Kitty Sift is made from 100% post-consumer waste recycled cardboard (FSC certified/responsibly sourced), is recyclable if clean and dry and/or compostable in correct conditions. Please check with your local municipality.
@@eden9544 Yes, Kitty Sift is compatible with Pretty Litter. You would simply sift the litter and poo waste instead of scooping. And, the sifting action will help fulfill the stirring requirement. No more touching and contaminating your litter box with dirty plastic scoopers! Lift, sift and dispose!
I'm hoping at some point you're able to perform tests on various cat litter mats (the kind the little box would sit on to try to catch litter) - I've tried a few, and they can be wildly different!
I would be interested in this too! NYT Wirecutter has an article on the best cat litter mats but their top recommendation wasn't available to buy at the time when I read it.
If you have an old dresser and some carpentry skills you can retro fit it and put open litter boxes in it. Any old cabinet like tv stands etc can work.
Best litter box in the world, a drywall mud mixing tub from Lowes. $6.88, large enough for all cats to fit properly (1.5 times the length of the cat!), and if you actually fill it, you'll never have to change out litter again. It will fit 60 pounds of clay litter (about 20 pounds of wheat litter) and all you need to do is scoop and top off. I had mine for 5 years, and only now changed it out because I switched to the wheat litter.
We have 2 of the stainless steel box with the extra high walls that is optional. The box is incredible and forever lasting. Unfortunately, one of our female cats loves to see how high she can toss litter everywhere, so unfortunately litter escapes. If they had it completely closed in, it would be a 10 out of 10. Worth the $.
My 14.7 lbs cat uses the litter robot with only one issue, when he's done doing his business he launches himself out like a rocket. Then comes back to watch it cycle. By far the best money I ever spent in 51 years. I truly believe it has paid for itself it money saved on litter and the time I save every week!!!
Haha. My cat does the same thing.. occasionally he bats at the litter robot as it’s spinning and pauses the cycle. 😂… it’s great so far tho. Had it 2 months no issues. Super ez to change out dirty poo drawer.
@@hollyhart6270 yeah it starts around $500. I have the wifi enabled one. I bought it as part of a package w extra bags & a ramp , so it was just a lil more. I think I read you can buy refurbished for $100 off …
Agree completely about the stainless steel choice. However, I didn't like the price. I use a buffet food tray (the technical name is Hotel Pan), and it's been great for the past year that I've had it.
Do you have cats that pee spray, or pee upward? Was it high enough to contain that? 2 of my 5 pee up, and consequently out of the pan if not high enough. 😕
@@Yahwehbeliever I'd say no. I have them with the high walls that are an option, and although my cats don't pee high, I can see how males could go higher than the sides. I think I've seen some just add like shower curtain type plastics around their open litter boxes. At some point maybe a company will finally give us a very high walled, stainless steel litter box.
@@flacadiabla3193 thank you! I recently saw someone who had plastic boxes & screwed plexiglass type material to the backs. I may see if I can do that with a hotel pan & attach with glued magnets.
@Cajunomics currently we have a high back/ side XL litter box. We also bought washable adult pee pads, usually for elderly or disabled adults with incontinence issues. They go under the pans. I've also lined a thick plastic along the wall behind the pans (think like a plastic table cover from the 70s). I think we got a huge roll of it from a fabric/ craft store.
Hello, I just wanted to say that I've been a subscriber and watching your videos for probably a year or so now and they have been SO informative and helpful when finding items to match my cats' quirks. Thank you so much for creating them, and for all of the work you do that goes into them and your work on All About Cats.
@@AllAboutCatsYT I too like your videos! However I think the convenience of the Litter Robot gets overhyped and people forget that what we see in the litter box is an indicator of health. Cats hide pain and illness well, so being able to catch diarrhea, bloody stool, or urine early could save your cat's life or prevent further discomfort.
Tip for using a shifting litter box: hold both boxes together, making a separation between the two of them with your fingers, and then shake! That way there will be (almost) no scatter. The trays need to be quite light, though Thank you for the in depth reviews, Mallory! I use pine pellets and I have two top entry boxes and a regular open one, and then I have two shifting trays for cleaning
Interesting that your cats loved the disposable litter box so much! I have to get a stainless steel litter box in the future. Also I purchase that metal litter scooper that you recommended in one of your other videos, definitely worth it!
Purchased a xl stainless steel pan because of this video. I love the box. No smell gets trapped in it. I’ve had zero issues with sticking. Cleaning is easy peasy. As soon as I set it up my cat jumped right in to use it. I won’t have to purchase a new one yearly. The only negative is when she covers her mess the claws against the pan is like nails on a chalkboard 😵💫 but I’ll never go back to a plastic box.
Just wanted to say that I was previously using pine litter and found the PeeWee EcoMinor litter box works great, it was the best one I found and is made specifically for the pine litter. You don’t have to take the trays apart to do the sifting, you can just shake it a bit of run a scoop through and the sawdust just drops into the bottom section. You just scoop the poop out of like you would with a regular tray and then empty the bottom tray about every 5 days depending. It also had a removable lip to stop litter flying out when digging and I barely had and scatter. The tray it easy to clean With a hose or shower. They also make a larger size which I think is called Peewee EcoGrade, and some covered versions. Also if you end up changing the type of litter you use in the future, you can still use the tray and just remove the sifting part. (I have recently switched switched to a corn based litter as my cat seemed to be getting unhappy with the pine, I think because it’s quite chunky under the paws)
The Litter Robot is a terrible idea!!! You can't tell if your cat is sick ie. diarrhea, has blood in their stool or urine, please scoop your box so you know if your cat needs to see a vet...
Hi! Could you do a best cat puzzles video? There are lots of really interesting ones ive seen around and I think it would make for great content. Maybe even doing 3 videos each going over the best easy, intermediate. And advanced ones
Or little treat balls, and include testing of how well they stand up to being tossed from about 3 feet up onto a wooden floor. :P . I have a cat who can open drawers and he's broken a couple that way.
