Self Cleaning Litter Box Mega Test: LITTER-ROBOT 4 REVIEW
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Күн бұрынAfter seven months of hard work, part 1 of my self-cleaning litter box mega test is finally here! In this series, I look at these machines, comparing them to see which are the best. In this, part 1, there's the introduction of this series, and then there's the main chunk, a 6-month review of the Litter Robot 4.
The machines featured in this series are Litter Robot 3, Litter Robot 4, Petkit Pura Max, Petkit Pura X, Popur X5, Lavviebot S, and Leo's Loo Too. Whisker, Smarty Pear and Popur sent review samples, which I am enormously grateful for, and the others I bought.
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0:00 - Intro and overview
2:29 - Say hi to Sevvy!
3:42 - Litter-Robot 3
4:07 - Petkit Pura Max
5:19 - Litter-Robot 4 Day one
5:55 - Litter Robot differences
7:35 - Waste drawers
9:10 - How many machines should you have?
9:48 - Which litters work with them and timing
10:50 - Smelly?
11:46 - Noise comparison
12:31 - Safety
13:51 - Measuring and tracking their weight
15:17 - The app
16:19 - Physical controls
17:38 - Cleaning
18:51 - LEAK!
20:56 - Fixing the leak
22:52 - Bert is the best tester!
23:07 - Warranty and trustworthyness
24:25 - Issues and customer service
24:58 - Worth buying/ upgrading?
26:03 - Thank you!
26:57 - Coming up in Part 2
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
Part 2 is now live! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/p7Vge6ulsquzkmw.html The large fence is now shipping with all machines. If you are experiencing any of the problems I show then contact customer service and they will send you the new large fence free.
@Nubcakez Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the update!
@eliacikel124 Жыл бұрын
Where can i find the Black shield against urin (the big one)
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
@@eliacikel124 didn’t you read the comment you are replying to? 🤔
@eliacikel124 Жыл бұрын
@@OneManFiveCats well for those who were not perfekt in englisch its not clear what a fence was. But then i loooked it up. Not so nice how u Responded. Next time i dont ask for help.
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
@@eliacikel124 how was I not nice? I found it confusing you were asking about something which you were replying to. I state in the review it’s called the large fence. How am I supposed to know your English isn’t good enough to know? Your reply was very over the top and unnecessary . Most people don’t even reply to comments.
@gracelynn416 Жыл бұрын
I never knew a cat product reviewing video could be such a cinematic masterpiece. This is like a BBC show. 🙀
@elisaanne 11 ай бұрын
Totally agree!! ❤
@skateata1 5 ай бұрын
Agreed
@aaronb8698 4 ай бұрын
the brittish are awesome! Would of been cool if he was like I need to pause this video to go have a cup of tea!
@peggywaters2589 4 ай бұрын
Look at his newer videos, you’ll see that he is a film maker. Makes sense, the quality is excellent!
@Articblueberry 2 ай бұрын
Silly silly Grogu 😜
@howellomaha Жыл бұрын
Two years ago you posted a video about self cleaning litter boxes and I commented that I didn't have a cat, but still watched you videos are they are so entertaining. Fast forward a year, and now I have 4 cats! All were 8 week old feral kittens I trapped from under a neighbors shed (I had the mother spayed) and they have recently just turned a year old. Your video about Harriett really inspired me to open my heart and listen to it as it wanted a cat, but I was afraid to take the leap. The four I have are wonderful. Thank you!
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
That’s great to hear! Four is a good number, six is better. 😂
@om-nj2hw Жыл бұрын
Bless you for taking care of them!
@irenerojas6244 Жыл бұрын
I love this!
@alacransillamusical507 Жыл бұрын
I also have four that a rescued and they are awesome 😍💕
@michaelz6870 Жыл бұрын
Girl, same here! I've always been a dog person, but got sucked in by a feral black cat (people can b dumb about blk cats) then the mother had another batch and I'm up to four now! I'm turning into an old cat 🐈 lady! Strangely, getting him fixed hasn't mellowed him much; he also seems much sharper than his half-sister's. (Which is the opposite of my experience with dogs).
@buntglas_ Жыл бұрын
Props to Bertie for taking his job as a beta tester very seriously, pushing the boundaries of what the machine has to be able to handle.Thank you for this very informative review, it's very nice to watch, even though I have no need with just two cats. But maybe someday if I have more space and an excess of money. Can't wait for that catio video, it looks so beautiful!
@catsandcrafts171 Жыл бұрын
The catio looks stunning, doesn't it?! I'm looking forward to that video too. :)
@Moreofthatminecraft Жыл бұрын
😅
@slc1161 Жыл бұрын
I have 1 cat who is 18 and has kidney issues. I absolutely love the app and the information it stores on the number of times used.
