It’s very common for cat owners to recognize that one of the necessary tasks that they need to do on a daily basis is scooping the litter box. It only takes a few minutes, but you have to remember it every time. This is exactly what the PetPivot AutoScooper 12 Lite is designed to overcome. However, initially, I was left with the impression that PetPivot AutoScooper 12 Lite is not a smart litter box that’s trying to be up to the competition of premium smart litter boxes packed with advanced features, such as Wi-Fi and smartphone connectivity.
A Simple Approach
The immediate thing that I noticed was how easy the AutoScooper 12 Lite is to use. Connect to the power and press one button to go. This is one of the reliable benefits for anyone who is purchasing their first automatic litter box. There is no learning curve, no additional tasks to deal with after you start it up. However, it has one drawback. There is no companion application to get you alerts to empty the waste drawer. Depending on your tastes, this is an extra responsibility on your shoulders as a cat parent.
Automatic Cleaning But No Alerts
AutoScooper 12 Lite removes the tedious task of proper scooping on a day-to-day basis — and it does just that. The cleaning cycle automatically removes waste after each use, and the waste is placed into a steel, closed waste drawer. I noticed the litter remained much cleaner all day during testing, and I didn’t need to make that morning and night trip to the litter box anymore.
Build around Cats, not just Technology.
I appreciated one of the design choices, that of an open-top layout. An automatic litter box might seem intimidating for certain cats, particularly those who are wary or have transitioned from a standard litter box. I noticed my cat was able to adapt to an open design much faster than it would to a fully enclosed one.
A Dirt-free Home without any Bad Smell.
After each cleaning cycle, it stores all the waste in a closed waste drawer. It can be hard to keep a litter box clean for multiple cats. However, being a multi-cat parent, I noticed that the AutoScooper 12 Lite automatically cleans after every use, so the litter stays fresher for longer.
Things to Consider
As a first-hand user, I would not rate the AutoScooper 12 Lite a perfect product for my cat, as there are only a couple of limitations in the AutoScooper 12 Lite. Its most glaring drawback is that it is lacking in smart features. If keeping tabs on your animal via app or getting reminders on maintenance, then this is not the litter box for you.
Furthermore, it takes up more space than a typical litter box, so you will need to know the floor space you need before you make your purchase—especially if you are placing it in a small laundry room or your apartment bathroom.
Final Verdict
I believe the AutoScooper 12 Lite works well because it isn’t going too far.
I don’t want to clog the experience with apps or subscriptions or a bunch of smart-home stuff, but one daily task that is fairly easy to make is much easier. It automatically cleans after use and runs silently.
While I would have appreciated app notifications for maintenance reminders, to be honest, the PetPivot AutoScooper 12 Lite is a simple recommendation if you are searching for an inexpensive, easy-to-use automatic litter box that is not technologically astounding.
