{"id":10740,"date":"2019-11-24T02:04:50","date_gmt":"2019-11-24T02:04:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cats.com\/?p=10740"},"modified":"2025-09-20T01:11:49","modified_gmt":"2025-09-20T01:11:49","slug":"fresh-step-cat-litter-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cats.com\/fresh-step-cat-litter-review","title":{"rendered":"Fresh Step Cat Litter Review"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"attachment_105020\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-105020\" class=\"size-full wp-image-105020\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Fresh-Step-Simply-Unscented-Clumping-Cat-Litter-7-compressed.jpg\" alt=\"Fresh Step Simply Unscented Clumping Cat Litter\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Fresh-Step-Simply-Unscented-Clumping-Cat-Litter-7-compressed.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Fresh-Step-Simply-Unscented-Clumping-Cat-Litter-7-compressed-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Fresh-Step-Simply-Unscented-Clumping-Cat-Litter-7-compressed-624x416.jpg 624w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Fresh-Step-Simply-Unscented-Clumping-Cat-Litter-7-compressed-540x360.jpg 540w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-105020\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kirsten McCarthy \/ Cats.com<\/p><\/div>\n<p>With a name like Fresh Step, you might assume that this brand is known for odor control and you would be correct. The Fresh Step brand produces a wide range of odor-absorbing cat litters, most of which are powered by the fresh scent of Febreeze.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you have a single cat or a house full of them, Fresh Step cat litter is highly affordable, and a brand cat owners love. It forms hard, tight clumps that lock away odors and make it quick and easy to scoop the litter box. Plus, hard clumps minimize wasted litter, which ultimately saves you money, even with this affordable brand.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"su-row card-review brand-card-review\">\n            <div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-2\">\n                <div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n                    <p style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;justify-content: center\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9711 brand-image aligncenter\"\n                            src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Fresh-Step-logo.jpg\" alt=\"Fresh Step Cat Litter logo\"\n                            width=\"200\" height=\"152\"><\/p>\n                                            <p style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 10px;\"><a class=\"amz\" href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fbrands%2Ffresh-step-6765&amp;subId1=Zojr5qPF3fVk6gBB1IannkFhokxvT2DyCZ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\" data-at-href=\"\">View on Chewy<\/a><\/p>\n                                            <p style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 10px;\"><a class=\"amz\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/stores\/page\/4B1AD703-57B4-41B5-90E1-BA2CA1BC2095\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\" data-at-href=\"\">View on Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"su-column su-column-size-1-2\">\n                <div class=\"su-column-inner su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n                    <p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Ratings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n                    <ul>\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <li>Variety of Products \u2013 <b>5\/5<\/b><\/li>\n                                                                                                        <li>Price Per Pound \u2013 <b>4\/5<\/b><\/li>\n                                                                                                        <li>Multi-Cat Formulas \u2013 <b>5\/5<\/b><\/li>\n                                                                                                        <li>Clumping Ability \u2013 <b>5\/5<\/b><\/li>\n                                                                                                        <li>Long-Lasting Odor Control \u2013 <b>5\/5<\/b><\/li>\n                                                                                                        <li>Natural\/Alternative Options \u2013 <b>3\/5<\/b><\/li>\n                                                                                                                    <\/ul>\n                                                                    <p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Overall Score: 4.5\/5<\/strong><\/p>\n                                                        <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        \n<h2>How We Tested:<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>We purchased 3 of the best cat litters Fresh Step has to offer<\/li>\n<li>We spent a few weeks testing the cat litters on several cats<\/li>\n<li>We did not receive these product in exchange for a favorable review, they were purchased with our own money<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" data-cliversesrc=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NrGoZo61JyA\" width=\"700\" height=\"400\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2>Brand Overview<\/h2>\n<p>The Fresh Step brand is owned by the Clorox Company, formerly known as Clorox Chemical Co. An American global manufacturer of consumer and professional products, this company also manufactures the Scoop Away and Ever Clean pet brands.<\/p>\n<p>Throughout the brand\u2019s history, Fresh Step has been known for innovation. The majority of their products are made with high-quality sodium bentonite clay mixed with activated charcoal and antimicrobial agents, though they do offer Fresh Step Crystals made from silica gel as well. Today, the company offers a wide selection of clumping cat litters powered by the fresh scent of Febreeze, including multi-cat and lightweight cat litter formulas.