@anniemilakovic7683 5 ай бұрын
lol I got a litter robot for just one cat after a few weeks of manual scooping
@melodiousmooose5301 Жыл бұрын
Omg thank you, KZfaq algorithm. I've been really hoping someone would cover ALL of them. A friend has been singing the praises of the 4 and I am SWEATING at that cost. Looking forward to part 2!
@MrJest2 Жыл бұрын
We wobbled over the cost of Litter Robots for well over a year before finally making the leap and purchasing. YMMV, but I have to say we've never looked back or regretted the decision. Just read up and be aware of what you are purchasing; they aren't "perfect" by any means... but to us, worlds better than manual boxes or even electrical "rake" systems like the ScoopFree or LitterMaid. Much less hassle and easier to clean up after.
@dawnnicolebaldwin_mavericks Жыл бұрын
Agreed! I was really hoping this would include a comparison of the different options, especially Leo's Loo Too since that's where I'm leaning compared to this one
@sungtongs Жыл бұрын
They are expensive but my husband and I got our 3 cats a refurbished litter robot through the manufacturer site with affirm or afterpay (can’t remember which payment system). Getting the refurb and splitting the cost over a few months was worth it.
@markeastridge9649 Жыл бұрын
Very looking forward to series. Two cats now with clumping clay, so at least one good scooping is now two and missing a day absolutely out of the question. … longevity of machine and ease of deep clean my big issues. Routine now is rotating a couple boxes with full clean and drying outside.
@KB-et9po Жыл бұрын
I’m probably going g to make the leap and purchase .. on small instalments. W Question for you those who have these. I have 2 cats now and 3 boxes in apartment- would I need just this one or still have an alternative litter box still
@patricktsui_uk Жыл бұрын
All six will need extra treats for the dedication they put to testing these units. Cheers!
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
Thanks Patrick, it’s much appreciated. I much prefer doing these videos than the camera ones!
@phoenixfire8978 Жыл бұрын
Extra fuel for the boxes
@catsandcrafts171 Жыл бұрын
I'm fascinated... I've never spent so much time watching someone else's cats peeing and pooping! I have one who is a 'high pee-er', even with the deepest trays, she manages to pee over the edge. I wouldn't care, but she's tiny, a Cornish Rex, at 2.7kg! But oh boy, can she get her bum high up. I'm seriously considering these machines, because I have 3 cats, and 2 are elderly, so I monitor their 'output' as best I can. It's amusing to me that I'm a connoisseur of which poop belongs to whom, not something I ever thought would be a point of pride! :D So yes, really looking forward to part 2, as $700 is a bit rich for my blood!
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Does your cat pee as high as Bert at the end of the video when it jets out of the Pura Max?
@catsandcrafts171 Жыл бұрын
Yep... they should have a contest! :D She somehow digs a trench for her front paws so her bum is even higher. When I had a litter tray with a lid, I could not understand why it smelled so bad all the time, even though it was cleaned properly. Then one day I picked it up and realised it was wet all down the side and had been soaking into the flooring. After that, I watched her technique and it was amazing how she managed to actually fire out the wee through the tiny gap between the tray and the lid! Now I don't bother with a lid, it was more trouble that it was worth. The trays are on large waterproof mats which go in the wash regularly. She's happy, I'm happy, and it's a compromise we can live with. :) But....... these fancy machines are REALLY tempting me. :D
@Meznuraie Жыл бұрын
@@catsandcrafts171 If you have a smell problem still, white vinegar gets rid of the pee smell like magic. You have to put up with the smell of vinegar for a few hours, but it fades quickly.
@catsandcrafts171 Жыл бұрын
@@Meznuraie Thank you! I've tried some special stuff for deterring animals from pee-ing on things, but the problem is... she's exactly where she should be for toileting, so I dont' want to put her off. The white vinegar idea is both cheap and sensible! I'm going to try that. :D
@thingdraw Жыл бұрын
This is some crazy production value with the sheer amount and type of camera shots.
@catsandcrafts171 Жыл бұрын
It's pretty clear why he's a wildlife videographer, isn't it? His videos are works of art!
@itsbradmin3423 Жыл бұрын
I think the fact that whisker was willing to help solve issues with there product is a MAJOR selling point for me. Knowing I’ll have good support from them is an incredible sense of relief. Plus it really shows they stand by their product.
@Towelie17 Жыл бұрын
Agreed - i had a malfunction on my robot 3 and reached out to their support outside of warranty. They sent me the part I needed (the pinch detector) and a part I might need (an optical sensor that was WAY more expensive) for free. Their support is top notch.
