I appreaciate the footage of the mess, always wanted to see how it looks after some days of use. I was sure it wouldnt stay clean and you proved my point so thank you. I was hesitating between those two robots and you helped me choose so again im very gratefull ❤
@OTFCR
Ай бұрын
Glad it helped! If you have one or two cats, LR4 may stay cleaner longer. We have four, but we've always had two or three litter boxes running at the same time-and you see what we get, lol. The open design of the M1 versus the 360 dome just works better.
@voodoogurl07
7 күн бұрын
This is probably the most honest litter robot review I’ve seen. I’ve had two LR3 and the cost vs how quickly they stop working is very disappointing. I can’t say for the 4, but both 3’s had an issue with leaking urine from globe into the back of the base behind the drawer and I suspect like you say it’s the amount of litter space. The Neakasa looks amazing. I’ve unfortunately got my cats used to wood pellet litter & the last time I tried to use clumping, my biggest cat peed outside the box 😅 Put the wood litter back and he’s fine lol! I may consider one in addition to regular litter boxes though. I’m shocked at how many LR problems are solved in the Neakasa
@OTFCR
3 күн бұрын
Thanks for your comment! I’m glad you found the review helpful and appreciate you sharing your thoughts on the LR3 and Neakasa-sounds like we’ve had similar experiences. I didn’t even get into how often I’ve had issues with the Litter Robot stopping mid-cycle or getting stuck, though it seems to happen less with the LR4, likely due to improved sensors. Their customer support has also been excellent for me when issues arise. Cats can definitely be finicky about litter changes. Have you tried clumping wood pellets? It might be worth giving that a try with the M1. I’d love to hear how it goes if you decide to test it out! I have never used this one but have heard good things about this clumping wood litter , they hav e3 types of clumping you can see in the link amzn.to/3T3kcCF
@stefinitelysomething
7 күн бұрын
Thank you for showing the grossness! I was literally looking for a review including smears
@OTFCR
3 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching. Yes, it does get messy for me, but we have four cats, and two of them are very large, which makes it challenging with the smaller circle litter area and finding a good spot. I don’t expect it to be messy for all users, especially those with smaller cats, but it has been a problem for me since the Litter Robot 1. That’s why I was (an dam) always on the lookout for something better. The M1 is the first model since the LR1 in 2001 that I feel truly offers a better option. That still says a lot about how good the LR is that I couldn;t find anything better for so long, but also shows how great the M1 design is, making it my new choice!
@davepark5374
Ай бұрын
It's amzon prime day and I'm getting M1 after watching this. 200 bucks off today baby
@OTFCR
Ай бұрын
200 off! Might be my time to pick up another one too
@rebeccaschreck9768
29 күн бұрын
I did the same! I grabbed 2😊
@davepark5374
29 күн бұрын
How much litter you guys use a month? My cats already used 40lbs in a couple weeks
@annzel7557
27 күн бұрын
How much was is on prime day?
@danielray5109
7 күн бұрын
What do you have a bear using your litter robot? 😂. I’ve never seen mine anywhere like yours.
@OTFCR
3 күн бұрын
I often wonder that myself :)
@indigomomx2
Ай бұрын
You helped me decide between these two! I appreciate the brutal honesty. Definitely going to be purchasing the M1 today for Prime Day!
@OTFCR
Ай бұрын
That's awesome, hope you and yoru cats love it like we do!
@thewrathfulsloth2384
Ай бұрын
Did you get it
@christinebrookes4586
4 күн бұрын
Thanks so much for this . I've had a nightmare I've gone through 6 auto litter trays in a year and a half all with major major flaws. The nakasa looks like the one for me.
@OTFCR
3 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching! The M1 is still working awesome for me; I’ll be buying another one soon! As this is the first model, I do expect some issues, but they will improve. So far, I really haven’t had any significant problems at all!
@christinebrookes4586
2 күн бұрын
@OTFCR well thankyou so much again it was this video that encouraged to buy it . Really useful information. I don't like reviews much that are made after a few days or weeks of use as to me it's not significant to find the flaws. If it can handle all your cats (they're gorgeous btw) it can handle my 3 . Great news to hear it's working great. I was one step away from going back to a manual tray and really didn't want to
@favilar88
Ай бұрын
Thanks for this video. I has been looking to buy one, but I was not fully convinced about the neakasa. Your video helped me on my decision. Thanks!