Hy Mallory I was blown when I saw all of this little boxes😸😸all of those will last you all cats that you have in life 😽😽and I have the savic gizmo litter box and its great for my senior and I think that it will be great for our kitten too 😸its great and I bought it for 6.45 which is super unexpecive 😽and when are you doing litter reviuw next week 😊stay safe 💖 😻😻😻🐾
I'm surprised that the Clevercat top-entry box didn't make the list. I've had it for 11 years--it's sturdy, easy to clean, and nowhere near as fussy as the ModKat, which looks cute but also doesn't seem nearly as durable. I prefer to use the Clevercat without the lid, though I liked having the lid when the box was in my closet and I needed to keep down the smell. I suppose some would argue, why not use a regular deep plastic bin, but I don't think a Sterilite bin would hold up as well through multiple cleanings as the Clevercat has.
I bought 2 of the primo ones so I could switch them out. Truthfully, I bought one on EBay without the lifted sides so I bought the real thing on Amazon for the walls. My cat somehow still manages to get pee out of the litter box so I’m going to switch back to an 18 gallon tote and just buy a new one periodically.
Love that I’m already using the overall best just wanted to see if I was missing out on something better. Thank you for testing stuff so I don’t have to!
I’m surprised you didn’t include the Pidan igloo. Changed my life- so good at containing spray, and it’s big enough up to medium sized cats (my biggest is 15 lbs) and I think they’re coming out with an even bigger size. I have 3 types of litter boxes at mine, and I’m a clean freak. The pidan igloo is the best, and my cats prefer it to more open style ones I have- it’s always the fullest of the 4 boxes.
I have & 18 lb. Cat & he pees up high. Sometime he doesn’t turn around & it com out the opening. I am at a loss at what kind litter box. I use a hooded one & he likes it. But to small ! I have 2 other cats & they fit ok. I use “3” boxes. Help please ?
I don't understand why ANYONE would buy scooping litter when better options exist. It's dusty, and more work. I think you should have mentioned that cats and humans should always use fragrance free litter because artificial fragrances are toxic and carcinogenic. Scooping litter is such an old option that it's ridiculous really. Plus, tell people don't leave anything in the box, Clear it daily at least. I know lots of people don't do that and just leave things in there for days. Gross!!! I know my cat probably prefers no big clumps of litter from where he peed. Plus I don't have to scoop that every time he pees. I remove a poop as soon as there is only 1 in there and use a biodegradable poop bag, not expensive online. I use the Breeze system. I love it's ease of use. I might soon try the pine pellets with it by exchanging the bottom for a jumbo pan for it to sit in. It will sift that way and possibly be less expensive. Plus the pine is supposedly more comfortable on their paws. The clay pellets are great but a wee bit sharp, not cutting but painful.
I just bought the naturals miracle oval hooded litter box. I also have 2 omega paw and roll boxes. The naturals miracles works really well for my cats because they like to pee on the sides of the box and it had a high back just for that reason. Also the omega paw and roll are nice because it’s easy cleanup but it has a lot of downsides for me personally. I also have 4 cats and 4 boxes they can choose from. I found that the tidy cats unscented litter with activated charcoal and adding baking soda works amazingly! Thank you for this video !
The best ones are the biggest ones And the smallest ones are the best-kittens Anything else is crap The fancy ones-with the grills or any openings are the worst. Feces always get stuck there and cleaning is a nightmare
I love my iPrimio litter box. I have that one plus 2 other stainless steel litter boxes that I bought about 12 years ago that I don’t believe is made any longer. These boxes were a little smaller, no height addition and if I recall cost about $25 at the time and they have a bubble design in the outside. I wish I had the room for a litter robot.
I see you using that huge metal scoop and think, "oh man, a litter lifter would make life so much easier." =). also, i am not sure what i think of arm & hammer slide - what's in it that makes it "slide" and is that chemical or whatever it is ok for the cat to inhale and ingest? Can the Kitty Sift be recycled? I was sad to hear that you said you can throw it in the trash --> that's one of the huge problems with cat litter disposal - it's not eco-friendly - so if the Kitty Sift can be recycled, then that's a huge plus for those of us who try to help the environment when possible. Don't you find that litter scatter has to do with 3 things: 1. litter box, 2. type of litter and 3. the cat itself? i have one that throws litter like it's confetti. i just don't see how you can evaluate litter scatter on the litter box alone? i think it's just depends on the cat with the Litter-Robot 3 - many large breeds like my cats and Maine Coons feel fine in it. As I have found, at the end of the day, it's up to the cat whether or not it's big enough, not the human - ha ha.
Hi Floppycats, we agree that it would be much more eco-friendly to recycle our Kitty Sift product. Kitty Sift is made from 100% post-consumer waste recycled cardboard, IS recyclable if clean and dry and if allowed with your local municipality. Kitty Sift is also compostable in correct conditions. Thank you!
@@Floppycats Our Kitty Sift product is compostable if clean and dry. There are many things to consider regarding composting cat waste: ecocatlitter.com/cat-litter-composting-guide-how-to-compost-cat-litter/ here is one article regarding the correct conditions (temperature, uses in gardening, etc.). We advise to fully remove/clean cat feces from our trays before recycling or composting. We hope this helps!
Many years ago, we bought cement mixing tubs at Home Depot for around $7 each. They're huge, so they're great for multi-cat households. 20+ years later, and they're still going strong.
@@Jacquelinesavoy Petco Carrie's So Phresh extreme clumping unscented Grass seed litter, chewy carries one, Petsmart Carrie's one also. Amazon carries a few too!!! It may seem expensive, but you use less, clumps great , and no odor!!!
I bought a storage box for 5 dollars in the dollar general and it works for all my 4 cats. And is easy to clean. And it's long and comfortable.My cats love it. No problem.
I have 2 indoor cats and what I do for smell, scatter control and easy cleaning are feeding them a raw diet, use recycled clumping paper litter with a covered jumbo catit litter box. Ive used the litter box for about 3.5 yrs now and do a total wash every 3 to 4 weeks. The box still looks new and works well. Raw fed cats have an almost odourless poo and pee. Their stool is also firm and dry which does not stick to the litter box and almost never stain.
I have asked my vet if I could switch to a raw diet for my cat, but they’re worried she could get salmonella. What are your thoughts? Have you had any bad experience with your cat on a raw diet?
