Overview:
Cleaning a cat’s litter box is never a fun chore, regardless of how much you love your cat! Having an automatic self-cleaning litter box may not make the task of cleaning a litter box fun, but it will certainly significantly reduce the time and effort that it takes to get the job done right. LitterMaid has come out with yet another wonderful product that makes cat litter box maintenance almost non-existent. With this newer model, they have even cut back the noise level, which was a source of complaint for many LitterMaid litter box users. The quieter motor is less of a scare to the cat, and less of a nuisance to the owner. The infrared sensors send a rake through the litter box, which scoops out the waste and deposits it into a re-sealable waste receptacle. This is done ten minutes after the cat has exited the litter box. If the cat should re-enter the cat box before ten minutes have elapsed, the timer will reset for another ten minutes. The safety bar prevents the cat’s paws and finger from getting stuck in the rake. The LM700 also uses premium clumping litter, which is more expensive than other kitty litter. On the other hand, less of it is needed to fill the litter box. The LM700 can help make one’s home cleaner and virtually odor-free.
Description:
The LM700 is a two piece automatic self-cleaning litter box, which consists of a cover and a base made from heavy-gauge plastic. This newer design of the original LM500 features a deeper litter pan, a removable rake for easy cleaning, a detachable tray, and a safety bar that can prevent any accident with the cat’s paws and fingers. Just like the LM500, the LM700 can be plugged in to an outlet or operated with 8 D-cell batteries, although this is recommended for backup use only. The LM litter box measures 23 x 16 ¼ x 8 ¾ inches and weighs 11.6 pounds. This model is suitable for a medium sized cat and for a single cat household.
Premium clumping litter, which is more expensive than standard litter, is required, but less of it is needed. The product includes four waste receptacles and additional waste receptacles can be purchased separately. It also includes a cleaning brush and an instruction booklet. The unit does not include extra accessories such as the Paw Cleaning Ramp or the LitterMaid Kitty Kabana as some of the deluxe models include. These accessories however, can be purchased separately and usually for lower prices. Since the LM700 and LM500 models are more popular and sell more frequently than the deluxe ones, they are on sale more often.
Review:
The LM700 is a slight improvement over the LM500, since it is designed with a quieter motor. However, users of this product still complain about the noise level, but admit that both they and the cat become accustomed to it after a while. This model is also a standard sized litter box, and although it is marketed for single cat households, it is suitable for households with more than one cat as long as the cats are not extra large. The larger models are good for larger cats and for individuals who want the extra space. Once users have gotten used to the LM700, they will not want to part from it. Though it is a huge help, the LM700 is not perfect and one should expect the lifespan to come to an end at some point. The more care given, the longer the device will last. The LM700 does come with a limited manufacturer’s guarantee just in case something should happen to it. Even with the downsides, this product will provide a cleaner and fresher environment for the owner as well as for the cat and is worth having around for as long as it lasts.
Dimensions:
23 x 16 ¼ x 8 ¾ inches ; 11.6 pounds
Single Cat / Multiple Cats:
Single
Litter Required:
Premium Clumping Litter
Power:
AC Adapter or 8 D-cell batteries (recommended for backup only)
Cleaning Cycle Time:
Begins ten minutes after cat’s exit; resets timer if cat re-enters litter box.
Number of Waste Receptacles:
Four (can buy more separately)
Detachable Litter Tray:
Yes
Safety Bar:
Yes
Removable Steel Rake:
Yes
Triple Action Tool:
No
Cleaning Brush:
Yes
Instruction Booklet:
Yes
Sleep Timer for Nighttime use:
No
Sensor-Activated Ionic Air Cleaner:
No
Powerful Odor-Absorbing Carbon Filters:
No
Paw Cleaning Ramp:
No
LitterMaid Kitty Kabana:
No