@OTFCR
Ай бұрын
Glad it helped! I also have dealt with their customer service after purchase and so far so good! Plan to do another update soon and will include that
@sollybiz2809
23 күн бұрын
Change your cats diet. They are having soft stools if your litter robot looks like that
@OTFCR
21 күн бұрын
Hi , Thansk for watching! Diets are fine. They see the vets regularly and are fed Fromm dry premium and Weruva wet food, getting the recommended daily amount. The issue seems to be the small litter area, the cats occasionally missing it, and the liner not being ideal for sliding, along with the fact that the globe rotates. Others online have reported similar issues, with some even going as far as spraying non-stick stuff on the liner (which I have never done). I’ve had this problem to varying degrees with the Litter-Robot liner since the LR1 in 2001. I’ve emailed Litter-Robot about almost every edition, tried different cats and foods, and even talked to people who stopped using the Litter-Robot because of the same issues. The design of the LR is smaller round litter area that my larger cats tend to miss a little, cleaning cycle involves rotation, and if the poop is not completely dry, it will streak.
@multianni2008
Ай бұрын
Great comparison video!
@OTFCR
Ай бұрын
Thanks!
@jessicalocke5775
14 күн бұрын
Excellent video, very clear, very well done, best I have seen on comparisons of these two! and this has helped me to decide to go with the M1. (In the future would you please not blur the mess? We really need to see what you are talking about.). FYI I also understand they are taking out the trap door in the next M1 model, which will be a problem for odor, so am considering buying one now before that model comes out.
@OTFCR
3 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching the video and your comment! I’m glad it helped you decide to give the M1 a try. Please update in the comments on how it’s working out or if you encounter any issues. It would be great to hear experiences from other M1 users as well since it is a newer product. I appreciate your feedback about not blurring the mess-maybe a special unedited, ‘not for the faint of heart’ video could be an option! I’ll definitely keep that in mind for future videos to ensure everything is clear. Also, I hadn’t heard about the trap door change yet. It’s definitely something to consider, and I may reach out to them to get more details and update you on what I find out!
@user-wd7st2js2l
29 күн бұрын
Best review ever ! Thanks you for your hardwork sir. Chose my mind to m1
@OTFCR
27 күн бұрын
Thanks! Hope you and your cats like it.
@marianneguerra802
18 күн бұрын
I have both at the same time for abt a month n frankly I prefer the litter robot! My cats aren’t messy cat but… my litter robot is nice n clean - I have the time set b4 dump at 7 mins n my cars do a good job at covering it up - so when it dumps, there’s no residual left on the glob, no issues! But the Neakasa is messier n stuff gets stuck in the grates n was given stickers to prevent leakage (didn’t know that was an issue - when I got it) frankly I feel I wish I would have just got a litter robot 4 instead of the Neakasa
@OTFCR
16 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching! That’s great to hear that the Litter-Robot works for you and your cats! If it’s easier for you, then it’s the best choice. The Litter-Robot is a good product with excellent support, and I still have two, with one still running alongside the M1. Not every box will work for every owner or cat, but stick with what you like and what works for you! I’ve had eight Litter-Robots, so I’m not against them at all. As mentioned , for me, I think teh M1 and Litter Robot are the two best out there now. In the end we just want our cats happy, healthy and our boxes clean for them so whichever box does that for you - it is the right box to use! I’ve been using the M1 for about six months now and still love it. It’s super easy to clean, and the larger litter and open top work better for my bigger cats-they hit the litter every time. So, for me and my big cats, the M1 is a better choice (we’ll see long-term, though). I’ve heard that if cats urinate in an unusual way or at a high spot, they might need those stickers. However, you will also encounter issues with the Litter-Robot if your cat doesn’t use the litter properly or go correctly in the litter. What I will say is that the Litter-Robot is in its fourth generation and has been around since 2001. So they’ve had time to improve on it, and even then some issues still persist for certain users. The M1 is thier first Gen 1 model, and from what I’ve heard (though I’m not entirely sure), they are incorporating consumer feedback. The issue you mentioned might be one of the improvements they will integrate!
@mitchelwilson5605
4 күн бұрын
What kind of litter are you using and how soon after the cat exits is the cleaning cycle set to run? Also, have you tried the "Cleaner Spray" put out by Litter Robot? My understanding is it dissolves poop that sticks to the liner.
