Cat owners are a strange breed. We spend a disproportionate amount of time thinking about where our pets poop. It's just the reality of the situation. For years, the gold standard for "smart" litter boxes was basically just one brand, but the Leo’s Loo Too from Casa Leo has genuinely shaken up that dynamic.
I’ve spent months watching this thing rotate.
Most people look at the price tag and flinch. I get it. Spending several hundred dollars on a plastic sphere that sifts feline waste feels like a peak "first-world problem" moment. But if you’ve ever come home after a long day to that specific, stinging scent of ammonia, or if you’ve got a cat who treats their traditional litter box like a personal excavation site, you know the struggle.
The Leo’s Loo Too isn't just a gadget; it's an attempt to reclaim your laundry room.
What Actually Is the Leo’s Loo Too?
Basically, it’s a self-cleaning litter box that uses a rotating drum mechanism. When your cat leaves the globe, a timer starts. After a few minutes, the whole thing spins. Gravity does the heavy lifting, dropping the clumps into a waste drawer at the bottom while keeping the clean litter inside.
Simple, right? Not really.
The engineering behind these things is surprisingly finicky. Casa Leo (formerly known as Smarty Pear) launched the original Leo’s Loo a few years back, and while it was okay, it had some teething issues. The "Too" is the refined version. It’s got UV sterilization, a much quieter motor, and—thankfully—an app that actually works most of the time.
It looks like a little space pod. It’s sleek. Honestly, it's one of the few pieces of pet tech that doesn't look like an eyesore sitting in the corner of the room.
The Setup Struggle is Real
Don't let the marketing photos fool you. This thing is massive. When the box arrives on your doorstep, you’ll think you accidentally ordered a small refrigerator.
Setting up the Leo’s Loo Too requires a bit of floor real estate. You need a hard surface. If you put this on a thick, shaggy carpet, the weight sensors—which are crucial for safety—won't calibrate correctly. I’ve seen countless reviews where people complain the box won't spin, only to find out they’ve got it sitting on a plush rug.
Pro tip: Get a thin, high-friction mat if you must put it on carpet.
The app pairing uses 2.4GHz Wi-Fi. If your router is strictly 5GHz and you don't know how to split the bands, you're going to have a frustrating Saturday afternoon. But once it's synced? It’s pretty seamless. You get notifications every time your cat... does their business. It feels a bit invasive at first, but it’s actually a great health metric. If your cat is going ten times a day, you know there’s a urinary tract issue before it becomes an emergency.
Does it actually smell?
This is the big one.
The Leo’s Loo Too uses a combination of a sealed waste drawer and a UV-C light. Now, let’s be real. UV light isn't a magic wand that deletes smells instantly. It helps kill bacteria that cause odors, but if your cat has a particularly "productive" day, you’re still going to smell it if the drawer is full.
The drawer is larger than the original model, which is a blessing. With one cat, you can go about 5 to 7 days without touching it. With two cats? You’re looking at a 3-day window.
Safety Concerns and the "Triple Protection" System
We’ve all seen the horror stories about early automatic litter boxes. It’s a legitimate fear. You don't want a heavy plastic drum rotating while your kitten is halfway inside.
Casa Leo leaned hard into safety for the Leo’s Loo Too. There are four weight sensors at the base. If a cat so much as puts a paw on the step while it’s moving, the whole thing stops dead. There’s also an infrared sensor at the top of the opening. It’s like an elevator door; if something breaks the beam, it pauses.
I’ve tested this with my hand dozens of times. It’s sensitive. Sometimes it's too sensitive—a curious cat staring at it from two inches away can keep it from finishing its cycle—but I’d rather have a stuck box than a scared cat.
Radar sensors are the third layer. They detect movement inside the globe. It's a redundant system, but when you're dealing with pets, redundancy is the only way to go.
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Comparing the Leo’s Loo Too to the Competition
Look, we have to talk about the Litter-Robot. It’s the elephant in the room.
The Leo’s Loo Too is often compared to the Litter-Robot 4. In terms of aesthetics, the Leo wins hands down. It’s more compact and looks less like a piece of industrial machinery. However, the Litter-Robot 4 has a slightly wider opening, which is better for truly massive cats (think 20lb Maine Coons).