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to being committed to providing cat owners with high-quality products, the Fresh Step brand is also committed to giving back. They donate over 1 million scoops of litter to shelters around the country every year.<\/p>\n<p>They also offer the Paw Points program, which enables customers to earn rewards for purchasing and reviewing Fresh Step products. Redeem points for coupons and free products or donate your points to help your favorite shelter get the same.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-row card-review\">\n<h3>Popular Alternatives to Fresh Step Cat Litter:<\/h3>\n<p>Here are some of our favorite cat litter brands you can choose from today. Most offer a heavy discount on your first order so you can see how your cat likes it.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/pretty-litter-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pretty Litter<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/dr-elseys-cat-litter-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dr. Elsey<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/feline-pine-cat-litter-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Feline Pine<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<h2>What Kinds of Litter Does the Brand Offer?<\/h2>\n<p>The Fresh Step brand of cat litter offers a wide variety of different products. In addition to their typical clumping litters, they also offer one non-clumping formula as well as one crystal cat litter.<\/p>\n<p>Most of Fresh Step\u2019s cat litter formulas utilize the scented power of Febreeze. Choose from original, multi-cat, and lightweight formulas fragranced with different Febreeze scents. Fresh Step does also offer a collection of unscented cat litters for cats with sensitive noses.<\/p>\n<p>The three formulas we\u2019re reviewing here are clumping formulas, one of which is lightweight.<\/p>\n<h2>Top 3 Cat Litters Reviewed<\/h2>\n<div class=\"su-table cliverse-products-table su-table-responsive su-table-alternate\">\n<table width=\"784\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Product Name<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Materials<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Clumping?<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Life Stage<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Additional Features<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Type<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Price<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Overall Rating<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Ffresh-step-lightweight-extreme-cat%2Fdp%2F108168\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\">Fresh Step Lightweight Extreme Cat Litter<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Clay<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>All<\/td>\n<td>Odor Control, Clumping, Scented, Lightweight<\/td>\n<td>Clumping<\/td>\n<td>\n        <span class=\"pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_per_measure\" data-upc=\"044600311569\">$1.02 per lb<\/span>\n\n                    <script>\n                document.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", function(event) {\n                    window.addEventListener('firstUserActivity', function (e) {\n                        let upcs = [];\n                        let brands = [];\n                        let shortcodes = jQuery('.pfs-shortcode');\n\n                        shortcodes.each(function() {\n                            let upc = jQuery(this).attr('data-upc');\n\n                            if ( upc && upcs.indexOf(upc) === -1 ) {\n                                upcs.push(upc);\n                            }\n\n                            let brand = jQuery(this).attr('data-brand');\n\n                            if ( brand && brands.indexOf(brand) === -1 ) {\n                                brands.push(brand);\n                            }\n                        });\n\n                        var data = {\n                            upcs: upcs,\n                            brands: brands\n                        };\n\n                                                \n                        jQuery.get('https:\/\/api.cats.com\/products\/products-prices.php', data, function(response) {\n                            if (!response) {\n                                return;\n                            }\n\n                            let data = JSON.parse(response);\n                            let updatedUpcs = data.upcs;\n                            let updatedBrands = data.brands;\n\n                            for (let key in updatedUpcs) {\n                                let pricePerDay = updatedUpcs[key].price_per_day;\n                                let pricePerMeasure = updatedUpcs[key].price_per_measure;\n                                let priceFrom = updatedUpcs[key].price_from;\n                                let amazonPrice = updatedUpcs[key].amazon_price;\n\n                                if ( pricePerDay > '' ) {\n                                    jQuery('.pfs_product_price_per_day[data-upc=\"'+ key+'\"]').text(pricePerDay);\n                                }\n                                \n                                jQuery('.pfs_product_price_per_measure[data-upc=\"'+ key+'\"]').text(pricePerMeasure);\n\n\n                                jQuery('.pfs_product_price_button[data-upc=\"'+ key+'\"]').each(function(){\n                                    var button = jQuery(this);\n\n\n                                    if (0) {\n                                        let price_from = amazonPrice;\n                                    } else {\n                                        let price_from = priceFrom;\n                                        let buttonHtml = button.html();\n                                        buttonHtml = buttonHtml.toLowerCase();\n\n                                        if (buttonHtml.indexOf('amazon') > 0) {\n                                            price_from = amazonPrice;\n\n                                            if ( ! 