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Automatic Litter Box with APP Control, Self Cleaning Cat Litter Box with Dual Safety Sensors, 11L Extra Large Waste Bin, Deodorization, Smart Kitty Litter Box with Mat for Multiple Cats Review

4.1 (30) Amazon rating$199.99200+ bought last month

Our verdict

The Thereye ER-SC06 packs app control, dual safety sensors, and an extra-large waste bin into a mid-priced automatic litter box, but its review count is thin enough that you're still an early adopter buying it.

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Best for

Single or two-cat homes that want app control and dual safety sensors without paying for a premium brand name.

Skip if

You want a proven track record with thousands of reviews behind it, or you need a lid to contain litter kick-out.

Our scorecard

4.0/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.1/5

    4.1 average across 30 owner ratings

  • Popularity1.0/5

    30 owner reviews, fewer than most models here

The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other dog and cat food, health, gear and grooming we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.

Overview

The ER-SC06 is a self-cleaning litter box built by Thereye, sold under the generic 'Automatic' listing name that's common with newer Amazon litter box brands. It runs on app control and uses dual safety sensors, which is the baseline most buyers now expect before they'll trust an automated rake near their cat. The 11L waste bin is described as extra large for a unit in this size and price class, and the deodorization feature is meant to keep the area between bag changes from smelling like a litter box at all.

At 21.8 inches long, 20.1 inches wide, and 21.2 inches tall, it's built for a single cat or a calm two-cat household rather than a multi-cat colony. The polypropylene housing is the same plastic used across most budget and mid-range self-cleaning boxes, chosen because it resists litter dust staining and cleans up easily with a wipe.

With only 30 reviews on record, this is a newer entrant next to established names, so the 4.1 average rating is a smaller sample than most shoppers are used to relying on. Bought last month figures suggest it's moving at a modest but real pace for a box in this price range.

Pros

  • App control lets you check cleaning cycles and schedule from your phone
  • Dual safety sensors are the current standard for automated rake safety
  • 11L waste bin is sized generously for a box in this footprint
  • Deodorization feature aims to cut smell between bag changes
  • Polypropylene housing is easy to wipe down and resists litter dust

Cons

  • Review count is still low, so long-term reliability isn't well established yet
  • No lid, which means more litter tracking and kick-out risk than covered models
  • At 21.8 by 20.1 inches it's tight for multi-cat households

Performance notes

The 21.2 inch height and open design (no lid listed) put this in the same footprint class as most single-cat automatic boxes. Dual safety sensors are the mechanism that stops the rake if a cat re-enters mid-cycle, and the 11L bin capacity is on the larger side for boxes this compact, which should mean fewer bag changes per week for a one-cat household. Polypropylene is a durable, low-maintenance plastic that won't crack under normal use.

What buyers say

A 4.1 average rating from 30 reviews is a decent early signal but a small sample. Shoppers should treat this more like a promising newcomer than a thoroughly vetted pick.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the Thereye ER-SC06 work for multiple cats?

It can handle two cats that get along, but with an 11L bin and a compact 21.8 by 20.1 inch footprint it's really sized for a single cat's daily use. Multi-cat households will likely need to empty the bin more often than the listing implies.

Does this litter box have a lid?

No, the ER-SC06 is an open-top design. That means easier access for cats who dislike enclosed boxes, but expect more litter tracking around the base than you'd get with a covered model.

How reliable is the 4.1 star rating?

It's based on 30 reviews, which is a small sample compared to established self-cleaning litter box brands with thousands of ratings. The rating is a useful early signal but not yet a large-scale track record.

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