- Noise Levels: The Leo’s Loo Too is remarkably quiet. It’s a low hum. You can have this in a bedroom and it won't wake you up.
- The App: The Casa Leo app is clean. It tracks weight, which is huge. If your cat’s weight drops suddenly, the app flags it.
- Litter Type: You have to use clay clumping litter. Don't try to get cute with pine pellets or tofu litter unless it’s specifically formulated to be "clumpable" and heavy enough to trigger the sensors.
One thing the Leo’s Loo Too does better is the "whisper-quiet" motor. Some other brands sound like a gravel grinder. This one just... glides.
The Economics of Luxury Pooping
Is it expensive? Yes.
But you have to factor in the litter savings. Because the machine sifts so precisely, you aren't throwing away clean litter like you do with a manual scoop. Over a year, you’ll likely use about 30% less litter.
Then there’s the time.
If you spend five minutes a day scooping, that’s about 30 hours a year. What is 30 hours of your life worth? For most, it’s worth the price of the Leo’s Loo Too.
Maintenance is the catch
People think "self-cleaning" means "never cleaning."
Wrong.
Every month, you need to deep clean this thing. You have to take the globe off, empty the litter, and literally wash the inside. Dust builds up. Sensors get foggy. If you don't wipe down the internal sensors, the box will eventually start acting crazy, thinking there’s a cat inside when there isn't.
It’s a machine. Machines need maintenance.
Common Problems and How to Fix Them
If you buy a Leo’s Loo Too, you will eventually run into a "Blue Light Flashing" error or a "Bin Full" notification when the bin is empty.
Usually, it’s just dust on the sensors. A quick wipe with a microfiber cloth solves 90% of the issues.
Another common gripe is the "clump stick." Sometimes, if your cat pees directly against the rubber liner, it sticks. The Leo’s Loo Too has a flexible silicone liner designed to pop and drop the clumps as it rotates, but it’s not 100% foolproof. Using a high-quality, hard-clumping litter (like Dr. Elsey’s or BoxiePro) makes a massive difference here. Cheap litter turns into mud, and mud doesn't sift.
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Is Your Cat Too Big (or Too Small)?
There’s a sweet spot.
If your kitten is under 2.2 lbs (1kg), do not use the automatic mode. The weight sensors won't detect them, and that's how accidents happen. Leave it turned off and cycle it manually until they grow up.
On the flip side, if you have a "Unit" of a cat—one that tops 18 lbs—they might find the interior of the Leo’s Loo Too a bit cramped. They can’t do the full "360-degree spin and dig" comfortably. Most average-sized cats (8-13 lbs) find it perfectly fine.
Practical Steps for New Owners
If you just unboxed your Leo’s Loo Too, don't just toss your old box. Cats are creatures of habit and, frankly, they can be jerks about change.
- The "Old Poop" Trick: Take a scoop of "scented" litter from their old box and put it into the Leo’s Loo Too. It sounds gross, but they need to know this weird space pod is for them.
- The Power-Off Phase: Leave the unit off for the first 48 hours. Let them go in and out without it moving. A sudden rotation while they’re nearby can spook a skittish cat for life.
- Location Matters: Keep it in the same spot as the old box. Don’t move it to the basement and expect them to go on an Odyssey to find it.
- Litter Depth: Do not overfill. There is a "Max" line. If you go over it, the motor strains, and you’ll just end up dumping perfectly clean litter into the waste drawer.
The Leo’s Loo Too is a significant investment in your home’s air quality and your own free time. It’s not perfect—no robotic litter box is—but it’s one of the most reliable and aesthetically pleasing options on the market in 2026.
If you’re tired of the daily scoop and have a cat that isn't terrified of a humming motor, this is a genuine lifestyle upgrade. Just remember to wipe those sensors and buy the good litter. Your nose will thank you.
Actionable Next Steps
- Check your Wi-Fi: Ensure you have a 2.4GHz signal available where the box will live.
- Measure your space: You need a footprint of roughly 24 x 25 inches on a level, hard floor.
- Order the right litter: Pick up a bag of heavy, clay-based clumping litter to ensure the sifting mechanism works as intended from day one.
- Monitor the transition: Watch your cat's behavior for the first week to ensure they are using the new box consistently before removing the old one entirely.