Purobot Max 3 vs ScoopFree Crystal Pro (Hooded)
One requires the maker's own litter, the other takes standard litter
Petkit Purobot Max 3
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PetSafe ScoopFree Crystal Pro (Hooded)
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List price on petsafe.com for the hooded version.
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Where the published data differs
Every line below is computed from the two manufacturers’ own figures. Attributes neither brand publishes are omitted.
- ScoopFree Crystal Pro (Hooded) lists at $229.99, $170 below Purobot Max 3 at $399.99.
- Proprietary litter required: published for ScoopFree Crystal Pro (Hooded), not for Purobot Max 3.
- App control: published for Purobot Max 3, not for ScoopFree Crystal Pro (Hooded).
- Proprietary waste bags required: published for Purobot Max 3, not for ScoopFree Crystal Pro (Hooded).
- Litter type required: Purobot Max 3 — Clumping clay, tofu, corn or bentonite litters; ScoopFree Crystal Pro (Hooded) — ScoopFree Crystal Litter disposable tray.
- Cleaning cycle trigger: Purobot Max 3 — Automatic after the cat exits, with app scheduling; ScoopFree Crystal Pro (Hooded) — Rake cycle 20 minutes after the cat exits.
- Odor control method: Purobot Max 3 — Four-part OdorVoid system with sealed waste bin; ScoopFree Crystal Pro (Hooded) — Crystal litter absorption in a disposable tray.
- Power source: Purobot Max 3 — AC adapter, 12V/2A; ScoopFree Crystal Pro (Hooded) — AC adapter.
Full specification comparison
| Attribute | Purobot Max 3 | ScoopFree Crystal Pro (Hooded) |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-cat suitable | Yes | Yes |
| Minimum cat weight | 3.3 lbs | Not published |
| Maximum cat weight | 22 lbs | Not published |
| Waste drawer capacity | 7 L | Not published |
| Litter type required | Clumping clay, tofu, corn or bentonite litters | ScoopFree Crystal Litter disposable tray |
| Proprietary litter required | No | Yes |
| Proprietary waste bags required | Yes | No |
| Subscription required | No | No |
| Cleaning cycle trigger | Automatic after the cat exits, with app scheduling | Rake cycle 20 minutes after the cat exits |
| Adjustable cycle delay | Yes | Not published |
| App control | Yes | No |
| Weight sensing | Yes | Not published |
| Health monitoring | Yes | Not published |
| Odor control method | Four-part OdorVoid system with sealed waste bin | Crystal litter absorption in a disposable tray |
| Entry height | 8.03 in | Not published |
| Interior dimensions | Not published by either | Not published by either |
| Footprint | 24.4 x 21.2 x 21.7 in | Not published |
| Operating noise | 35 dB | Not published |
| Power source | AC adapter, 12V/2A | AC adapter |
| Battery backup | No | Not published |
| Warranty | 24 months | Not published |