Black Friday just delivered the best deal we've seen on automated pet care. The Petkit PuraMax 2 - WIRED's top pick for automatic litter boxes - dropped from $500 to $350 across major retailers, marking the steepest discount yet on what reviewers call the 'best model for most people.' With triple odor control and smart app tracking, this deal makes premium pet tech accessible to budget-conscious cat parents.
Petkit just made premium pet care more affordable. The company's PuraMax 2 automatic litter box - which usually retails for $500 - is now selling for $350 through Black Friday weekend, representing a $150 savings that puts this WIRED-tested favorite within reach of more cat owners. Amazon, Walmart, and Petkit's direct store are all offering the same discounted price. According to WIRED's comprehensive testing by pet tech reviewer Molly Higgins, this model stands out in the crowded automatic litter box market for its practical design and odor management. 'I still think the best model for most people is the Petkit PuraMax 2,' Higgins wrote after testing over a dozen competing devices. The PuraMax 2 differentiates itself through what Petkit calls triple odor control - a sealed waste compartment, an odor eliminator attachment, and a citrusy deodorizing spray that activates after each cleaning cycle. The system also logs every use through its companion app, tracking weight, duration, and cleaning cycles. But it's the physical design that impressed testers most. Unlike many competitors, the PuraMax 2 rotates upward when it's time to refill with fresh litter, eliminating the cramped, awkward positioning that plagues other automatic boxes. 'Trust, it's a back saver,' according to the WIRED review. The timing of this deal reflects broader trends in the pet tech market, where automatic litter boxes typically range from $500 to over $1,000 for AI-enabled models with built-in cameras. Petkit's more expensive Purobot Ultra, which includes AI cat identification and rotating cameras, currently sells for $700 down from $1,000. The PuraMax 2's appeal lies in its sweet spot between functionality and price. It includes app connectivity and manual controls, supports cats weighing 3.5 to 18 pounds, and works with clay, tofu, mixed, and bentonite litters (though not crystal varieties). The device measures 24.4 x 21.2 inches with a 76-liter interior capacity. Market analysis suggests automatic litter boxes represent one of the fastest-growing segments in pet tech, driven by busy pet owners seeking convenience without sacrificing hygiene. The PuraMax 2's $350 Black Friday price puts it below the segment's typical entry point, potentially expanding the addressable market significantly. For context, competing automatic litter boxes from brands like Litter-Robot and Whisker typically retail between $500-700 before any smart features. positioning at $350 during this sale creates clear value separation in a market where price sensitivity often determines adoption.
