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1. A de-shedding glove to tackle your furry friend’s grooming routine with such ease, they’ll think you’re just really lovin’ up on them when you use it. And now you can sit on your couch (or in your car) without being covered in fur, too. 🥲
Promising review: "I love this brand of gloves. I find it works very well on short- and medium-hair cats and on a German shepherd mix with a soft undercoat. The gloves are not easy to clean completely. If you’re very fussy about cleaning this completely, a quick rinse under running water will take the hair off the blue part, and a lint roller will remove the hair from the back. I love being able to buy single gloves as I tend to use just one on my dominant hand for cats. For a large dog I use both at once. This is by far the most effective brand of deshedding glove that I have used. Due to its larger surface it takes off more fur more quickly than a comb or brush teeth deshedding tool." —K.
Get it from Amazon for $12.09+ (available in four colors).
2. A carpet cleaning solution for anyone whose cat has a designated "puke spot" on the carpet, and not to mention the remnants of the occasional accident and shed fur that are buried deep down in the fibers. If you're this close *pinches fingers together* to ripping up the carpet — try out this biodegradable and non-toxic cleaner (adored by over 9,000 5-star rating reviewers, BTW) and ugly cry at your carpets looking and smelling like new.
Promising reviews: "I use this in my carpet cleaner about once a month due to being a cat foster parent who often has litters of kittens. This carpet solution, in combo with my carpet cleaner helps get the 'cat room' back to factory settings after each litter of kittens has found their forever home. The scent is crisp but not overwhelming and as long as you use the rinse setting on the machine after the clean setting, I don’t think it causes any allergies in the cats." —Mackenna
"My carpets had been cleaned a very long time ago. We have two cats with long hair. The carpets looked terrible. I hadn't intended on cleaning them myself, but replacing them, but I couldn't stand them anymore. I researched carpet shampoos and this one kept coming up. It made my carpets look amazing! It got out stains that had been there for years. You must put in the heavy work, ie, pretreat, shampoo, and rinse well. Wow, I'm so happy." —Jackie0972
Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in three scents and two sizes).
3. An air purifier — if you have a dog or cat (or several), this will help you manage the quality of air inside your home, working to eliminate pet dander, dust, and odors that might be kicked up every time you walk across the room. Plus, it's whisper-quiet so that you can have it on in the background and not even notice it's running!
It captures not only pet dander and odors but also smoke, pollen, and other indoor irritants that can be harmful. One air purifier can cover up to 258 square feet of space. Just remember to replace the filter every 6–8 months!
Promising review: "I live behind one of the city's largest parks; which is beautiful, but also causes me more than frequent sinus issues. And, on top of that, I have three cats (one of which has slight case of asthma). I often wake up stuffy. I've tried air purifiers before but none seemed to work until I tried this and, WOW, what a difference a GOOD/REAL air purifier can make! I absolutely love it (and so does my cat). Since I started using it, no more stuffy mornings and I honestly haven't seen nor heard my cat wheezing even once. This machine works so well that I'm considering to buy one or two more, so I can have one in each room. Plus it's not loud (unless you have it on highest setting). Thank goodness I stumbled on this, just wish I had bought more than one. ;)" —James B.
Get it from Amazon for $79.99 (available in black or white).
4. A cat litter deodorizer because no one likes walking into a house that smells like a dirty litter box, but who has time to clean it out every day? This odor-absorbing powder keeps your space smelling its best and even works on multi-cat homes!
Promising review: "The only thing that truly works! Having had cats my entire life, I have tried probably everything on the market that claims to eliminate cat litter smell and nothing ever has done what this does. I have a male and female cat and I cannot smell litter after using this. No smell! It’s amazing!" —Meghan
Get it from Amazon for $11.97.
Rocco & Roxie is a family-owned small business (including their pup and kitty) that creates products for every pet owners needs, including grooming, cleaning, accessories, as well as toys and treats to make your fur-ever friend happy as a clam.
5. The TikTok-famous Bissell Little Green carpet and upholstery cleaner that tackles those stubborn stains like pet vomit, feces, urine, mud, etc. on your favorite furniture and not just your carpet, but also your stuffed animals, curtains, car interiors, really anything upholstery-ish you can think up.
