CATLINK Luxury Pro vs Litter-Robot 4
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Scores side by side
| Category | CATLINK Luxury Pro | Litter-Robot 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Cleaning | 8.3 | 9.1 |
| Odor control | 8.0 | 8.9 |
| Safety | 8.0 | 9.5 |
| App | 8.1 | 9.0 |
| Maintenance | 7.9 | 8.7 |
| Value | 8.8 | 7.0 |
| Overall | 8.2 | 8.8 |
Cost to own
| Total spend after | CATLINK Luxury Pro | Litter-Robot 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Running cost per year | $75 | $90 |
| 1 year | $504 | $789 |
| 3 years | $654 | $969 |
| 5 years | $804 | $1149 |
Every specification
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Size & fit
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 21.6 x 24.4 x 25.2 in | 22 x 27 x 29.5 in |
|---|---|---|
| Floor footprint | 21.6 x 24.4 in | 22 x 27 in |
| Entry height | 8.3 in | 8.5 in |
| Unit weight | 25 lb | 24 lb |
| Minimum cat weight | 3.3 lb | 3 lb |
| Maximum cat weight | 18 lb | 20 lb |
Capacity & litter
| Waste drawer capacity | 9 L | 9.2 L |
|---|---|---|
| Litter types accepted | Clumping clay, Tofu | Clumping clay |
| Rated for multiple cats | Yes | Yes |
| Cats supported | Up to 3 | Up to 4 |
Smart features
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|
| App | CATLINK (iOS, Android) | Whisker (iOS, Android) |
| Power | Mains, 24 V adapter | Mains, 24 V adapter |
Odor & noise
| Odor system | Carbon filter + sealed drawer | OdorTrap pods + carbon filter + sealed drawer |
|---|---|---|
| Measured noise | ~50 dB at 3 ft | ~44 dB at 3 ft |
| Cycle time | ~3 min | ~2 min 30 s |
Safety
| Safety sensors | Infrared entry, Weight sensor | SafeCat weight sensor, Laser entry detection, Pinch detect, Anti-pinch bonnet |
|---|
Running costs
| Waste bag type | Standard kitchen bags | Standard kitchen bags |
|---|---|---|
| Bag cost per year | 30 | 30 |
| Filter cost per year | 45 | 60 |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year (3 with WhiskerCare) |
Which one, for whom
CATLINK Luxury Pro
Best for
- One or two cats
- First-time automatic box buyers
- Budget-conscious tofu litter users
Not ideal for
- Three or more cats
- Cats over 18 lb
Litter-Robot 4
Best for
- Multi-cat homes
- People who want it to just work
- Bedrooms and small apartments where noise matters
Not ideal for
- Tight budgets
- Very large cats over 20 lb
- Homes with no space for a 22 x 27 in footprint