3.8(3,100)Amazon rating$29.99200+ bought last month
Our verdict
Boxie is a plant-based, clay-free litter marketed around 30 day natural odor control, and while its 3.8 star rating is the lowest in this group, its lightweight, plant-based formula still appeals to owners actively looking to move away from clay.
Owners who specifically want a plant-based, clay-free litter and are willing to pay a premium for that alternative formula.
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You want the highest-rated option available or a traditional clumping clay litter with a longer track record.
Priced 20% above the category median ($24.99 across 153 tracked models)
Our scorecard
3.8/5overall
Owner rating3.8/5
3.8 average across 3,100 owner ratings
Popularity3.1/5
3,100 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other dog and cat food, health, gear and grooming we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
["Boxie's Unscented Natural Odor Control litter is built from plant-based material rather than clay, positioned as a lightweight alternative for owners moving away from traditional clay litters, and it markets a 30 day odor control claim tied to the natural formula.", "It's sold in an 11.5 lb bag, smaller than the clay-based options in this comparison, which fits its lightweight branding, since plant-based litters are typically less dense than clay.", "At $29.99, it's the priciest litter in this group per bag, and its 3,100 reviews at a 3.8 star average, along with about 200 units bought in the past month, suggest a smaller, more niche following than the established clay-based Tidy Cats and Dr. Elsey's products here."]
Pros
Plant-based, clay-free formula for owners avoiding traditional clay litter
Lightweight 11.5 lb bag that's easier to carry than clay alternatives
Unscented, relying on natural odor control rather than added fragrance
Markets a 30 day odor control claim as its core selling point
Cons
Lowest rating in this comparison at 3.8 stars
Higher price relative to its smaller 11.5 lb size compared to clay competitors
Lower monthly purchase volume, around 200, suggests a smaller customer base
Fewer total reviews, 3,100, than the major clay-based competitors here
Performance notes
Being plant-based rather than clay, Boxie is designed to be lighter to carry and pour, though plant-based litters generally clump and track differently than clay, which may explain the mixed reception reflected in its rating. The unscented, 30 day natural odor control claim is the core of its positioning, aiming to control smell through the material itself over an extended period rather than through fragrance.
What buyers say
A 3.8 star average from 3,100 reviews and about 200 units bought last month is the most modest performance in this group, suggesting Boxie appeals to a smaller niche of owners specifically seeking plant-based litter rather than competing broadly with established clay brands.
No, it's a plant-based, clay-free litter, marketed as lightweight and positioned as an alternative to traditional clay clumping litters.
What does the 30 day odor control claim mean?
It refers to Boxie's natural odor control formula, which the brand markets as effective for up to 30 days, though real-world results can vary based on the number of cats and how often the box is scooped.
How does its rating compare to clay-based competitors?
At 3.8 stars from 3,100 reviews, it's rated lower than the clay-based Tidy Cats and Dr. Elsey's litters in this comparison, though it still draws a following among owners looking for a clay-free option.
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