@T R wow thanks! I’ll definitely do more research but I don’t think there are any holistic vets around me. I just want what’s best for my cat. She turned one years old back in June. Also, if you don’t mind me asking, what litter box do you use? I have a plastic litter box that she is growing out of and need to buy a new one but can’t find a good metal one that will fit the section her litter box is in. Can you send me the link where you got yours if you have it please. Thank you!
My fiance and I have cats, and we absolutely LOVE the Litter Robot. We tried the Cat Toilet, and that was okay in the beginning, but the creators didn't think about if cats get diarrhea, and that gets messy. So we cleaned it and returned it.
I’m wondering how much did they pay you to give those open boxes a good review? And the only closed litter box you selected was clear which to me is ridiculous. Why would anyone want to see their cat take a dump? That’s like me want to see my girlfriend take a dump. Makes no sense and all the ones I like were not part of your review hmmmm.
Perhaps those are your preference, but open litter boxes are known to be more cat-appropriate. All of these products were purchased independently, and I was not paid by any of these companies to include their litter boxes.
Why oh why won't companies make litterboxes with HIGH ENOUGH sides to accommodate larger cats and high pee-ers. That way owners don't have to rig them from storage containers with annoying indentations and protrusions which make them hard to scoop cleanly. At least 8 years ago, for a brief period, Target stores sold a nice smooth sided, rounded corner box with 16" tall sides, and an optional flat clear lid that sat nicely in an indentation surrounding the top of the box. But they stopped selling them, even though it seemed to me that they were so popular they couldn't keep them in stock. I managed to collect 4 and they have held up well all these years. If there is pee on the back wall of the box, I simply swipe with a cleaning wipe. And since the body is taller and one piece, its easy to tilt the box for efficient scooping. Before Target's model, I had tried boxes with added height in the lid, but for me, that style is not as efficient to clean, and some would catch pee and hold odor in the lid channel. Hoping you have some influence with manufacturers and that you can make this suggestion to them.
Yikes, sorry to hear that. I have it in my studio right now, and I can see what you're saying about the flimsy plastic and difficulty lining up the rim. The other top picks are definitely more rugged. Thanks for sharing your feedback, and I hope you're able to make the most of this situation.
$149 for a stainless steel box? that’s like an anniversary type of cost gift? * takes out notepad and makes a note to purchase as soon as I get a cat and wife and a reminder to not watch anything to do with litter boxes before breakfast again even though it’s super exciting*
Hi. Do you like your litter robot? How expensive is the monthly maintenance. I have 2 cats and I am REALLY struggling with what litter system to settle on. As well as what litter to use to not break the bank. Thanks 😃
Another option is a large Rubbermade container, if you prefer you can cut an opening in the lid, or leave open. It is not suitable for cats with limited mobility, but large young cats seem to like, and there is great scatter control.
As far as sites dealing with living with a cat, All About Cats/Mallory is THE best place to go. Good, solid, well presented information. You rock Mallory!!
Hi Mallory, thanks for the great review. I'm thinking of switching from the big plastic hooded litter boxes to the stainless steel ones. Unfortunately, one of my cats pees very high against the wall and I'm concerned that 8" height might be a little small, what are your experiences there? And would my steel scoop scratch the stainless steel, i.e. would I need a plastic scoop again? Thank you, Greetings from Germany, Tobi
Hi there! Yes, the sides are a bit short. iPrimio does offer an additional shield that you can buy on the side, but other than that, you will likely find that your cat can go over the edge. A plastic scoop may be more compatible with the surface, especially if you get the coated interior. I really like the Litter-Lifter with mine.
I saved myself some money by buying those large 66 QT Sterilite container storage boxes for my litter boxes. My cats use them all the time, and I have no problem with my cats peeing over the sides of the boxes. The sides are tall, so that keeps them from over shooting the boxes. They are fairly easy to clean, and are pretty sturdy too. I bought them at Walmart, and they only cost $7.98 each. I have very little litter scattering too. Not much litter falls out of the boxes due to the sides being tall. 😊 That cardboard sifting litter box seems like a waste of money to me. 🙁Despite it is made of cardboard, and will decompose quicker, it doesn't seem very durable to me, and also you have to throw it away after several uses. I've had my litter boxes for a few years now, and so far they haven't fallen apart. And so far, my cats are not allergic to the plastic containers. They definitely work for me! 🙂
Thanks for doing these! All the litter-related videos are really helpful as it can trigger a lot of problems if cats are not comfortable using them. I see many surrendered cats at shelters from not using their litter box. There’s always a solution after a bit of research. And this channel definitely helps.
The omega paw easy fill n roll is by far the best litter box we’ve ever had. Having 4 cats, it starts to really be a pain to scoop everything 2 times a day. With the omega paw roll litter box you just roll it upside down and all the waste and clumps go inside a skinny pull out drawer which also conveniently fits right into any bag even if it’s a very small poop bag made for dogs. It takes literally 10 seconds to do. Sometimes there will still be some stuff in the main litter if it is more fresh pee or poop that isn’t clumped up all the way yet but then you just scoop that one piece out or just roll it one more time. We have two of these in our house and it has made cleaning and emptying the waste in the litter box a breeze. I highly recommend this litter box! It’s basically a simpler more affordable take on the automatic cleaning litter boxes but those can be too engineered and complicated and malfunction or cats won’t feel comfortable in them and be scared of them and not go to the bathroom as often as they should. This one takes any electronics out of the equation. Also it’s very light even with the litter filled to the max line and it’s super easy to roll since they rounded the edges where you are supposed to roll it upside down. No point in getting these old design litter boxes that you have to scoop and shovel and dig and empty and do that numerous times just to clean one litter box one time. It’s also pretty affordable, got ours for 60 bucks each on Amazon. There’s different sizes but we got the large size.
I have just got a Catit smartrsift box which is like an enclosed sifter box with a manual external handle for the sifting. I am using a clay litter at the moment, do you think I could use pine pellets with it too? I like that because its manual you can vary the sifting speed and give it a little extra shake if needed. My cat doesn't cover up that well so I remove solids with a poop bag and just let it sift clumps. Love your videos, you are so easy to listen to and very to the point. Hope to see lots more!
