Published Jan 22, 2025
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After many hours of researching and testing, the results are in! We’re confident that we’ve found the best seven cat litter boxes on the market in the UK, covering every type of product for every type of cat in every type of home.
The Catit Jumbo Hooded Cat Pan is my personal go-to, but I was impressed with a number of other boxes ranging from the interesting top entry design of the IRIS Round Top Entry Cat Litter Box to the great odour control features of the CAT CENTRE Litter Tray Hooded Toilet.
As any cat owner will know, no one product can ever address the needs of every single cat, so my top pick might not be right for you. Don’t fear, we’ve accounted for this in our reviews, picking a top choice for seven key categories to help you and your cat find the perfect fit.
At a Glance: 7 Best Cat Litter Boxes in the UK
Before we dive into the specifics, here’s a quick look at the products we’ve been testing out. Make sure to scroll down for more in-depth reviews of the top 7 best cat litter boxes in the UK.
Catit Jumbo Hooded Cat Pan
- Spacious interior
- Easy-access cat flap
- Built-in odour filter
Nestor Jumbo Cat Litter Box
- Well-sealed swing door
- Tall-sided enclosure
- Spacious interior
Curver 2068961 Petlife Cat Litter Box With Lid
- Removable litter drawer
- Stylish rattan design
- Built-in litter scoop storage
IRIS Large Stylish Round Top Entry Cat Litter Box
- Grooved lid to catch stray litter
- Top entry
- Easy-to-empty
CAT CENTRE Litter Tray Hooded Toilet
- Replaceable odour filter
- Enclosed design
- Extra-deep tray
Petface Hooded Corner Cat Litter Tray
- Corner design
- Built-in litter scoop storage
- Overlocking lid
Vivo Technologies Cat Litter Tray Box
- Affordably priced
- Open top design
- High walls to help contain scatter
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Over the past few years, Our team tested over 35 standard litter boxes with our cats and over a dozen automatic models. Drawing from our collective experience as well as countless hours of market research and consultation with veterinarians and cat behavior experts, I’ve learned what it takes to make a great litter box.
After selecting my top picks, I spent several weeks testing them in my own home for sturdiness, cat-friendliness, and effectiveness in preventing sticking, litter scatter, and odour. During testing, I made observations about how easy the litter boxes were to clean and whether my two cats, Wessie and Forest, seemed to prefer one over another. I also spent time reading customer reviews to see what other cat owners thought of these litter boxes.
In addition to research and testing, we consulted with several veterinarians to get their take on which litter boxes are the most effective and comfortable for cats.
Our Veterinary Advisors
- Dr. Danielle (Elly) Page, BVSc, BCom
- Dr. Chyrle Bonk, DVM
- Dr, Caren Carney, DVM
- Dr. Alex Crow, VetMed MRCVS
The Best Cat Litter Boxes In the UK: Our 7 Top Picks
Cleaning up after and keeping an eye on two energetic cats can be challenging at times, so I’m always looking for clever products to help me out. When it comes to cat litter boxes, I tend to look for options that are well-built and easy-to-clean, with features designed to help prevent odours and stray litter flying around my house.
The Catit Jumbo Hooded Cat Pan, I feel, balances my and my cats’ needs best, with its high walls, enclosed design and built-in odour filter helping to contain toilet routines to one area and affording my cats some much-needed privacy.
While this is my top pick, it might not be right for you or your cat, so below I’ve put together a list of equally great options of varying styles to help you find the perfect product for your cat.
#1 Overall Best: Catit Jumbo Hooded Cat Pan
- Price: £35 – £40
- Dimensions: 57 x 46 x 43 centimeters
- Type: Covered
- Works With: Any cat litter
- Strengths: Enclosed design, spacious, odour filter
Reasonably priced and very spacious, both me and my cats thought this was the best of the bunch. They were particularly happy with the enclosed design and easy-to-access door, and I found the large door flap made it easy to empty the tray without removing the entire top half.
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Emma Williams / Cats.com
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It comes with a replaceable carbon filter that I thought did a great job of tackling unpleasant odours, with this being something the enclosed design also really helps with. All in all, I think this box is a great all round pick, especially for owners of larger cats who value their privacy.
What We Liked:
- Large size
- Easy-to-clean
- Great odour reduction
What We Didn’t Like:
- Fastening clips could be sturdier
- Covered design might not suit all cats
#2 Best for Privacy: Nestor Jumbo Cat Litter Box
- Price: £40 – £45
- Dimensions: 66.5 x 48.5 x 46.5 centimeters
- Type: Covered
- Works With: Any cat litter
- Strengths: Enclosed design, removable swing door
Choosing between this litter tray and the Catit Jumbo for the best pick was tricky, as both have similar designs and strengths so it’s mostly price that separates them. That said, the slightly larger dimensions of this box did make it a little easier for my cats to reposition themselves once inside, and they did seem a little more comfortable using this box regularly.