@OTFCR
3 күн бұрын
Thanks for the info! I’m using Boxiecat and Pretty Litter, both premium options, and haven’t had any issues with them in my M1. I’m also using the default time delay. I didn’t know about the "Cleaner Spray," but since I still have one LR4 in use, I’ll definitely get it and give it a try. Thanks for the tip!
@wokowuku4583
Ай бұрын
I emailed Neakasa for the stickers to put around the rubber lining for leaks, and asked when they were planning to make the upgrades you mentioned in your video to fix some of the issues, and surprisingly they told me they were planning to release a new version with these upgrades sometime in August, though that they did not have an exact release date yet. This kind of had me questioning whether or not I should return my Neakasa M1 that just got here (oh which by the way, they already send it with a pack of stickers now!), and wait to see what they upgraded in the new version. Although I've already had it foe 2 days and it's been working great so far with my 2 cats, so I might just keep it for now and wait until the new one goes on sale in the future.
@OTFCR
27 күн бұрын
That is good to know they are incorporating feedback and updates! For most folks, it should not be an issue. I took the entire box apart and noticed a little on the inside. We have one cat that does pee high, so that is probably why. They are sending me those rubber lining stickers as well, and I will have a video of all that. I'm really glad to see they take the feedback! I still need to purchase another one as well. I really do like it and for teh first gen they did a great job on it!!
@fatimamancuso
2 күн бұрын
Where or what time stamp did he mention the leaking part?
@rlgmlw
7 күн бұрын
Thanks for the video. I am enjoying the Neakasa M1 thanks to you. I was wondering if the armor all wipes for autos might be an alternative for cleaning? Pam is too oily to create a non-sticking surface. Armor all protectant would seem to provide a better non-stick surface made for plastic or rubber surfaces.
@OTFCR
3 күн бұрын
Thansk for watching! I clean the M1 with just a little soap and water, and I haven’t had any waste stick to it due to how it cleans and empties the waste, so it hasn’t been a problem. I’d be cautious about using anything like PAM, though I’ve seen people trying it on the Litter Robot in forums. There are sprays designed to help prevent waste from sticking, and another person commented that Litter Robot sells a cleaning spray and wipes on their site, so that might be a safe option to try for any box. I’m planning to get those myself and use them in both the M1 and the LR4! Here is a link I found that shows both the spray and wipes but you can go to the Litter Robot offical page and purchase them indivdually amzn.to/46Xj7lx
@bellenouvanski
Ай бұрын
Thanks, need it so much right now
@OTFCR
Ай бұрын
get it :)
@Ad4mJCO
Ай бұрын
great video, thanks for all the details shared
@OTFCR
27 күн бұрын
Thanks!
@MitchM240
Ай бұрын
Thanks for the video! I have had every litter robot since the first one. When they die I just bought a new one. Despite issues with it there were never any viable competitors. Meanwhile their prices go up and up. As you allude to what is so frustrating about Litter Robot are the fundamental issues that they carry over from generation to generation. They add all these bells and whistles without addressing the fundamental flaws. It actually looks like the 4 is harder to deep clean than the 3 and that is saying something! Additionally even after 4 generations the litter robot looks like something made in a guys basement. The build quality and fit and finish are really lacking especially at this price point. Thier competition at half the price is killing them in that category. After my second base on my LR3 died I had enough and boy was I blown away at how many competitors there are now. I refuse to pay the insane price of the LR4. I have done a lot of research and just picked up the M1 for $400 on prime day sale.
@OTFCR
Ай бұрын
Thansk for watching! Yes. everything you mentioned was well said and accurate to my own experience. That's exactly it-I've used them since LR1 until now despite the flaws and frustrations because nothing else was better. The M1 is actually the very first alternative option that convinced me to switch!
@kheath580
Ай бұрын
i have 3 bengals and these robots always just look like the litter area is way too small. and i dont like that its still plastic with how expensive it is. the drum should be stainless steel so it doesnt absorb odors. they can still shape it the same and it can still spin.
@OTFCR
Ай бұрын
Bengals are awesome cats! I would love it if it were a stainless steel drum, or how about a carbon fiber surface! It could have some type of removable liner to make it easier to clean. I would be the first to try that if they did.
@RavenMelonai
Ай бұрын
We just got an Neakasa M1 after watching your review video and our cats love it too!
@OTFCR
27 күн бұрын
Great to hear you and the cats love it! Comment an update after a few months see how it is doing!
@kathleenmccann3120
Ай бұрын
Totally agree about Litter Robot. I threw mine out because the cleaning was such a problem. I went back to a manual steel box. Much easier to keep clean.
