{"id":5867,"date":"2019-09-12T14:38:13","date_gmt":"2019-09-12T14:38:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cats.com\/?page_id=5867"},"modified":"2025-10-13T08:44:15","modified_gmt":"2025-10-13T08:44:15","slug":"best-crystal-cat-litter","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cats.com\/best-crystal-cat-litter","title":{"rendered":"8 Best Crystal Cat Litters"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"attachment_98456\" style=\"width: 1210px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-98456\" class=\"wp-image-98456 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/CrystalLitter.jpg\" alt=\"CrystalLitter\" width=\"1200\" height=\"583\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/CrystalLitter.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/CrystalLitter-768x373.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/CrystalLitter-624x303.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-98456\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Liz Coleman \/ Cats.com<\/p><\/div>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for litter that\u2019s lightweight and long-lasting, crystal litter is probably on your radar. Crystal litter is made from amorphous silica gel, a highly porous and non-toxic mineral related to sand and quartz. Unlike traditional clumping clay, crystal litter absorbs urine and dehydrates solid waste.<\/p>\n<p>The main draw of crystal litter is its unbeatable absorbency. It can hold up to 40% of its weight in liquid! This means a dry and comfortable litter box for your cat\u2014and less frequent litter changes for you. Crystal litter is also super light, a huge convenience for folks who struggle with heavy litter pails.<\/p>\n<p>As the market expands, pet parents have more choices than ever. A good thing, but it also makes it harder to choose. To simplify your decision, we&#8217;ve researched the market and tested eight standout products. Below, you\u2019ll find an overview of the best crystal litters, with explanations of who might find them a good fit.<\/p>\n<h2>At a Glance: Our Top Picks for Best Crystal Cat Litter<\/h2>\n    <style>\n        .cliverse-stat-blocks { margin: 0 -7.5px 15px; white-space: normal; }\n        .cliverse-stat-blocks:after { display: block; content: \"\"; clear: both; height: 0; overflow: hidden; }\n        .cliverse-stat-blocks .block { flex: none; display: flex; flex-direction: column; align-items: center; justify-content: stretch; float: left; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0 7.5px 15px; padding: 10px 5px; width: calc(50% - 15px); min-height: 170px; border-radius: 5px; border: 0.5px solid #BFBEBE; box-shadow: 0px 0px 4px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.25); text-align: center; }\n        .cliverse-stat-blocks .block .img { display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; padding: 5px 0 10px; }\n        .cliverse-stat-blocks .block .img img { width: auto; max-width: 100px; height: auto; max-height: 50px; }\n        .cliverse-stat-blocks .block .text { display: flex; flex-direction: column; align-items: center; justify-content: center; text-transform: uppercase; line-height: 22px; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 300; }\n        .cliverse-stat-blocks .block strong { display: block; width: 100%; line-height: 40px; font-size: 36px; font-weight: normal; }\n\n        @media only screen and (min-width: 1024px) {\n            .cliverse-stat-blocks .block { flex-direction: row; }\n            .cliverse-stat-blocks .block .img { padding: 0; width: 50%; }\n            .cliverse-stat-blocks .block .text { width: 50%; }\n        }\n\n        @media only screen and (min-width: 768px) {\n            .cliverse-stat-blocks { margin-bottom: 0; }\n            .cliverse-stat-blocks { display: flex; align-items: stretch; justify-content: space-between; margin: 0 -15px; }\n            .cliverse-stat-blocks .block { float: none; width: calc(25% - 30px); margin: 0 15px 30px; min-height: 0; }\n            .cliverse-stat-blocks .block strong { line-height: 30px; font-size: 30px; font-weight: 400; }\n            .cliverse-stat-blocks .block .text { line-height: 16px; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 300; }\n        }\n    <\/style>\n\n    <div class=\"cliverse-stat-blocks\">\n        <div class=\"block block-1\">\n            <div class=\"img\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/themes\/ribosome\/img\/clock.svg\" alt=\"Clock\">\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"text\">\n                <strong>1175<\/strong>\n                <div>hours of<\/div>\n                <div>research<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"block block-2\">\n            <div class=\"img\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/themes\/ribosome\/img\/eye.svg\" alt=\"Eye\">\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"text\">\n                <strong>47<\/strong>\n                <div>brands<\/div>\n                <div>vetted<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"block block-3\">\n            <div class=\"img\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/themes\/ribosome\/img\/check.svg\" alt=\"Check\">\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"text\">\n                <strong>8<\/strong>\n                <div>features<\/div>\n                <div>reviewed<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"block block-4\">\n            <div class=\"img\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/themes\/ribosome\/img\/star.svg\" alt=\"Star\">\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"text\">\n                <strong>8<\/strong>\n                <div>top<\/div>\n                <div>picks<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    \n<p>Want a quick look at the products reviewed in this article? In the comparison table below, we&#8217;ve highlighted some of the most important features of each product. You&#8217;ll find more detailed information about each product later in the article.<\/p>\n            \r\n            <div class=\"cliverse-product-block\">\r\n                <div class=\"label\">OVERALL BEST<\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"panel\">\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"img\">\r\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fultra-pearls-micro-unscented-non%2Fdp%2F137590\" rel=\"sponsored noshare noopener noreferrer sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n                           title=\"Ultra\" class=\"thirstylinkimg\">\r\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aac-table__image\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Ultra-Micro-Crystals.jpg\" alt=\"aac-table__image\"\r\n                                 rel=\"noshare\">\r\n                        <\/a>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"data\">\r\n                                                    <div class=\"logo\">\r\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Ultra-Logo.png\" alt=\"Ultra\">\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                                                <div class=\"score\">\r\n                            10.0                        <\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"stars\">\r\n                            <div class=\"stars-inactive\">\r\n                                <div class=\"stars-active\" style=\"width: 100%\"><\/div>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"picked\"> Picked by <span class=\"cliverse-picked-count\">31<\/span> people today!