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Buying the largest container available is generally the best way to save money, but at what cost? If you\u2019re looking for a lighter option, try this Fresh Step Lightweight Extreme Cat Litter. It delivers the same number of uses as a 22-pound bag but weighs just 15.4 pounds.<\/p>\n<p>This lightweight cat litter offers a wide variety of benefits in addition to being much more portable than typical clay litter.<\/p>\n<p>The formula is made with the power of Febreeze, to keep your litter box (and your home) smelling fresh. The scent is paw-activated, so the litter box will get a burst of freshness each time your cat uses it. This lightweight litter also contains activated charcoal which traps and eliminates odor for up to 10 days at a time.<\/p>\n<p>In testing this lightweight cat litter, we found that it was noticeably lighter than typical clay litter but still a litter heavier than we expected.<\/p>\n<p>We also noticed a difference in the shape of the granules \u2013 they were more like tiny shards than typical round granules. In terms of absorbency and clumping, however, this formula performed very well. It formed tight, hard clumps to absorb odor and absorbed liquid quickly.<\/p>\n<p>The scent was definitely noticeable and perhaps strongest of the three formulas tested. Though we didn\u2019t consider it to be a problem, many cat owners prefer unscented or lightly scented litter.<\/p>\n<p>The fact that this is the only lightweight formula may leave some cat owners disappointed.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-table su-table-responsive su-table-alternate\">\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Category<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Rating<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Price<\/td>\n<td>4\/5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Clumping Action<\/td>\n<td>5\/5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Odor Control<\/td>\n<td>5\/5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Dust\/Mess<\/td>\n<td>4\/5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Scent<\/td>\n<td>3\/5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Easy to Scoop<\/td>\n<td>5\/5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Overall Rating<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>4.25\/5<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Pros<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pro\">\n<li>Same number of uses as 22 pounds in a 15.4-pound box<\/li>\n<li>Activated charcoal traps and eliminates odors for up to 10 days<\/li>\n<li>Paw-activated Febreeze fresh scent for long-lasting odor control<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Cons<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"con\">\n<li>Scent was very strong, many users find it overpowering<\/li>\n<li>Very fine granules may track more than some formulas<\/li>\n<li>May not live up to the \u201clow dust\u201d promise<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This litter comes in a 15.4-pound bag. This particular formula is designed to be lightweight, though the 15-pound size was still a little heavier than some cat owners may be used to.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-row card-review catscom-card-review cliverse-buttons-fixing\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"product-review-heading\">#2 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Ffresh-step-extreme-odor-control%2Fdp%2F103445\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\">Fresh Step Extreme Odor Control Scented Cat Litter<\/a><\/h2>\n<div style=\"width: 531px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Fresh-Step-Extreme-Odor-Control-Scented-Cat-Litter-1.jpg\" alt=\"Fresh Step Extreme Odor Control Scented Cat Litter\" width=\"521\" height=\"391\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"cliverse-card-buttons links-wrap \">                                <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Ffresh-step-extreme-odor-control%2Fdp%2F103445\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"044600306230\" data-price=\"$17.49 At Chewy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$17.49 At Chewy<\/a>\n                                                        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Fresh-Step-Extreme-Control-Scoopable\/dp\/B0747RSKTG\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"044600306230\" data-price=\"$10.82 At Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$10.82 At Amazon<\/a>\n                        <\/div>\n<p>Odor control is a concern for every cat owner, and this Fresh Step Extreme Odor Control Scented Cat Litter takes it to the max. Not only is this formula powered by Febreeze in Mountain Spring scent, but it features Ammonia Block Technology to combat even the strongest odors from feces and urine.<\/p>\n<p>Plus, the paw-activated fragrance releases a burst of freshness every time your cat uses the litter box.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to offering excellent odor control, this scented cat litter forms tight, hard clumps to make cleaning the litter box quick and easy. Thanks to ClumpLock technology, the litter absorbs liquid on contact, forming tight, hard scoops that are easy to scoop with minimal waste. As long as you scoop solids daily, you\u2019ll enjoy a full 10 days of odor control.<\/p>\n<p>In testing this Fresh Step Extreme Odor Control Scented Cat Litter, we were impressed by how quickly it absorbed liquid and how easy it was to scoop the tight, hard clumps.<\/p>\n<p>The scent was certainly noticeable, but we didn\u2019t find it to be overpowering and it was not noticeable unless you were close to the litter box.<\/p>\n<p>We did find the formula to be a bit dustier than promised, but overall, we were very pleased.