Best Interactive Cat Toys

Updated March 2020
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Bottom Line
Pros
Cons
Best of the Best
Friends Forever Interactive Cat Laser Toy
Friends Forever
Interactive Cat Laser Toy
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Bottom Line

Laser-loving cats and pet parents who’ve tried them all agree – this automatic laser toy simply can’t be beat. A highly entertaining option, both for cats and their owners.

Pros

Rotating head moves in a full circle, giving cats a good workout. 3 adjustable settings (fast, slow, and random) caters to different levels of agility and helps keep things interesting. Operation is relatively quiet. Automatic timer switches off after 15 minutes.

Cons

The tiny screws on the battery compartment can be difficult to open.

Best Bang for the Buck
Bergan Turbo Scratcher
Bergan
Turbo Scratcher
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Bottom Line

Suitable for all ages and activity levels, this simple toy has a captivating appeal that keeps felines coming back for more. Fun, functional, and affordable.

Pros

Circular track and ball offer entertainment that never ends. Suitable for group or solitary play. One of the few toys that blind cats can enjoy, too. Replaceable scratch pad gives cats something to sink their claws into. Comes with catnip to entice felines. Affordable and durable.

Cons

Slides around on hard floors. Random color delivered – cannot order a specific one.

Catit Design Senses Super Roller Circuit
Catit
Design Senses Super Roller Circuit
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Bottom Line

When it comes to entertaining felines, this well-loved track keeps the ball rolling and is large enough for group play. Stimulating fun for curious kitties.

Pros

Motion-activated balls light up and zip around the track for an intriguing chase that most cats can’t resist. Large gaps offer hands-on action. Spurs activity by stimulating the senses. Large design accommodates several cats at once.

Cons

Large paws might not fit in the gaps. Some owners felt their kitties were able to lift the top off too easily.

SmartyKat Hot Pursuit Cat Toy
SmartyKat
Hot Pursuit Cat Toy
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Bottom Line

Perfect for masters of the bedtime ambush, this concealed motion toy indulges your cat’s inner predator with zero risk to your limbs and extremities.

Pros

Furry electronic toy with life-like movements simulates real prey. Sparks curiosity and encourages activity. Sporadic “peeping” helps retain interest. 2 speed settings cater to different activity levels. Provides opportunities for stalking, jumping, and pouncing.

Cons

Some owners dislike the noise it makes when cats catch their “prey”.

PetFusion AMBUSH INTERACTIVE
PetFusion
AMBUSH INTERACTIVE
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Bottom Line

Unique pop-out game play resonates with natural feline curiosity. Well worth a try for fussy cats who won't give other toys a second glance.

Pros

6 openings and a single unpredictable rotating feather keeps kitties guessing. Solid construction with anti-slip feet holds up well to pouncing and enthusiastic attacks. Feather is easy to replace. Auto-off timer preserves battery life. Comes with batteries and one replacement feather.

Cons

Nervous cats might be put off by the mechanical operating sound.

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How we decided

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

38 Models Considered
7 Hours Researched
1 Experts Interviewed
492 Consumers Consulted
Zero products received from manufacturers.

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

Cats love to challenge themselves and learn new things while playing. An interactive cat toy allows them to earn their treats. Entertain your cat for hours by automating the laser-pointer trick, or with a circuit that rolls around a ball, helping them practice their instincts to hunt. These are perfect for anyone who wants their cat to feel engaged but aren’t able physically to play with them anymore. You can burn off their energy with toys that appeal to their curiosity, whether they want to stalk and ambush a toy that taunts them with a feather, or a furry contraption that is meant to imitate prey.

Other Products We Considered
The BestReviews editorial team researches hundreds of products based on consumer reviews, brand quality, and value. We then choose a shorter list for in-depth research and testing before finalizing our top picks. These are the products we considered that ultimately didn't make our top 5.
HEIHEI
Smart Interactive Cat Toy
HomeRunPet
Smart Interactive Toy Ball with Bell
LATT
Remote Control Cat Feather Toy
Catit
Senses 2.0 Digger
Petstages
Cat Tracks
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Friends Forever

Interactive Cat Laser Toy

Friends Forever

Interactive Cat Laser Toy

Laser-loving cats and pet parents who’ve tried them all agree – this automatic laser toy simply can’t be beat. A highly entertaining option, both for cats and their owners.
$19
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Catit

Design Senses Super Roller Circuit

Catit

Design Senses Super Roller Circuit

When it comes to entertaining felines, this well-loved track keeps the ball rolling and is large enough for group play. Stimulating fun for curious kitties.
$11
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Bergan

Turbo Scratcher

Bergan

Turbo Scratcher

Suitable for all ages and activity levels, this simple toy has a captivating appeal that keeps felines coming back for more. Fun, functional, and affordable.
$9
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SmartyKat

Hot Pursuit Cat Toy

SmartyKat

Hot Pursuit Cat Toy

Perfect for masters of the bedtime ambush, this concealed motion toy indulges your cat’s inner predator with zero risk to your limbs and extremities.
$39
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PetFusion

AMBUSH INTERACTIVE

PetFusion

AMBUSH INTERACTIVE

Unique pop-out game play resonates with natural feline curiosity. Well worth a try for fussy cats who won't give other toys a second glance.
$22

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