After weeks with Neakasa automatic litter box, my cat’s entire mood changed for the better - and it’s finally on sale

The Neakasa M1 Plus has a 'Pull and Wrap' waste system that seals bags without requiring you to dig into a bin, while four weight sensors immediately detect when a cat is inside and pause rotation, backed by a two-year warranty and 30-day return window.Photo courtesy of NeakasaIf you purchase a product through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.After using the Neakasa M1 Plus for a while now, I can say it’s genuinely made life with cats easier. Plus, it’s finally on sale for $170 off. You’ll want to score this deal before it disappears! What stood out to meThe biggest difference I noticed was in my cat’s mood. Keeping the litter consistently perfectly clean seems to have made a real impact — they seem happier overall, and adjusting to the machine was easier than I expected. I was worried the automation or noise might spook them, but that wasn’t the case after a bit of getting used to it.Design-wise, I like the matte, sleek look. It doesn’t scream “robot litter box” the way some units do. It’s also more compact than a lot of the competition, which mattered to me since mine needed to fit in a closet.How it worksThe M1 Plus is built with an open-top design meant to accommodate larger breeds like Maine Coons and Ragdolls, and it’s rated for cats between 2.2 and roughly 33 pounds. There’s also a “kitten mode” for cats under 2.2 lbs that disables auto-cleaning and switches to manual (app or button) operation — a sensible safety touch if you have a multi-cat household with a mix of sizes. The open top design is great as it gives the cat more rooms to move around compared to enclosed options.Safety in general seems well thought out: six infrared sensors provide 360-degree monitoring, working alongside four weight sensors that detect if a cat is inside and immediately pause the rotation. I haven’t had any close calls, but it’s reassuring that the system is built with redundancy rather than relying on just one sensor type.The Neakasa M1 Plus features six infrared sensors and four weight sensors that immediately pause rotation when a cat enters, creating a safer experience than single-sensor systems while handling up to 14 days of waste.Photo courtesy of NeakasaFor cleanup, the “Pull and Wrap” waste system seals bags with one pull, which keeps the contactless disposal genuinely contactless -- no digging into a bin. Neakasa says it can handle a single cat’s waste for up to 14 days without intervention as it locks in odors. I noticed overall odor control and less mess surrounding it.Final thoughtsBetween the sensor safety features and the noticeable change in my cat’s demeanor, the Neakasa M1 Plus has held up well for me. It carries a 4.7/5 rating across over 1,000 reviews, and it comes with a two-year limited warranty and 30-day return window if it doesn’t work out for your setup. Currently priced at $379.99, down from $549.99.If your TV has been hanging on, this incredible $100 off 55-inch deal might finally be the sign to upgradePremium Bose earbuds with open-ear design get can’t miss $100 off deal at Best BuyPeak Design’s new City Line bags are the polished, practical companions for modern city lifeYou can save $84 on Le Creuset’s most versatile Dutch oven — plus get free baking dishCrocs Brooklyn Low Wedge sandal with dual straps drops to just $37 in rare DSW dealAshley Palya is the commerce writer for Cleveland.com. She loves keeping up with trends and always has her eyes open for unmissable deals/top-rated products to share with readers. Previously, Ashley was a news...This article was produced with assistance from AI tools and reviewed by Cleveland.com staff.