# PetSafe ScoopFree Crystal Classic review

Cheapest PetSafe rake box, crystal trays, no hood and no app

- Our score: 8.6 out of 10
- Price: $100 (checked Nov 11, 2026)
- Status: on sale
- Best for: one small cat on a tight budget
- Skip if: you have two or more cats or a large cat
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## Verdict

The Crystal Classic is the lowest cost way into PetSafe's crystal tray system, with no hood, no app and no health counter. It suits one small or average cat in a home that wants low tracking and no scooping. Skip it for several cats or a big cat, because the 14 inch litter bed is small and trays go fast.

## Pros

- Lowest price in the ScoopFree line at $99.95
- Low litter scatter and tracking in Cats.com testing
- Sturdy build, Cats.com scored construction 5/5
- No scooping and no litter refills

## Cons

- Small usable bed of about 14 x 14 in
- Odor control scored 3.5/5 by Cats.com
- Trays lasted 7 to 9 days with two cats in testing
- Works only with PetSafe crystal trays

## Specs

- max cats: PetSafe says single or multi cat homes; Cats.com advises against it for two or more cats
- waste drawer: No drawer; rake pushes waste under a lid on the disposable tray, tray replaced about monthly (Cats.com)
- sensors: Cat sensor with safety delay; rake runs 20 minutes after use, each cycle just over a minute (Cats.com)
- app: None
- litter type: PetSafe ScoopFree crystal litter trays only (PetSafe)
- size: 20.4 x 7.1 x 28.0 in (PetSafe); usable litter bed about 14 x 14 in (Cats.com)
- rake delay: 5, 10 or 20 minutes (Cats.com comparison); Cats.com hands on review saw a 20 minute delay
- tray life: Cats.com tester got 7 to 9 days with two cats, short of PetSafe's 10 to 15 day claim
- model number: PAL00-17296 (PetSafe store and support page)

## Safety

- recalls: Not checked
- fcc: Not checked
- company status: Active
- warranty: 1 year limited (Cats.com)

## Questions buyers ask

### Can I use regular clumping litter?

No. PetSafe lists ScoopFree crystal litter as the compatible litter, and the box is built around its disposable crystal trays.

### How long does a tray last?

PetSafe claims 10 to 15 days for two cats. Cats.com got 7 to 9 days with two cats.

### Does it have an app?

No. It has no app, hood or health counter.

## Sources

1. [PetSafe US: ScoopFree Crystal Classic product page](https://www.petsafe.com/p/scoopfree-classic-self-cleaning-litter-box/PAL00-17296/)
2. [PetSafe support: ScoopFree Crystal Classic](https://support.petsafe.net/product-support/scoopfree-crystal-classic/)
3. [Cats.com: PetSafe ScoopFree review](https://cats.com/reviews/best-self-cleaning-litter-box/petsafe-scoopfree-review)
4. [Cats.com: Litter-Robot vs ScoopFree](https://cats.com/litter-robot-vs-scoopfree-review)
5. [The Gadgeteer: ScoopFree Automatic Cat Litter Box review](https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=5603)