Why it matters
The M5's 16.5 x 16.5 in entrance is among the widest here, and the open top avoids the closed-in feel of a hood. Four weight sensors and three infrared detectors stop the cycle at the first sign of a cat.
Waste seals into a 15 L compartment for multi-day use. A washable, reusable liner and leak-proof edges cut spills, and the 2.4 GHz app runs auto-cleaning, one-tap emptying and full-bin alerts.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Good fit if
- Budget buyers
- Cats that avoid hoods
- Owners away a few days
Look elsewhere if
- Homes without a level spot near an outlet
- Cats that are afraid of moving parts
- Kittens under the maker's minimum weight
Pros and cons
Pros
- 15 L bin
- Wide entrance
- Reusable liner
Cons
- Weight range not stated
- 2.4 GHz only
- Cat count not stated
Limitations to weigh
- Set it on a hard, level floor near an outlet. Weight sensors read wrong on carpet or uneven tile, which can stop or trigger cycles.
- Automatic cycling has a minimum cat weight; keep automatic mode off for kittens under it and run cleans manually.
- Empty the waste bin before it's full and keep spare bags; an overfull bin is the most common cause of a stalled cycle.
- Running costs come from the bags, liners, filters and litter the maker specifies. The compatibility checker lists refills that state they fit.
Specifications
Every figure below comes from the source shown in brackets. Where the maker doesn't state something, we say so instead of estimating.
| Material | Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions (seller) | 23"L x 22"W x 22"H | Retailer |
| Product weight | 24 pounds | Retailer |
| In the pack | 1 Count | Retailer |
| Features (seller) | Automatic Litter Box, Litter Box, Self Cleaning Litter Box | Retailer |
| In the box | LITTER BOX | Retailer |
| Model number | M5 | Retailer |
| Waste bin | 15l | Retailer |
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Final verdict
Good value for an open-top box; confirm fit for large cats.
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