Fresh Step Clean Care Crystal Cat Litter, 8 lb, 2 Pack
A silica gel crystal litter that absorbs urine instead of clumping, so you scoop solids, stir daily and replace the whole box about once a month. It is light and suits owners who would rather do one full change than daily clump scooping.
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Fresh Step Clean Care Crystal is a silica gel litter. The crystals soak up urine and trap odor rather than forming clumps, so you scoop solids, stir daily and replace the litter roughly once a month. This pick is two 8 lb bags.
Who it suits
Single-cat homes, owners who want a light litter that is easy to carry, and people who prefer one full change a month over daily clump scooping. Cats with sensitive paws or a dislike of scent may prefer a fine, unscented litter.
Key facts
- Silica gel crystals with a light Febreze scent (Fresh Step)
- 30-day odor control claim with Ammonia Block Technology (Fresh Step)
- One 8 lb bag lasts about a month for one cat, per the brand (Fresh Step)
- Fill 1.5 to 2 inches, stir daily, replace every 20 to 30 days (Fresh Step)
- Do not flush (Fresh Step)
What reviewers say
Cats.com picked Fresh Step Crystals as its top crystal litter for odor control, noting that odors were handled fast and the fairly strong scent mostly releases when the litter is stirred up. They flagged rough, larger crystals and some noticeable dust.
Pros and cons
- Pro: Lightweight
- Pro: About one full change per month
- Pro: Strong odor control
- Con: Scented
- Con: Rough crystals and some dust
Cautions
- Do not flush; bag it for the trash.
- Keep crystals away from pets or kids who might eat them.
- Switch slowly by mixing with your old litter.
- Ask your vet before switching if your cat has a respiratory or urinary condition.
Additional information
| Brand | Fresh Step |
|---|---|
| Material | Silica gel crystals |
| Type | Non-clumping crystal |
| Scent | Light Febreze scent |
| Size | 8 lb bag, pack of 2 |
| Fill depth | 1.5-2 in |
| Replace | Every 20-30 days |