Best Interactive Cat Toys

Updated January 2019
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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 wide 360˚ pattern, 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.

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.

Best Bang for the Buck
Bergan
Turbo Scratcher
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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.

SmartyKat
Hot Pursuit Cat Toy
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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
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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.

How we decided

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  • 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.

    Why trust BestReviews?
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers.
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from 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.

    The team that worked on this review
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      Erica
      Writer
    • Katie
      Katie
      Editorial Director
    • Melinda
      Melinda
      Web Producer
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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.
    $24
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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.
    $14
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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.
    $7
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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.
    $13
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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.
    $25

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