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-table su-table-responsive su-table-alternate\">\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Category<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Rating<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Price<\/td>\n<td>4\/5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Clumping Action<\/td>\n<td>5\/5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Odor Control<\/td>\n<td>5\/5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Dust\/Mess<\/td>\n<td>4\/5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Scent<\/td>\n<td>4\/5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Easy to Scoop<\/td>\n<td>5\/5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Overall Rating<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>4.5\/5<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Pros<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pro\">\n<li>Powered by the Mountain Fresh scent of Febreeze<\/li>\n<li>ClumpLock technology to form tight, hard clumps<\/li>\n<li>Provides a full 10 days of odor control with paw-activated scent<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Cons<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"con\">\n<li>Somewhat dustier than promised with moderate tracking<\/li>\n<li>Some users find the scent to be too strong or overpowering<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This litter comes in a 25-pound box or a 4-pack of 10.5-pound bags. Because the litter is made from clay, it is somewhat heavy \u2013 especially since the smallest size is 25 pounds.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-row card-review catscom-card-review cliverse-buttons-fixing\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"product-review-heading\">#3 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Ffresh-step-multi-cat-scoopable%2Fdp%2F32596\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\">Fresh Step Multi-Cat Scoopable Clumping Cat Litter<\/a><\/h2>\n<div style=\"width: 559px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Fresh-Step-Multi-Cat-Scoopable-Clumping-Cat-Litter.jpg\" alt=\"Fresh Step Multi-Cat Scoopable Clumping Cat Litter\" width=\"549\" height=\"412\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kate Barrington \/ Cats.com<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"cliverse-card-buttons links-wrap \">                                <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Ffresh-step-multi-cat-scoopable%2Fdp%2F32596\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"044600304687\" data-price=\"$17.49 At Chewy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$17.49 At Chewy<\/a>\n                                                        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Fresh-Step-Multi-Cat-Febreze-Shield\/dp\/B000VDR8LA\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"044600304687\" data-price=\"$12.63 At Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$12.63 At Amazon<\/a>\n                        <\/div>\n<p>Having two cats means double the litter box odor. That is unless you buy a cat litter like this Fresh Step Multi-Cat Scoopable Clumping Cat Litter.<\/p>\n<p>This formula is uniquely designed to tackle strong odors in multi-cat households, keeping your litter box fresh for up to 10 days at a time. This clumping clay litter contains activated charcoal that traps and eliminates odor on contact while also absorbing liquid in an instant and forming tight, hard clumps that leave behind no stinky crumbles.<\/p>\n<p>This Fresh Step Multi-Cat Scoopable Clumping Cat Litter features paw-activated fragrance which means you get a burst of freshness every time your cat uses the litter box. With the power of Febreeze behind it, you\u2019ll enjoy an odor-free litter box for over a week at a time with daily scooping. Plus, the hard-clumping formula minimizes waste which saves you money.<\/p>\n<p>In testing this Fresh Step Multi-Cat Scoopable Clumping Cat Litter, we found the scent to be very noticeable up close but not overwhelming. The granules were extremely fine, however, and there was a significant amount of dust. The fine texture of the granules also led to moderate tracking.<\/p>\n<p>Overall, we were pleased by this formula\u2019s clumping action and odor-busting ability, but it may not be the best choice for cats with sensitive noses where dust and fragrance might be an issue.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-table su-table-responsive su-table-alternate\">\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Category<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Rating<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Price<\/td>\n<td>4\/5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Clumping Action<\/td>\n<td>5\/5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Odor Control<\/td>\n<td>5\/5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Dust\/Mess<\/td>\n<td>3\/5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Scent<\/td>\n<td>4\/5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Easy to Scoop<\/td>\n<td>5\/5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Overall Rating<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>4.25\/5<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Pros<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pro\">\n<li>Designed for 10-day odor control in multi-cat households<\/li>\n<li>Paw-activated freshness every time the cat uses the box<\/li>\n<li>Activated charcoal traps odors and litter forms hard clumps<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Cons<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"con\">\n<li>Very dusty, even compared to the other two formulas<\/li>\n<li>Moderate to high tracking, granules are very fine<\/li>\n<li>Scent is fairly strong, some may find it overpowering<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This litter comes in a 14-pound and 25-pound box as well as a 42-pound bag. You can also purchase a pack of 4 bags, each weighing 10.5 pounds. As a clay litter, this formula is fairly heavy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" data-cliversesrc=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/36puB1O-XXk\" width=\"700\" height=\"400\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2>What Do Customers Think of Fresh Step Cat Litter?