@@AllAboutCatsYT Thanks Mallory, I have tried Dr Elseys and its fantastic 👏 but very expensive so I have found a product from a supermarket we have here called Tesco that looks exactly the same but only costs £4 instead of £14 for 8kg. I will let you know how it goes. Have you ever tried stores own brands in the US?
I never thought to use pine with a sifting box. Good clumping litter with a good stainless steel sifting scoop as backup for sticking seems most obvious. I have a covered sifting box with a door but I also don't have a 10lb cat. She's only maybe 6 or 7 lbs. Once she realized she wasn't stuck inside the box after the door closed she had no trouble.
The stainless box is worth the price since it will last forever. When I tested my cats with a choice of tall and strange shaped boxes they always chose the traditional low profile thin edge boxes
man I miss having toilet trained cats (as in trained to use the human toilet) they're old and intolerant to jump up and use it now... and here I am reviewing litter boxes
Amazed you do not mention the self scooping litter box that my kitty and I use. I am nearly 84 and cannot get on floor to scoop or clean and the raking after he uses it has been a good answer for me.
I use a bloody big plastic storage box, no lid. Cheap as in £4 !and easy to clean, great scatter control as its tall, also stops the tall pee ers peeing over the top. Wood chip pellets don't smell and are biodegradable. I have 8 inside cats so feel, after many years, I've got it right!!!
All litter boxes made are not ideal for cats. They’re not large enough, closed off, and made for looks/to hide instead of for the best interest of the cat. Buy a large storage bin that is see through. Buy an unscented clumping litter. And you’re good. Your cats will thank you.
I'm sorry; I had consistently low volume from the old microphone on these videos. If you turn up the volume, please remember to turn it back down before watching the newer ones. Thank you for the advice.
I have the high sided Nature's Miracle box. I like it because it seems nice and big and easy for him to step into and he also can't kick litter over the sides. I really like the idea of a stainless steel one too. Thank you for all your research and testing for this video!!
Hello I have the frisco litter box that I got from Petco and it works really good but I think I want to try that stainless steel litter box that you mentioned since I'm in a smaller apartment I need to control the odor as much as possible thanks again
I agree 100% on metal litter boxes; don't accumulate odor, I can get one big enough for my big girl so she doesn't miss cause of no room to maneuver. Cleans like a dream. And just look for hotel hot table stainless steel pans. Same thing and usually cheaper.
the modkat tray litter box is similar to the tuft and paw! and only 35$ plus I love the liners of modkat , makes it easier to clean. I wash them in the wash machine on delicate
I'd be interested to see if you ever review the Catit jumbo magic blue litter box. Haven't found very in depth reviews about it but it seems like something that could be good.
I have read about the Pura X self-cleaning litter box. Have you ever tried it? How would you rate it compared to the Litter Robot 3 Connect? I’m thinking of buying one for my cats but I’m still unsure as to which one would be the best investment since it’s quite the investment.
Great video. I have a quick question if you could help please or if anyone can help!!!? My kitten is around 4.5months old. He is very good at using his litter box but once he has been I've been wiping his bottom as I've noticed he doesn't always groom himself after and if he does a number 2 sometimes there is some residue (not always and not much) and also sometimes when he does a pee he gets his wee sometimes near his ball area.:-( i love him but it does stress me out as I have to always keep an eye and when I'm back to work I certainly won't be able to keep this up. Anything I can do?
Kitty Sift is made from 100% post-consumer waste recycled cardboard (FSC certified/responsibly sourced), is recyclable if clean and dry and/or compostable in correct conditions. Please check with your local municipality.
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Does it work well with pine litter?
@@patkelly6357 Kitty Sift is made to work with a fine granule type clumping litter -- as it will sift quickest. We hope this helps!
can u use it with pretty litter?
@@eden9544 Yes, Kitty Sift is compatible with Pretty Litter. You would simply sift the litter and poo waste instead of scooping. And, the sifting action will help fulfill the stirring requirement. No more touching and contaminating your litter box with dirty plastic scoopers! Lift, sift and dispose!
Never thought I'd find myself searching TH-cam for litter box reviews. You did a great job.
I'm hoping at some point you're able to perform tests on various cat litter mats (the kind the little box would sit on to try to catch litter) - I've tried a few, and they can be wildly different!
I was just about to comment this too!
Cat genie had its own addon mat
I would be interested in this too! NYT Wirecutter has an article on the best cat litter mats but their top recommendation wasn't available to buy at the time when I read it.
I use the large plastic tray from hardware stores that's meant to fit under a washing machine to catch leaks. About 4x4', heavy duty
you must be much loved by Bastet :) thank u for helping us be better stewards of our feline friends.
My Cat uses Frisco litter box..It has high sides and low eñtry. My Cat is a Senior, and it's good for Senior cat
I keep looking for you to review the catit smartsift litter box. Could you please….thank you
Thanks!
Thank you for watching and commenting, Nancy!
What kind of litter mat would you recommend?
Hi Leslie, you can see some of our top litter mat recommendations here: allaboutcats.com/best-cat-litter-mat-reviews
@@AllAboutCatsYT Thanks!
A lot of these litter boxes look like they were made 10 years ago, come on can't they make something modern looking that doesn't cost 100 bucks
Right???? 😂
rich people
Exactly all extremely cheeply made, like who is designing these, if i was a cat i wouldnt want to go in any of them .
If you have an old dresser and some carpentry skills you can retro fit it and put open litter boxes in it. Any old cabinet like tv stands etc can work.
Best litter box in the world, a drywall mud mixing tub from Lowes. $6.88, large enough for all cats to fit properly (1.5 times the length of the cat!), and if you actually fill it, you'll never have to change out litter again. It will fit 60 pounds of clay litter (about 20 pounds of wheat litter) and all you need to do is scoop and top off. I had mine for 5 years, and only now changed it out because I switched to the wheat litter.
