Cats require minimal care, but scooping from the litter box is always unpleasant, to say the least. It’s messy, it stinks and if you forget to do it, your cat will definitely act out. That’s where smart litter boxes come in handy—they’re easy to use, cycling out waste to keep your house smelling fresh. And while some can be pricey, pet parents on a budget can find open-top automatic boxes, closed self-cleaning boxes and more on Amazon for affordable prices.
Check out these six pet-safe options that are all $200 or under and can simplify the nastiest part of cat ownership, sans the hefty price tag. They all buy you a little extra time—and best of all, they spare you the less pleasant aspects of cat parenting.