Pet Zone Smart Scoop vs PetPivot AutoScooper 11
Researched by Riley Hart · prices checked Nov 4, 2026
As of Nov 4, 2026, the Pet Zone Smart Scoop costs $166 and the PetPivot AutoScooper 11 costs $179, so the Pet Zone Smart Scoop is $13 cheaper. The PetPivot AutoScooper 11 scores higher in our ranking (8.7 vs 8.6 out of 10). Pick the Pet Zone Smart Scoop for budget buyers with one or two cats. Pick the PetPivot AutoScooper 11 for owners who want no app. They split the points we can measure, 1 each.
Who wins, point by point
They split the points we can measure, 1 each. Built from today's prices, the specs and independent tests for these two robots.
| Smart Scoop | AutoScooper 11 | Winner | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price today | $166 | $179 | Smart Scoop |
| Cats.com score | 4/5 | 4.2/5 | AutoScooper 11 |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
- You want to spend less (saves $13)
- Best for budget buyers with one or two cats
- You care most about cats.com score (4.2/5 vs 4/5)
- Best for owners who want no app
- Cat weight
- 6 to 15 lb recommended
- Litter
- Clumping litter
- Waste drawer
- Covered waste
Low cost open top rake box with no app, for one or two cats
Full Pet Zone Smart Scoop review, pros and cons →- Cat weight
- 3 to 22 lb
- Litter
- Small tofu
- Waste drawer
- 10 L bin
App free open top self cleaning box for one or two cats
Full PetPivot AutoScooper 11 review, pros and cons →Side by side
| Pet Zone Smart Scoop | PetPivot AutoScooper 11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $166 | $179 |
| 3 year cost | $166 | $179 |
| Our score | 8.6/10 | 8.7/10 |
| Rank in Litter box | #3 | #2 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 1 year limited (Cats.com) | 1 year for most purchases (Cats.com) |
| Cat weight range | 6 to 15 lb recommended (Cats.com) | 3 to 22 lb (PetsRadar); The Gadgeteer lists cats over 3 lb and over 3 months |
| Max cats | Not published; Cats.com emptied the bin every 2 to 3 days with two cats | Not published |
| Waste drawer | Covered waste compartment with bag and carbon zeolite filter; 6 bags included, about a month of use (Chewy, Cats.com) | 10 L bin with bag liners, changed every 5 to 7 days (The Gadgeteer) or 5 to 10 days (PetsRadar) |
| Sensors | Motion activated timer: rake runs after a countdown that restarts if a cat re enters; rake stops if obstructed (Chewy, Cats.com) | 5 infrared and 4 Hall sensor sets that block cycles while a cat is inside (The Gadgeteer) |
| App | None | None; no Wi-Fi, app or subscription. Automatic and manual modes on the unit |
| Litter type | Clumping litter; Chewy also lists crystals, but Catological says it works with clumping litter only | Small tofu, clay or mixed clumping litter; not crystal or large tofu (PetsRadar) |
| Size | About 26.4 x 17 x 6.6 in, 10.5 lb (Cats.com) | 20.67 x 16.34 x 22.44 in, 9.8 kg, 13.18 in open top entry (PetsRadar); 7.9 L max litter (The Gadgeteer) |
| Noise | No dB rating published; YourBestDigs rated it quiet (2 of 5 on its noise scale) | 38 dB (maker figure quoted by PetsRadar and The Gadgeteer) |
| Cycle delay | Chewy lists a 15 minute countdown; Cats.com observed about 10 minutes | n/a |
| Power | Corded, 7.5 ft plus cord, no battery option (Chewy) | 12 V DC, 24 W (The Gadgeteer) |
| Best for | budget buyers with one or two cats | owners who want no app |
| Skip if | you want app tracking or have large cats | you want weight or visit tracking |
Specs are maker claims unless a reviewer is named. Prices from the stores we link, checked daily.
What reviewers found
Pet Zone Smart Scoop
- Cats.com (4/5): Tested in a two cat home with clumping clay; cycles ran about 10 minutes after use, no odor noticed, the bin needed emptying every 2 to 3 days and the rake missed some very small waste. Source
- YourBestDigs: Named Best Overall after in home testing with two cats; rated quiet and easy to set up in 20 to 30 minutes. Last updated in 2023. Source
PetPivot AutoScooper 11
- Cats.com (4.2/5): Two medium cats used it within minutes and odor was well contained; a 17 lb cat could enter but not turn comfortably. Review names the PetPivot AutoScooper without a version number; its 10 L drawer and 3 lb minimum match the AutoScooper 11. Source
- PetsRadar: Called it a good entry level box; manual mode suited an anxious cat, the mat cut tracking, liners lasted 5 to 10 days, but the cord was short. Source
Questions buyers ask
Which is better, the Pet Zone Smart Scoop or the PetPivot AutoScooper 11?
The PetPivot AutoScooper 11 scores higher in our ranking (8.7 vs 8.6 out of 10). Pick the Pet Zone Smart Scoop for budget buyers with one or two cats. Pick the PetPivot AutoScooper 11 for owners who want no app.
Which is cheaper?
The Pet Zone Smart Scoop at $166, versus $179 for the PetPivot AutoScooper 11, checked Nov 4, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $166 vs $179.
What is the difference between the Smart Scoop and the AutoScooper 11?
Cat weight range: 6 to 15 lb recommended (Cats.com) on the Smart Scoop, 3 to 22 lb (PetsRadar); The Gadgeteer lists cats over 3 lb and over 3 months on the AutoScooper 11. Max cats: Not published; Cats.com emptied the bin every 2 to 3 days with two cats on the Smart Scoop, Not published on the AutoScooper 11. Waste drawer: Covered waste compartment with bag and carbon zeolite filter; 6 bags included, about a… on the Smart Scoop, 10 L bin with bag liners, changed every 5 to 7 days (The Gadgeteer) or 5 to 10 days… on the AutoScooper 11.
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