We have 2 of the stainless steel box with the extra high walls that is optional. The box is incredible and forever lasting. Unfortunately, one of our female cats loves to see how high she can toss litter everywhere, so unfortunately litter escapes. If they had it completely closed in, it would be a 10 out of 10. Worth the $.
ur doing gods work 😭😭
My 14.7 lbs cat uses the litter robot with only one issue, when he's done doing his business he launches himself out like a rocket. Then comes back to watch it cycle. By far the best money I ever spent in 51 years. I truly believe it has paid for itself it money saved on litter and the time I save every week!!!
this made me 🤣🤣🤣 i got a LR3 for a bday gift..and my 16lb Floof Main Coon Freddy will jump out even though i bought him the stairs..lol
Haha. My cat does the same thing.. occasionally he bats at the litter robot as it’s spinning and pauses the cycle. 😂… it’s great so far tho. Had it 2 months no issues. Super ez to change out dirty poo drawer.
That's the $500 one right??
@@hollyhart6270 yeah it starts around $500. I have the wifi enabled one. I bought it as part of a package w extra bags & a ramp , so it was just a lil more. I think I read you can buy refurbished for $100 off …
Your comment made me giggle!
Agree completely about the stainless steel choice. However, I didn't like the price. I use a buffet food tray (the technical name is Hotel Pan), and it's been great for the past year that I've had it.
Brilliant alternative
Do you have cats that pee spray, or pee upward? Was it high enough to contain that? 2 of my 5 pee up, and consequently out of the pan if not high enough. 😕
@@Yahwehbeliever
I'd say no. I have them with the high walls that are an option, and although my cats don't pee high, I can see how males could go higher than the sides. I think I've seen some just add like shower curtain type plastics around their open litter boxes. At some point maybe a company will finally give us a very high walled, stainless steel litter box.
@@flacadiabla3193 thank you! I recently saw someone who had plastic boxes & screwed plexiglass type material to the backs. I may see if I can do that with a hotel pan & attach with glued magnets.
@Cajunomics currently we have a high back/ side XL litter box. We also bought washable adult pee pads, usually for elderly or disabled adults with incontinence issues. They go under the pans. I've also lined a thick plastic along the wall behind the pans (think like a plastic table cover from the 70s). I think we got a huge roll of it from a fabric/ craft store.
what an amazing shot of you outside cleaning all the litter boxes 😆 so much went into this video!!
That’s when I hit like
Hello, I just wanted to say that I've been a subscriber and watching your videos for probably a year or so now and they have been SO informative and helpful when finding items to match my cats' quirks. Thank you so much for creating them, and for all of the work you do that goes into them and your work on All About Cats.
Thank you for the lovely comment.
@@AllAboutCatsYT I too like your videos! However I think the convenience of the Litter Robot gets overhyped and people forget that what we see in the litter box is an indicator of health. Cats hide pain and illness well, so being able to catch diarrhea, bloody stool, or urine early could save your cat's life or prevent further discomfort.
Tip for using a shifting litter box: hold both boxes together, making a separation between the two of them with your fingers, and then shake! That way there will be (almost) no scatter. The trays need to be quite light, though
Thank you for the in depth reviews, Mallory! I use pine pellets and I have two top entry boxes and a regular open one, and then I have two shifting trays for cleaning
Interesting that your cats loved the disposable litter box so much! I have to get a stainless steel litter box in the future. Also I purchase that metal litter scooper that you recommended in one of your other videos, definitely worth it!
Purchased a xl stainless steel pan because of this video. I love the box. No smell gets trapped in it. I’ve had zero issues with sticking. Cleaning is easy peasy. As soon as I set it up my cat jumped right in to use it. I won’t have to purchase a new one yearly. The only negative is when she covers her mess the claws against the pan is like nails on a chalkboard 😵💫 but I’ll never go back to a plastic box.
it's SO cute how Wessie loved the disposable box! I think my cat would do the same thing. he loves cardboard 🥰
Just wanted to say that I was previously using pine litter and found the PeeWee EcoMinor litter box works great, it was the best one I found and is made specifically for the pine litter. You don’t have to take the trays apart to do the sifting, you can just shake it a bit of run a scoop through and the sawdust just drops into the bottom section. You just scoop the poop out of like you would with a regular tray and then empty the bottom tray about every 5 days depending. It also had a removable lip to stop litter flying out when digging and I barely had and scatter. The tray it easy to clean With a hose or shower. They also make a larger size which I think is called Peewee EcoGrade, and some covered versions. Also if you end up changing the type of litter you use in the future, you can still use the tray and just remove the sifting part. (I have recently switched switched to a corn based litter as my cat seemed to be getting unhappy with the pine, I think because it’s quite chunky under the paws)
Love the jump cuts to "B-roll shots"! It really adds a bit more of your personality to it ☺️
The Litter Robot is a terrible idea!!! You can't tell if your cat is sick ie. diarrhea, has blood in their stool or urine, please scoop your box so you know if your cat needs to see a vet...
Hi! Could you do a best cat puzzles video? There are lots of really interesting ones ive seen around and I think it would make for great content. Maybe even doing 3 videos each going over the best easy, intermediate. And advanced ones
That would be really interesting
Or little treat balls, and include testing of how well they stand up to being tossed from about 3 feet up onto a wooden floor. :P . I have a cat who can open drawers and he's broken a couple that way.
Hy Mallory I was blown when I saw all of this little boxes😸😸all of those will last you all cats that you have in life 😽😽and I have the savic gizmo litter box and its great for my senior and I think that it will be great for our kitten too 😸its great and I bought it for 6.45 which is super unexpecive 😽and when are you doing litter reviuw next week 😊stay safe 💖 😻😻😻🐾
I'm surprised that the Clevercat top-entry box didn't make the list. I've had it for 11 years--it's sturdy, easy to clean, and nowhere near as fussy as the ModKat, which looks cute but also doesn't seem nearly as durable. I prefer to use the Clevercat without the lid, though I liked having the lid when the box was in my closet and I needed to keep down the smell. I suppose some would argue, why not use a regular deep plastic bin, but I don't think a Sterilite bin would hold up as well through multiple cleanings as the Clevercat has.
Depending on how many cats you have, I find that a simple sterlite tote will do just fine and very budget friendly.
I bought 2 of the primo ones so I could switch them out. Truthfully, I bought one on EBay without the lifted sides so I bought the real thing on Amazon for the walls. My cat somehow still manages to get pee out of the litter box so I’m going to switch back to an 18 gallon tote and just buy a new one periodically.
