SZEE Stainless Steel Cat Litter Tray with Lid (Black) — spacious, easy-clean litter box for odour control
Product description
If you’re tired of litter trays that feel flimsy, smelly or just too awkward for everyday cleaning, the SZEE stainless steel cat litter tray is the kind of upgrade you notice fairly quickly.
It’s a covered (lidded) design with a smooth stainless-steel interior and an integrated charcoal filter approach, aimed at reducing odours without turning your home into a ventilation project. That said, it’s not a “one size fits all” tray, and the sizing guidance matters.
The essentials
This is a stainless steel cat litter tray with a lid, built around a durable metal base with a plastic (ABS) top section. The idea is straightforward: give your cat a more enclosed space than a basic open tray, while keeping the tray itself easy to rinse and wipe down. The manufacturer also positions it as longer-lasting than typical replacements, with a stated lifespan of around 3 to 5 years.
Where it tends to make sense is in UK homes where space is at a premium. It’s described as being more space-saving than “other extra-large” litter boxes, while still keeping a generous interior. So rather than choosing between “small and uncomfortable” or “big and takes over the room”, this model tries to sit in the middle.
Key features
The main hook here is the material and the cover. Stainless steel is used for the tray surface, which matters because it’s non-porous and generally easier to keep clean day to day—on paper, that means fewer stubborn stuck-on bits compared with rougher surfaces.
Odour control with charcoal
For odour management, the tray includes a large built-in charcoal filter and a package of activated charcoal. That combination is meant to help tackle smells that build up under a covered top.
It’s worth noting that charcoal filters usually work best as part of a routine—emptying, cleaning, and replacing/refilling when needed. The listing doesn’t spell out replacement intervals, so you’ll want to keep an eye on how your cat and your household typically smell over time.
Adjustable access setup
The lid isn’t just decorative. You can leave it on for privacy and containment, or remove the cover for more ventilation and better visibility for cats that get anxious in enclosed spaces. There are also “rotating switches” on the top for a semi-open pickup configuration.
This kind of flexibility is genuinely useful if you’re transitioning a cat from an open tray to a covered one, or if you have one cat that’s confident and another that’s a bit more cautious.
What stands out in day-to-day use
A practical way to think about it: imagine you’re cleaning after breakfast. With a covered tray, litter can scatter less easily into the surrounding area, but the trade-off is that cleaning has to be quick and hassle-free.
This tray’s smooth stainless steel surface is designed for that—simply rinse and clean. It’s not about special tools or complicated assembly, the selling point is that it aims to be straightforward.
On top of that, the interior space is framed as “spacious and comfortable”. The dimensions given are 57.7 cm long x 36.6 cm wide x 38 cm high, which should help most regular-sized cats feel like they’ve got room to turn around.
Who it’s for (and who should skip it)
It suits you if you want a covered litter tray that’s designed to be easier to clean and better at managing smells than a basic open tray. It’s also a good fit for households that want a litter solution that doesn’t feel comically large for bathrooms and bedrooms.
It may not suit you if you’re looking for a tray for very large cats. The listing specifically says it isn’t suitable for XL cats such as Maine Coons, and it’s positioned as ideal for cats under 6 kg.
So if you’ve got a big, heavier cat (or multiple cats with very different sizes), it’s worth checking the guidance before you buy—otherwise you could end up with a tray that looks roomy but doesn’t actually work for everyday comfort.
The technical details (so you can judge it properly)
- Material: stainless steel tray with a plastic (ABS) top section
- Type: covered/lidded cat litter tray
- Dimensions: 57.7 cm (L) x 36.6 cm (W) x 38 cm (H)
- Odour control: built-in charcoal filter plus activated charcoal (package included)
- Suitability: ideal for cats under 6 kg, not suitable for XL cats such as Maine Coons
Get the most from it
When you’re using a lidded tray, ventilation and visibility can make a difference for some cats. If your cat is wary at first, the option to remove the top for better airflow is a sensible feature to lean on.
Similarly, don’t treat the charcoal as “set and forget”. It’s there to help, but your real-world results depend on how often you scoop, how often you deep-clean, and how quickly odours build up in your home.
Final verdict
It’s worth considering if you want a stainless steel cat litter tray with a lid that’s built for easier cleaning, has a charcoal-based odour approach, and still aims to fit in tighter rooms. The extra cover options (full lid, semi-open pickup, or removing the cover) also make it more adaptable during cat training or when household preferences vary.
You may want to skip it if you have an XL cat, because the listing explicitly limits suitability for cats under 6 kg and calls out Maine Coons as not suitable. Also, if you’re expecting “no maintenance at all”, it may disappoint—charcoal can help, but the tray still needs regular rinsing and cleaning.
Quick FAQ
Is it suitable for very large breeds like Maine Coons?
No. The listing says it isn’t suitable for XL cats such as Maine Coons.
Can the lid be used in different ways?
Yes. The top can be used for privacy and containment, adjusted via rotating switches for a semi-open pickup setup, or removed for more ventilation and visibility.
How do you clean it?
The stainless steel surface is described as easy to clean—simply rinse and clean.
Does it include charcoal?
The tray is described as having a built-in charcoal filter and it also includes a package of activated charcoal.
What size cat is it intended for?
It’s positioned as ideal for cats under 6 kg.