@OTFCR
27 күн бұрын
Litter robot shoud do a inner side of the box like that!
@williamklein6749
14 күн бұрын
I have the M1. I love it.
@OTFCR
3 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching! It’s great to hear that it’s working for you and your cats. Please update us in the comments on how it’s doing in the longer term!
@RoiannChabot
9 күн бұрын
You sold me on the Neakasa M1! I have the LR3 and it does the same thing, cat litter sticking everywhere, etc. Yuck!
@OTFCR
3 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching! Yes, the mess can be a real issue, especially when cats miss the litter a bit and the globe rotates, spreading it around. I’ve found that the M1’s design and cycling handle this much better for me and my four cats, so hopefully, it’ll be a great solution for you as well! Please update us in the comments on how the M1 works for you and your cats!
@user-sq1rf9ev6y
Ай бұрын
It seems to me the litter robot requires more maintenance and cleaning than my stainless steel litterbox.Kind of defeats the purpose.
@norasmith8699
Ай бұрын
Depends on what the purpose is. I have health issues and appreciate the robot scoops after every use, even on days where I need to crawl into bed right after work. The cleaning (mine never gets that gross!) can be scheduled when I'm feeling up to it. My cats have a regular box, but they choose to use the robot exclusively. Also, one of my cats takes dust baths in the box. I'd prefer he do this in a clean box, and the robot ensures the box is always freshly scooped.
@OTFCR
Ай бұрын
It does, but it's worth it to have a clean litter box after every use, so I don't have to see the mess and the cats walk into a clean box. Both LR4 and M1 are great; the open design of the M1 works better for me and is super easy to spot clean and even deep clean
@infinityphotorob
Ай бұрын
I have had the M1 for about 3 weeks now with 3 cats. 2 of them heavily use it. One once in a while. It has been flawless. Like I can't believe how good it is. We are trying the Boxie litter because reviews say how good it is in robots not getting pissed through and sticking to the bottom. So far so good except it does seem to track out like crazy. Prime day had the M1 at 399. Bummed I missed it. I told my big cat if he would just reliably use it he could have his own. If it goes on sale again later this year I would buy another. I think it will almost fit in my van I need to take some serious measurements as it does it's cleaning cycle to see if maybe it would fit in the litter compartment we have. It might just be too tall. It is pretty cool to get a reminder to empty the waste bin and find 18lbs of clumps in there seeing it is working so well.
@OTFCR
Ай бұрын
I was honestly surprised how well it worked too! And the open top is so nice and easy to clean. We use BoxiePro and also love PrettyKitty litter. I think the PrettyKitty tracked very little litter outside the box. I did find a small issue but spoke to Neakasa support, and it looks like they are aware and addressing it. I will do a video on that soon!
@janicesmith2014
11 күн бұрын
Mine would be peeing on the grill part of the litter box. How would you clean that?
@OTFCR
3 күн бұрын
Yeah, not every litter box will be the same experience for cats and their owners. If your cats tend to pee high and bypass the litter, the M1 might not work perfectly for them, but it could still be worth a try. For cleaning the box and grill area, it’s super easy. You can use cleaning wipes specifically designed for litter boxes, or simply empty the litter from the M1, remove the top part, and hose it down!
@caittra2011
Ай бұрын
Great video. Non bias. I returned my LR4 because imo it was just horrible. Bought the M1, can't wait to try it
@OTFCR
Ай бұрын
Thanks! I still use my LR4 too. I like having a few boxes running, especially if we are out for a while. But I will be purchasing another M1 or two, so the LR4 may end up being a backup. The open top design is much better for me and my cats, and it cleans the litter just as well as the LR. Time will tell how they hold up or how support is.
@rebeccaschreck9768
29 күн бұрын
Thank you for this video! I had bought 2 Neakasa during Amazon recent prime day. I have no experience with autimatic litter boxes. My daughter just bought litter robot 4 and i thought maybe it would be better since the Robot has been around forever. No way! Not after seeing one which has been in use. Yuck. I have used the Neakasa fir about a week with no mess like that and its really easy to wipe being open.
@OTFCR
27 күн бұрын
Nice! Glad it is working for you. Woudl be curious how you like it after a few months !
@mattarson9
18 күн бұрын
Can you please tell me how this could compare to the petsnowy? its a fully covered one but wasn't sure what youd recommend.