@SilverHairCare Жыл бұрын
I do agree but I also take this with a grain of salt as I’m sure they were aware of his channel and probably sent the machine free of cost as well so they probably would not send custom 3d printed beta parts out to just anyone. Honestly though the fact that they even listened and made a fix that will be sold publicly is awesome. But seriously if the litter robot didn’t win I’m dying to see who did!
@Stephanie-we5ep Жыл бұрын
Customer support is important enough for me that I was willing to pay a premium for a big name brand when I bought vacuum robot. Support after the sale really matters!
@newgtguy Жыл бұрын
Many many people are returning their LR4. I'm about to. The unit has serious issues. It very often freezes mid-cycle with a "Cat Sensor Fault" error. It simply isn't reliable enough to leave as the primary litterbox overnight. We fear it will become unusable while we are away. Google this and you will see. Customer service is overwhelmed often with wait times in excess of an hour.
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
Actually I worked with them to make this as it needed it. I tested out various designs. THAT’s why they send them out to me. My review speaks for itself.
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
Part 2 is delayed for various reasons, one of the biggest is a problem became apparent with the Popur after the edit was done, this changed things substantially. I’ve tried to get them to agree to say they will fix it for other people, and myself. I am giving them the time to decide but I can’t keep waiting. So far their replies have not been giving me a good feeling. Sorry for this delay. I need the be fair and if there are issues give the company a fair chance to respond. Update: I have to move forward with part 2 workout the response I was after from Popur. Expect part 2 to be out around 15 to the 17th January.
@betteramulet50 Жыл бұрын
Ahhhhh, two whole weeks! If your attention to detail and professional production value weren’t so excellent, I would be annoyed. Alas, I know that quality takes time. Thanks for doing this series, most of the cat-tubers I follow haven’t done an updated test of the full range out at the moment. I’m based in Australia, so the range is much, much smaller, and the price much, much higher. I’m low income, so I can’t afford to experiment with automatic litter boxes. But I also have a disability, so I can’t afford to keep taking 15-20 minutes each day emptying the litterbox out, especially when tired, overworked, and needing to study around work. I really need to make sure I pick the right litterbox to invest in from the start. I can already say with confidence that that my girl Etta will have the same issue as Bert/Burt. So glad to have that flaw and the fix pointed out! Thanks 😊
@wilson87j Жыл бұрын
I'm not even in the market for a litter box, but love the real man reviews! Keep up the amazing work!
@nickjonesing Жыл бұрын
Dang, I was hoping we could see the comparisons before Black Friday sales 😅
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
@@nickjonesing to be honest this is the only one that has a Black Friday sale offer on it in the series that I recommend.
@monicamares1396 Жыл бұрын
@@OneManFiveCats Actually, the Petkit Pura X and Pura Max are both discounted for Black Friday on Amazon. The X is $419 and the Max is $499. I know because I'm shopping around for an automated litter box and those discounted prices are mighty tempting compared to the LR4's $699 😬 But your video might have convinced me to bite the bullet and go for the LR4 based on Whisker's responsiveness, part availability, and future upgrades.
@dumm005 Жыл бұрын
It's like watching a David Attenborough documentary 😂 Thanks for this! Very informative 😸
@feynthefallen 11 күн бұрын
You have extraordinarily indulgent cats. If I brought home such a contraption, I would receive quite a scolding, and if that didn't work, probably an ultimatum delivered to my carpet.
@Aggressive_architect Жыл бұрын
I don’t have a cat (only a dog), but as engineer I watched the whole thing, and you’ve done an amazing job for product testing.
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
Thank you:)
@catladytrish9799 Жыл бұрын
In my personal opinion, at parents need to be dedicated just like this man is. KUDOS 👏 to you for being such a dedicated cat daddy!
@thatbapa Жыл бұрын
For the first time in almost two decades, I am not owned by a feline. But I'm preparing myself for a future where I'll definitely be a cat butler again and armed with the knowledge for choosing the best litter box. Can't wait for all these videos.
@lindanc816 10 ай бұрын
"Cat Butler" 😂😂 I love this and it is the perfect description❤❤
@kpopstansara5604 Жыл бұрын
I'd like to personally thank Bertie for representing my girl's weird peeing habits and giving all of these boxes a fair test lol. Your videos are amazing. Thank you so much for all the time, money, and effort you put forth to help us make decisions on what kind of self cleaning litter box would fit our households best - and if it's worth it!
@kaguila Жыл бұрын
ONE OF THE MOST PLEASURABLE REVIEWS TO WATCH! Thank you for taking the time to do this. I was hesitant to watch at first because of the length, but it does not feel like a long video. I know that making quality videos is a lot of work. Thank you for not only taking the time to do the great review but thank you for the CREATIVE touch! Thank you for not just sitting in front of the camera and talking. The music, the extra cameras, the humor and the integration of the story of your cats make it such a pleasure to watch. But even more important, it is helping the viewer to become more familiar with the "feel" of the product rather than just the "specs." Especially on such expensive products. Thank you!!