This thing is a miracle worker! I have a one year old chow chow puppy, and we've successfully entered the no-more-accidents-in-the-house phase of life 🙌 , but I had five months of poorly-cleaned stains from vomit and urine on my carpets that needed some serious power put behind them. I nabbed the Little Green on a discount during Fall Prime Day and a week later, my puppy threw up SEVEN times after a later dinner and very exciting round of the zoomies throughout the night. Long story short: this portable carpet cleaner removed every single stain, including older stains that I thought had set into the carpet and were a lost cause, and I learned I can use it on my couch from a previous vinegar and baking soda stain! If you have pets or children, I seriously recommend adding this portable cleaner to your arsenal. I wish it came with a storage bag because I literally take it to other people's houses to tackle their stains. So satisfying!
Promising review: "I was actually quite disappointed in this product when I first received it, I was under the impression that it would steam clean as well, but no. All it is, is a very strong wet vac and you have to use the Bissell solution to really see real results. We have a cat, and like every cat owner out there, the cat occasionally attempts to hurl hairballs, leaving a pukey mess on various carpeted, upholstered surfaces. This little vac does the job beautifully, leaving no puke trace. Obviously, if the puke is fresher, I do fewer passes, but even with hardened puke patches, I give the liquid a moment to soak and vacuum it all up without much of a mess. It's a deceptively simple machine that works perfectly and I highly recommend it to all fur parents." —petrichor
Get it from Amazon for $96.78+ (available in six configurations).
6. A self-cleaning slicker brush — to deal with *all* the shedding that will inevitably occur, its retractable-bristled design means all you do is press a button to remove all the hair you brushed off, plus the angled wires make for top-notch detangling! It's perfect if your furry companion is one with a "long hair, don't care" kind of attitude.
Hi, Negesti, here. 👋 You've read about me having a now, one year old chow chow puppy, well THIS, let me say it in bold THIS BRUSH HERE is quite possibly the most important pet tool I own. It gets everything out of his fur from burrs, thistles, mud, slobber, dirt, and whatever else gets in there! I use it daily, seriously, and it has yet to fail me. My favorite part is being able to click the button and the fur just peels right off the brush, no digging or struggling around bristles like a regular comb at all. I wish I had one of these for my own detangling process. Plus, he loves it! I can literally brush him while he sleeps, no problem. Get it. GET IT NOW. Also, it literally has over 68,000 5-star ratings, so I'm not the only one.
Promising review: "I have a Maine Coon that’s a fluff ball and always needing a good comb out. This is by far the best in a long line of similar products that fill up quickly and require you to peel off the fur. The retracting head makes it easy to remove hair you’ve just combed from your pet, and they’ll love the supple but sturdy combs. It’s 'next level' and just works great." —L. Beggins
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
7. A bag of premium clumping litter, which boasts a hard-working odor-control, dust-free, and low-tracking formula. Over 46,000 people have rated this 5 stars for a damn good reason.
Promising review: "Love Dr. Elsey's cat litter! I have tried several brands throughout the years with my cats and this one clumps nice and it doesn’t stick to the bottom of the pan hardly at all. If it does stick a little, it will scoop off easily. It has almost NO DUST and the litter barely sticks to my cat’s paws. This litter is superior over all of the brands I have tried. It also has good odor control too. I smell it a little bit but not as much as some of the other brands. If you’re thinking about trying Dr. Elsey’s litter, go for it, I don’t think you would be disappointed... Make sure you get the ULTRA litter. I have tried the other ones and they are pretty good too, but this one is the best out of all of Dr. Elsie’s litter." —Roku Fan
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
8. Plus, this double-layered litter mat created with a honeycomb design to catch and trap litter your cat might track onto the floor. And whenever you're ready to clean, just press the sides in to open the mat and dump it out (into the litter box or trash)! This way, you don't have to worry about stepping on crunching litter while walking barefoot across your carpeted floors.