@OTFCR
16 күн бұрын
I have not tried petsnowy. Maybe I will pick oneup to see what is about!
@mattarson9
16 күн бұрын
@OTFCR I got the m1 neakasa and will be delivered but yea the petsnowy is on sale just like the m1 is too.
@OneManFiveCats
Ай бұрын
I don't know what's going on with the mess inside your LR4. That looks more like diarrhoea. There's no way it should be messy where it is.
@OTFCR
27 күн бұрын
It isn't an issue with our cats. They see the vet regularly, are always healthy, and we feed them top-quality food. The problem seems to be with the Litter-Robot 4's rotating design. Any non-clumped, not-fully-dried waste can cause problems, and there are plenty of threads online where people have tried other methods, like spraying non-stick solutions over the lining. This has been an issue since the Litter-Robot 1, regardless of the cats, food, or litter used. With the Litter-Robot M1, I’ve had zero issues-same litter, same food.
@philipbloom
27 күн бұрын
@@OTFCRI’ve been using two for over two years. The only time mine get really messy is diarrhoa, bad litter or too short a delay on the cycling. I’ve done a huge amount of testing and numerous videos about self cleaning litter boxes. I also have 7 cats using them.
@OTFCR
27 күн бұрын
7 cats! Nice! Yeah, if the Litter-Robot works for someone, that’s great! I still consider it a quality box with excellent support. For whatever reason, these issues I have had (an dothers I know) with Liteer Robot since LR1 have not been a problem at all with the Neakasa M1 which just was more a set up and forget (well clean , add litter etc) . So naturally, that’s why the M1 is my pick , but everyone’s situation and every cat are different. What might be right for me might not be right for you, It takes different strokes, yes diff....... Yes, I started singing "Different Strokes" in my head as I was typing, so now it will be stuck in my head all day! :)
@wokowuku4583
Ай бұрын
I really want to get the Neakasa M1, but the only thing holding me back is that its open on top. Right now we just have a big tote container as the litter box in a hallway closet, and the closet is COVERED in dust from the litter. So I was considering the LR4 since its closed on top and would probably mitigate the dust going up and everywhere in the closet. We use Dr. Elseys "Ultra" litter, as it clumps well for us and supposedly 99.9% dust free, but most cat litters advertise that and doesnt seem to be true in our case. Do you notice any dust in the surrounding area with the Neakasa M1? And what litter do you use?
@OTFCR
Ай бұрын
I use Boxie Pro amzn.to/3Ska7R4 Maybe give PrettyLitter a try. We used that for a long time, and I think it has very little dust or tracking because it is silica gel crystals. It even monitors the cat's health by the color once they use it. Just be sure to get the clumping version.
@wokowuku4583
Ай бұрын
@@OTFCR and what about any dust in the surrounding area after weeks of use of the M1? That's our biggest concern
@OTFCR
Ай бұрын
@@wokowuku4583 I don't really have an issue with it. I think give the PrettyLitter a try with a really cheap regular open litter box to see what you think before getting the M1. PrettyLitter is a 99% dust-free litter
@hisimagenme
Ай бұрын
First of all, what are you feeding your cats?!? My litter robots have never ever looked like that and I have 6 cats that all go in the same boxes!! So my guess it's a food issue to some degree. I agree the liner on the LR-4 leaves something to be desired compared to the LR-3. Wish they would switch back to the LR-3 material liner. But aside from that LR-3/4 is by far still the best out there in terms of longevity and reliability plus customer service. Nothing is perfect so expecting that from a litter box with cats that have different preferences for "how they go" my cats pretty much cover the gamet and I'm happy with my LR-4. My cats have always preferred to be covered in the box, even old style regular boxes got covered, so cats just won't say what they prefer. It may seem your cats like that new style more but in truth they likely like the cleanliness of it more. If you spot clean it more because it's easier then of course they are going to use the newer one more. Yet as I said my LR-4 has never ever looked like that but I fed my cats the diet they were meant to eat and I use Dr. Else's litter with no problem. For the entire globe to get stuck on that way I'd have to really neglect my cat boxes. I mean some of my cats don't even bury their trip/drop... they scratch the sides of the box instead of the litter... and with six cats the box never looked like that. Look into what you're feeding your cats, my guess that's 90% of your box issues. That you see poop like that smeared all over is a sign something is wrong with one or more of your cats. Checking the litter box is 50% about checking in on the health of your cats. Maybe that other box is the fix to your problems but I find it hard to believe their poop is different in each box. And wiping down more often is what I see as the difference between the two. You prefer the open one so you clean it more often, hence it seems to be better. As for the litter depth, most cats don't like 3 inches of litter under them. They prefer to "uncover" where they go and "recover" after they are done. So it's all perspective.
