PETKIT PURA MAX 2 Self Cleaning Cat Litter Tray, App Control Automatic Cat Litter Tray for Multi-Cats, Extra-Large, Advanced Odour Control, Smart Robot Litter Box with Mat and Liners

I don’t generally write reviews but in the case of the PETKIT PURA MAX 2 I felt I had to review. This auto cat litter box has been a game changer for me. I have two Scottish fold indoor cats – they are actually my daughters but she is at university. I have a caravan and a girlfriend in Germany. As a result, I like to go away on frequent short breaks and long weekends. I don’t want to put the cats in the cattery as they are indoor cats, and it freaks them out. Feeding is not an issue as they generally have high quality dry food and water is also not an issue. The problem was the litter tray ! I cleaned the tray one or twice a day so going away was an issue. The tray was also a bit ….. well smelly and I was always concerned about the potential smell with having visitors. This auto cleaning litter box has solved all my issues. Although I wouldn’t leave them for a week the box copes with two cats for a week no problem before the bag needs a change. I am using Amazon ultra clumping litter and that also lasts at lease a week without topping up. The box itself stays amazingly clean. I just spray the inside with surface cleaner once and week and wipe it out. The unexpected bonus is the smell issue seems to have been eliminated. They use the box and within a minute it has completed it’s cleaning cycle and the waste is in the bag, in the box with the lid closed. The phone app is really good and is totally stable with lots of settings although I found I left most at the default state. The box correctly identifies each of my cats and provides lots of data on usage. If you are in a position where you need to travel and need a bit of freedom or you just don’t want to be scooping cat waste every day get one of these units – yes, it is expensive but worth every penny. I think it will pay for itself in saved litter and home visit cat sitters in less than a year.

I absolutely love this automatic litter box, it really hurts your back cleaning out a normal litter tray so to then purchase this one - I was blown away tbf. I have two cats (one large and one small) and our boy took to it straight away and the girl cat was a little weary for the first day or two but all is good, our boy cat is fascinated when the box cleans itself and he just sits and watches it go round. Its a good size box and there are no odours at all, I use corn clumping cat litter and it works superbly. It was easy to set up and has changed our lives to be honest, no more smells and scooping - it just gives you extra time not having to see to it all the time and be embarrassed when people came to visit because of the smell. I changed the waste compartment after about a week for two cats using it and our boy is like a cart horse, he is in and out of there all the time so not bad. You just open the compartment pull out the bag and pull the ties to seal the bag and throw it in the bin - just so easy. At the time of purchase it cost £499.00 so it does cost to buy the machine but you will get that back when you buy cat litter because you use less litter so will save money throughout the year. Deffo value for money, happy cats = happy owners. 10/10

We've had this for about 3 months now. Have found it to be good quality in build, ease of use and ease of cleaning. Have had no leaks and our 8 month old has no issues using it (apart from not liking the flap) The bad parts. It is expensive and quite large. I think the app could use some more features. For example, you can reset the the odor eliminator as a reminder when it needs changing but after emptying the waste, it constantly states its still full when its not. Sometimes it can take hours before it figures it out, even after removing and putting the tray back and ensure the bag is set properly. Its annoying. The waste container mounts up quickly and does not level, so it'll say the containers full but theres still plenty of room. So it says average solo cat 14-15 days, but for out 1 kitten it "fills" in about 4-5 days. Also, it has inbuilt scales, but they are way off. After believe my kitten was underweight, we took her to the vets and found she was a kilo over what the scales showed. Even after changing her weight in the app, the scales still show her a kilo less. Not end of the world, but if you have the feature, you expect it to work. Overall I still think its worth it, but the additional (bags, odor eliminators, added litter, deodoriser spray etc) they're not cheap.

We waited a while to review this item to give the best information. We absolutely LOVE this machine. NO it’s not perfect, but nothing is. It’s a lot bigger than we expected, even though the sizes are correct, it just feels like a massive item. Because of the round shape it took us a while to find a good place, but it’s not a bothersome view. Our kitten got used to it very quickly (on the kitten mode!) and since she’s still small we do the manual clean instead of automatic (kitten mode simply turns off the auto clean). We tested the sensors when cleaning and they do react quickly, even though our cat is “too small”, so we feel it’s very trustworthy. Filling, cleaning and maintaining is very easy. Yes it is a bit of work when you take the whole thing apart and clean it all, and yes it gets dirty after a while. But it is nothing compared to a normal cat litter box. It’s super convenient and easy to use, the app is easy and useful, plus the smell is a massive improvement. Sometimes it doesn’t clean it all out and some clutter sticks on the side, but usually it sorts itself in the next turn. We did learn that it works best with the litter & odor eliminator from the same brand and changed monthly (maybe 5-6 weeks depending on use) to keep the nice smell. (Our kitten had to get used to the litter slowly, it smells really nice and she wasn’t sure whether to eat it or use it as her toilet). The bin bags could be changed to another brand, we prefer the originals too, but others might be cheaper. We do not use the parfum addition, it’s unnecessary. We find it worth the money for sure! Even though it is a bit expensive, it’s definitely worth the convenience and improvement on smell in the house. We’re very happy with it and would definitely recommend it!

