CATLINK Scooper Young (Pro-X) vs Neakasa M1
Researched by Riley Hart · prices checked Oct 25, 2026
As of Oct 25, 2026, the CATLINK Scooper Young (Pro-X) costs $450 and the Neakasa M1 costs $430, so the Neakasa M1 is $20 cheaper. The Neakasa M1 scores higher in our ranking (8.5 vs 7.6 out of 10). Pick the CATLINK Scooper Young (Pro-X) for owners who want no app. Pick the Neakasa M1 for large cats that dislike hoods.
- Cat weight
- 3.5 to 22 lb
- Litter
- Clumping clay or tofu
- Waste drawer
- 13 L drawer
A solid middle priced choice for owners who do not want an app, with a sealed drawer and an entry barrier that cuts tracking. Its entry sits over a foot off the floor and is fairly small, so older, nervous or very large cats may not take to it, and reviewers rated customer support poorly.
Full CATLINK Scooper Young (Pro-X) review →- Cat weight
- 2.2 to 33 lb
- Litter
- Clumping granular
- Waste drawer
- 11.23 L bin
The open top design is the main draw: cats that refuse enclosed globes, and big cats up to 33 lb, have room to turn around. The 13.86 inch entry height is hard on seniors without a step, and Cats.com flagged early bin full lockouts and user reports of urine leaks at the mat seam.
Full Neakasa M1 review →Side by side
| CATLINK Scooper Young (Pro-X) | Neakasa M1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $450 | $430 |
| 3 year cost | $489 | $482 |
| Our score | 7.6/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Rank in Litter box | #5 | #2 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | n/a | 1 year (per Cats.com) |
| Cat weight range | 3.5 to 22 lb, cats at least 3 months old | 2.2 to 33 lb |
| Max cats | Not stated | Not stated; marketed for multi cat homes |
| Waste drawer | 13 L drawer, up to 14 days for one cat (retailer claim) | 11.23 L bin, up to 14 days (Catster) |
| Sensors | Infrared, gravity (weight) and anti pinch sensors | 6 sets of infrared sensors and 4 weight sensors |
| App | None required; physical panel with Auto, Manual and Empty modes | Neakasa app (iOS and Android) |
| Litter type | Clumping only; two sifting panels for clay and mixed tofu | Clumping granular litter such as clay |
| Size | 23.62 x 22.83 x 27.95 in, entry 10.5 x 13 in | 23.26 x 20.67 in footprint, 20.2 in tall, entry 13.86 in high, 22.81 lb |
| Noise | About 49 dB average per Cats.com | 50 dB (maker claim) |
| Best for | owners who want no app | large cats that dislike hoods |
| Skip if | you need responsive support | 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 Young (Pro-X)
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
Pros and cons
CATLINK Scooper Young (Pro-X)
Pros
- Works without WiFi or an app
- Entrance barrier reduces tracking
- Quiet, about 49 dB
- Two sifters for clay or tofu
Cons
- Proprietary waste bags
- Step sold separately
- Small, high entryway
- Support complaints in reviews
Neakasa M1
Pros
- Open top suits cats wary of enclosed boxes
- Rated for cats up to 33 lb
- Paused safely during repeated cat interruptions
- Easy to top up litter
Cons
- High 13.86 in entry, step extra
- Early bin full alerts can lock the unit
- User reports of urine leaks at the mat seam
- Open to dogs and children
Questions buyers ask
Which is better, the CATLINK Scooper Young (Pro-X) or the Neakasa M1?
The Neakasa M1 scores higher in our ranking (8.5 vs 7.6 out of 10). Pick the CATLINK Scooper Young (Pro-X) for owners who want no app. Pick the Neakasa M1 for large cats that dislike hoods.
Which is cheaper?
The Neakasa M1 at $430, versus $450 for the CATLINK Scooper Young (Pro-X), checked Oct 25, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $489 vs $482.
What is the difference between the Scooper Young (Pro-X) and the M1?
Cat weight range: 3.5 to 22 lb, cats at least 3 months old on the Scooper Young (Pro-X), 2.2 to 33 lb on the M1. Max cats: Not stated on the Scooper Young (Pro-X), Not stated; marketed for multi cat homes on the M1. Waste drawer: 13 L drawer, up to 14 days for one cat (retailer claim) on the Scooper Young (Pro-X), 11.23 L bin, up to 14 days (Catster) on the M1.
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