PetPivot AutoScooper 11 vs PetSafe ScoopFree Crystal Classic
Researched by Riley Hart · prices checked Nov 11, 2026
As of Nov 11, 2026, the PetPivot AutoScooper 11 costs $179 and the PetSafe ScoopFree Crystal Classic costs $100, so the PetSafe ScoopFree Crystal Classic is $79 cheaper. The PetSafe ScoopFree Crystal Classic scores higher in our ranking (8.6 vs 8.5 out of 10). Pick the PetPivot AutoScooper 11 for owners who want no app. Pick the PetSafe ScoopFree Crystal Classic for one small cat on a tight budget. 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.
| AutoScooper 11 | ScoopFree Crystal Classic | Winner | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price today | $179 | $100 | ScoopFree Crystal Classic |
| Cats.com score | 4.2/5 | 4/5 | AutoScooper 11 |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
- You care most about cats.com score (4.2/5 vs 4/5)
- Best for owners who want no app
- You want to spend less (saves $79)
- Best for one small cat on a tight budget
- 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 →- Max cats
- PetSafe says single or
- Litter
- PetSafe ScoopFree
- Waste drawer
- No drawer
Cheapest PetSafe rake box, crystal trays, no hood and no app
Full PetSafe ScoopFree Crystal Classic review, pros and cons →Side by side
| PetPivot AutoScooper 11 | PetSafe ScoopFree Crystal Classic | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $179 | $100 |
| 3 year cost | $179 | $100 |
| Our score | 8.5/10 | 8.6/10 |
| Rank in Litter box | #4 | #2 |
| Status | on sale | on sale |
| Warranty | 1 year for most purchases (Cats.com) | 1 year limited (Cats.com) |
| Cat weight range | 3 to 22 lb (PetsRadar); The Gadgeteer lists cats over 3 lb and over 3 months | n/a |
| Max cats | Not published | PetSafe says single or multi cat homes; Cats.com advises against it for two or more cats |
| Waste drawer | 10 L bin with bag liners, changed every 5 to 7 days (The Gadgeteer) or 5 to 10 days (PetsRadar) | No drawer; rake pushes waste under a lid on the disposable tray, tray replaced about monthly (Cats.com) |
| Sensors | 5 infrared and 4 Hall sensor sets that block cycles while a cat is inside (The Gadgeteer) | Cat sensor with safety delay; rake runs 20 minutes after use, each cycle just over a minute (Cats.com) |
| App | None; no Wi-Fi, app or subscription. Automatic and manual modes on the unit | None |
| Litter type | Small tofu, clay or mixed clumping litter; not crystal or large tofu (PetsRadar) | PetSafe ScoopFree crystal litter trays only (PetSafe) |
| Size | 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) | 20.4 x 7.1 x 28.0 in (PetSafe); usable litter bed about 14 x 14 in (Cats.com) |
| Noise | 38 dB (maker figure quoted by PetsRadar and The Gadgeteer) | n/a |
| Power | 12 V DC, 24 W (The Gadgeteer) | n/a |
| Rake delay | n/a | 5, 10 or 20 minutes (Cats.com comparison); Cats.com hands on review saw a 20 minute delay |
| Tray life | n/a | Cats.com tester got 7 to 9 days with two cats, short of PetSafe's 10 to 15 day claim |
| Model number | n/a | PAL00-17296 (PetSafe store and support page) |
| Best for | owners who want no app | one small cat on a tight budget |
| Skip if | you want weight or visit tracking | you have two or more cats or a large cat |
Specs are maker claims unless a reviewer is named. Prices from the stores we link, checked daily.
What reviewers found
PetPivot AutoScooper 11
- The Gadgeteer: Easy setup and both modes worked, but the reviewer's cats never adopted it; noted poorly fitting bags and that the unit restarts in auto mode after power loss with a 30 minute delay. Source
- 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
PetSafe ScoopFree Crystal Classic
- Cats.com (4/5): Hands on test of the base ScoopFree: litter stayed dry 7 to 9 days with two cats versus PetSafe's 10 to 15 day claim; rake ran 20 minutes after use; low tracking; reviewer did not recommend it for two or more cats. Source
- The Gadgeteer: Older test of the original ScoopFree: well made with a sturdy metal rake, cleans about 20 minutes after the cat leaves, crystal litter only; the reviewer's cat refused it for about two months. This was an earlier version, not the current Crystal Classic. Source
Questions buyers ask
Which is better, the PetPivot AutoScooper 11 or the PetSafe ScoopFree Crystal Classic?
The PetSafe ScoopFree Crystal Classic scores higher in our ranking (8.6 vs 8.5 out of 10). Pick the PetPivot AutoScooper 11 for owners who want no app. Pick the PetSafe ScoopFree Crystal Classic for one small cat on a tight budget.
Which is cheaper?
The PetSafe ScoopFree Crystal Classic at $100, versus $179 for the PetPivot AutoScooper 11, checked Nov 11, 2026. Over 3 years with running costs: $179 vs $100.
What is the difference between the AutoScooper 11 and the ScoopFree Crystal Classic?
Max cats: Not published on the AutoScooper 11, PetSafe says single or multi cat homes; Cats.com advises against it for two or more cats on the ScoopFree Crystal Classic. Waste drawer: 10 L bin with bag liners, changed every 5 to 7 days (The Gadgeteer) or 5 to 10 days… on the AutoScooper 11, No drawer; rake pushes waste under a lid on the disposable tray, tray replaced about… on the ScoopFree Crystal Classic. Sensors: 5 infrared and 4 Hall sensor sets that block cycles while a cat is inside (The Gadgeteer) on the AutoScooper 11, Cat sensor with safety delay; rake runs 20 minutes after use, each cycle just over a… on the ScoopFree Crystal Classic.
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