I don't usually write reviews and I only did it for this one because it is an incredible product and a true game changer that deserves to be known as we are being underserved by the current competition. Introduction Let me first start saying that prior to this unit I had the Litter-Robot 3 (LR) Connect by Whisker for almost 2 months so I had ample time to understand what I think makes a successful and great automatic self-cleaning litter box: design, cleaning mechanism, cat sensor, noise, odour control, litter types, app connectivity, reliability, customer service and price. What you get: - The PURA MAX - A full set of waste liners - Deodorizer system with 2 bottles - Anti tracking matt - Some cute stickers Design It feels like a futuristic product and something you would expect if you are paying circa £600 for it. It is only available in white however I feel it is a neutral color that goes well with any room. It has a mini OLED screen that tells you relevant information on the current status such as a countdown to when the PURA MAX (PM) will start cleaning itself, that’s weight or whether it has stopped. This is again better than 4 buttons only system of the LR where you literally need to have to learn what color (red, blue, yellow) means from the 4 buttons (power, cycle, empty, reset) and all the different combinations (holding two buttons longer, shorter, etc) It is also easy to assemble and disassemble (the glover, waste area or other parts) should you wish to perform a deep cleaning. I like the fact that the included charger is a braided cable instead of a flimsy one like the Litter-Robot 3 Connect. In terms of performing a deep cleaning, I think PM would be easier as the unit and the glove are lighter and litter wouldn’t be in place it shouldn’t due to a superior sealing. Overall, the size and dimensions are slightly smaller than the LR and space wise (entrance and interior space) similar to the LR or just slightly less. Cleaning mechanism This is the biggest different compared to LR and why I think PM is a clear winner. LR moves like a clock, clockwise (cleaning cycle) and counter clockwise (emptying). When cleaning it, it will move clockwise and litter and clumps will meet first the sieve/strainer pouch which it will let the unused clumping litter to be stored. Then it will reach a hole in the globe which will then allow the clumps to drop into the waste container. After that it will shift counter clockwise to return the litter to where it is. The bottom side of the globe is made of a type of rubber that should be anti-scratches however I can see that it was easily damaged as cats bury their droppings. My main issues with this mechanism is that: 1. The entrance to the LR is always exposed so cats can easily go in and out when it’s actually moving. This shouldn’t be happening if the sensor is active however I felt it was not always good at sensing them as it’s mainly through weight and the cat is already in. It took my cat almost 2 weeks to get used to it and a lot of trial and error. Not an easy transition from your traditional litter box. 2. Clumps will often times get stuck to the rubber bottom (regardless of whether it’s clumping or not clumping ones) it will not slide into the waste container. The worst is when the globe is cycling and the clumps are still on top and they fall either on your cat or inside the globe but then breaking the clumps into crumbles and getting mixed with the unused litter. 3. It is not entirely sealed so often times there would be litter outside the globe, at the entrance of the waste container, in the base, etc. 4. It actually takes 2 minutes and 30 seconds for a full cleaning, a rather long waiting time. PR solves this issue the following way: 1. Instead of rotating horizontally, it is rotating vertically, so when the glove is going up, the entrance is sealed and cats cannot get inside. The clumps go through a larger holed strainer (so the cleaned litter stays at the bottom) before they are directed into a “mini sewage system” leading into the waste container when it moves down. 2. The clumps don’t get stuck to the bottom side. I think it’s made of a mix of a special fabric which is also scratch resistant. 3. The sealing is great and I have not seen litter getting into other places they shouldn’t be. 4. It takes about 1 minute and 40 seconds for a full cycle. Cat sensor LR cat sensor is mainly by weight (it measures the weight of the litter and if the cat gets in and there’s a sudden change of weight then it will activate). This could create many false positives as the cat only leaning but not getting in and not being as reliable as the infrared, thermal sensors and weight and other sensors of the PM. I feel the PM was a lot more reliable than the LR. Noise One of the main reasons why I did not like it the LR. It is very loud, even without counting the sound the litter and clumps make when the unit is shifting, you cannot sleep with it next to you. I left the LR in the corner of the other side of the room which and from my room which could be 8-9 meters away, we could clearly hear it cycling and don’t think it can be used at night time. With the PR, it is almost like whispering, we cannot even hear it from the other room being in the same place that the LR was. However, once the litter is added and there are clumps, I would say that none of then are suitable to sleep next to them however with the PM you could do it if left in the other room as I did. Odour control I genuinely don’t believe the waste container nor the carbon filters at the bottom of the LR makes any difference and it’s almost like a £30 hooded litter box. Like I mentioned earlier, the waste container of the LR is not fully sealed so odours will escape, I could easily smell it from far within 2-3 days (the odour can easily spread outside the room) and if you were to be next to it, it would be very noticeable. The PR has done a better job, the waste container fills better sealed and does not rely on carbon filters but on a deodorizing spray that it is applied after the cat has gone into the unit. I’ve tried testing the spray and I feel it does a great job, it doesn’t smell like chemicals but something more “natural” and the cats did not hate that smell. I have also stopped using it just to see how good the odour control is and I am very pleased, I did not need to empty the waste container even after 5 days and I expect to only do it every 2 weeks although I would be happy with 1 week. Litter type Both units recommend using clumping litter and LR recommend clay one. I don’t recommend using organic or corn based like World’s Best Cat Litter for the LR because it is incredibly dusty, it sticks to the bottom, it tracks everywhere and the smell is very bad. With PR however, it can be used with a mixed of litter but I have only used it with the Tofu organic plant based one supplied by PETKIT. So far I am very pleased with it, it offers a better odour control than any other type I’ve used (silica crystal, wood pellets, world best cat litter corn), it is dust free or what I would really rate as 99% free (and not like others where 99% means still tons of dust), it smells good new or being soiled, clumps fast, strong and works perfectly with the PM. It does track a bit, similar to a silica crystals but better than clay or organic corn from World’s Best Cat Litter. App, connectivity and function The LR has a very simple and limited function, for instance you cannot put a sleeping time longer or shorter than 8 hours, you cannot set a delay that isn’t 3, 7 or 15 minutes, you cannot have a manual mode (so it cleans at your command, for that you need to turn on and off the unit whenever the cat goes in and out) and it doesn’t provide as many functions or analytics than the PM one. LR’s interface is simpler but not better in my opinion. I did struggle a bit more connecting to it. The PM was a lot more straightforward and offers you many other options that the LR doesn’t with a slicker interface. None of them support 5 Ghz Wi-Fi at this point. Reliability and customer service My LR needed to has its base replaced (the main unit that houses the cat sensor) within a week or so of receiving it. I will no longer detect the cat, therefore it would still need to be manually operated as it wouldn’t connect to the Wi-Fi either. I am not sure if this was caused because I was turning it on and off to operate it as a manual mode or it was just with that defect. The newer base didn’t have that issue but it took me quite a lot of back and forth to have them agreed to send me the part, doing massive trouble shootings, recording videos, pictures, etc. Not a nice experience. In addition, I also have the impression that some things that should be well aligned aren’t… (when you pull out the waste drawer is not as neatly as it should be once closed) The PM just worked straight out of the box and have not had the chance to speak to their team but having bought these from Amazon I get double comfort from PETKIT team and Amazon. Price and value I paid circa £650 for the LR (£579) as in addition of the LR I bought the ramp (£50) and the anti-tracking fence (£25) however I feel that the ramp was a complete waste of money for a young kitten as they can easily get in and out and the fence… I think the fence did keep some tracking away however if one accessorize is that useful, maybe it should be by default and not an extra? The LR also came with a complimentary 2 waste liners. If you were to add the carbon filters (LR’s way to deodorize the unit) then you would need £30, another £25 for the full waste liners and £40 for the litter trap map. So basically you would need to pay an extra £120 for accessories that are essential for the LR (£170 with the ramp) while PM gives you them for free and included in the price. Total cost for LR £699 or £749 (with ramp) Total cost for PM £599 (with a 9% discount now so it’s £545) That’s almost £150-£200 of savings compared to LR. Conclusion Is an automatic self cleaning litter box worthy? Is the PM worthy? is £500-£600 a reasonable price to paid for an automatic litter box? Unfortunately we don’t have many choices and a new entrant could decide that you could get the same customer experience at £400 instead… and I do feel there’s a market for a mid-price above £150-200 and under £500 but at this point it doesn’t exist so given the current conditions I would definitely say yes. The way I think about it is whether I would do everything manually as if I was caring for a baby (feeding, cleaning, etc) or I can have a nanny (automatic or smart appliances to help with it?). A cat may use the litter box at least 4-5 times a day if you have one cat so double that if you have 2. For me, that time that is wasted doing repetitive things is gained for so it is definitely worth investing in a good automatic litter box that basically removes the scooping side of the equation and can do it in a quiet, inobtrusive, well designed way. I feel sorry for those who are still using the LR and think that it is the market leading automatic litter (it isn’t) and have not discovered the PM because it is honestly better in every single away, I cannot find anything that the LR can do better than the PM (perhaps the £50 price difference, although at the time I am writing this review there’s a 9% discount so it’s same priced as LR). As a matter of fact, I feel the PM is just the next generation of the LR and removes all the issues that the current LR has. There aren’t many good self-cleaning litter boxes in the market, even less at these price point of £500-600 and from the ones that there are, I genuinely believe the PETKIT PURA MAX is the best one. I hope this review was useful to you, please let me know if you have any specific questions.