Love that I’m already using the overall best just wanted to see if I was missing out on something better. Thank you for testing stuff so I don’t have to!
Dang the cove is now 200 for the box and the walls.... wonder why their prices jumped up so much for the same box?
I’m surprised you didn’t include the Pidan igloo. Changed my life- so good at containing spray, and it’s big enough up to medium sized cats (my biggest is 15 lbs) and I think they’re coming out with an even bigger size. I have 3 types of litter boxes at mine, and I’m a clean freak. The pidan igloo is the best, and my cats prefer it to more open style ones I have- it’s always the fullest of the 4 boxes.
Did you see this video of hers: th-cam.com/video/tWk2nyHf5Us/w-d-xo.html (I think that's the litter box you mentioned)
Because the kitty sift litter box is made of cardboard it retains scent and the texture is perfect for marking.
Yeah I don't know why someone would want to try a cardboard box, that seems like a recipe for disaster
@@gracewheeler3347 Shredded in minutes
I have & 18 lb. Cat & he pees up high. Sometime he doesn’t turn around & it com out the opening. I am at a loss at what kind litter box. I use a hooded one & he likes it. But to small ! I have 2 other cats & they fit ok. I use “3” boxes. Help please ?
I don't understand why ANYONE would buy scooping litter when better options exist. It's dusty, and more work.
I think you should have mentioned that cats and humans should always use fragrance free litter because artificial fragrances are toxic and carcinogenic.
Scooping litter is such an old option that it's ridiculous really.
Plus, tell people don't leave anything in the box, Clear it daily at least. I know lots of people don't do that and just leave things in there for days. Gross!!!
I know my cat probably prefers no big clumps of litter from where he peed. Plus I don't have to scoop that every time he pees. I remove a poop as soon as there is only 1 in there and use a biodegradable poop bag, not expensive online. I use the Breeze system. I love it's ease of use.
I might soon try the pine pellets with it by exchanging the bottom for a jumbo pan for it to sit in. It will sift that way and possibly be less expensive. Plus the pine is supposedly more comfortable on their paws. The clay pellets are great but a wee bit sharp, not cutting but painful.
Can I use a cooking pot for my cat to poop in?
Come on $150 bucks for cat cat to crap in, were all being ripped off.
I just bought the naturals miracle oval hooded litter box. I also have 2 omega paw and roll boxes. The naturals miracles works really well for my cats because they like to pee on the sides of the box and it had a high back just for that reason. Also the omega paw and roll are nice because it’s easy cleanup but it has a lot of downsides for me personally. I also have 4 cats and 4 boxes they can choose from. I found that the tidy cats unscented litter with activated charcoal and adding baking soda works amazingly! Thank you for this video !
The best ones are the biggest ones
And the smallest ones are the best-kittens
Anything else is crap
The fancy ones-with the grills or any openings are the worst. Feces always get stuck there and cleaning is a nightmare
I love my iPrimio litter box. I have that one plus 2 other stainless steel litter boxes that I bought about 12 years ago that I don’t believe is made any longer. These boxes were a little smaller, no height addition and if I recall cost about $25 at the time and they have a bubble design in the outside. I wish I had the room for a litter robot.
K, now I want the best litter for automatic machines... no sticking! Easy to rake.
I see you using that huge metal scoop and think, "oh man, a litter lifter would make life so much easier." =). also, i am not sure what i think of arm & hammer slide - what's in it that makes it "slide" and is that chemical or whatever it is ok for the cat to inhale and ingest? Can the Kitty Sift be recycled? I was sad to hear that you said you can throw it in the trash --> that's one of the huge problems with cat litter disposal - it's not eco-friendly - so if the Kitty Sift can be recycled, then that's a huge plus for those of us who try to help the environment when possible. Don't you find that litter scatter has to do with 3 things: 1. litter box, 2. type of litter and 3. the cat itself? i have one that throws litter like it's confetti. i just don't see how you can evaluate litter scatter on the litter box alone? i think it's just depends on the cat with the Litter-Robot 3 - many large breeds like my cats and Maine Coons feel fine in it. As I have found, at the end of the day, it's up to the cat whether or not it's big enough, not the human - ha ha.
Hi Floppycats, we agree that it would be much more eco-friendly to recycle our Kitty Sift product. Kitty Sift is made from 100% post-consumer waste recycled cardboard, IS recyclable if clean and dry and if allowed with your local municipality. Kitty Sift is also compostable in correct conditions. Thank you!
@@kittysift6593 Compostable would be worthy of mentioning if it's not recyclable =). What are the "correct conditions"?
@@Floppycats Our Kitty Sift product is compostable if clean and dry. There are many things to consider regarding composting cat waste: ecocatlitter.com/cat-litter-composting-guide-how-to-compost-cat-litter/ here is one article regarding the correct conditions (temperature, uses in gardening, etc.). We advise to fully remove/clean cat feces from our trays before recycling or composting. We hope this helps!
@@kittysift6593 thanks for sharing =)
@@Floppycats :)
Thank you for making this video
I'm so glad!
Many years ago, we bought cement mixing tubs at Home Depot for around $7 each. They're huge, so they're great for multi-cat households. 20+ years later, and they're still going strong.
Last year you liked the black one you pick up at the beginning of the video. Miracle? Why did it not make it into the top choices?
My fav, my Kitty loves it!!! Plus I use the grass litter, the best litter!!!
@@cindyvan635 what grass litter?
@@Jacquelinesavoy Petco Carrie's So Phresh extreme clumping unscented Grass seed litter, chewy carries one, Petsmart Carrie's one also. Amazon carries a few too!!! It may seem expensive, but you use less, clumps great , and no odor!!!
I bought a storage box for 5 dollars in the dollar general and it works for all my 4 cats. And is easy to clean. And it's long and comfortable.My cats love it. No problem.
Exactly what i was thinking these cat crap boxes are way over priced.
Same
what dimensions would you say works best?
I’ve watched a few a your videos & I appreciate how in depth your reviews are thanks!
I have 2 indoor cats and what I do for smell, scatter control and easy cleaning are feeding them a raw diet, use recycled clumping paper litter with a covered jumbo catit litter box. Ive used the litter box for about 3.5 yrs now and do a total wash every 3 to 4 weeks. The box still looks new and works well.