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Jenae Sitzes uses these protectors, and here's what she has to say: "I've been using this trapper mat for months now, and while it's pretty much impossible to eliminate all litter from your home if you own even one cat, let alone multiple, this mat has made keeping the floor of my litter box room MUCH more manageable. Unlike other mats, where the litter just kind of sits on top and eventually gets kicked elsewhere, this mat is designed so that the litter falls through the holes and stays inside the mat until you're ready to dump it. It's made out of an EVA material that's supposed to be gentle enough for cat paws, and my two kitties don't seem to have a problem walking on it. I *highly* recommend getting the larger 30-by-24-inch mat to extend the coverage area — I initially got the smaller one but went back for the larger size, and it's perfect. Note that the mat will probably have a fold down the middle when it first arrives, but just give it some time and weigh it down with something if needed; it'll lay flat."
Promising review: "I have three indoor cats, and they used to track cat litter everywhere in my house! I mean, it was everywhere! Since I've been using this mat, the amount of cat litter that gets tracked around has been reduced by about 95%. I'm not exaggerating. I used to have to vacuum up the tracked litter several times a day. Now I vacuum it up about once a week, and it's still less than I used to have in one day. I wish I had gotten this mat years ago. My cats even love the texture of it, and roll around on it frequently. You don't really even have to empty it. You can vacuum the litter out of it with a dust buster or hose attachment. It truly is miraculous!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $11.89+ (available in two sizes and five colors).
9. The uber-popular Chom Chom pet hair remover that's earned over 113,000 5-star ratings from reviewers whose leggings, sweatshirts, couch cushions, cars, and more are now (temporarily) cat hair-free after each use. If a member of your family happens to have four legs and very long hair, this is a must-buy.
I just got one of these, and I use it on everything. My chow chow puppy is only a year old, so when I got this, I hadn't even experienced his true shedding season, but he's already started leaving fur any and everywhere around my house. This roller keeps my couch, bed, blankets, and definitely my clothes, looking like I don't even have a dog at home. It's my new favorite product, seriously.
Promising review: "This thing is awesome! If you have pets in your house, and they get on the couch, armchairs, or anything that seems to magnetize their hair to it, this thing will suck up the hair in no time! Super simple to use and is SELF cleaning! Once you've used it across a few pieces of furniture (or rug, coat, shirt, etc.,) just open the back of it and remove all the hair to the waste can. We have a large 10x12 foot rug in our living room, and two cats that seem to love to roll around on it. I've vacuumed the rug plenty of times to try and get all the cat hair out of it. The other day I decided to use this tool on it and it only took about 15 minutes to clean the whole 10x12 foot rug AND it looked to me to do a better job in less time then the vacuum ever did. Of course I did vacuum the rug first to get the dirt and crumbs and such up. But after that I used this tool to go over it specifically to pull up the cat hair and it was worth it! Highly recommend this device to all pet owners — a thousand times better then those rolly tape things that you have to keep peeling off layer after layer every few passes and buying refills by the dozen. This just works, and is self cleaning, and doesn't require any refills of any kind! If you have pets (and kids) in the house, do yourself a favor and get this, you'll be glad you did." —iflogic
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
10. A citrus pet odor eliminator to use on *any* surface that your pet might consider a great potty spot, including tile, carpet, non-leather furniture, and more. It's designed to make sure your pet doesn't find their go-to spot after cleaning, and you can keep working on successfully potty training them.
Promising review: "I used this on our carpet. My daughter's cat started peeing in the corner. I paid a lot of money to have a company come out and use an enzyme cleaner on just the corner. It did not take the order away!! I used this cleaner, and IT WORKED!! I can’t believe it, but the cat pee smell is completely gone! I even got down on my hands and knees to smell the carpet…this stuff is amazing!!!!" —Lori
Get it from Amazon for $19.97.
11. ORRRR an odorless odor eliminator spray that helps get rid of staining and smells with an enzyme-eating formula you'll love *without* any fragrance to cover it up! Plus, you can even use it on your pet if the stinkiness seems to emanate from them.
My best friend swears by this enzyme cleaner — she says it's the only product that's actually gotten rid of any odors after cleaning up an accident left by her beloved cat, Winston.
And of course, check the ingredients (or with your vet) and do a spot test before spraying down your cat!