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! 🙂
@cossackgirl_ZP Жыл бұрын
Isnt he awesome? He is a pro filmmaker) he def knows what he is doing ❤
@IhabFahmy Жыл бұрын
The detail. The editing. The humour. And the fact that you're not afraid to take the machines apart and improve them. Well done. Looking forward to part 2.
@laarmour200 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, as a crazy cat lady who helps multiple rescues with indie fostering and hospice; I've been researching for weeks to help ease the litter duty. Your video was very concise and gave real-life issues that every cat parent knows will happen (pee).
@pjn931 Жыл бұрын
Bought a LR4 last year, the lead time was about 6 weeks. It delivered within the lead time window and my 15 years of scooping ended. Errors here and there, but nothing that has put the cats at risk. My cats took to the LR4 in no time, Whisker really nailed it with this device, I don't think I've ever felt more satisfied with an expensive functional piece of tech. I smile ear to ear when it's time to replace the bag. Great Video, I agree with all of your opinions on this product! A must for multi cat owners.
@erikjm Жыл бұрын
Vertical peeing is such a challenge. Really glad you were able to point out the issue to the manufacture and they are addressing. I’ll be watching for the updated fence to come standard and ready to buy.
@cindimams4394 Жыл бұрын
I’m on kitty number 2 and growing weary of cleaning litter every day thinking about one of these. Thank you!
@ScottIsMyName Жыл бұрын
Given the cost on these things, the long term reviews are appreciated.
@beckajean Жыл бұрын
props to you sir! this was a brilliant review and my favorite so far. i actually watched the entire thing. your catio is absolutely breathtaking.
@adoxographiccontent Жыл бұрын
I've been super tempted with this machine, and your review has really helped!
@judey814 Жыл бұрын
Excellent review, thank you for the calm delivery 😊. Looking forward to part two!
@BeastlyBones Жыл бұрын
Really appreciate the review! I'm looking forward to Part 2!
@Fyralynn Жыл бұрын
I've been waiting for the video for so long! So glad to finally see it out!
@KatIamKat Жыл бұрын
Great video! Loved all of the fun & creative camera angles, the dedication of putting your cameras into the litter box/bin, bags was definitely something notable haha. Thanks for the video! I already have the LR4, but this really helped me learn even more about the machine itself.
@thefingerofgod69 Жыл бұрын
How do you know if you are a cat person? You watch a video on cat poop and pee and look forward to the sequel. 🤣
@luxurycardstore Жыл бұрын
The way you know you are a real cat person is when you don't have any cats because your landlord doesn't allow pets and you watch every minute of these videos. I consider it research for when I buy a house next year (2023) and the first "accessory" I want to furnish it with is 2 kittens. (Yes I know I have to wait until they're old enough to use a self cleaning box)
@chaosmerchant Жыл бұрын
This was an incredible watch - like a mini documentary and you are so witty 😊
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
Thank you. 😊
@rhondawilhite2048 Жыл бұрын
Great review and love your family! Looking for a new automatic box so can't wait for part 2
@autumn_vasch Жыл бұрын
Appreciate your dedication to detail on these videos and also to your cats.
@HotdogWithSauce Жыл бұрын
The thing I enjoyed the most about this video (although all of it was great) was how incredible that catio is at night! 😍
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
Thanks, you should watch that section properly here: Bertie and the Catio kzfaq.info/get/bejne/m8xmmMuHld2uYKs.html
@deborahgale Жыл бұрын
I created a catio at my townhouse it and it has been invaluable. It also functions as a safe yet enjoyable place to secure the cats if the front door needs to be opened and left open for workmen etc. Certainly better than being locked in a bathroom. The thing I enjoyed the most was the process. I am a problem solver and really enjoyed this video from that perspective as well as from the perspective of a feline devotee. I have an outdoor shower in the corner of my catio. It is like standing under a waterfall in the rainforest. I am working on turning it into a sensor so they can cool off whenever they like in summer. #catprojectsarelyfe
@deandraburns8225 Жыл бұрын
Your videos are beautifully done and I LOVE that you’ve taken the time to do a legit review of these cat boxes. ❤️ Can’t wait to see more about these boxes and what your opinions are about all of them. Currently trying to find the best one to buy. With 4 cats, I think it’s time to upgrade our potty box situation. Thank you
@kinetik2000 2 ай бұрын
Wow, I never thought I'd have as much fun watching a self-cleaning litter box review, keep it up man, great work!
@m1yuk1chan Жыл бұрын
Your reviews are the best and the most thorough out there 😎👍
@makaylapoll4763 Жыл бұрын
Thank you ❤️ this was super informative and I've been using a regular box we just can't afford to get something this amazing right now. But I appreciate all the information you have shared and shown. Beautiful fur babies to.
