Neakasa M1 Plus or Neakasa M1 Plus Lite: which should you choose?
A side-by-side comparison of the two automatic litter boxes across our catalogue's rating criteria. Scores are relative to all the models we have reviewed.

Neakasa M1 Plus
Main drawbackHigh entrance is the main buying concern for stiff cats
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Neakasa M1 Plus Lite
Main drawbackHigh entrance poorly suited to older or stiff cats
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- Priority: “Equipment”Neakasa M1 Plus 9.4 / 10 vs 8.3
Criterion by criterion
| Criterion | Neakasa M1 Plus | Neakasa M1 Plus Lite |
|---|---|---|
| Waste bin capacity | 8.9 | 8.9 |
| Unit weight | 8.3 | 8.3 |
| Equipment | 9.4 advantage | 8.3 |
A gap of less than half a point does not count as an advantage: our scores are relative to the catalogue, and using such small differences to rank models would imply more precision than we can offer.
Side-by-side specifications
| Specification | Neakasa M1 Plus | Neakasa M1 Plus Lite |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum cat weight | Not provided | Not specified |
| Maximum cat weight | 15 kg | 15 kg |
| Litter tray capacity | 7,17 L | 7,17 L |
| Waste bin capacity | 11,23 L | 11,23 L |
| Entry threshold height | 35,2 cm | 35,2 cm |
| Unit weight | 10,35 kg | 10,35 kg |
| For which animal? | Cat | Cat |
| Litter box type | Open | Open |
| Cat size | Large cat | Large cat |
| Cat monitoring | Visit counter | Multi-cat identification |
| Safety features | Presence detection | Infrared sensor, Weight sensor |
| Consumables require replacement | Compatible with standard trash bags | Compatible with standard trash bags |
Values published by manufacturers and retailers, collected for our analyses. “Not provided” means the value could not be verified.
Which is right for you?
Neakasa M1 Plus
Leads on 1 criterion out of 3 compared
- Equipment: 9.4/10 vs 8.3/10
Neakasa M1 Plus Lite
Leads on 0 criterion out of 3 compared
- No numerical specification sets it apart in this comparison.
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Comparison based on published specifications and our scores, calculated using the same criteria for every model. Our methodology →
Frequently asked questions
Which is rated higher, Neakasa M1 Plus or Neakasa M1 Plus Lite?
They're neck and neck: 8.9/10 for Neakasa M1 Plus, 8.5/10 for Neakasa M1 Plus Lite. A gap of less than half a point does not count as an advantage.
Which wins on “Equipment”?
Neakasa M1 Plus wins on “Equipment”: 9.4/10 compared with 8.3/10 for Neakasa M1 Plus Lite.