Promising reviews: "Loved that I could use this on all items related to my kittens. Sprayed down their cat tunnel toys, their stuffed animals, the carpet they played on, their cat bed AND to wipe down my kittens. You would not know I have 3 kittens and 1 adult cat if you come into my house. No cat smells, including no litter box smells!! Highly recommended." —Luana Aiona
"I have a cat with, shall we say, 'digestive issues.' After his visits to the litter box, at times I would literally gag, it smelled so bad. And to make matters worse, the whole house would stink in a matter of time. And stay that way. I have lost count of the things I have tried - scented candles, endless deodorants and air fresheners. Some worked better than others but they all just 'covered up' the scent. Until this stuff. This is nothing short of miraculous. He goes, I cover and then spray it into the box and into the air — and the smell is not just covered but GONE. As in no trace of it at all. Now, you have to use several sprays in the air but no lie, the smell is just gone as if it never was. Even if I come home and he used the box while I was gone and the whole house smells, this gets rid of it — immediately. A miracle in a bottle, for me at least." —Angela Prose
Get it from Amazon for $23.97+ (available in multipacks).
12. A UV black light flashlight if you can smell the pee but cannot see it. 🤨 Shine this handy light in the dark and finally find the source of your kitty's favorite spot when they're ~relieving~ some big feelings or marking their territory when you're not around.
Promising review: "I adopted a male cat that hadn't been fixed. Naturally, he sprayed and I couldn't find the source. This thing is allowing me to hold on to my sanity. Every day I come home from work, whip out the flash light and see what my cat has been up to. Sometimes you can't tell if it's picking up urine or something else, but overall it's a great product." —OM
Get it from Amazon for $10.79.
13. A length-adjustable pet hair broom that might end up replacing your vacuum (just kidding, you'll still want to vacuum because of dirt, dust, and surface pet hair), but its rubber bristles will remove all the embedded pet hair your vacuum misses. Just look at that pet-sized pile of hair in the photo below! 😭
If you want even more before and after photos to blow your mind, check out BuzzFeed Shopping writer (and my fabulous colleague) Emma Lord's Evrilholder FURemover broom review.
Promising reviews: "This thing works great! I couldn’t see any cat hair on my carpet until I used this and suddenly so much fur appeared! The squeegee side is the best in my opinion. This tool is great to use right before vacuuming." —6
"I tried it out on a vacuumed rug. You could have made two cats with the fur it got out, works well on hard floors as well. We have a cat with an unreasonable fear of brooms, she says this is a broom so it must be a broom. It looks like a brush but I'll go with the cat and accept it as a broom. A really good broom." —Boyd W. Miles
Get it from Amazon for $12.98.
14. A soy wax candle literally designed to eliminate lingering pet odors because even if you've become desensitized to it, your guests haven't. This will make sure your home always smells fresh and clean, even if you have more than one feline friend taking residence there.
Promising reviews: "This is amazing! I saw it on BuzzFeed article as the number one candle to get if you have pets in the house. My roommates love it and so do I! It has a really subtle, nice and calming smell that totally masks the odor! 10/10!" —Willow
"This candle is perfect to burn when you have guests over. I have two cats, one of whom is very sick from cancer and has had a lot of accidents in my tiny apartment. While I always clean up the accidents I get self conscious about the smell. This candle makes me feel at ease when I have guests over because you cannot smell the cats at all! I’ll keep buying them because it does work like magic." —Bec
Get it from Amazon for $21.95 (available in 32 scents).
15. A bottle of Folex spot remover with over 49,000 5-star ratings from customers amazed at how effectively it makes stains disappear from pretty much any fabric surface. If your cat loves to bat around mugs of coffee and glasses of juice until they tumble from the counter's edge onto your favorite rug...with this in your cleaning arsenal, you can't lose.
Promising review: "I've been using this spot/stain remover for about 10 years now. It really is magic. I've removed numerous stains and spots with it over the years and have only come across two stains that it would not remove. Unfortunately, I don't know what the stains were caused by, so can't pass that along. I've used it on both carpet and upholstery, and it has never changed the color of either. I would definitely test it on an inconspicuous area first, though, as the directions state. And it's so easy to use: Spray some on the stain, agitate it with your fingertips, then blot dry with a cloth or paper towel. You may have to let it sit on tougher stains for a few minutes before agitating and blotting, but I only had to do that once or twice. Definitely recommend." —Alex
Get it from Amazon for $6.65+ (available in three sizes).
