Meowant SC01 Self-Cleaning Litter Box vs Neakasa M1
Researched by Riley Hart · prices checked Oct 14, 2026
As of Oct 14, 2026, the Meowant SC01 Self-Cleaning Litter Box has no store price on file and the Neakasa M1 costs $430. The Neakasa M1 scores higher in our ranking (8.1 vs 7.4 out of 10). Pick the Meowant SC01 Self-Cleaning Litter Box for one small or senior cat. Pick the Neakasa M1 for large cats that dislike hoods. The Meowant SC01 Self-Cleaning Litter Box wins 2 of 3 points we can measure (1 tied).
Who wins, point by point
The Meowant SC01 Self-Cleaning Litter Box wins 2 of 3 points we can measure (1 tied). Built from today's prices, the specs and independent tests for these two robots.
| Meowant SC01 Self-Cleaning Litter Box | M1 | Winner | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cats.com score | 4.2/5 | 4/5 | Meowant SC01 Self-Cleaning Litter Box |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
| Noise | 40 dB | 50 dB | Meowant SC01 Self-Cleaning Litter Box |
- You care most about cats.com score (4.2/5 vs 4/5)
- You care most about noise (40 dB vs 50 dB)
- Best for one small or senior cat
- Best for large cats that dislike hoods
- Cat weight
- 3 to 18 lb
- Max cats
- No limit stated
- Litter
- Clumping litter
- Waste drawer
- Side waste bin
Budget globe box with a low 4.8 in entry for small or older cats
Full Meowant SC01 Self-Cleaning Litter Box 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
| Meowant SC01 Self-Cleaning Litter Box | Neakasa M1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | n/a | $430 |
| 3 year cost | n/a | $482 |
| Our score | 7.4/10 | 8.1/10 |
| Rank in Litter box | #7 | #5 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 1 year; 30 day returns (Cats.com, official shop listing) | 1 year (per Cats.com) |
| Cat weight range | 3 to 18 lb (Cats.com; official shop listing says up to 18 lb); The Gadgeteer listed 3 to 22 lb in 2023 | 2.2 to 33 lb |
| Max cats | No limit stated; app tells up to 6 cats apart by weight (Cats.com); The Gadgeteer found it cramped for more than one cat | Not stated; marketed for multi cat homes |
| Waste drawer | Side waste bin, 5 L per The Gadgeteer, 6 L per Cats.com; The Gadgeteer's bin was half full after 3 days | 11.23 L bin, up to 14 days (Catster) |
| Sensors | Radar, hall, gravity and grating sensors (Cats.com); cycle pauses when a cat comes within about 12 in (The Gadgeteer) | 6 sets of infrared sensors and 4 weight sensors |
| App | AIR PET app over 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi with visit, frequency and weight logs; on unit buttons work without internet | Neakasa app (iOS and Android) |
| Litter type | Clumping litter with granules under 15 mm (0.59 in); Cats.com also lists plant based, mixed and crystal as compatible | Clumping granular litter such as clay |
| Size | 20.5 x 20.9 x 21.85 in, 20.9 lb empty (The Gadgeteer); Cats.com lists 20 x 21 x 22 in and 28.7 lb; 4.8 in entry height, 14 x 14 in interior | 23.26 x 20.67 in footprint, 20.2 in tall, entry 13.86 in high, 22.81 lb |
| Noise | Under 40 dB (maker claim cited by Cats.com and The Gadgeteer) | 50 dB (maker claim) |
| Best for | one small or senior cat | large cats that dislike hoods |
| Skip if | you have large cats or a multi cat home | 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
Meowant SC01 Self-Cleaning Litter Box
- Cats.com (4.2/5): Scored 5/5 on price and appearance but 3/5 on construction; noted the small 6 L side bin, litter trapped in the drum gap and scatter from the low entry. Source
- The Gadgeteer: Clean cycle took about 30 seconds and paused when a cat came within 12 in; weight detection was accurate and the bin was half full after 3 days. One of two test cats refused to use it; reviewer suggests it for a single calm cat under 10 lb. 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 Meowant SC01 Self-Cleaning Litter Box or the Neakasa M1?
The Neakasa M1 scores higher in our ranking (8.1 vs 7.4 out of 10). Pick the Meowant SC01 Self-Cleaning Litter Box for one small or senior cat. Pick the Neakasa M1 for large cats that dislike hoods.
What is the difference between the SC01 Self-Cleaning Litter Box and the M1?
Cat weight range: 3 to 18 lb (Cats.com; official shop listing says up to 18 lb); The Gadgeteer listed 3 to… on the SC01 Self-Cleaning Litter Box, 2.2 to 33 lb on the M1. Max cats: No limit stated; app tells up to 6 cats apart by weight (Cats.com); The Gadgeteer found… on the SC01 Self-Cleaning Litter Box, Not stated; marketed for multi cat homes on the M1. Waste drawer: Side waste bin, 5 L per The Gadgeteer, 6 L per Cats.com; The Gadgeteer's bin was half… on the SC01 Self-Cleaning Litter Box, 11.23 L bin, up to 14 days (Catster) on the M1.
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