@Lynn-vs4uu Жыл бұрын
What a great review! I really want the litter robot 4 but my old lady kitty definitely is a side pee-er, not as high as your berty, but still enough that I was glad to learn about this problem! It was really impressive that they acknowledged the issue! Can't wait to see the fence they come up with get released
@telezon7206 Жыл бұрын
Great video! Your last one on the topic actually convinced me to grab the LitterRobot 3, and I'm very happy with it after over a year of use! Lollipop's kicking cracked me up, and I can't wait to meet Sevvy and hear their story! Cheers!
@danastumpf7541 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic!!! Absolute gratitude for amazing and comprehensive review! Super cute kitties too!!
@Annie-kx3cr Жыл бұрын
I have no words for how much I enjoyed this review! It was so informative and your narrating style is very entertaining. You could easily narrate audible books or even a nice nature series LOL. Thank you!!
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
Thank you. 😊
@suzannemartinez3137 Жыл бұрын
You and me both. 😂
@Jazzy_ Жыл бұрын
Yes! Exactly the review content I was looking for ☺️ I just ordered the 4 using your link! Thank you for being so thorough!
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@ARDreamy Жыл бұрын
That naughty litter kicker was having too much fun, lol!
@Crys_Kris Жыл бұрын
thank you for the details. Each cat is gorgeous! Looking for to part 2, and this has helped in my decision between the two Whisker items.
@constanceklagge Жыл бұрын
I just got 2 litter box 4's . Never owned any automatic boxes before. I will be unboxing them soon. Love your review and kitties. Catio is awesome.
@jencoleman0504 Жыл бұрын
We need this for our 3 cats! Fantastic review!
@willie829 Жыл бұрын
Thanks! This was exactly the kind of review I've been waiting for for this litterbox. Looking forward to part 2
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
Thank you Willie 🙂
@rebekahbaldock2673 Жыл бұрын
I love the quality of this video, so thorough, so well presented! Love all your kitties, and I NEED to see more of your catio
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
Thanks Rebekah, am working hard on that video too. You can see lots more of my cats and the catio at instagram.com/thebloomcats
@rustyshackleford6598 Жыл бұрын
I’ve used litter robot for a number of years now. I got the litter robot 2, after it but the dust I got a litter robot 3 in December of 2018. I’ve had various issues some minor and one major issue. I appreciate how detailed you set out to be in your review and how you acknowledged that down the road there probably will be some hiccups.
@transammatt Жыл бұрын
Can not wait for part 2? The best in-depth review that I’ve seen on KZfaq. You are really good at making videos, I know a lot of time went into it.❤
@karinpeppler9164 Жыл бұрын
Ich möchte den popur x5 pro kaufen. Leider gibt es nur noch die basisversion zu kaufen. Kennt hier jemand einen shop wo man noch die pro version kaufen kann?
@karinpeppler9164 Жыл бұрын
Ich wohne in Deutschland und dort gibt es keinen shop wo man ihn kaufen kann, leider!
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
Thanks :) enjoy part 2
@yonutz333 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video, love your storytelling style and the details on the machines. You've won a subscriber, want to see part 2...
@autumnsymphonia Жыл бұрын
i love this, thank you so much for your extremely detailed review!
@CoZmicShReddeR Жыл бұрын
Thanks! I have two 15 to 16 lbs cats male and female and I use the Tidy Cats Breeze XL Litter Box System and after this I'll stay with it. I think it's great you took all your time making this as I am a Geek and yeah was thinking about buying one for years but I clean mine out in the morning and when I get home from work or whenever I think necessary. I'll share this on my Social media as I know a few people that use these. I love your outdoor sanctuary! ;)
@nedflanders3769 Жыл бұрын
Great video. I had the LR3 for about 3 years and I found it worked very well despite occasional glitches. I agree the LR4 is definitely an improvement, though, especially the noise level. Thanks for the tip about connecting it to a wifi enabled plug, that’s a great idea. You should make whisker pay you for your pee guard idea!
@patchyxx Жыл бұрын
23:45 is my favorite clip! Bert and Percy look amazing for being 16 years old. Thanks so much for this review. I have 3 kitties and 3 standard boxes, but I might want to take the plunge and get this machine as we are expecting a baby next year. It will be a relief to have a cleaner home and not have to worry about more than enough poo every day.