Raw fed cats have an almost odourless poo and pee. Their stool is also firm and dry which does not stick to the litter box and almost never stain.
I have asked my vet if I could switch to a raw diet for my cat, but they’re worried she could get salmonella. What are your thoughts? Have you had any bad experience with your cat on a raw diet?
@T R wow thanks! I’ll definitely do more research but I don’t think there are any holistic vets around me. I just want what’s best for my cat. She turned one years old back in June. Also, if you don’t mind me asking, what litter box do you use? I have a plastic litter box that she is growing out of and need to buy a new one but can’t find a good metal one that will fit the section her litter box is in. Can you send me the link where you got yours if you have it please. Thank you!
breeze litter box by tidy cats, has a hood and a filter to change for urine control and pellets you would scoop out the clumps.
Making a cat toilet out of a cardbord box was brilliant.
I don’t like scoops. Get a manuel sifting high side box and save time.
I bought the Tuft and Paw. Love it.
Have you tested the Leo's Loo? Heard good things about it, it's an automatic litter box. Love the reviews.
Working on it!
This is very helpful.
My fiance and I have cats, and we absolutely LOVE the Litter Robot. We tried the Cat Toilet, and that was okay in the beginning, but the creators didn't think about if cats get diarrhea, and that gets messy. So we cleaned it and returned it.
It's Not good for Senior Cats. They to be able to in and out.
I’m wondering how much did they pay you to give those open boxes a good review? And the only closed litter box you selected was clear which to me is ridiculous. Why would anyone want to see their cat take a dump? That’s like me want to see my girlfriend take a dump. Makes no sense and all the ones I like were not part of your review hmmmm.
Perhaps those are your preference, but open litter boxes are known to be more cat-appropriate. All of these products were purchased independently, and I was not paid by any of these companies to include their litter boxes.
Why oh why won't companies make litterboxes with HIGH ENOUGH sides to accommodate larger cats and high pee-ers. That way owners don't have to rig them from storage containers with annoying indentations and protrusions which make them hard to scoop cleanly. At least 8 years ago, for a brief period, Target stores sold a nice smooth sided, rounded corner box with 16" tall sides, and an optional flat clear lid that sat nicely in an indentation surrounding the top of the box. But they stopped selling them, even though it seemed to me that they were so popular they couldn't keep them in stock. I managed to collect 4 and they have held up well all these years. If there is pee on the back wall of the box, I simply swipe with a cleaning wipe. And since the body is taller and one piece, its easy to tilt the box for efficient scooping. Before Target's model, I had tried boxes with added height in the lid, but for me, that style is not as efficient to clean, and some would catch pee and hold odor in the lid channel. Hoping you have some influence with manufacturers and that you can make this suggestion to them.
I bought your recommended Catit and it so terrible! Flimsy plastic, it's hard to line up the rim and the bottom wobbles! I am really disappointed.
Yikes, sorry to hear that. I have it in my studio right now, and I can see what you're saying about the flimsy plastic and difficulty lining up the rim. The other top picks are definitely more rugged. Thanks for sharing your feedback, and I hope you're able to make the most of this situation.
$149 for a stainless steel box? that’s like an anniversary type of cost gift? * takes out notepad and makes a note to purchase as soon as I get a cat and wife and a reminder to not watch anything to do with litter boxes before breakfast again even though it’s super exciting*
Hi. Do you like your litter robot? How expensive is the monthly maintenance. I have 2 cats and I am REALLY struggling with what litter system to settle on. As well as what litter to use to not break the bank. Thanks 😃
wow i wish #1 was still $44. its $80 on amazon now 😭
Another option is a large Rubbermade container, if you prefer you can cut an opening in the lid, or leave open. It is not suitable for cats with limited mobility, but large young cats seem to like, and there is great scatter control.
Thanks for the video info. I am frustrated buying litter boxes (some are too small, too expensive, ineffective, etc). and this info helped.
As far as sites dealing with living with a cat, All About Cats/Mallory is THE best place to go. Good, solid, well presented information. You rock Mallory!!
A Tesla brand liter box. Cats in space. That will be the day.
Excellent and very thorough video. Thank you.
Thank you! My hubby and I are getting our first cat and your channel is giving great advice!
Try The grass litter it's the best!!!
Hi Mallory, thanks for the great review. I'm thinking of switching from the big plastic hooded litter boxes to the stainless steel ones. Unfortunately, one of my cats pees very high against the wall and I'm concerned that 8" height might be a little small, what are your experiences there? And would my steel scoop scratch the stainless steel, i.e. would I need a plastic scoop again? Thank you, Greetings from Germany, Tobi
Hi there! Yes, the sides are a bit short. iPrimio does offer an additional shield that you can buy on the side, but other than that, you will likely find that your cat can go over the edge. A plastic scoop may be more compatible with the surface, especially if you get the coated interior. I really like the Litter-Lifter with mine.
@@AllAboutCatsYT thank you 🙏
I saved myself some money by buying those large 66 QT Sterilite container storage boxes for my litter boxes. My cats use them all the time, and I have no problem with my cats peeing over the sides of the boxes. The sides are tall, so that keeps them from over shooting the boxes. They are fairly easy to clean, and are pretty sturdy too. I bought them at Walmart, and they only cost $7.98 each. I have very little litter scattering too. Not much litter falls out of the boxes due to the sides being tall. 😊 That cardboard sifting litter box seems like a waste of money to me. 🙁Despite it is made of cardboard, and will decompose quicker, it doesn't seem very durable to me, and also you have to throw it away after several uses. I've had my litter boxes for a few years now, and so far they haven't fallen apart. And so far, my cats are not allergic to the plastic containers. They definitely work for me! 🙂
Thanks for doing these! All the litter-related videos are really helpful as it can trigger a lot of problems if cats are not comfortable using them. I see many surrendered cats at shelters from not using their litter box. There’s always a solution after a bit of research. And this channel definitely helps.
Holy cow, that's a lot of work, Mallory! Thank you for this review!