<\/h2>\n<p>There is a significant number of positive reviews for Fresh Step cat litter and many cat owners who are completely loyal to the brand. The hard-clumping action and odor control cannot be denied, though the amount of dust and tracking is a frequent issue. Many users also comment on the strong scent of the perfumed formulas, which is all that we reviewed.<\/p>\n<p>This being said, every customer\u2019s experience is unique, and there are both good and bad reviews for the brand online. Keep reading to see a positive and negative customer review for each of the three cat litter formulas featured above:<\/p>\n<h3>Positive Reviews<\/h3>\n<p>&#8220;This litter has a great smell that lasts! It&#8217;s very &#8220;dusty&#8221; when adding more to the litter box however I am fine with that as it works great! I have two cats and my house never smells like I have pets. I&#8217;ve used this for years and don&#8217;t plan to change any time soon.&#8221; &#8211; by Rhonda, reviewing <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Ffresh-step-lightweight-extreme-cat%2Fdp%2F108168\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\">Fresh Step Lightweight Extreme Cat Litter<\/a>, August 31, 2025<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;We have 9 cats and 8 litter boxes. This is the only litter that works consistently for our cats. It clumps beautifully so there&#8217;s no wasted litter. It&#8217;s dusty, but that&#8217;s a trade off. People that come over say they smell weed, but no litter box. We scoop daily. This product is very reasonably priced.&#8221; &#8211; by Sonya, reviewing <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Ffresh-step-extreme-odor-control%2Fdp%2F103445\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\">Fresh Step Extreme Odor Control Scented Cat Litter<\/a>, August 12, 2025<\/p>\n<h3>Negative Reviews<\/h3>\n<p>&#8220;I switched to this product because I was sick of carrying heavy litter boxes. It is much ligher, however, as a litter it is awful. It does not clump at all. When I got to scoop it, the clumps break apart giving off the strongest cat pee\/ammonia smell. I have had cats for over 20 years and this is the first litter that I have encountered that I truly can&#8217;t stand. NOTE: I do like the fresh step brand, it is specifically the lightweight one that has not worked for me.&#8221; &#8211; by Kimmy, reviewing <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Ffresh-step-lightweight-extreme-cat%2Fdp%2F108168\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\">Fresh Step Lightweight Extreme Cat Litter<\/a>, August 8, 2025<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;We have used this product for years with no problems. However the composition has changed and it&#8217;s a HUGE PROBLEM for the long haired cats. Now we have to go through the process of finding another product that is suitable unless you can suggest something.&#8221; &#8211; by Martha, reviewing <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Ffresh-step-multi-cat-scoopable%2Fdp%2F32596\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\">Fresh Step Multi-Cat Scoopable Clumping Cat Litter<\/a>, August 28, 2025<\/p>\n<h2>How Much Does Fresh Step Cat Litter Cost?<\/h2>\n<p>Generally speaking, the Fresh Step cat litter brand is highly affordable. Two of the three litters reviewed are priced just over $0.50 per pound, and the savings are greatest when you buy the largest package size available. The lightweight formula costs about $0.30 more per pound, but that is typical for a lightweight cat litter.<\/p>\n<p>While Fresh Step is a budget-friendly option, premium brands like <a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/ever-clean-cat-litter-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ever Clean<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/dr-elseys-cat-litter-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dr. Elsey\u2019s<\/a> offer advanced odor control and clumping performance at a slightly higher price point. Natural alternatives like <a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/okocat-litter-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u00f6kocat<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/worlds-best-cat-litter-review\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">World&#8217;s Best Cat Litter<\/a> also provide eco-friendly options for cat owners. Overall, the brand is still considered very affordable for budget-savvy cat owners.<\/p>\n<h2>Overall, Is Fresh Step Cat Litter a Good Choice?<\/h2>\n<p>As a whole, we\u2019re pleased with the Fresh Step brand of cat litter. Not only is this brand highly affordable, but they offer a wide variety of products. This brand seems to have the art of clumping down, with all of their formulas offering excellent clumping ability which contributes to improved odor control.<\/p>\n<p>One thing to be mindful of with this brand is the dust and the scent. Though Fresh Step does offer unscented formulas, the three we reviewed all contains Febreeze fragrance. We also found that the three formulas consistently did not live up to their promise of being very low dust.<\/p>\n<p>All cat litters have their high and low points. The low point of Fresh Step cat litter is the ultra-fine granules which have a tendency to track and create dust. The high point is the excellent odor control and hard-clumping action. Scooping the box daily will help keep odors to a minimum and will ensure that you don\u2019t waste any litter as well.<\/p>\n<h2>Where Is Fresh Step Cat Litter Sold?<\/h2>\n<p>Fresh Step Cat Litter is sold online and in pet stores. You can find it for sale from online retailers like Chewy and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/stores\/page\/4B1AD703-57B4-41B5-90E1-BA2CA1BC2095\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Amazon<\/a> as well as big box stores like Walmart and Target as well as local and national pet stores such as PetSmart and Petco.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With a name like Fresh Step, you might assume that this brand is known for odor control and you would be correct. 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