@OTFCR
Ай бұрын
Hi! Thanks for watching! I’m genuinely glad that you and your cats are happy with the Litter Robot! This is just my experience and preference, and others may have different experiences. But as long as our feline friends are happy and healthy that is all good! The Litter Robot is a very solid machine that I have used since it came out in 2000. I’ve used it with different cats, different food, and different litters, and through it all, I still had the streaking on the inside issue. However, I continued using the LR because, like you said, it was still the best option-a quality product with amazing support that has been in the market for 24 years-and something I could deal with, as nothing is perfect. The sticking and streaking have been common complaints over the years. There are plenty of other reports from users about experiencing issues with waste streaks inside the Litter Robot. Some users have suggested using sprays to help prevent waste from sticking to the Litter Robot's inner lining, such as clear silicone spray to create a non-stick barrier, although this solution only worked for a few days. Other users have mentioned trying hydrophobic solutions like Liquid Off or NeverWet, which are designed to repel moisture and might help with the sticking issue. Additionally, there are commercial non-stick sprays specifically designed for litter boxes, such as Litter Care and Lady N-Non-Stick Cat Litter Box Spray, which some users claimed were effective in reducing sticking. I know other folks who stopped using the Litter Robots for the same reason I listed about the inner lining and streaking. I even got confirmation from several people before making the video that this was a big issue and a negative reason for why they won’t buy another one. I would love to see Litter Robot address this complaint. Our cats see the vet and they are extremely healthy, never had an issue. I feed my cats very good food! Fromm for dry food and Weruva B.F.F. for wet, with the proper recommended daily amount. Fromm frommfamily.com/products/cat?Animal=cat&Query=&LifeStage=&BreedSize=&RecipeType=&Attributes=&Protein=&ProductLine=&ProductTag=&Sort=4 Weruva B.F.F www.weruva.com/pages/best-feline-friend?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwhb60BhClARIsABGGtw8jf-4pDV0CWGKOF-G-WA1mEYv1fqaeGfaoFVHeNL_8JpQaErZVpvQaAsMgEALw_wcB
@katiegraham6149
Ай бұрын
Whelp, I bought it lol. My LR4 currently needs to be deep cleaned and I HATE the nooks and crannies! Ugh! And the nasty little “fur” seal above the waste bin opening. We have a cat with a sensitive tummy so having a larger litter area will help with not stepping on his poop. We tried the Popur, but that one kept pushing the cat out of the box when it was trying to spread the litter out. A couple different times my cats tried to go behind the grate when it was smoothing out the litter. It does not stop when the cat does this. The popur is awful. Anyway, this box is like that design with all the flaws fixed! The very first thing I said about the Popur is that it should just rotate forward to spread the litter instead of using the filter grate to spread it out. This has fewer moving parts and looks so much easier to clean.
@OTFCR
Ай бұрын
Oh, that's great! I'm really curious to hear how you and your cats like it, and if you encounter any issues. I'd love updates on your experience, whether positive or negative, but hopefully, it works out well for you! I haven't tried the Popur because I'm not a fan of the accordion feature on it for some reason. Maybe I should give it a try and compare all three, haha! I do like the few parts of the M1. As it cycles, it sort of pauses here and there to shake the litter! Brilliant
@katiegraham6149
Ай бұрын
@@OTFCR it just got here today and I set it up. I noticed it also does the “auto-cover” thing where it tilts forward and back to try to make sure the 💩 is covered with litter! What a smart idea! They used it immediately and I don’t think they’ve gone in the litter robot since the new one has been set up. They are big 13.5 lb ragdolls so the open design seems much more comfortable for them. In another review they mentioned that the trap door above the waste bin could potentially get soiled and pull gunk into the machine. He put brush style weather stripping around the top of the trap door to help push anything off the door that might have accidentally ended up on there. I ordered some to do the same thing. Replacing weather stripping is much easier than opening up and cleaning the whole machine.
