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CatGenie Self Washing Self Flushing Cat Box (Not AI)

4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 1,828 ratings

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About this item

  • Automatic cat box flushes waste away and washes itself clean
  • Uses litter-like Washable Granules not clay litter to satisfy cats need to dig and cover
  • Requires hookup to cold water and electrical outlet

Customer ratings by feature

Durability
4.0 4.0
Sleep mode
3.9 3.9
For deep cleaning
3.8 3.8
Easy to clean
3.8 3.8

From the manufacturer

litter free self scooping automatic cat box self cleaning self washing cat genie auto litter box

Acts Like a Cat Box. Cleans Like an Appliance. Flushes Like a Toilet.

With CatGenie, your cats have an automatic cat box that's more hygienic than your own bathroom. CatGenie not only flushes away waste, it also washes and hot-air dries itself clean after every use. All you do is tell CatGenie when to clean itself (choose between automatic or manual modes).

CatGenie requires NO LITTER, only cat-approved, septic-safe Washable Granules that never need changing. When kitty goes, liquids drain through the non-absorbing Washable Granules. CatGenie scoops and liquefies the solids for safe and easy disposal down the laundry drain or toilet then cleans and hot-air dries the Washable Granules, all for your cat's comfort.

CatGenie delivers a scooped, washed and hot-air dried cat box after every use.

More Than Self Scooping

  • Litter Free
  • Washes with SaniSolution and Water
  • Hot-Air Dries Granules
  • Automatically Scoops, Washes, Flushes, Dries after every use
  • Easy DIY Installation

How It Works: The CatGenie Cleaning Cycle

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litter free self scooping automatic cat box self cleaning self washing cat genie auto litter box

litter free self scooping automatic cat box self cleaning self washing cat genie auto litter box

litter free self scooping automatic cat box self cleaning self washing cat genie auto litter box

SCOOPS

When the cleaning starts, your CatGenie removes any solids for immediate disposal.

WASHES

Using water and cat-safe, veterinarian-approved SaniSolution, your CatGenie washes, scrubs, scours and purifies the Washable Granules and cat area clean as new.

FLUSHES

CatGenie liquifies solids and flushes all waste out of your home for good. No nasty clumps or dirty litter to clean out. No heavy bags or containers of contaminated litter to smell or carry.

DRIES

CatGenie uses hot air to thoroughly dry granules at the end of each cycle, leaving them completely dry for the next use.

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Installation is Simple.

Your CatGenie comes with everything you need for installation and no plumber is needed.

The best location for your CatGenie cat box is the Laundry/Utility Room or a Bathroom.

DIY installation takes less than 15 minutes for most users.

Your CatGenie Will Need:

  • Fresh water from a cold water supply line that connects to a washing machine, sink or toilet.
  • A laundry drain or toilet for cat waste removal.
  • An electrical outlet.

Simple DIY Setup: No Plumber Needed

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litter free self scooping automatic cat box self cleaning self washing cat genie auto litter box

litter free self scooping automatic cat box self cleaning self washing cat genie auto litter box

litter free self scooping automatic cat box self cleaning self washing cat genie auto litter box

One-Time, Easy DIY Setup

Connect to a cold water line using the supplied T-Adaptor, share drainage with toilet or washing machine and plug into a 120-volt AC electric outlet.

Bathroom Option

In a bathroom setup, the drain hook secures under the toilet seat to allow waste to drain into the toilet. Cold water is shared with the toilet.

Laundry Room Option

In a laundry room set up, the GenieHose is inserted into the washing machine drain pipe and cold water line is shared with washing machine.

3 Cleaning Cycle Options

Choose from three options to start cleaning:

1. Press Start button to start cleaning anytime.

2. Use Time Activation mode to select times to automatically clean each day.

3. Use Cat Activation mode to automatically clean after each use.

Product guides and documents

Product details

  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 24.5 x 19.25 x 21 inches; 26 Pounds
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ 891329001775
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ July 10, 2012
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ petnovations-- Cat Genie
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B008JGIYVE
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 1,828 ratings