<\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"text\">\r\n                        <h4>\r\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fultra-pearls-micro-unscented-non%2Fdp%2F137590\" rel=\"sponsored noshare noopener noreferrer sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n                               title=\"Ultra\" class=\"thirstylink\">\r\n                                <span class=\"aac-table__column-title\">Ultra Micro Crystals<\/span>\r\n                            <\/a>\r\n                        <\/h4>\r\n                        <ul class=\"aac-table__features-list\">\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Nearly dust-free<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Highly absorbent<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Excellent odor control<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                               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                   <div class=\"img\">\r\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/recommends\/pretty-litter\" rel=\"sponsored noshare noopener noreferrer sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n                           title=\"Pretty Litter\" class=\"thirstylinkimg\">\r\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aac-table__image\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Pretty-Litter-Health-Monitoring-Cat-Litter.jpg\" alt=\"aac-table__image\"\r\n                                 rel=\"noshare\">\r\n                        <\/a>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"data\">\r\n                                                    <div class=\"logo\">\r\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/pretty-litter-logo.jpg\" alt=\"Pretty Litter\">\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                                                <div class=\"score\">\r\n                            9.8                        <\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"stars\">\r\n                            <div class=\"stars-inactive\">\r\n                                <div class=\"stars-active\" style=\"width: 98%\"><\/div>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"picked\"> Picked by <span class=\"cliverse-picked-count\">31<\/span> people today!<\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"text\">\r\n                        <h4>\r\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/recommends\/pretty-litter\" rel=\"sponsored noshare noopener noreferrer sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n                               title=\"Pretty Litter\" class=\"thirstylink\">\r\n                                <span class=\"aac-table__column-title\">Pretty Litter Health Monitoring Cat Litter<\/span>\r\n                            <\/a>\r\n                        <\/h4>\r\n                        <ul class=\"aac-table__features-list\">\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Changes color to indicate potential health issues<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Super fine grain and soft texture<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Gentle on sensitive paws<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                    <\/ul>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"action\">\r\n                                                        <a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/recommends\/pretty-litter\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"none\" data-price=\"Check Price\" target=\"_blank\" 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               <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/MUHU-Vibrant-Crystal-Unscented-Litter\/dp\/B0B1HSFSWG\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" rel=\"sponsored noshare noopener noreferrer sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n                               title=\"VibrantLife\" class=\"thirstylink\">\r\n                                <span class=\"aac-table__column-title\">VibrantLife Mini Crystal Unscented Cat Litter<\/span>\r\n                            <\/a>\r\n                        <\/h4>\r\n                        <ul class=\"aac-table__features-list\">\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Budget-friendly option<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Controls odors well<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Super absorbent<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                    <\/ul>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"action\">\r\n                                                        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/MUHU-Vibrant-Crystal-Unscented-Litter\/dp\/B0B1HSFSWG\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"786833959325\" data-price=\"$21.17 At Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$21.17 At Amazon<\/a>\n                        \r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <div class=\"cliverse-product-block\">\r\n                <div class=\"label\">Best Budget Health-Monitoring Litter<\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"panel\">\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"img\">\r\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Ftidy-cats-alert-health-monitoring%2Fdp%2F871510\" rel=\"sponsored noshare noopener noreferrer sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n                           title=\"Tidy Cats\" class=\"thirstylinkimg\">\r\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aac-table__image\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Tidy-Cats-Tidy-Care-Alert.jpg\" alt=\"aac-table__image\"\r\n                                 rel=\"noshare\">\r\n                        <\/a>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"data\">\r\n                                                    <div class=\"logo\">\r\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/tidy-cats-logo.png\" alt=\"Tidy Cats\">\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                                                <div class=\"score\">\r\n                            9.5                        <\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"stars\">\r\n                            <div class=\"stars-inactive\">\r\n                                <div class=\"stars-active\" style=\"width: 95%\"><\/div>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"picked\"> Picked by <span class=\"cliverse-picked-count\">25<\/span> people today!