NeakasaM1 Open-Top Self Cleaning Cat Litter Box, Automatic Cat Litter Box with APP Control, Odor-Free Waste Disposal Includes Trash Bags

I’m relatively new to the world of cats. We got our first cat 6 months ago and while I did all the reading and prep work, the one thing I truly underestimated was how much I would hate scooping litter. I didn’t realize how quickly the box could smell or how often I’d have to clean it to keep the area (and my house) fresh. I love our cat to pieces, but that part of pet parenthood? Not for me.After a week or two of daily scooping, I knew I needed something better. That’s when I found the Neakasa M1 and decided to take a chance on it. I can now confidently say it’s one of the best purchases I’ve made for both me and our cat.The Open-Top Design Makes a Huge DifferenceOne of my biggest concerns was whether my cat would even use an automatic litter box. A lot of them have small entryways or enclosed tops, which felt a bit intimidating for a cat that was still adjusting to her new home. What I loved about the M1 right away is the open-top design. It feels more like a regular litter box but smarter.Our cat walked up, sniffed around, and used it the very first day. No complicated training or weird adjustment period. The open design made it feel familiar and safe for her, and I really appreciated that as a first-time owner.No More Scooping. No More Smell. No More Stress.The self-cleaning feature is honestly a dream. The M1 quietly handles everything after each use, so the box stays clean without me having to do anything. It’s not noisy or disruptive either, it just quietly does its job.And the “pull and wrap” waste system? Genius. It wraps the waste into an odor-blocking bag that I just pull out and toss when it’s full. No digging around, no mess, and no lingering smell. For someone who is super sensitive to odor and kind of squeamish about cleanup, this feature alone is worth every penny.The App Makes Everything EasierAt first, I wasn’t sure I needed an app to go with a litter box, but now I check it regularly. The Neakasa app tells me when the box is full, when to add litter, and even keeps track of how often my cat is using it, which honestly gives me peace of mind about her health and habits.It’s super user-friendly and even lets me run cleaning cycles remotely if I want to. There are safety features built in too, so if my cat is nearby or steps on the base while it’s cleaning, it automatically pauses. I didn’t even know I needed that until I saw it in action.My Floors Are Cleaner TooOne of the unexpected bonuses is how well the included litter mat works. I used to find litter tracked all over the floor near her old box, but since switching to the M1, that’s nearly disappeared. It makes the space feel neater, and I don’t have to sweep as often, which is always a win.Who This Is Perfect For• First-time cat owners like me who don’t want the mess or the guesswork• People who want to minimize daily litter maintenance• Anyone who hates the smell of a traditional litter box and wants a cleaner home• Pet parents who want to keep a closer eye on their cat’s habits and health.Final VerdictIf you’re on the fence, I get it. It’s an investment — but for me, it was absolutely worth it. I haven’t scooped a litter box since setting this up, and my cat loves it. It keeps my space clean, my cat happy, and me completely stress-free when it comes to litter maintenance. If I could go back in time and buy this on day one, I would. Highly, highly recommend.

Purchased in 12/2024Had been considering getting this or the Whisker Litter Robot 4. Found this one after a review from “One Man Five Cats” on YT (I highly recommend his videos if you are in search for in-depth reviews on automatic litter boxes and are torn between different brands)I chose this one for the affordability and the open front, since I have 3 cats — 11 lb, 14 lb, and a 5 lb kitten — so I needed a litter box that could fit a wide range of cats comfortably, wouldn’t break my pocket and had a large waste bin capacity.I actually love this litter box and recommend it to every cat owner I know! Entrance is low enough and large enough that my kitten and my two adult cats can enter. It’s built well, and it’s easy to take apart and clean.I highly recommend to turn on the automatic cover setting to help stifle any smells and avoid any extra smearing. Extending the time from when the cat leaves the litter box to when it dumps (mine is set to 8 minutes) will also keep it cleaner which will reduce how often you need to clean the machine.If you have a cat that tends to pee on the sides of their litter box, it is essential to put the seam stickers on. My partner recommended I use silicone to line the seams once the stickers fall off, which so far they have held on wonderfully but that will be my next step. I plan on also taking it a step further and use a sealant spray to help the litter roll right off.The amount of litter bags that come with the machine is a generous amount, they have lasted me 5 months and I still have some left — mind you this is with 3 cats who avg 10 to 18 litter box trips a day! The open front makes it super easy to refill the litter before work.The box is easy to assemble, parts just click on, and app is easy to navigate, even allowing a cleaning reminder so it doesn’t get gross. It gives a great peace of mind with the amount of cats I have since I work 24 hour shifts. I never smell the dumped litter until I have to open the waste bin to change it.I will say that the app does seem to have trouble detecting which of my cats are using the litter box, if tracking specific cats bathroom usage is important I would say the app still has a long ways to go before it’s more accurate.I wouldn’t recommend this for cats that dig a lot, at least until they come out with a barrier that can attach to the front, my one cat digs a lot and gets litter everywhere.Overall, I still give this a 5/5 as it fits my lifestyle well.