2 cats, 3 litter boxes. It’s always been the most irritating task as we all know, and there’s been no way around it for maximum cat health and happiness. Additionally, as I live on the second floor in a relatively small apartment, the cats 1) can’t go outside 2) the amount of floor space that 3 decently-sized litter boxes take up is ludicrous.

So, after reading multiple reviews, comparing multiple models, and waiting for 2 years to decide whether it was worth the pricey gamble, I finally went for it.

TLDR? LIFE IS GOOD.

First off, the communication and service from cat evolution was excellent. I don’t have any difficulties or technical issues but feel very reassured that if I do, they’ll help me sort it out.

Long explanation of my setup and usage, for those who are debating it:

1. It definitely is big - and because it has to be plugged in (duh, I know, but my apartment has very inconveniently located outlets) definitely grab a measuring stick and some painter’s tape so you can map out where you might want it. Even better, go to your local woolies or bottlo and grab a few cardboard boxes, because it’s more the height (volume) of it as far as the size goes that “feels” big. (It’s about…knee height on me?) That being said, it’s obviously still *significantly* less space consuming than 3 separate litter boxes, and 500% tidier, and 10000% less work.

2. Setup: Easy enough. Slightly perplexing when adding on the litter hopper initially - the Whisker app asks you whether you purchased them “together or separately” — but it doesn’t matter?? So ok…you have to disassemble the ‘hood’ and put on the litter hopper-compatible hood, and my single and only complaint about the machine re: quality is that slotting the hood onto the front piece isn’t as slick or perfect of a fit as I would expect. I was quite worried for awhile because the instructions and videos, while explaining well what to do, also bang on about how (understandably) it won’t work if they’re not clicked in properly, because the barrel wouldn’t rotate. However, when I finally got it as good as I could, it’s working fine - it’s really just that the quality of the plastic, if it were slightly thicker or a bit more rigid, would make that easier and better.

3. Introducing cats: Cat 1 is very gregarious and easygoing, Cat 2 is skittish and very wary (both rescues, but she was much more feral). So I focussed on Cat 1 first, so that she would see him using it and also to start getting smells in. I note the companies emphasize you shouldn’t “force” your cats in (obviously); but if you know your cats, I found there’s a way to get them in without traumatising them. At first I picked up Cat 1 and played with him, then just carried him to the robot entrance and squatted down with him on my lap, so that he could naturally step into it. First go he walked in, turned around, and I let him immediately walk out. We did this 2-3 times - never forced him in, and always let him immediately walk out. On the fourth go he had a little pee and I stopped worrying!

I did the same thing with Cat 2, who jumped out much faster. However, I noticed something that I was sure would be an obstacle - she’s quite a small cat, and the Robot entrance sits somewhat surprisingly high off the ground. She doesn’t like jumping; even getting on to the couch she doesn’t jump but claws her way up, so I felt this was going to be a big impediment. So I knocked together a little ramp out of scrap wood, tacked some carpet onto it to entice them further (they like scratching it), and continued once or twice a day to gently carry her to it, let her walk in (once the ramp was there) and walk out. A very long and anxious ($$$$ worries!) 4 days, she finally had a little pee after I placed her in it!

Then, over the next 3 days, as recommended, I continued to a) let the current litter boxes remain uncleaned, and then b) gradually remove them, one litter box at a time (but only after Cat 2 had had a successful pee).

We are now in week 2, and both cats are regularly using it; no other litter boxes remain, and we’ve had no accidents! Cat 2 walks delicately up her ramp and I’m very sure that was a big part of it.

4. I recently started using FitLitter, and *love* it, so figured I’d give it a try in the Robot (the cats love it too). On the US/UK website it does actually say you can use crystal-style litter but that it will likely require more regular cleaning of the filters, etc. So far, so good. I definitely think a clay/clumping litter would be better, because an unnecessary amount of ‘clean’ crystals get dumped into the garbage when the Robot cleans; but so far I just do a little extra sifting before I toss out the waste - sadly this will probably mean eventually I’ll switch back to clay (only sadly because FitLitter is a great company).

5. THE HOUSE IS SO CLEAN. THE HOUSE SMELLS OF…nothing. I am both incredibly relieved after the huge expense and equally happy! The ti...

We bought our Russian Blue kitten, Rasmus, one of the very first Litter Robots to be sold in Australia. That was almost 11 years ago now. Whilst this Open Air robot
is still working, we decided it was
time to upgrade to the new Litter Robot 4 for Rasmus's 11th birthday this July. What we love most is the
wide opening for our 6.8 kg boy. Plenty of room for him to turn
around inside. The other pros are the very quiet cycling; the ease of
operation; the Whiska app; and deep
litter drawer. After a week of use
we have detected no odour at all.
Rasmus transitioned from his old
robot to the new one without any fuss. So happy with this purchase.
Looking forward to trying the
Litter Hopper when it becomes available. Thank-you once again to
Mary and the team at Cat Evolution.
We know that you are always there for us should we ever need you.

I dont own the robot litter but i still use this litter!

This litter is amazing and so affordable compared to other similar cat litter. This litter works so well in our plastic litters and even better in the stainless still ones. Shipping is cheap and it clumps there pee in one big ball so its so easier to scoop. :) trust me its so worth your money! It does become dusty but i think thats because we just top up not fully remove the old litter and add a fresh bag of litter.