@MidgeArts Жыл бұрын
OH MY GOSH THANK YOUU I have 8 cats and have a struggle staying ontop of their boxes. its wonderful to see someone else with a lot of cats use a machine like this
@Mrs.Fineapple Жыл бұрын
Sir, did you just start your intro from the belly of the beast? 😁 Incredible! When I search for review videos this is what I’m looking for. I would literally purchase whatever you recommend. Your video was informative, thorough and thoughtfully executed. I’ve never seen anything like it on Cat KZfaq. Thank you for taking the time to make this for us. Instant follow! 🥰
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much. 😊
@OurCatioHome Жыл бұрын
Very helpful content! Another adorable production today! Happy Thanksgiving. 🦃
@Laniefairy Жыл бұрын
Thank you and your team of...experts :P so very very much for going through the trouble of investigating these!
@cafemaxpages Жыл бұрын
waiting for part 2, thanks for this amazing review
@givowl2160 Жыл бұрын
Love how much work you put into the shots, the cinematography is very well done! Makes me curious if your full time job relates to film. It will also help people make the right decision with a expensive item. Really looking forward to part 2, and how you built the catio
@philipbloom Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much. Yes I am a filmmaker when I am not filming cat poop! 😂
@firefly2508 Жыл бұрын
Your catio looks amazing...you have some spoiled cats indeed! They can enjoy the outdoors without killing the birds in the process 😂
@Mike_Dubayou Жыл бұрын
Super easy, barely an inconvenience! That line alone earned my sub 😂
@ashleyj.daniels44 Жыл бұрын
This is so great! Been thinking about taking the plunge and this is such useful and comprehensive information, thank you so much! Subscribed.
@amydefalco3730 Жыл бұрын
Great review. I think we'll end up purchasing a Litter Robot 4 for our own (6) cats since this one seems to be the most reliable of the bunch (with the least amount of annoying problems).
@buckeyepelican Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the very detailed review. I am One Woman Three Cats (Four counting a visiting cat) and have been considering the robotic cat box for awhile. Years ago, I had one of the first self-cleaning cat boxes on the market and was thrilled with it. (It was a birthday gift and one of the best I'd ever received!) I am looking forward to learning more about my options. Thank you again, and what a lovely bunch of kitties, and very beautiful catio!
@danniblade9423 Жыл бұрын
That was hilarious! Love your video. Great work.
@andreacleofas2456 Жыл бұрын
you cannot imagine my glee after stumbling upon this video and your channel as a whole!!!! thank you algorithm gods!!!!! you work is amazing and i love all the cats and their different personalities and wow the production quality of your videos are SUPERB holy cow thank you for everything!!!
@philipbloom Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much 🙂
@Lunainin Жыл бұрын
Looking forward to part 2! these litter boxes cost a fortune so I want to make the right choice and weigh my options :) Btw lovely outdoor cage you have for your furry friends
@philipbloom Жыл бұрын
Thank you :) I prefer to call it a catio than a “cage” 😂
@mikestamm3608 6 ай бұрын
I wanted to mention also that your direct comparison of multiple different auto litter boxes is unbelievably helpful. I am obsessive with FOMO when it comes to choosing between similar products, and online reviews are always suspect to me, so thanks for showing us the differences in how they are made and how they work. A dose of visual honesty on the internet - how unusual!
@nicolegraves8523 6 ай бұрын
Thank you for your thorough review of multiple devices! As a new cat mom, I’m o obsessed with your objective reviews. Hard to find people that aren’t reviewing free of sponsorship
@mrychards6682 Жыл бұрын
So there's potentially an advantage to me living near Detroit? 😂 Thanks for the informative review. Have wondered about the litter robots. I'll be watching for part 2. Good to know about the weight limitations, too. I don't have small cats at present, but that could change!
@drotalion Жыл бұрын
This review is just awesome. I am an IT developer and my girlfriend is a vet. We currently own a LR3 and are developing our own automatic litter robot. We are glad you saw the same problems we saw ourselfs which pushed us towards our own solution. I would really appreciate, if you could test ours as well, when the time comes! Just awesome review mate!
@LhFe16 Жыл бұрын
Wish you best of luck 🙌 we truly need a fully functional self cleaning litterbox its almost insane that we've reached 2023 and not one product solves these issues with a reasonable price
@Stephanie-we5ep Жыл бұрын
If you could please create one that doesn't require costly bins or bags, has a fairly compact foorprint while not sounding like a jet taking off that would be so nice! Currently I have one that uses plastic bins that cost an arm and a leg and pretty well fails to accomplish the other two.
@drotalion Жыл бұрын
@@LhFe16 the problem will be probably the price. Since we don't use cheap labour from oversees and disposable electronic scrap which should break in a year, the price goes up significantly. This is indeed a problem we don't have a solution without having to compromise on quality or functionality. You also have to consider, server cost money and there is no monthly fee to use the app.