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Emma Williams / Cats.com
It’s also worth noting that this box felt much sturdier than any of the other covered boxes we tried, so it might be worth choosing this option if your cat is a little heavy-pawed!
What We Liked:
- Very spacious
- Great build quality
- Ideal for shy cats
What We Didn’t Like:
- Can be heavy when full
- Takes up quite a lot of space
#3 Easiest to Clean: Curver 2068961 Petlife Cat Litter Box With Lid
- Price: £50 – £70
- Dimensions: 51 x 38.5 x 39.5 centimeters
- Type: Covered
- Works With: Any cat litter
- Strengths: Removable litter drawer, rattan-style design
The rattan-style of this box helps it to look less obvious as a litter tray, but I wasn’t too big of a fan of the look myself. My cats also didn’t seem to like this one much either, which is a bit of a shame because the removable litter drawer came in really handy in terms of cleaning.
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The enclosed design does a good job of containing litter scatter, and the well-sealed door helps to contain unpleasant smells, but the small size of this box could pose some problems for larger cats.
What We Liked:
- Really easy to clean/change litter
- Contains litter scatter/smells well
What We Didn’t Like:
- Quite expensive for a litter box
- Not suitable for larger cats
#4 Best Anti-Tracking: IRIS Large Stylish Round Top Entry Cat Litter Box
- Price: £35 – £40
- Dimensions: 41 x 52 x 37 centimeters
- Type: Top entry
- Works With: Any cat litter
- Strengths: Easy to empty, discrete design, grooved lid
This box has a very unique design, in fact it looks more like a laundry basket than a litter box with the entrance at the top of the container rather than the side. My cats quite liked it, finding the full surround walls to offer great privacy, but older cats might find it hard to get in and out.
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Emma Williams / Cats.com
Emma Williams / Cats.com
I liked the grooved lid as it did a great job of catching bits of litter stuck to my cats’ paws, and the reusable liner made it pretty easy to clean. Overall, this is a good quality box that would be best-suited for smaller/younger cats and for owners that want a discrete-looking litter box.
What We Liked:
- Discrete design
- Easy-to-clean
- Great anti-tracking features
What We Didn’t Like:
- Older cats might struggle getting in
- Could be a little less expensive
#5 Best for Odour Reduction: CAT CENTRE Litter Tray Hooded Toilet
- Price: £15 – £20
- Dimensions: 51 x 38.9 x 38.7 centimeters
- Type: Covered
- Works With: Any cat litter
- Strengths: Odour filter, inexpensive, removable lid
This box is really spacious and well-sealed, with the hooded entrance helping to contain litter scatter and odours really well. It also comes with an odour filter that I found to work a bit better than those on similar boxes, and the removable lid makes cleaning out the litter pretty easy.
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Emma Williams / Cats.com
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The only real downside to this box is its build quality, with some of the plastic clips feeling a little flimsy and easy-to-break. However, given the price of this box I didn’t expect it to be too durable, and it didn’t get damaged when my cats climbed on top so it’s not worryingly fragile.
What We Liked:
- Very spacious
- Great at containing odours
- Affordably priced
What We Didn’t Like:
- Build quality could be better
- Doesn’t look too appealing
#6 Most Space Efficient: Petface Hooded Corner Cat Litter Tray
- Price: £20 – £30
- Dimensions: 56 x 38 x 46 centimeters
- Type: Covered, corner
- Works With: Any cat litter
- Strengths: Corner design, litter scoop holder
I really like the clever design of this box, with the back walls making a right angle that fits snugly into the corner of a room. This box is perfect for people living flats or smaller houses, with other space-saving features like a little clip inside the door that can hold the litter scoop!
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Emma Williams / Cats.com
Emma Williams / Cats.com
The corner design does mean it’s a little small inside though, and I feel the unconventional shape could put off some cats, as it seemed to do for my little temperamental balls of fluff.
What We Liked:
- Clever space-saving design
- Convenient litter scoop holder
- Lid was easy to remove for cleaning
What We Didn’t Like:
- Quite small inside
- Odd shape could put off some cats
#7 Budget Pick: Vivo Technologies Cat Litter Tray Box
- Price: £15 – £20
- Dimensions: 60 x 40 x 30 centimeters
- Type: Open top
- Works With: Any cat litter
- Strengths: Inexpensive, durable, easy to clean
This litter tray is a good choice for owners of older cats or those with mobility issues, with an open top design and a little step on the front to help them get in and out. The sides are nice and tall to help stop litter flying out, but I did still find a few stray pieces when my cats used it.
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Emma Williams / Cats.com
Emma Williams / Cats.com
The best thing about this litter box is the price, making it a great option for cat owners on a budget. Despite the price, I found this box to be pretty sturdy, but the open top design does mean you’ll need to take other steps to tackle unpleasant smells and litter tracking.
What We Liked:
- Very affordable
- Surprisingly sturdy
- Great for older cats
What We Didn’t Like:
- No odour protection
- Little litter tracking protection