@OTFCR
27 күн бұрын
@@katiegraham6149 That is a good idea with the brush style weather stripping; I may look into that myself! I really haven’t had a big issue with that, but I did open the entire box to see what was inside. I will be posting a video on that. When you clean, make sure to clean the trap door as well. Also, it sounds like Neakasa will be making improvements to the M1 based on feedback, so that is great to see! Comment in a few months , would like to know how it is going with the M1 after soem time has passed!
@t.alexturner7155
23 күн бұрын
I'm not far into the video, you're talking about the liner for the LR4 and how waste sticks to it. I have had mine for 2 or 3 years and have only cleaned the bladder/liner once and that was early on when my cat was first learning it and someone had given her some people food, which gave her diarrhea. I use 100% bentonite crumbles. I buy a 50# bag once every few months and t costs like $10 or less. This bentonite doesn't make any more dust than "dustless" litter brands and it is harmless if ingested, it actually gets used in some animal feeds. I have the cycle delay set at 15 minutes. I'm not saying the bladder is shiny clean, but it doesn't look gross like the one in the video and it has literally been YEARS since I've cleaned it. I look forward to the rest of the video.
@OTFCR
21 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching! I’m glad the Litter-Robot works well for you! I’ve used it since the LR1 and have spent a lot on them. It works and is of high quality, but I think the main issue is the litter area being round and small. My cats often miss it, and the rotation ensures that any waste not dried by the litter will streak. I’m happy that I now have a better alternative with the M1! For the longest time, nothing could surpass the Litter-Robot for me, even with the issues I’ve had with it. I still have the LR4 running, so I might switch the litter to what you mentioned. However, I think my larger cats will still miss the smaller, round area, and it looks like they are using the M1 the majority of the time now. I’ve had this problem to varying degrees of inner messiness with the Litter-Robot liner since the LR1 in 2001. I’ve emailed Litter-Robot about almost every edition, tried different cats and foods, and even talked to people who stopped using the Litter-Robot because of the same issues. The design of the LR involves rotation, and if the poop is not completely dry, it will streak. I do not have this problem at all with the M1. There are zero issues with streaking, and since I can add more litter to the M1, it works better at drying the waste. The design also allows the cats more room to use the litter box, so they never miss the litter area liek they do with the LR4. Consequently, the poop is always dry, and since it doesn’t rotate, it never streaks. I also question teh Liner of teh LR4 , I showed in the video the other LR4 I have and teh liner is already tearing and that is about 1 month to maybe 2 months of use.
@CHAOSMOVEMENT
6 күн бұрын
You didn't mention how many cats you have. Also, t looks like the M1 would never fit my larger cat, and they wouldn't use an open litter box at all.
@OTFCR
3 күн бұрын
I have four cats, and two of them are on the larger side, which might explain why my LR4 tends to get messy-they often miss the smaller litter area. (then it rotates ) All my cats use the M1, and they really seem to appreciate the larger, open space. The M1 fits our larger cats much better than the LR4, with more litter area and the open design allowing them to move freely. Our litter boxes are in their own smaller room, so maybe that helps them feel more comfortable with an open-air type box. The M1's design works better for us, especially for the bigger cats and is the first auto cleaning litter box I would get over the Litter robot since the LR1! So that still means teh LR is a good option if it works for you!
@CHAOSMOVEMENT
2 күн бұрын
@@OTFCR Yeah, I have a similar setup right now, their boxes are in closet space in several rooms that are secluded from the rest of the home. They just won't go without some kind of top cover.
@rmfberry261
Ай бұрын
the only things ive seen the litter robot do better in is keeping the litter in the machine and as someone else mentioned better support. if I do buy one however my money is going to the m1 especially with it being on sale for prime days right now for 399.99
@OTFCR
Ай бұрын
I feel with my cats, the litter outside the box is about the same. The Litter Robot offers great support and a warranty that has been proven for 20 years, so that is a big plus. I can say I have been in contact with Neato support after purchase to see how it is, and so far they have been very responsive and easy to get a hold of, so that could be a good sign.
@Mr67Stanger
Ай бұрын
I think you are giving your cat(s) too much wet food and using lower-quality litter that does not clump well. But anyways, great video. I really appreciate the reviews and comparisons, and I subscribed!
@OTFCR
Ай бұрын
Thank you for watching the video and subscribing! I appreciate that! I give my cats only 1 can of Weruva BFF wet food split between the 4 cats per day- so very little. As for litter, I've tried nearly every brand on the market! Currently, I'm using Boxie-Pro by Boxie, a premium litter that has won several awards. However, regardless of the reason, I don't have to worry about it at all with M1 Neakasa, Since it's not a 360-degree rotating globe, that's why it's my preferred choice. Others may do perfectly fine with LR; it just hasn't been my experience since LR1. Maybe I just have always had big, messy cats! 😄
@theone5404
Ай бұрын
@@OTFCRthat's right.