16. A pair of professional nail clippers in case you need to trim your cat's nails because they are painfully sharp and you want to help prevent any accidents between furbabies or your precious kitto and other humans. Plus, it'll help save your furniture, too!
Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping editor Jenae Sitzes has to say about this product: "Not to scare you, but I once had to take a cat to the vet because the other one accidentally scratched his ear while playing (unbeknownst to me) and it got infected. Now I make *extra* sure I trim those nails when they start to get extra sharp. If you're new to trimming your cats' nails, you can start with just one or two nails at a time to get them used to the process, and of course, be sure to give them a treat afterward. 😊"
Promising review: "These were way better than expected. Most of my life, I have used human nail clippers for cats. I have tried nail scissors unsuccessfully. We also tried another brand of cat claw trimmers that were guillotine style, but splintered their nails. These cut so smoothly, easily (without needing a lot of pressure), and so cleanly with no splintering at all. Just mad at myself I waited this long to get them. I truly didn’t expect such an affordable pair would perform this well." —interiorlulu
Get them from Amazon for $6.99.
17. A waterless cat bath, which is designed as a skin-moisturizing, leave-in foam, so it’ll take zero effort to bathe your kitto and you both will probably come out unscathed.
Promising review: "A beautiful female stray adopted us a few years ago. Against my husband's wishes we brought her in our home and she is now a loving part of our family. Since she is indoor/outdoor (she loves her outdoor time still — we hate it!) she gets stinky. Usually I wash her down with a cloth. But this last time she had an odor that was just horrid. You literally could smell her across the room. We tried a few things and nothing worked. Ordered this foam and I am not going to say she 'liked it' but she did smell better. She is extremely particular about where you can touch and where you can't, so having myself and my daughters rubbing her with foam wasn't her best experience! Using this is going to be her only bathing options from now on. Would definitely recommend!" —Lisa Valentino
Get it from Amazon for $10.39.
18. A splurge-worthy Dyson stick vacuum in case you've got carpeting *and* wood or tile floors and need a device that can tackle it all. This takes up less space than a typical vacuum and can be used cordlessly; plus, it's great for everyday cleaning and comes with an assortment of attachments to handle any tight space or messy situation!
I have a newer version of this vacuum (technically my second), and it's my favorite cleaning tool that I own, and I hate to clean. This thing works on hardwood floors, tile, linoleum, and carpet (stone, too, if you have it)! It vacuums up dog hair like no other, and also works on thicker rugs, if necessary. Having a double-coated dog means this is something I use almost everyday on basically every surface (read: rug, carpet, couch, mattress), but I also would lend it to my friends who have a Newfoundland puppy and they loved it so much they got their own for Christmas! IMO, it's absolutely worth it, but definitely check out our review of the Dyson V7 motorhead cordless stick vacuum.
Promising review: "This thing absolutely rules, at least for my purposes. I see lots of negative reviews on here, but I've literally never had any issue with it. I have 2 cats, and live in about a 1100 square foot apartment with hardwood in the common areas, and carpeted bedrooms. It works phenomenally in all situations I've thrown at it. I'm mostly picking up scattered kitty litter, cat fur, crumbs, and general dust with it. The suction power is perfect. Occasionally you'll have to go over something twice, but never more than that. The wall mount charging thing is awesome, I just put it in a closet and it's ready to go whenever I need it, no need to worry about avoiding the cord or changing where it's plugged in as I move rooms. It's honestly so nice I'm just vacuuming for fun! I'll take it out to clean up a single small mess, and end up doing the whole house just because it's so convenient." —Ford F.
Get it from Amazon for $429.89.
19. *OR* a Shark Navigator Lift-Away upright vacuum designed to tackle all that pet fur lurking deep in your carpet fibers (and other upholstery). It boasts a self-cleaning brush roll to pick up *more* pet hair than other vacuums and even includes a Pet Crevice tool to get into those hard-to-reach spots, like corners and between couch cushions. It's earned over 61,000 5-star reviews for a pretty damn good reason!
It can be used on carpet, hardwood, and tile floors, and comes with the Pet Crevice tool and an upholstery tool! And many reviewers state having one for years *or* buying another one as a replacement or second vacuum to use!
