Cheerble Wicked Ball Air vs Petcube Play 2
Researched by Riley Hart · prices checked Nov 4, 2026
As of Nov 4, 2026, the Cheerble Wicked Ball Air costs $45 and the Petcube Play 2 costs $80, so the Cheerble Wicked Ball Air is $35 cheaper. Pick the Cheerble Wicked Ball Air for medium dogs on hard floors. Pick the Petcube Play 2 for cat owners who want a laser game on a budget. The Cheerble Wicked Ball Air wins 1 of 2 points we can measure (1 tied).
Who wins, point by point
The Cheerble Wicked Ball Air wins 1 of 2 points we can measure (1 tied). Built from today's prices, the specs and independent tests for these two robots.
| Wicked Ball Air | Play 2 | Winner | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price today | $45 | $80 | Wicked Ball Air |
| Warranty | 12 months | 1 year | Tie |
- You want to spend less (saves $35)
- Best for medium dogs on hard floors
- Best for cat owners who want a laser game on a budget
- Type
- Self propelled ball
- For
- Dogs
- Camera
- None
- Power
- 200 mAh battery
Foam shell self rolling ball for medium dogs, USB-C charging
Full Cheerble Wicked Ball Air review, pros and cons →- Type
- Stationary Wi-Fi camera
- For
- Mainly cats
- Camera
- 1080p
- Power
- Wired
Wide angle pet camera with a built in laser game for cats
Full Petcube Play 2 review, pros and cons →Side by side
| Cheerble Wicked Ball Air | Petcube Play 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $45 | $80 |
| 3 year cost | $45 | $80 |
| Our score | Not scored yet | Not scored yet |
| Rank in Pet care | #6 | #7 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 12 month limited (Cheerble) | 1 year limited |
| Type | Self propelled ball, 3 modes: Normal, Passive, Gentle (Cheerble) | Stationary Wi-Fi camera with a remote and auto play laser toy; it does not drive around |
| Pet | Dogs, gentle chewers (Cheerble) | Mainly cats; laser chase also suits some dogs |
| Power | 200 mAh battery, USB-C, about 50 minute charge (Cheerble) | Wired; USB cable and Petcube power adapter, no battery (Petcube; GStyle) |
| Runtime | Up to 3.5 hours (Cheerble) | Continuous while plugged in |
| App | None | Petcube app; Petcube Care plans from $5.99 per month add up to 90 day video history and smart alerts (Petcube); Trusted Reviews says it does not record automatically without a plan |
| Camera | None | 1080p, 160 degree view, 8x digital zoom, night vision up to 30 ft (Petcube); Trusted Reviews found its unit stuck at 720p |
| Treat dispenser | None | None |
| Size | 80 mm (3.2 in) diameter (Cheerble) | 3.6 x 3.2 x 3.6 in (Petcube) |
| Weight | 130 g (4.6 oz) (Cheerble) | n/a |
| Safety | Chew resistant, not chew proof (The Gadgeteer); supervised play advised (Cheerble) | Petcube lists a class 3R laser (class 2 in the EU) and calls it eye safe; supervise play and avoid aiming at eyes |
| Best for | medium dogs on hard floors | cat owners who want a laser game on a budget |
| Skip if | you have carpet or a power chewer | you want a robot that moves room to room |
Specs are maker claims unless a reviewer is named. Prices from the stores we link, checked daily.
What reviewers found
Cheerble Wicked Ball Air
- The Gadgeteer: A lab mix played off and on for a few weeks; modes worked on hard floors but were very muted on carpet and grass; shell is chew resistant rather than chew proof. Sample supplied free. Source
Petcube Play 2
- Trusted Reviews: Unit defaulted to 720p and would not switch back; 160 degree view covers most of a room; laser fairly bright but hard to see in sunlight, with imprecise, jerky aiming; no automatic recording without a plan. Source
- GStyle Magazine: Laser controlled by tapping or dragging in the app; colors looked muddy but scenes stayed clear; needs a wall outlet and should sit at least 3 ft high. Source
Questions buyers ask
Which is better, the Cheerble Wicked Ball Air or the Petcube Play 2?
Pick the Cheerble Wicked Ball Air for medium dogs on hard floors. Pick the Petcube Play 2 for cat owners who want a laser game on a budget.
Which is cheaper?
The Cheerble Wicked Ball Air at $45, versus $80 for the Petcube Play 2, checked Nov 4, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $45 vs $80.
What is the difference between the Wicked Ball Air and the Play 2?
Type: Self propelled ball, 3 modes: Normal, Passive, Gentle (Cheerble) on the Wicked Ball Air, Stationary Wi-Fi camera with a remote and auto play laser toy; it does not drive around on the Play 2. Pet: Dogs, gentle chewers (Cheerble) on the Wicked Ball Air, Mainly cats; laser chase also suits some dogs on the Play 2. Power: 200 mAh battery, USB-C, about 50 minute charge (Cheerble) on the Wicked Ball Air, Wired; USB cable and Petcube power adapter, no battery (Petcube; GStyle) on the Play 2.
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