@farrugiamarc0
22 күн бұрын
How easy is it to get support and parts for the M1 when needed?
@OTFCR
21 күн бұрын
I did call support and spoke to someone right away and they were also great with follow up. That was just one experince so who knows long term.
@EastOfEden96
Ай бұрын
neakasa on prime sale right now for 399
@OTFCR
Ай бұрын
That is a really good price!
@annzel7557
27 күн бұрын
Maybe you dont give it enough time to clump. Whats ur timer setting set to? Also it seems some has lil diarrhea lol which also plays a big role so it wont matter what litter you use, but definitely need to let it sit longer before cleaning mode. (Helps with poop marks)
@OTFCR
27 күн бұрын
I’ve tried a lot of different options. Like I mentioned, I’ve had the Litter-Robot since the original model in 2001. I've had different cats, used various foods, and even know others who stopped using them due to similar issues and plenty of threads online about it. It seems to be a design problem: it rotates, so any non-clumped, not-fully-dried waste can cause problems. Additionally, it has more areas to clean. If it works for someone else and they don’t experience the mess, it’s a great-quality box with excellent support. However, I’ve found that the open top and the way the M1 actually moves to clean the litter work much better for me. Right from the start the M1 worked perfect with the litter I use, the default time delay is spot on and I have no mess after a cycle.
@Collateralcoffee
Ай бұрын
You totally forgot to show how they work. That would actually have been nice.
@OTFCR
Ай бұрын
I can, that may be good to do a video on. Also, I have another video of the M1 where I unbox, set up and show it cycle, but in this video, I just wanted to compare some of important points.
@reecelogan8266
Ай бұрын
Gross!!
@OTFCR
Ай бұрын
I warned you! lol
@sunnysun8877
Ай бұрын
I brought the M1 for 1 month now, my cat loves it so much, he doesn't have any transition period, and of course I like it even more, 100% hands free, I feel very lucky to have M1, hopefully it will last, The only thing bothering me is the right side ear of the robot cannot be fully closed, I saw the one in video has the same problem, don't know what to do with it.
@OTFCR
Ай бұрын
Glad your cat loves the M1! Ours took to it right away as well. Not fully closed? Do you mean where the gears are, and you remove the pieces to take off the globe?
@xen-morph
Ай бұрын
Funny you have poop in places on the litter robot 4, where the litter material does nog even get, and yeah sometimes cats make a mess, thats why you have the timer to set it longer so it clumps better. Showing the sponsored litterbox already cleaned as comparison is really cheating. all just a M1 sponsered video, too bad.
@OTFCR
Ай бұрын
LOL, I'm not sponsored at all; I bought the M1 myself during the Indiegogo campaign as contributor 1014 on October 19th, 2023. It's nice that you think M1 would sponsor my little channel! Even if they did, I never filter my thoughts; if something sucked, I'd say so. I'm not seeking sponsors; I do this for fun in my spare time and anything you see I bought. Also, your assumption that I cleaned the M1 before the video just proves my point. Both boxes were cleaned at the same time and then left alone for the cats to use for the same length of time (thought I mentioned that in the video). That was an unfiltered look at what the Litter Robot and M1 looked like after being cleaned and with several days of use afterward. Now you can clearly see why I picked the M1! I speak my mind because it hurts to bite my tongue \m/ \m/
@michaelhansen1316
Ай бұрын
With all due respect to @OTFCR, he only has 44 subscribers and < 3000 views on this video as of this comment (I hope to see your channel count grow! KZitem is a grind, but these non-bias videos will definitely help!). This channel doesn't have enough reach (yet) to justify a sponsorship. @OTFCR - Thanks for posting this review! Very informative!
@OTFCR
Ай бұрын
@@michaelhansen1316 You are 100% correct, and no offense taken at all! I know the big channels put a ton of time and effort into building a channel. I do this for fun; I'm not on any schedule to post videos and don't even know what I'll post next, as I have a decent work schedule outside of this. (I don't even ask folks to like and subscribe during the videos.) Some videos are better than others, lol. But yeah, no one is going to give me anything or sponsor me :). Thanks for watching!
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