Promising review: "Wow! I just thought we were vacuuming before. We've been using an old Bissel and yeah the canister would fill with dirt, debris, and pet hair (we have 3 cats and a golden retriever/lab mix service dog). However, I plugged this in when it arrived and vacuumed a 5x5 foot square and boy was I surprised. I ran it a second time over the same square and got the same amount. My Bissel obviously wasn't doing the job. Now, I'm a wheelchair user so this is a bit heavy for me, I'll power through it, though my husband and son will most likely use this more often than I will. This is a great vacuum, it really gets the deep-down packed in dirt, and I love that you can leave the roller brush off for the vinyl and hardwood floors. A great purchase, I highly recommend it." —Lsai
Get it from Amazon for $229.99.
20. Orrrrr a Eufy robotic vacuum — this smart vac is designed for set-and-forget cleaning by sensing the messes and tackling them with zero guidance. Not only can it transition seamlessly from carpet to hardwood flooring, but its sleek shape means it can slide under furniture to get to forgotten and out-of-reach dust bunnies!
This robotic vacuum also includes a remote control in case you want to limit its power in your household. Think Smart House, but less scary!
Promising review: "I did a lot of research before settling on this brand and model. This unit gives reliable performance and is less expensive than many of the other options. As I live in an apartment, I can’t comment on battery life. It’s certainly plenty for me. We have a cat and a dog and two humans and the Eufy makes a huge difference in keeping things clean with low effort. You do have to occasionally rescue it from under a piece of furniture and be very diligent about pre-clearing cords and shoes with untied laces. It is so satisfying to empty the contents after a sweep! I’ve had it for a year now and there have been no issues at all." —Brooklyn222
Get it from Amazon for $149.99 (clip the $100 off coupon at checkout to get this price).
21. Lemon and eucalyptus-scented carpet powder that's designed specifically to freshen up your carpet and neutralize stinky odors with a fragrance that lasts. All you have to do is sprinkle it over the carpet, wait, and then vacuum it up!
Promising reviews: "I wish I could buy a bigger bag of this! I have a cat who gets UTI’s often, and the first sign is urinating outside of the litter box. Enzyme cleaners work well, but the scent lingers! This product smells great and when I left it sit overnight then vacuum it up in the morning, the smell of the cat pee is gone! :-)" —Sandra Logan
"I purchased a wool rug on Etsy that was cleaned before it was shipped, so it arrived a bit damp. Wet wool unfortunately smells like pee, so I purchased this carpet deodorizer to try to remove the smell. Very clean smelling deodorizer, doesn't smell fake or overly fragrant. Spread it on the rug and let it sit overnight. Vacuumed it up in the morning and repeated this process twice. Rug smell is now gone." —biallasamantha
Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in three sizes and multipacks).
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22. Burt's Bees dander-reducing spray because it'll help your cat’s coat look its best by minimizing flakes, softening skin, and reducing redness. Add this to kitty’s grooming routine for a purr-fect spa day!
Promising review: "I love this product for my cats, their skin is healthy with no pet dander. And it helps to comb through thick hair easily. It makes the cats coats so shiny. I also ordered the wipes because it is convenient and quick. People don’t believe my daughter is allergic to cats and she can come by for a movie because I keep cat dander away. And I have three cats!" —Blitzz
Get it from Amazon for $10.96.
23. A Litter Robot — this splurge-worthy product makes a welcome addition to your household if you own at least one cat! It automatically cleans up 30 seconds after your cat finishes its business, making sure everything is clean for the next time or the next cat. And the best part? You have to worry about cleaning up litter waaaaay less than if you were dealing with a classic litter box situation.
BuzzFeed Shopping editor and cat mom Jenae Sitzes owns this high-tech litter box, and here's what she has to say: "When my mom first told me about this $500 automatic litter box she'd read about somewhere, my eyes just about popped out of my head thinking about spending that much on a thing that my cats poop in. But after thinking about it some more, I realized it's actually a pretty reasonable investment since I plan on owning cats forever but shamefully hate cleaning out their litter boxes as often as they really should be.
