{"id":686188,"date":"2025-01-09T22:17:09","date_gmt":"2025-01-09T22:17:09","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2025-01-12T18:57:53","modified_gmt":"2025-01-12T18:57:53","slug":"catlink-scooper-se-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.catster.com\/lifestyle\/catlink-scooper-se-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Catlink Scooper SE Review 2025: Improving Pet And Owner Lives Through Technology"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Our Final Verdict<\/div>
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We give Catlink Scooper SE a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Ease of Setup:<\/strong> 4\/5<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
App Ergonomics<\/strong>:<\/strong> 4\/5<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
Effeciency:<\/strong> 4\/5<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
Odor Control:<\/strong> 5\/5<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
Owner Benefits:<\/strong> 5\/5<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
Value:<\/strong> 5\/5<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n

Self-cleaning litter boxes for indoor cats have been around for a few decades, but the technology has improved over the years. The rake system of the old days became a rotating globe to improve efficiency. Noisy moving parts became quieter. And improved safety features were implemented. But it was only within the last five years that \u201csmart\u201d litter boxes hit the market. These new devices provide a level of intelligent technology that not only simplifies the lives of pet owners, but also provides important insights into the health of our kitty companions.<\/p>\n

The Scooper SE by Catlink is one such product that I recently tested with my own cat Luna. It has proven efficient, quiet, and capable of delivering valuable information directly to my phone. Not only does this smart litter box remove the daily hassle of litter scooping from my life, but it also keeps track of my cat\u2019s weight and the frequency and duration of her litter box visits \u2013 all important things to know for owners that like to stay on top of their pets\u2019 health.<\/p>\n

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Product Type:<\/strong><\/td>\nAutomated litter box with phone app<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Best Suited For:<\/strong><\/td>\nOlder kittens, cats accustomed to enclosed litter boxes, cats with mobility issues<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Price Range:<\/strong><\/td>\nModerately priced<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Contents:<\/strong><\/td>\nScooper SE litter box, power adapter, 1 roll of trash liners, 1 deodorizing disc, instruction manual, quick-start card, stickers, alternative litter screen<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Specs:<\/strong><\/td>\n24.25 lbs; 21.46\u201d high x 23.58\u201d wide x 20.98\u201d deep exterior; 9.45″ high x 8.38″ wide entrance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Options:<\/strong><\/td>\nOne size in white only; must use clumping, tofu, or mixed litter only<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Assembly:<\/strong><\/td>\nArrives assembled except for deodorizing component; Must pair with Catlink app<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Cleaning:<\/strong><\/td>\nDisposable trash liners; removable globe for thorough washing; wipe base with damp cloth<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Warranty:<\/strong><\/td>\nOne-year complimentary warranty<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Returns:<\/strong><\/td>\n90-day return policy, customer pays return shipping, cleaning fee may apply<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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Our Experience<\/h2>\n

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Since I got baby Luna in 2020, we have only used one type of litter box \u2013 the standard plastic tray. No special technology, just \u201cget in and go.\u201d That has worked for us, but cleaning the litter box has always been unpleasant. That\u2019s why I decided to finally give a \u201csmart\u201d litter box a try.<\/p>\n

I have to say, setting this device up was far from easy due to the process of pairing the device to the phone app. Each failed attempt produced an alert on my phone suggesting I might be using a 5g internet bandwidth and informing me the device is only compatible with 2.4g. As an experiment, I took the Scooper SE to a family member\u2019s house and attempted the pairing process again. When the device connected to my phone right away using their internet, I knew my bandwidth was the problem and began Googling. After a couple days of reading tech articles, I finally solved the problem by logging into my router via my laptop (which I have never had to do before) and disabling the 5g bandwidth in two different screens so that the router only produces a 2.4g band output. At long last, when I attempted the pairing process again \u2013 success!<\/p>\n

Since introducing the Scooper SE to Luna, she has decided that an enclosed litter box is not so bad, but she still sometimes prefers her basic plastic tray. I like that she has the option, but I appreciate it when she uses the Scooper SE because it means less work for me! I also like being able to keep track of her weight. And the new litter box does a great job of odor control by containing the waste in an air-tight compartment as well as continuously deodorizing the globe.<\/p>\n

Sometimes waste does slip under the screen at the back of the globe during rotation and does not get deposited in the waste bag. Also, the instruction manual is unclear on the correct disassembly process to clean the globe while offering no <\/em>guidance on how to change the trash liner. The manual doesn\u2019t offer any insight into how to use the app either. But some of this can be overcome by watching the array of YouTube videos available about this device.<\/p>\n

Some things I really like about the Scooper SE is that it reduces airborne litter dust in the room, you can use any trash bag that fits the ring in the waste compartment, and I can opt for the manual mode which allows me to visually keep track of my cat\u2019s stool consistency and urine output. And while it doesn\u2019t alert me when I need to add more litter, the device does alert when the waste bag is full. So, although setup was an annoyance for me personally, everything is working smoothly now, and Luna and I are happy to have this intelligent litter box as an option in our household.<\/p>\n

Pros & Cons\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Pros<\/div>
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