$3,066,906 raised out of $50,000
Overview
Platform
Indiegogo
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1
Start date
Dec 10, 2023
Close date
Dec 11, 2023
Concept

Say goodbye to the hassle of traditional litter boxes and embrace the future of cleanliness.

Story

When the design of a traditional or self-cleaning litter box makes it difficult to clean, it often means that cat owners clean it less frequently, leading to a dirty and smelly box. This can make cats reluctant to use it, causing them to hold in their urine or find alternative places to go. Ultimately, this can result in health issues like urinary tract infections or skin conditions for our feline friends.

Are you tired of the never-ending chore of cleaning up after your furry friend? Do traditional cat litter boxes leave you frustrated with their mess and odors? Say goodbye to those daily woes with Furoomate – the groundbreaking automatic litter box meticulously designed to elevate your quality of life and enhance your cat’s well-being.

01 min

Your beloved feline deserves the best, right? Furoomate’s spacious open design ensures that your cat enjoys a comfortable and odor-free experience every time they use their box. 

Its spacious and open drum design provides significantly larger room than all other competing automatic litter boxes. This allows your cat to move comfortably and eliminates common problems such as urine splashing on the walls or outside of the box due to its insufficient size.

02 min

With Furoomate’s ingenious design, cleaning is a breeze! The easy-to-remove felt mat, inner liner, and sifting screen eliminate the need for scrubbing or washing. Just quickly swap it out and your furry friend’s restroom stays spotless. No more mess, no more hassle.

03 min

 

We offer both felt and silicone lining options. 

Felt lining is a cost-effective choice and is ideal for individuals who prefer not to worry about regular cleaning, although it may not be as durable. 

On the other hand, the silicone lining is more robust and well-suited for those who prioritize material sustainability.

With the simple press of a button, watch as Furoomate automatically takes over. Used litter disappears like magic, whisked away into the sealed waste drawer. Now, litter replacement is as easy as a walk in the park. It’s like having a personal assistant for your cat.

05 min

We offer two sizes of replaceable sift screens that you can choose from according to the size and type of litter you use:

 

Furoomate’s ingenious modular design ensures that even deep cleaning is effortless. With just a gentle touch, you can detach the entire container for easy cleaning – it couldn’t be simpler. Say goodbye to the dreaded task of traditional litter box scooping and cleaning. Now, your cat’s litter area will always be immaculate.

06 min

Furoomate was designed with great attention to detail. Every part of the product, whether it’s the drum or the inner walls of the base, is formed with sleek, seamless surfaces, free from any ridges, gaps, or corners that might collect litter or waste. This eliminates any hard-to-clean nooks and crannies that might compromise hygiene. With Furoomate, there won’t be any lingering odors due to leftover dirty litter inside the litter box.

07 min

 

We genuinely care about your cat’s well-being. Furoomate comes equipped with not just one, but five safety monitors. These include motion detectors, gravity sensors, and current detectors, preventing the litter box from entering cleaning mode while your cat is inside and ensuring that your furry friend is always protected, day and night.

08 min

No need for tech-savvy skills here! Anyone can use Furoomate, even youngsters who are responsible for their pets. Furoomate’s intuitive controls make operation a breeze. You’ll have more quality time to enjoy with your precious pet instead of fumbling with complicated settings.

 

Strengthen your connection with your pet by providing a fresh and hygienic place for them to use. Furoomate’s effortless cleaning means a happier cat. Imagine your cat’s joy when they always have a clean space to do their business. A clean litter box creates a harmonious relationship between you and your beloved feline companion.

09 min

 

 

Hello, I’m Allen Ai, the founder of Furoomate Cat Litter Box, and I want to share the journey of creating our innovative product with you. I’ve been a cat owner for 12 years and have a deep passion for improving the cat litter box experience.

My journey began in 2018 when I set out to find a product that would simplify the cleaning and maintenance of cat litter boxes. Automatic litter boxes caught my attention, but I quickly realized that they only offered basic scooping features and often made the cleaning process more complicated.

In 2019, I worked with two pet product companies on automatic litter box projects, but I couldn’t shape them to meet my vision. This experience deepened my understanding of the challenges in this industry.

The Challenges of Automatic Litter Boxes

Automatic litter boxes had been around since 1999, yet they hadn’t gained the popularity of products like drones, vacuum cleaners, and air purifiers. The primary reasons were poor user experience and high prices.

User Experience Woes

Most automatic litter boxes boasted advanced features like odor control and cat identification, but these claims often fell short. Users found them ineffective and, to make matters worse, faced additional costs in cleaning and maintenance. I, too, faced frustration and impulsively discarded two automatic litter boxes due to these issues.

The Price Dilemma

Quality automatic litter boxes on the market typically cost $500 to $700. However, having worked as a drone engineer, I knew the value that engineering efforts could bring to a product. Comparing these prices to the features and experiences offered, it was evident that the current market was unreasonably priced.

A Better Solution

To create a reasonable solution, we needed to improve the user experience compared to manual litter boxes. Traditional manual boxes required regular scooping, litter addition, and thorough cleaning. We needed to provide the convenience of automatic scooping while retaining the benefits of manual boxes.

Our solution was a creative one: introduce a disposable lining that users could easily replace or clean, drastically reducing the cleaning effort.

Innovative Design

However, implementing this idea came with challenges. We had to redesign the litter box structure, transforming the spherical drum into a more accessible shape. We also designed a new transmission system to overcome existing issues.

This new design offered various benefits: comfort for cats, easy health observation, convenient litter addition, a cleaner exterior, simplified installation, fewer cleaning spots, and easier cleaning.

Addressing the Price Issue

The functional experience improvement also contributed to solving the price problem. The “open drum design” reduced the product’s volume and manufacturing costs, while the “wash-free/easy liner” service generated continuous income for the company. These factors enabled us to lower our product’s price, making it more accessible to users.

Achieving Our Goal

Through hard work and dedication, we managed to reduce the price of our automatic litter box from the typical $500 to $700 range to just $299. Our original target was $399, so this was an exciting achievement.

The Journey Ahead

While we’ve addressed the major issues in this article, our journey doesn’t end here. We have solutions for complex challenges like app integration, health monitoring, odor control, and more. We are committed to making automatic litter boxes as common in households as washing machines, refrigerators, and air conditioners.

The Furoomate team is dedicated to this vision, and we will continue to work tirelessly to bring our innovative product to more cat owners worldwide. Thank you for joining us on this journey.

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