petkit Purobot Ultra costs $800 at Shop.com, reduced from $900. It is one of the most expensive automatic litter boxes in the lineup, but its built-in camera is integrated into the rotating arm. The design allows owners to monitor activity and view footage both inside and outside the litter box.
The source describes the Purobot Ultra as the first widely available automatic litter box known to include a pet camera in its rotating arm. Unlike the Max Pro 2, it does not automatically label bathroom trips. Instead, owners can review and label activity data themselves.
That monitoring may be particularly useful for owners of cats with health problems who need closer observation. The model is also described as having a large footprint, being heavy and having an arm that makes the opening feel cramped.
Petkit feeders and water fountains on sale
Petkit Eversweet Max
The Petkit Eversweet Max cordless pet water fountain is available for $76 at Shop.com and Amazon, down from $90. It has a hygienic stainless-steel basin, can run without a cord after charging and connects to an app for monitoring water levels and usage.
Petkit Eversweet 3 Pro
The Petkit Eversweet 3 Pro is discounted to $66 at Shop.com, from $80. Amazon lists it at $70. Its built-in UV light is designed to help sterilize the water by eliminating potentially harmful bacteria. The fountain also includes a connected app and wireless pump.
The source lists plastic construction and the lack of a window for quickly checking the water level among its drawbacks.
Petkit YumShare Dual-Hopper 2 Automatic Feeder With Camera
The Petkit YumShare Dual-Hopper 2 automatic feeder with camera is on sale for $146 at Shop.com and Amazon, reduced from $170 and $180 respectively. It has an AI-enabled camera for identifying pets, two food compartments for kibble or freeze-dried food and a built-in scale intended to help prevent overfeeding.
The feeder connects to an app so owners can monitor it remotely. Some features require a membership plan, and the source says the app is less user-friendly than some competing options.
Petkit’s Shop storefront also includes discounts on bundles, accessories, replacement parts and other pet technology.
Source: www.wired.com