This is essentially a faeces tumble dryer. It filters 90% of it from the litter, meanwhile significant poop smudge is stuck around the roof of the drum as the turd is spun round to its exit shoot. Note, It does not eliminate any smells. This thing is also massive and looks like a miniature MRI machine . You will struggle to position this eye sore whilst it still requires mains power. Also note that the unit requires to have space around it to allow the drum to spin poo clumps. Now the worst bits…. I bought this UNIT to save Time. Picking up cat poop on a daily is clearly not fun. Unfortunately it does not save anytime and here is why…. 1. When you eventually have to do a deep clean and wipe all of the smudged poo around the inside of the drum and the poo exit shoot, it will literally take you a life time to clean. Trying to remove the litter out of this unit is difficult and will fall out everywhere. All in, it had taken around 1.5 hours to clean it. 2. As this poop box requires small to fine litter, when your pussy exits this contraption he/she/they will drag the litter out with them on their paws, a lot more so than using other larger litter. We have found remains of this litter literally everywhere. I tried the cat door screen which did not reduce this issue so more money wasted. You could install a litter catcher mat on the floor outside the opening which might help however coz this turd mri unit already takes up so much floor space installing a large mat in front just made it very impractical. So in the long run this unit saved zero time. Unfortunately the only solution to all of this is to install a cat flap and let your furry crap outside in your neighbours garden. Hi, my name is Chris and I am still picking up cat poop in 2025 👍

