We don't have the automatic cleaner, however, we decided to go ahead and try the PetSafe Premium Crystal Litterr product.  (We've been using scoopable / clumpable litter for as long as I can remember it being out on the market...so, wasn't really sure what to expect.)  Well, it has now provided us with an alternative. We found the product to absorb urine/fecal odors really well (key element), but even more importantly ... our cat used it without issue (most important element .. won't help if he won't use ... some alternatives we tried he would not even try ...).  It was a bit dusty, but many are so not really a deal breaker (though could be for some); plus, it's a little more pricey than our norm.  So .. in a nutshell, I think we would use as an alternative occasionally.  Does the job, we're just a bit budget conscience right now.