I bought the large tunnel in grey and it has been a great addition. Super happy with the quality. My darling girl uses it for play and for snuggling when it’s nap time. The V shape is particularly great for snuggling and snoozing. Love it!!!

Love love love the litter robot 3 . After nearly 2 weeks tilly, mishka live it sit there watching it clean as it goes around. Stairs are great as tilly has 3 legs easier for her to use. $$ worth spent. Highly recommend

Why are these so expensive , the US shop they are 15.00
Or 21.50AUS
I’d love to buy them but for only 30 wipes

Never knew how much time I was spending scooping until this came along. All my cats got used to it, one still prefers a regular box but overall a great experience. I have a ring camera set up to spy on them! Even one of my bengals who I was certain would despite it sneaks in there. For extra large cats such as Maine Coons, keep in mind there isn’t a huge amount of internal space so they’ll balance on the globe - one of mine stumbles a bit, so you may want to get the stairs or add a platform at the front. My cats personally refuse to use the stairs I bought, but it was worth a try - they’re only slightly textured so can be a little smooth, I may add some texture/grip to them to see if it helps.
Overall one of the best purchases I’ve made over the last few years - and of course Mary is incredible and a wealth of knowledge. Couldn’t recommend cat revolution more.
The only issue I’ve had is I now want a second for the upper level of my house. Pictured is my larger Maine coon boy who had a little trouble getting comfy inside it due to size.

Love it. My 8-week-old kitten took to it straight away—no hesitation. My 11-year-old cat needed the ladder attachment to get comfortable, but it did the trick.

Initially used Freshco litter but switched to Catsan from Woolies—huge difference. It’s performing much better now, and no blockages in the hopper (definitely worth getting).

One happy cat dad.

I’ve had the litter robot 3 for about 4 years and it has been great but the new version is soooo much better!
I read reviews on it being quiet and it really is. You can barely hear it when you’re out of the room.
Easy access for the cats to get in and out of.
It comes with 3 liners which it would have been nice to have a roll included.

I'm almost 2 weeks in, and according to the Litter Robot app I have saved myself 45 litter box scoops. The days of stinky, relentless litter box duty are over and now I sit back, relax and know that all is ticking along nicely. The Litter Robot 4 app alerts me every time a clean cycle has been initiated and then completed. I am alerted every time a top up is required, and I am yet to have to change the tray but i'm oddly looking forward to it. The unit is 50% full, so my indoor cat's usage will give me about 3 weeks of scoop-free bliss. Such a fan. This is an appliance I cannot live without. Quality of life has increased significantly since this treasure arrived.

I’m so glad I pulled the trigger and bought this, even if the AUD price could make you cry. I currently have 7 cats in my house (some are mine and the rest are emergency fosters) and I was totally unable to keep up with manual scooping. Within about 4 days all 7 cats including three kittens (heavy enough to be allowed in) were comfortable using the LR. They all think it’s wonderful to have such clean litter all the time. I got the hopper too and that was money well spent, with so many cats it does need litter added regularly and the hopper is a life saver. The smell is kept at a minimum and for the first time ever I’m not bent over a dirty litter box 3 times a day! I wish I’d bought one years ago!

This is now the 3rd automatic litter I've tried. I've tried cat genie and pet marvel. I was deterred by price of LR4 but after my second automatic litter being very smelly I decided I needed to see the difference and try LR4. It was very easy to set up. The app is amazing. I can't smell anything even if I put my nose right near the box. My cats took to it instantly.

The waste draw detector seems to not always be accurate but to be honest doesn't bother me I'm happy to just empty every 3 days.

It's very quiet too.

I have two cats and definitely recommend its really eliminated smells completely.

We purchased a Litter Robot II nearly 5 years ago and our cat family has grown, so we thought it was time to get another one. They are the best when it comes to containing odours and limiting the mess. I highly recommend spending the money on your cats and buying them the best automated Litter on the market.

My girl is getting old and creaky and was having some problems getting into the robot..sometimes pooping on the mat in front of it because it was too much effort to climb up the step.
I decided to get the ramp to see if it would help her.
It has made it much easier for her to get in and out.
My boy hates new things..so he just jumps over it hah.
The only dislike I have about it is that there is no grip on the surface of it and it is slippery, particularly if kitty has long toe feathers like my girl does in between grooms.
I solved the problem by cutting some anti slip kitchen mats to fit each step, and it works perfectly to give that bit of grip and stability.

Our two cats have only used the LR4 for exactly a week now so this is literally an early review.
Wanting to test it's ability in odour control and the drawer capacity I haven't cleaned it yet. Drawer up to ~70% and no smell at all.
Transition was very easy. From an open tray with crystal litter strsight to clumping clay in LR4. I just threw a 💩 from their tray into the robot and kept it off for the first night. I removed the old litter tray after 3 days.
The two cats are an average sized female (4.6 kg) and a long large male (7kg) aged 1.5 years old with no health issues. Both fit comfortably in the robot.
They're only indoor cats and have a diet mainly of dry quality food and half a serve of wet food.
There is an increase in tracking but I'm going to test other brands of clay in the future. Not such a big deal though.
Setting it up and connecting it was very easy.
Finally no more scooping and I can enjoy my morning coffee without the 💩 smell all over the house.