ScoopFree Self-Cleaning Litter Box with ScoopFree Litter Tray
The ScoopFree Self-Cleaning Litter Box with ScoopFree Litter Tray is a great solution for any cat owner who is tired of having to deal with the hassle, inconvenience, and odor related to picking up after your cat.
The unit, along with the ScoopFree Litter Tray, is simple in design and easy to use. The process goes like this: your cat uses the ScoopFree Litter Box, releasing liquid or solid waste. The blue crystals in the ScoopFree Litter Tray absorb the urine, and the urine is contained within a plastic lining that creates a barrier to help protect against leakage.
For solid waste, sensors within the ScoopFree note when your cat leaves the box. 20 minutes later, a rake automatically sweeps waste into a covered compartment, thereby eliminating any need to hand rake the waste. When you’re ready to dispose of the waste, you simply remove and throw away the tray, replacing it with a fresh one. They recommend doing so roughly every 20-30 days for one cat, every 10-15 days for 2 cats, every 7-10 days for 3 cats. You might consider using more than one box if you have 3 or more cats.
The sensor in the ScoopFree Self-Cleaning Litter Box, along with the ScoopFree Litter Tray is designed to be smart — the 20-minute rake timer will automatically reset if your cat re-enters the box within that time frame. If that happens, the timer starts over.
Odor Control in the ScoopFree Self-Cleaning Litter Box and ScoopFree Litter Tray
As far as odor control, the Premium Blue Crystals in the ScoopFree Litter Tray are said to stop odors up to five times better than clay and clumping litter. They absorb liquid waste on contact and dry solid waste to reduce odor.
The compartment that covers the raked waste traps odor and allows the litter to stay free of odors. Compared to clumping litter, the Crystal litter in the ScoopFree gets tracked on the floor less often, is 99% dust-free, and requires 5-10 times less than clay and clumping litter, making it more sustainable and eco-friendly.
Safety in the ScoopFree Self-Cleaning Litter Box and ScoopFree Litter Tray
As far as safety, ScoopFree’s producer — Brilliant Pet — have put in some extra thought and effort to make sure your pet is kept safe. The rake’s tines feature rounded loops at the ends to make sure that no harm comes to your cat. As well, Brilliant Pet tested the ScoopFree unit in their lab through 100,000 cycles, and all without failure or jamming.
The company also goes to great lengths to stand behind the product; they offer 90-day money-back guarantee with prepaid shipping if you have to return it, as well as a one-year limited product warranty with prepaid shipping in case of return.
As far as size, the unit’s exterior dimensions are 7″ high, 19″ wide, and roughly 27.5″ long. The litter area is a 14-by-14″ square. Plenty of room for average cats.
Consumer Reviews and Reactions to the ScoopFree Self-Cleaning Litter Box and ScoopFree Litter Tray
Reviews and reactions to the ScoopFree have been generally very positive. At the time of this writing, it’s a best seller on Amazon. Some users of the The ScoopFree Self-Cleaning Litter Box have mentioned that for larger cats that leave more solid waste, you have to change the ScoopFree Litter Tray more frequently than is recommended, as well as some complaints that the rake doesn’t always stay waste-free and some manual cleanup is necessary.
However, most reviews are glowingly positive and even rank the ScoopFree over its competition, saying it’s quieter and more efficient. Overall, the ScoopFree Self-Cleaning Litter Box and ScoopFree Litter Tray is a great solution for cat owners looking to take some hassle out of caring for their pet.