The PETKIT Pura Max 2 has been a game-changer for me and my two indoor cats. From the moment I set it up, they took to it instantly, which was a huge relief. Living in a flat, one of my biggest concerns was cat odour, but this litter box has completely resolved that issue. My home stays fresh, and I no longer have to worry about unpleasant smells. One of the best features is the waste disposal system—I only need to change the waste bag every 5 to 6 days. This has made my life so much easier compared to scooping several times a day. The automation and efficiency of the Pura Max 2 have truly improved my daily routine. I also highly recommend the premium package. The included litter mat is very effective at catching litter tracking (I use BioKats Diamond cat litter), helping to keep my floors clean. The smart spray deodoriser also makes a noticeable difference in keeping the litter box smelling fresh. The cleaning process, while initially seeming daunting due to the size of the litter box, turned out to be surprisingly quick and easy. I do a deep clean once a month, and that’s enough to keep the box fresh and hygienic for my kitties. I did run into an issue with Amazon, but unfortunately, they weren’t able to offer much help. However, PETKIT’s customer service was outstanding! They assigned me an appointee who handled my issue seamlessly and efficiently. Their excellent service has only reinforced my confidence in the brand. Overall, I highly recommend the PETKIT Pura Max 2. It keeps my cats happy, my flat odour-free, and my life so much easier. If you’re considering an automatic litter box, this is absolutely worth the investment!

I don't want to understate how life changing this has been and I know that sounds like a wild thing to say, but I haven't had to scoop litter for over a month. I have two cats and had two litter trays and my cats, being posh wouldn't use the litter tray if the other one did. So I would regularly find poop on the floor because it wasn't clean enough for them. I used to change the litter once a week and I guesstimate I was spending roughly half an hour a day with regular scooping and probably an hour a week to change and scrub the litter trays. This thing is bloody amazing. It keeps the tray fresh and my cats adapted to it immediately. When setting it up, I transferred the soiled litter into the Petkit to help make it familiar and once they were using it, I changed the litter completely. Now, they're fully adapted I can leave this thing for most of the week before I have to just open the tray, change the litter bag and go on with my life. The cats use it frequently, it cleans itself as often and my utility room no longer smells. The Petkit, removes the soiled litter immediately, so I'm using less litter, because it's leaving the unsoiled litter behind. I have been completely changing the litter every 3 weeks ish, which means my litter is lasting 3 times longer. I think I'll make the money back in litter costs in a year at most. Yes there is the extra cost of the rubbish bags and air freshener thing but it's so worth it. I hope this review helps people decide if you're on the fence. Also beware of the fake ones on ebay. I would say the one downside is that my cats are laser beam accurate at flicking the litter out the hatch, so I'm still sweeping daily.