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Product Description

CatGenie, The world's only self-washing cat box. You will never touch, change or buy cat litter again. The CatGenie Secret? Washable Granules, not litter. Collecting cat waste in a box of litter is unsanitary. Cleaning the mess out is unpleasant and carrying heavy cat litter in and of the home is just a waste. The CatGenie is dust, germ, odor, and litter free and automatically washes, sanitizes and dries itself. CatGenie has a Two-Year Warranty. Easy DIY set-up. Recommended setup locations: Bathroom (toilet) -If you have a rigid water line in your bathroom, you may need to replace it with a flexible one) or Utility/laundry room. When you purchase the CatGenie, everything needed to make your home litter free is included: The only tools needed are a wrench or a pair of pliers. Some non-standard hookups may require additional parts not provided by PetNovations, Inc. Included supplies should last 2-3 months for 1 cat and about 2 months for two cats. Several custom Cat Activation Choices- Cat 1 - 14 straight hours active, 10 hours sleep time (you choose when it is on) with a 10 minute delay after the cat uses it to clean Cat 2 - 14 straight hours active, 10 hours sleep time (you choose when it is on) with a 30 minute delay. For multiple cats giving them time to use it before it cleans Cat 3- 24-hours active, with a 10-minute delay after the cat uses it to clean Cat 4 – 24-hours active with a 30-minute delay. For multiple cats giving them time to use it before it cleans The CatGenie is the greenest cat box ever and quite possibly, the most economical. The plastic in the SaniSolution Cartridge is recyclable (unlike cat litter). Each cartridge holds 120 washes and when set on Cat Activation provide 240 washes (A year supply of Cartridges takes up less space and uses less plastic than one container/1 month's supply of cat litter).

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Customer reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars
4.1 out of 5
1,828 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the ease of installation and scooping of the litter box. They also have different opinions on quality, performance, ease of cleaning, smell, and value.

AI-generated from the text of customer reviews

191 customers mention137 positive54 negative

Customers like the ease of installation of the litter box. For example, they mention the instructions are clear, the hardware is easy to install, and the units assemble quickly and easily with no tools. They say the genie comes apart easily and goes back together easily. Overall, customers are happy with the ease and convenience of the product.

"...appreciate what this thing does: automatically, with a complex and intricate mechanism, it cleans and sanitizes the litter box *after every use.*..." Read more

"...Set up was pretty easy.. We set ours up next to a washing machine so we could easily use the water source and drain...." Read more

"...Other than that I haven't done anything. Easy to put together and easy to maintain (so far) My cat loves it...." Read more

"...While the included hardware allows easy installation to drain into a toilet bowl, I wouldn't recommend this, since you still have to flush your..." Read more

77 customers mention65 positive12 negative

Customers like the scooping of the litter box. For example, they mention it's easy to use, and it takes care of the scoop. That said, some complain about the size and the amount of litter it holds.

"...So here are some pros and consPros: NO litter scooping, did not notice much smell after my cat used it, washable litter, don't need to buy..." Read more

"...Now here are the cons:1. Although the litter is re-usable, the cleaning cycle actually pulls a lot of the litter into the grinder and then..." Read more

"...Pros:- I don't have to scoop anymore.- It entertains my cats.-..." Read more

"...Overall, im pretty impressed with how well it scooped...." Read more

300 customers mention134 positive166 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the litter box. Some mention that it's very reliable and built-quality is a real testament to its quality. However, others say that it breaks up the poop into tiny pieces and cooks it. Some customers also report that their units started to fail with strange beep codes.

"...Does the machine get grimy and disgusting? Yeah, it does a horrible, disgusting job every day. Take the hood off and wipe it down once in a while...." Read more

"...This outways any cons in my mind. I have had no problems with mine running, leaking or anything else although I am sure like any other electronic..." Read more

"...friendly products but since it takes so long to clean, it uses a bunch of water, a bunch of cleaning product, and creates a bunch of plastic waste..." Read more

"...I'm very impressed with the robustness of these machines. It's not for everyone. Requires some plumbing knowledge to install properly...." Read more

250 customers mention108 positive142 negative

Customers are mixed about the ease of cleaning. Some mention that it's easy to clean, the washing part isn't bad, and it cleans hard water stains, rust, and lime scale. However, others say that cleaning the litter box is nasty, the litter gets everywhere, and the granules don't seem to get very clean with the daily wash.

"...Does the machine get grimy and disgusting? Yeah, it does a horrible, disgusting job every day. Take the hood off and wipe it down once in a while...." Read more

"...Waste Elimination Engine flushes, these granules are washed clean, sanitized, and ready for another round whenever your cat returns to deliver..." Read more

"...The entire bathroom had to be bleached. The most unsanitary experience of my life!Don't buy this...." Read more

"...have to run out and buy litter, the smell is much better, cleanup is a lot less hassle, and we basically need to do very little maintenance to keep..." Read more

247 customers mention154 positive93 negative

Customers are mixed about the performance of the litter box. Some mention that it works well enough that they're satisfied with the purchase, while others say that it stops working and does a horrible, disgusting job every day.