"I've been using the Litter Robot myself for 2+ years now, and I'm pretty sure both me and my two cats are way happier for it. After a cat is done using it, the Litter Robot waits a set amount of time until the cat's presence is no longer detected, then begins to rotate, collecting the waste into a bag at the bottom while retaining the clean litter in the barrel. I usually don't detect a smell from it afterward, though once the bag starts to get really full, you might get a subtle reminder that you need to take it out. I only have to take out that bag about once a week, and a flashing light will let you know when it's full.
"Initially, the cats were a little spooked by the sound of the Litter Robot during a cycle, and for the first few weeks, they would just sit and stare at it, as if it would get up and run at them if they took their eyes off it. At this point, though, they've completely adjusted and accepted it as their way of life, making my life a heck of a lot easier while ensuring they always have a clean bed of litter. It's a pricey purchase, to be sure, but if cleaning out the litter box daily or even every other day is hard for you and you'd rather not think about it much at all, I say the Litter Robot is worth it. One thing to note: It's quite large, so make sure you have a dedicated space for it."
Get it from Litter Robot for $549 (available in white or gray).
24. Orr, a self-cleaning litter box if you're sick of constantly scooping and cleaning the litter box to keep your cat(s) happy and want a more affordable alternative than above. It comes with a disposable tray filled with odor-controlled litter crystals that self-cleans for weeks before it's time to remove, toss, and replace.
An LED health counter and motion sensor monitors the frequency of your kitty's bathroom breaks and a manual rake button allows you to clean the litter box if you feel like it needs some refreshing. And grab reusable trays here!
Promising review: "It’s been almost a year I think since I’ve gotten this litter box and it is the best expensive thing I’ve ever spent on my cat. I had a hard time cleaning the box even when I wasn’t pregnant, which resulted in nasty clumps stuck to the bottom of my normal boxes and even rendering my roll-based “self-cleaning” litter boxes useless. The smell is contained a million times better than with regular litter box. It takes 30 seconds to change out, and I don’t have to worry about it for either a month or at least 20 uses. My cat is even a lot happier, and has never once pooped on the floor or on my carpet. My only two complaints are so minor: Having to wipe down the machine every so often and get poop off the grates, and the crystal litter does track out of the box and hurts to step on (like dull glass shards 😭). Super easy things to fix and overcome, honestly. The money is worth not having to scoop out cat poop ever again." —Nina
Get it from Amazon for $169.95+ (available in three styles).
25. Or a budget-friendly top-entry litter box just perfect for anyone lacking the space for litter box to exist without smelling up another room. This is designed with a grooved lid on top to help your kitty remove leftover litter as they climb out. And it's especially great at keeping out any barking four-legged furbabies you might have that are very curious about what their feline sibling does in there!
According to reviewers, this little box works well for both small and large cats. And even one reviewer suggests making sure the side without the grooved lid faces a wall, so your cats can't exit that way (because it's the grooved side that prevents litter tracking)!
BTW, it's probably best to skip this litter box if you have a senior cat or one with limited mobility — here's one with low, easy access for them instead!
Promising review: "We have three cats and have to manage a silly amount of cat politics. We've learned that having a higher number of litter boxes, and spread to multiple locations, cuts way down on bullying and helps cats to feel safe, [as they are] instinctively territorial about where they put their scent and feel vulnerable when they're 'in the act'. This cat box helps to be able to have boxes in rooms of the house where a cat box would feel garish, not to mention the litter mess. It took a little while for my cats to try it out but they're using it now and don't get to kick the gravel out everywhere (I swear they do it on purpose)." —Dism
Get it from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in seven colors and three styles).
26. Heavy-duty litter box liners that'll stand up to kitten claws digging and scratching inside the box after doing their business. Say goodbye to the days of double-bagging and/or taking out bags of dirty litter with rips and shreds, sand spilling everywhere.
Reviewers say these liners are sturdy enough to withstand your cat's shredding *and* they are jumbo-size, so can fit in most litter boxes!
Promising review: "I have two indoor cats, and one indoor/outdoor cat split among three litter boxes. These liners hold up for several weeks without ripping, and are scooped daily. My cats love to pee in the corners, so I constantly have to scrub against the corners with the litter scooper and they have yet to rip. The other brands I tried, all eventually ripped." —Eric
Get a pack of 15 from Amazon for $10.29 (also available in a pack of five).
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.