@drotalion Жыл бұрын
@@Stephanie-we5ep this is indeed one of our biggest points! Our prototype we are testing since 3 months is using standardized 60l thrashbags you can buy from discounter in Germany. I hope these things are also available in most countries. Since environment is an issue for us, our robot can a) handle natural litter like cats best, since betonite litter is bad for the environment b) we try to use high quality 3rd party parts whenever possible c) all mechanical parts are overdimonsioned and should be functioning for multiple decades (calculated). Also spare parts will be easily available. d) we are using whenever possible a biodegradable and recyclable plastic for mechanical parts. About the sound: to be able to support natural litter and also very fine filter which cleans the litter very good, we added a vibration motor. You can disable it on the app and take a bigger filter, your litter will not be very clean afterwards though. Since I am a hobby pilot, I can guarantee you, it doesn't sound like a jet motor! But it may be a bit loud. At this point, it is a trade off between very clean litter and loudness. You can set up the vibration strength and deactivate vibrations on the app though, which is at least a bit relieve...
@LhFe16 Жыл бұрын
@@drotalion im gonna be honest with you mate, the app idea is fancy and all, but personally id be happy just having a functional piece of equipment that would clean up with a press of a button. If the cost is high for server and app maintenance consider entering the market with a self cleaning litterbox with minimum requirements and test the market with it purely on functionality aspect, then when you've got some cash going and better understanding of the market, develop the app as an extra step
@jonathanpalacio2785 7 ай бұрын
In the past, I have always been a huge Phillip Bloom, fan, and coming across. This video was awesome! Shout out Philip bloom in carry on the awesome work!!
@purplesalt152 4 ай бұрын
What a great review. As someone who own 6 cats as well I decided to pull the plug and buy it as well. Thank you for all the effort you put into this video.
@chipbrandstetter Жыл бұрын
Tremendous.
@leahmariewrites Жыл бұрын
These machines are quite an investment, and there are an awful lot of things to consider, which is why your thoughtful and thorough review will be very much appreciated! This has got to be the best litter robot review out there! Curious if you had any pooper-bloopers during the course of filming?? Never seen such enthusiastic litter flinging!😂❤️🐾 #bloomcatfans 🥰
@KentHambrock Жыл бұрын
Amazingly detailed review. Thanks for taking the time to do this, I'm very much looking forward to the next videos in the series. Also, the quality of the b-roll here is so much higher than I expected for a litterbox review. xD
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
Thank you. Filming is my job after all! 🙂
@flamflam6652 Жыл бұрын
Top notch production quality!
@catladytrish9799 Жыл бұрын
I like the way you showed the "kicker" lol Our Tabby girl has ocd so she'll kick and kick and kick. The thing which concerns me is there's only a small area for the cat to sit inside the box. How much litter does it hold exactly? Our extra large hooded litter box holds 40 lbs, giving each cat their own personal space. My tuxedo male sprays on the back of the box and runs down. My Tabby girl uses the right side middle and our Maine Coon because she's large prefers the front by the opening. I leave the flip door up so it's easier for her. Since I'm ocd, I clean out the litter box 5 times a day. I'm still not convinced a Robot would be best for our cat kids. Thank you for your amazing videos! They've been a huge help!
@MrJest2 Жыл бұрын
They look small at first glance, especially compared to traditional rectangular boxes, but none of our cats have any problem (a quite floofy but objectively smaller 8lb, and two 15lb cats) with them. Since the interior is globular, while the "sandy area" is about 12" in diameter the available space for them to move around in is much larger, and that seems to be mostly what matters to them. Especially since the litter patch is "clean" every time they use it, so they aren't spending time shuffling around looking for an unused area. Our youngest does tend to put his front paws on the "fence" area and stick his head and shoulders outside the globe, but that's just him wanting to be able to watch outside the unit for sneak attacks. He's still got plenty of room inside on the occasions he does go fully into the globe. 😺
@rebekahsprlyan6982 Жыл бұрын
I’d love one of these solutions for my four cats! I have a Bert pee-er too. I’ve not seen any of you videos before and I loved watching this one!! Your cats are gorgeous 😁
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I hope you enjoy the rest of the videos on this channel. 🙂
@gauntful Жыл бұрын
Awesome editing , really good job
@venomdealer790 Жыл бұрын
Cats are really the king of the internet. I effin love cats…gosh, i wouldn’t live without em.
@justwatching5188 Жыл бұрын
Love your videos! Probably coming in part 2 but in case somebody came to your house and stole all your litter robots, which one would you buy again? And did you have all (or several) litter robots in a room at the same time and which one was the favourite of the cats?
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
Yep you need to wait until the end! The journey is the best bit but would you go on it if I just told you the answer? 🤔
@justwatching5188 Жыл бұрын
@@OneManFiveCats Yes, would still watch. Resident cat says he just wants to do his business with a robot Percy approves of.
