Catlink Scooper Open-X vs Neakasa M1
Researched by Riley Hart · prices checked Nov 4, 2026
As of Nov 4, 2026, the Catlink Scooper Open-X costs $230 and the Neakasa M1 costs $430, so the Catlink Scooper Open-X is $200 cheaper. The Catlink Scooper Open-X scores higher in our ranking (8.6 vs 8.1 out of 10). Pick the Catlink Scooper Open-X for multi cat homes on a budget. Pick the Neakasa M1 for large cats that dislike hoods. The Catlink Scooper Open-X wins 3 of 3 points we can measure.
Who wins, point by point
The Catlink Scooper Open-X wins 3 of 3 points we can measure. Built from today's prices, the specs and independent tests for these two robots.
| Scooper Open-X | M1 | Winner | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price today | $230 | $430 | Scooper Open-X |
| 3 year cost | $230 | $482 | Scooper Open-X |
| Cats.com score | 4.2/5 | 4/5 | Scooper Open-X |
- You want to spend less (saves $200)
- You care most about cats.com score (4.2/5 vs 4/5)
- Best for multi cat homes on a budget
- Best for large cats that dislike hoods
- Max cats
- Multi cat
- Litter
- All clumping litters
- Waste drawer
- 12 L
Budget open top box that tracks several cats by weight
Full Catlink Scooper Open-X review, pros and cons →- Cat weight
- 2.2 to 33 lb
- Litter
- Clumping granular
- Waste drawer
- 11.23 L bin
Open top box for big or wary cats, rated up to 33 lb
Full Neakasa M1 review, pros and cons →Side by side
| Catlink Scooper Open-X | Neakasa M1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $230 | $430 |
| 3 year cost | $230 | $482 |
| Our score | 8.6/10 | 8.1/10 |
| Rank in Litter box | #4 | #5 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | n/a | 1 year (per Cats.com) |
| Cat weight range | Not stated by retailers | 2.2 to 33 lb |
| Max cats | Multi cat; cats must differ by 0.9 lb to be told apart (Cats.com) | Not stated; marketed for multi cat homes |
| Waste drawer | 12 L, up to 15 days for one cat (PetSmart) | 11.23 L bin, up to 14 days (Catster) |
| Sensors | Multiple infrared and anti pinch sensors; fewer at the back (Cats.com) | 6 sets of infrared sensors and 4 weight sensors |
| App | CATLINK app, 2.4 and 5 GHz WiFi | Neakasa app (iOS and Android) |
| Litter type | All clumping litters | Clumping granular litter such as clay |
| Size | 23.43 x 21.06 in, 15.43 in tall (PetSmart, Multicat) | 23.26 x 20.67 in footprint, 20.2 in tall, entry 13.86 in high, 22.81 lb |
| Noise | n/a | 50 dB (maker claim) |
| Best for | multi cat homes on a budget | large cats that dislike hoods |
| Skip if | odor control is your top priority | you have dogs or a senior cat |
Specs are maker claims unless a reviewer is named. Prices from the stores we link, checked daily.
What reviewers found
Catlink Scooper Open-X
- Cats.com (4.2/5): Over a month in a multi cat home, setup was quick and the smaller cats used it often; odor built up because the bin is not sealed, and the reviewer advised supervising emptying. Source
Neakasa M1
- Cats.com (4/5): Easy cleaning and good app; bin sometimes reported full early, shutting the unit down; dust builds up on the surface. Source
- Catster (4.9/5): Cat interrupted the first cycle about 30 times and the box paused each time without pinching; odor became noticeable after about seven days. Source
Questions buyers ask
Which is better, the Catlink Scooper Open-X or the Neakasa M1?
The Catlink Scooper Open-X scores higher in our ranking (8.6 vs 8.1 out of 10). Pick the Catlink Scooper Open-X for multi cat homes on a budget. Pick the Neakasa M1 for large cats that dislike hoods.
Which is cheaper?
The Catlink Scooper Open-X at $230, versus $430 for the Neakasa M1, checked Nov 4, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $230 vs $482.
What is the difference between the Scooper Open-X and the M1?
Cat weight range: Not stated by retailers on the Scooper Open-X, 2.2 to 33 lb on the M1. Max cats: Multi cat; cats must differ by 0.9 lb to be told apart (Cats.com) on the Scooper Open-X, Not stated; marketed for multi cat homes on the M1. Waste drawer: 12 L, up to 15 days for one cat (PetSmart) on the Scooper Open-X, 11.23 L bin, up to 14 days (Catster) on the M1.
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