Automatic litter boxes can reduce the daily work of caring for a cat by detecting when the animal leaves, separating waste from clean litter, and collecting the waste in a drawer. After testing more than 20 models, the reviewer says Petkit’s machines are among the favorites. Several Petkit litter boxes are currently discounted at Shop.com, with some prices reduced by $100—roughly comparable to typical Black Friday discounts. Petkit feeders and water fountains are also on sale.
Petkit Purobot Max Pro 2
The Petkit Purobot Max Pro 2 is described as the best overall automatic litter box, combining premium features with a comparatively low premium price. It has a wide-angle 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 opening and litter area are larger than those on earlier versions, making the model suitable for larger cats. Its waste container can hold up to 17 days of waste, and the machine uses a self-sealing bag for disposal. The price is listed as $500 at Shop, reduced from $600.
The built-in camera records video of cats and the waste being scooped. The app tracks usage and weight changes, although the reviewer says cats became confused by the app once the free Care+ subscription ended. The camera cannot be repositioned.
Petkit Purobot Max 3
The Purobot Max 3 is positioned as the best automatic litter box for most people. The reviewer tested it last month and says it will be selected for that category in future buying guides. The machine is described as reliable and hygienic, with a connected app for monitoring usage, tracking health trends, adjusting cleaning settings, and receiving reminders to clean the unit or empty its waste bag.
The price is $370 at Amazon, reduced from $430. It is also listed at Shop for $400, reduced from $500. The reviewer’s link for the Purobot Max 3 points to the Shop listing.
Petkit Purobot Ultra
The Purobot Ultra has a pet camera built into its rotating arm, allowing owners to monitor activity and view footage both inside and outside the litter box. The reviewer describes it as, to their knowledge, the first widely available automatic litter box with this design.
Unlike the Max Pro 2, the Ultra does not automatically label bathroom visits. Owners can review and label activity data themselves, which may be useful when monitoring cats with health problems. The model is listed at $800 at Shop, reduced from $900. Its drawbacks include a large, heavy footprint, a cramped opening caused by the arm, and a high price.
Petkit feeders and fountains on sale
Eversweet Max
The Eversweet Max pet fountain has a hygienic stainless-steel basin, can operate without a power cord after charging its battery, and connects to an app for monitoring water levels and usage. It is listed at $76 at both Shop and Amazon, down from $90.
Eversweet 3 Pro
The Eversweet 3 Pro uses a built-in UV light to help sterilize the water by removing potentially harmful bacteria. It also offers a connected app and a wireless pump, but it is made of plastic and lacks a window for easily checking the water level. The price is $66 at Shop, reduced from $80, or $70 at Amazon.
More options are included in WIRED’s guide to the best cat fountains.
YumShare Dual Hopper 2 Automatic Feeder With Camera
The YumShare Dual Hopper 2 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. It connects to an app for remote monitoring. Some features require a membership plan, and the app is described as less user-friendly than some competing options.
The feeder costs $146 at Shop and Amazon, reduced from $170 and $180, respectively. It is included among the best automatic cat feeders.
Additional discounts are available through the Petkit Shop storefront, including offers on bundles, accessories, replacement parts, and other pet technology.
Source: www.wired.com
