| Litter Robot LRII Automatic Self-Cleaning Litter Box |  | Brand: Litter-Robot
Category: Pet Products
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 So far, so good July 7, 2008
I haven't had this litter box (globe?) for very long, but so far I like it. More importantly, so do my cats. I have two that are over 15 lbs., but the Litter Robot is holding up. The only problem I have isn't with the robot, it's with one of the big cats. 17 lb Sam doesn't always turn around when he uses it, so his furry little butt hangs outside when he poops. But that's his problem (and mine), not the robot's. I suppose if it was bigger (or Sam was smaller) it would accomodate him, but I really can't imagine it being any bigger. It does have a smaller footprint than other automatic litter boxes I've had, but it's still pretty big. Quite a conversation starter, though! People are always facinated.
 Needs some tweaking... July 7, 2008
Overall, the LitterRobot does as it claims.
Pros: Saves you time in scopping and cuts down on odor.
Cons: No matter how often you clean out the globe, the cat's mess gets stuck to the top of the globe when it rotates. I'm not happy about my cat's head rubbing against mess that sticks to the inside top of the globe. Also, about once a month, he forgets to turn around with his head sticking out, and does his business on the steps. For an additional $20 you can buy 2 things that "help" seal out the odor even more. This didn't appear to help with mine. Every 5 days I need to change the bag. If the cat's turd is too big, it can cause the "window" that opens to jam. This will cause the mess to smear on the outside. I thoroughly cleaned the globe 2 days ago, and although not as bad as a regular box, I can still smell it! Ugh! It needs some tweaking.
I love this kitty box! Worth every penny. July 6, 2008
After well over 5 years with a litter maid II, self-cleaning kitty box, I was forced to find a replacement as the rake started getting stuck, needing a push to rake the liter. So, given the length of time that had passed since looking into them I hit the internet and read everything about any litter box out there. I read the reviews and made my decision based on them; hence, I am writing one as well. Far and above in positive ratings was the Litter Robot. I took the leap, about 3 weeks ago.
I brought the monster in... thinking that well yea, it does kind of look a robot, and it most definitely looks high tech (relative to the current system I was using). So, I put it in the area where the prior box was, moving it in front of the robot. I left the old box there, nasty as it was, helping it along with the raking and cleaning the old liter away. The first day, both my kitties... (one a big boy that I was worried about in dealing with the new box).. ignored the new box and went in the old one. The second day, my youngest kitty spent half the day with his head in the new box. Third day, no liter on old box, new robot is whirring and twirling. And its been great since.
With the two kitties I have emptied the box once so far. The only smell I get is when one of them have gone in and done their business and the red light is on.. indicating its going to do its spin.
Given the reviews I also made sure I got the additional lining and filters.
A wonderful machine and my life has simplified beautifully!
 Good at first, but stinky in the end! July 5, 2008
I purchased my litter robot about 4-5 months ago. While it is great when you have to leave town, it still has its problems. First problem is the size, way too big, but whatever, if it works well I am ok with it, but my medium size cat has a problem fitting inside and he can not turn to urinate so it leaks out of the machine. Also I am very clean when it comes to my cats, but this machine hold the smells in! I wash it constantly with pinesol, bleach, 409, I have tried them all but the thing starts to smell in less than a week. Also the trap door to empty the litter is now getting stuck for no reason? When I go to empty the litter, I find myself having to manually scoop the stinky stuff out! I have switched back to the old fashion box and my apt smells fresh again. Sorry Litter robot, this is a great concept but its just not practicial :(
Are the pros worth the price? July 2, 2008
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I purchased my Litter Robot over two years ago and have been relatively pleased with it... most of the time. I have a single cat, so it hasn't been working overtime to keep up. I've always found the unit to be quite loud - it's in the basement laundry room and I can hear it from my second-floor loft workspace. I'm a sound sleeper so at least it doesn't wake me up at night, although I've had guests that have been alarmed by the midnight noises.
It gets stuck now and then. Although I've kept up with routine maintenance and tried all the tension adjustments suggested, that appears to be happening more often in recent months. The motor sounds like it's laboring a bit and I suspect my Litter Robot won't be with me much longer. I've thought about contacting the manufacturer for reconditioning or just replacing it with a new one, but when it comes right down to it... for that price, the maintenance involved, and the frustration of finding the Robot stuck upside down and my cat standing with his legs crossed and his eyes watering (or worse, pissing in my laundry because he couldn't wait) I've decided to just go back to the plain old scoop routine. My electric bill will be lower anyway.
So if convenience is your most important factor and you don't mind the expense or noise, this might be a great product for you. Do plan on an inconvenience now and then, especially if you live in an area prone to brownouts or blackouts from thunderstorms or whatnot, and don't plan on having your Litter Robot outlive the warranty period by much :)
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