The omega paw easy fill n roll is by far the best litter box we’ve ever had. Having 4 cats, it starts to really be a pain to scoop everything 2 times a day. With the omega paw roll litter box you just roll it upside down and all the waste and clumps go inside a skinny pull out drawer which also conveniently fits right into any bag even if it’s a very small poop bag made for dogs. It takes literally 10 seconds to do. Sometimes there will still be some stuff in the main litter if it is more fresh pee or poop that isn’t clumped up all the way yet but then you just scoop that one piece out or just roll it one more time. We have two of these in our house and it has made cleaning and emptying the waste in the litter box a breeze. I highly recommend this litter box! It’s basically a simpler more affordable take on the automatic cleaning litter boxes but those can be too engineered and complicated and malfunction or cats won’t feel comfortable in them and be scared of them and not go to the bathroom as often as they should. This one takes any electronics out of the equation. Also it’s very light even with the litter filled to the max line and it’s super easy to roll since they rounded the edges where you are supposed to roll it upside down. No point in getting these old design litter boxes that you have to scoop and shovel and dig and empty and do that numerous times just to clean one litter box one time. It’s also pretty affordable, got ours for 60 bucks each on Amazon. There’s different sizes but we got the large size.
I have just got a Catit smartrsift box which is like an enclosed sifter box with a manual external handle for the sifting. I am using a clay litter at the moment, do you think I could use pine pellets with it too? I like that because its manual you can vary the sifting speed and give it a little extra shake if needed. My cat doesn't cover up that well so I remove solids with a poop bag and just let it sift clumps. Love your videos, you are so easy to listen to and very to the point. Hope to see lots more!
Hey Julie, I would only recommend using the SmartSift with clumping cat litter.
@@AllAboutCatsYT Thanks Mallory, I have tried Dr Elseys and its fantastic 👏 but very expensive so I have found a product from a supermarket we have here called Tesco that looks exactly the same but only costs £4 instead of £14 for 8kg. I will let you know how it goes. Have you ever tried stores own brands in the US?
Can you do a review on the PETKIT Pura X Self-Cleaning Cat Litter Box in the future?
Thanks for the info. On litter boxes. Could you do a review on best cat food & water bowls. ?
I never thought to use pine with a sifting box. Good clumping litter with a good stainless steel sifting scoop as backup for sticking seems most obvious. I have a covered sifting box with a door but I also don't have a 10lb cat. She's only maybe 6 or 7 lbs. Once she realized she wasn't stuck inside the box after the door closed she had no trouble.
The stainless box is worth the price since it will last forever. When I tested my cats with a choice of tall and strange shaped boxes they always chose the traditional low profile thin edge boxes
man I miss having toilet trained cats (as in trained to use the human toilet) they're old and intolerant to jump up and use it now... and here I am reviewing litter boxes
Amazed you do not mention the self scooping litter box that my kitty and I use. I am nearly 84 and cannot get on floor to scoop or clean and the raking after he uses it has been a good answer for me.
the definition of going the extra mile, thanks for the review!
I use a bloody big plastic storage box, no lid. Cheap as in £4 !and easy to clean, great scatter control as its tall, also stops the tall pee ers peeing over the top. Wood chip pellets don't smell and are biodegradable. I have 8 inside cats so feel, after many years, I've got it right!!!
Thanks for the no fluff presentation. All info was super helpful. Lots of work - much appreciated! :)
New subscriber here, I love your 🐈 TH-cam channel.
All litter boxes made are not ideal for cats. They’re not large enough, closed off, and made for looks/to hide instead of for the best interest of the cat. Buy a large storage bin that is see through. Buy an unscented clumping litter. And you’re good. Your cats will thank you.
Please speak up. It's hard to hear/understand you.
I'm sorry; I had consistently low volume from the old microphone on these videos. If you turn up the volume, please remember to turn it back down before watching the newer ones. Thank you for the advice.
meh, i would go with the 'So Phresh Grey King-Size Compartment Cat Litter Pan'. the largest i've seen with high sides.
Another new automated litter box that is in the style of litter-robot to review is the Leo's Loo, which is sold at Chewy.
Thanks for letting us know about it! We'll consider reviewing it.
Yes! Love your vids
I have the high sided Nature's Miracle box. I like it because it seems nice and big and easy for him to step into and he also can't kick litter over the sides. I really like the idea of a stainless steel one too. Thank you for all your research and testing for this video!!
Hello I have the frisco litter box that I got from Petco and it works really good but I think I want to try that stainless steel litter box that you mentioned since I'm in a smaller apartment I need to control the odor as much as possible thanks again
I agree 100% on metal litter boxes; don't accumulate odor, I can get one big enough for my big girl so she doesn't miss cause of no room to maneuver. Cleans like a dream. And just look for hotel hot table stainless steel pans. Same thing and usually cheaper.
Im gonna by a cheep giant baking pan...all this cat stuff so overpriced, being a new cat owner, dag this costing me more than 2 dogs.
Loved you video, I got the catit box, would never have heard of it, if it for you. It cost $29.99 now but worth it.
the modkat tray litter box is similar to the tuft and paw! and only 35$ plus I love the liners of modkat , makes it easier to clean. I wash them in the wash machine on delicate
Good suggestions!
you're so pretty.
I'd be interested to see if you ever review the Catit jumbo magic blue litter box. Haven't found very in depth reviews about it but it seems like something that could be good.
Hi Angela, good suggestion! We'll consider it.
I have read about the Pura X self-cleaning litter box. Have you ever tried it? How would you rate it compared to the Litter Robot 3 Connect? I’m thinking of buying one for my cats but I’m still unsure as to which one would be the best investment since it’s quite the investment.
couldnt u spray it with spam ? first on the stainless steel pot !
You could, yes!
Great video. I have a quick question if you could help please or if anyone can help!!!?
My kitten is around 4.5months old. He is very good at using his litter box but once he has been I've been wiping his bottom as I've noticed he doesn't always groom himself after and if he does a number 2 sometimes there is some residue (not always and not much) and also sometimes when he does a pee he gets his wee sometimes near his ball area.:-( i love him but it does stress me out as I have to always keep an eye and when I'm back to work I certainly won't be able to keep this up. Anything I can do?
Is the stainless steel litter box a good option for a kitten? Just thinking as a kitten is small?
No body is asking about her skincare routine. 🤷♀️