"...I noticed that the overall operation is better too. I was worried that the hot water would damage the unit, so far that has not been the case...." Read more

"...Does the machine get grimy and disgusting? Yeah, it does a horrible, disgusting job every day. Take the hood off and wipe it down once in a while...." Read more

"...I just received the second one. Both seem to work well and I haven't had any issues with them yet...." Read more

"...hours later I have it back together and it’s quieter and working great for about 2 minutes!..." Read more

239 customers mention121 positive118 negative

Customers are mixed about the smell of the litter box. Some mention that the smell is much better, while others say that it smells really bad and is gross.

"...Noiseless, odorless, a quiet peace descends upon the land, leaving all who experience to contemplate the joy of living in a world where litter..." Read more

"...Sometimes the chemical scent is strong, but it fades, and it beats cat odor.-..." Read more

"...We no longer have to run out and buy litter, the smell is much better, cleanup is a lot less hassle, and we basically need to do very little..." Read more

"...solution, the solution for washing the litter mixed with the poo goo does stink (doesn’t matter if it’s non scented or scented), and 3 months out of..." Read more

219 customers mention115 positive104 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the litter box. Some mention it's definitely worth the price, while others say it'll cost more than raising a child. The price and shipping were reasonable, and the item arrived timely. However, some customers feel the product is kind of expensive, and others say the litter and the cleaning fluid are expensive.

"...It doesn’t demand payment. It costs substantially less than raising a child and will clean more frequently and reliably and thoroughly than they..." Read more

"...The Cat Genie is expensive. I'm not talking about the unit itself, although it is not a small investment, either...." Read more

"...It changed my life and saved my relationship! This thing is worth every penny. I have one cat and it runs about 3 times a day on average...." Read more

"...The litter is pretty expensive for what looks like recycled stuff that probably costs pennies per pound to produce...." Read more

104 customers mention12 positive92 negative

Customers are not happy with the noise the litter box makes. They mention that it sounds like another animal hissing, it makes a lot of water noises, and washing noises. Some say that the noises scared their cats so much that they refused and peed in the hallway. They also say that it started making very bad clicking sounds that woke up the whole house in the middle of the night. Customers also say the litter gets everywhere and it hurts when you step on it.

"...Here’s the hiccups we ran into:- It’s loud. Fortunately, we have an unfinished room in the basement with a laundry drain...." Read more

"...This stuff gets everywhere, and it HURTS when you step on it...." Read more

"...It is loud. If you have this in a common area, it makes a lot of water noises, washing noises (like a dishwasher/washing machine), and it clangs..." Read more

"...Cycles are long, loud, and use a lot of water and power. More than you think...." Read more

Definitely worth the price...
5 Stars
Definitely worth the price...
I purchased this after looking at it popping up in my Facebook ads for several weeks. I was initially turned off by the price, because it seemed significantly expensive. I ultimately chose to go with the unit based solely on my dislike for cleaning the litter box (I am generally the only one in my house that does it). I was worried that the cats might not take to the unit, however after reading the information from the acclimation guides I decided I could likely get past this.Upon receiving the CatGenie, which came several days ahead of the quoted lead time, I unpacked it immediately. and set it up with just the sidewalls installed surrounding the bowl. I purchase the unit with the full dome and door, but in an effort to get the cats acclimated I have the dome and door off. Considering there is no significant cast off of the "litter" I may not end up using them. The sidewalls provide enough protection against knocking material out. I had a mat from my old litter box that I used in front which catches the minimal loss.Setup was easy with the included connections. I had a floor drain in my basement where I used to have a shower that I opted to drain the unit into. I raised the tubing behind the unit approximately a foot and attached it to the wall with a clamp. The fresh water line I used the included connector and attached it to the line from the stationary tub. Upon starting the unit initially I turned off the automatic cleaning cycles, and ran a manual cycle to see how it operated and to ensure I had set the unit up correctly. It ran through the first time with no issues.I opted to remove the old litter box upon installing the CatGenie, and monitor the situation. My two cats both immediately started using the unit, and for the first few days I manually ran the cleaning cycles to ensure the cats would not get spooked by the operation. A couple days in one of the cats came down during a cleaning cycle and sat there watching it so I chose that as the opportunity to enable the "cat activation" mode, since this would ultimately double the lifespan of the cleaning cartridges. The cats have used it without issue since this point, and seem to be enjoying that they always have a clean area.The scent of the fresh scent cartridge was fairly strong, and my wife is sensitive to smells so we did end up ordering the scent free cartridges to use a few days after getting the machine. I ordered through amazon, and did not have the option to choose to get a scent free cartridge with the machine. After changing the cartridge it took a couple cleaning cycles but the smell from the original one is gone.Ultimately since installing, I have not had any odor from the basement where the litter box used to generate a significant amount before. Even better, I don't have to clean the litter box at all. As soon as the cats go the box cleans 10 minutes after and the waste is just gone. I am exceptionally happy with the purchase, and honestly wish I had not waited as long as I did.
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