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
@@justwatching5188 Percy used them all. 😂
@justwatching5188 Жыл бұрын
@@OneManFiveCats Resident cat is still waiting for part 2? Please?
@rheam3920 Жыл бұрын
I want to see an automatic litter box specifically made for bigger cats like maine coons. Even though they can technically use these, I just feel like there will be a lot more cleaning to do because the litter area doesnt look wide enough. Great review though, looking forward to the second part.
@kiernanscanlon8965 Жыл бұрын
Glad to see they upgraded the litter robot! I had a 3 that I used for perhaps a year and then moved ... and well never set it up again. I had problems with the litter building up in spots, the bonnet not fitting properly after some time, the box sensor getting messed up, and found deep cleaning to be less than idea. It definitely seems like they made improvements!
@tlynn7043 Жыл бұрын
The catio you have is 🙀. My cats would love that. Thanks for the review !!
@LifeDIY Жыл бұрын
Incredibly helpful video! Thank you. Did the company ever fix the leak issue? My cat has the same problem (vertical) and I probably won't get this unless it is fixed. I like your DIY approach but I hope the company would just fix it instead, esp for that price point! My only other issue is that one of my cat's refuses to use a box with a cover. It seems to offend her so much (though she has four other boxes to choose from) that she will go to the location of that box and pee on the carpet instead.
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
Thank you. This video is only a video week old so everything in it is very new. Did you see the section about the new fence they made? That stopped the leaks for me. I don’t know if they will change the design of the LR4 to stop it happening as I think they are painted into a corner with the two piece design. I think the fence system is going to be the only way to stop it for now. I haven’t had a speck of pee go through since I started using it. 🙃
@LifeDIY Жыл бұрын
@@OneManFiveCats Thank you so much! I think I might have missed that part. I will rewatch it! And, I'm probably going to buy this. So thank you! My son will be so happy. This was so helpful!
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
@@LifeDIY it’s at 22:11🙂
@LifeDIY Жыл бұрын
@@OneManFiveCats Thank you so much!!! So helpful!
@LifeDIY Жыл бұрын
And I am SO HAPPY the leak issue was fixed. I must get this. I currently have litter boxes all over the place and I keep wasting money on them. I need this!
@Sarah-cq1vb Жыл бұрын
You should try the cat genie. You are supposed to never have to manually clean it. You just add cleaning cartridges and litter occasionally. It hooks up to water and a drain and uses a special litter designed to not absorb anything so it can wash the litter between each use. I would be interested in your thoughts on that litter box with multiple cats
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
please read the pinned comment, Sarah. I don't give my full thoughts on it in that review but I've had in 7 years and it misses poo constantly and then bakes it when it dries the litter which smells awful. AVOID
@daisywheel8820 Жыл бұрын
I love your videos. Your cats help to fill a hole in my heart where a cat should be.
@johntexan4165 Жыл бұрын
They should have an option for collar tags that you can assign to a cat and program to your device. Btw, this is by far the best review out there. Very thorough with details, experiences, issues and fixes, and you had a great testing staff.
@RamoArt Жыл бұрын
I just want to say that I really respect a man who dedicates so much time to filming his cats taking a shit, editing all the footage, analyzing his cats shitting habits and compiling pros and cons for the litter boxes.
@morgangordon Жыл бұрын
Phillip, I’ve been following you for many years. Thank you for the inspiring content.
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
Thank you. 🙂
@MalinaCC Жыл бұрын
This review is so incredibly helpful and thorough! I am on the hunt for a good automatic litter box. Hope you post more reviews soon 😊
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
Thank you Malina 🙂
@michelepulli3093 Жыл бұрын
Loved your in depth review! I have six myself indoors..two I am babysitting and one bottle baby....three strays outside I am feeding and sheltering ( heated) and working on trapping...thank you!!
@zoeclearwater Жыл бұрын
Somehow KZfaq recommended your video and loved it. One of the best review videos on KZfaq ever. Looking forward to more videos even just of the cats on you beautiful catio
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
Thank you Zoe. I can’t wait to share my THREE PART Catio video. There’s so much to cover and I don’t want to make it one video lasting an hour!
@kumarsa108 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic videos. Well done and thank you. I have had an LR3 for 4 years for my two Birmans. Scarily expensive purchase to begin with, but in the end such a good investment. Thank you for your hard work and exceptional videos. Sanj, UK.
@spicynoodleboi Жыл бұрын
Yes, I'm having issues with the leak! Awesome to see your solution.
@teagoldleaf4137 Жыл бұрын
Your videos are both informative and entertaining. As a cat guardian, I value your opinion and appreciate your thorough approach. Thanks for your high caliber content High value channel 👍
@OneManFiveCats Жыл бұрын
Thank you :)
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