<\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"text\">\r\n                        <h4>\r\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Ftidy-cats-alert-health-monitoring%2Fdp%2F871510\" rel=\"sponsored noshare noopener noreferrer sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n                               title=\"Tidy Cats\" class=\"thirstylink\">\r\n                                <span class=\"aac-table__column-title\">Tidy Cats Tidy Care Alert<\/span>\r\n                            <\/a>\r\n                        <\/h4>\r\n                        <ul class=\"aac-table__features-list\">\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>An affordable substitute for Pretty Litter<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Good odor control<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Has no smell to it<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                    <\/ul>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"action\">\r\n                                                        <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Ftidy-cats-alert-health-monitoring%2Fdp%2F871510\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"none\" data-price=\"$20.78 At Chewy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$20.78 At Chewy<\/a>\n                        \r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            \r\n            <div class=\"cliverse-product-block\">\r\n                <div class=\"label\">Best Low-Tracking<\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"panel\">\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"img\">\r\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0CLWSWWK7?ref=t_ac_view_request_product_image&campaignId=amzn1.campaign.3FNWBW4UHOKJ2&linkCode=tr1&tag=wwwallabou001-20&linkId=amzn1.campaign.3FNWBW4UHOKJ2_1752161772929\" rel=\"sponsored noshare noopener noreferrer sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n                           title=\"PetSafe\" class=\"thirstylinkimg\">\r\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aac-table__image\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/PetSafe-ScoopFree-Premium-Fresh-Crystal-Cat-Litter.jpg\" alt=\"aac-table__image\"\r\n                                 rel=\"noshare\">\r\n                        <\/a>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"data\">\r\n                                                    <div class=\"logo\">\r\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/petsafe-logo.png\" alt=\"PetSafe\">\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                                                <div class=\"score\">\r\n                            9.3                        <\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"stars\">\r\n                            <div class=\"stars-inactive\">\r\n                                <div class=\"stars-active\" style=\"width: 93%\"><\/div>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"picked\"> Picked by <span class=\"cliverse-picked-count\">18<\/span> people today!<\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"text\">\r\n                        <h4>\r\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0CLWSWWK7?ref=t_ac_view_request_product_image&campaignId=amzn1.campaign.3FNWBW4UHOKJ2&linkCode=tr1&tag=wwwallabou001-20&linkId=amzn1.campaign.3FNWBW4UHOKJ2_1752161772929\" rel=\"sponsored noshare noopener noreferrer sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n                               title=\"PetSafe\" class=\"thirstylink\">\r\n                                <span class=\"aac-table__column-title\">PetSafe ScoopFree Premium Fresh Crystal Cat Litter<\/span>\r\n                            <\/a>\r\n                        <\/h4>\r\n                        <ul class=\"aac-table__features-list\">\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Heavier granules tend to track less<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Mild fresh scent<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Widely available<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                    <\/ul>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"action\">\r\n                                                        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0CLWSWWK7?ref=t_ac_view_request_product_image&campaignId=amzn1.campaign.3FNWBW4UHOKJ2&linkCode=tr1&tag=wwwallabou001-20&linkId=amzn1.campaign.3FNWBW4UHOKJ2_1752161772929\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"729849178656\" data-price=\"$21.95 At Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$21.95 At Amazon<\/a>\n                        \r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"cliverse-product-block\">\r\n                <div class=\"label\">Best for Long-Haired Cats<\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"panel\">\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"img\">\r\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fdr-elseys-crystal-attract-long-hair%2Fdp%2F32366\" rel=\"sponsored noshare noopener noreferrer sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n                           title=\"Dr. Elsey\u2019s\" class=\"thirstylinkimg\">\r\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aac-table__image\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Dr.-Elseys-Crystal-Attract-Cat-Litter.jpg\" alt=\"aac-table__image\"\r\n                                 rel=\"noshare\">\r\n                        <\/a>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                    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href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fdr-elseys-crystal-attract-long-hair%2Fdp%2F32366\" rel=\"sponsored noshare noopener noreferrer sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n                               title=\"Dr. Elsey\u2019s\" class=\"thirstylink\">\r\n                                <span class=\"aac-table__column-title\">Dr. Elsey\u2019s Crystal Attract Cat Litter<\/span>\r\n                            <\/a>\r\n                        <\/h4>\r\n                        <ul class=\"aac-table__features-list\">\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Larger particles shouldn\u2019t stick to cat fur<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Contains an herbal attractant<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Affordable<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                    <\/ul>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"action\">\r\n                                                        <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fdr-elseys-crystal-attract-long-hair%2Fdp%2F32366\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"000338006385\" data-price=\"$20.49 At Chewy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$20.49 At Chewy<\/a>\n                        \r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"cliverse-product-block\">\r\n                <div class=\"label\">Best Odor Control<\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"panel\">\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"img\">\r\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Ffresh-step-fresh-scented-non-clumping%2Fdp%2F103429\" rel=\"sponsored noshare noopener noreferrer sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n                           title=\"Fresh Step\" class=\"thirstylinkimg\">\r\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aac-table__image\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Fresh-Step-Crystals.jpg\" alt=\"aac-table__image\"\r\n                                 rel=\"noshare\">\r\n                        <\/a>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"data\">\r\n                                                    <div class=\"logo\">\r\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Fresh-Step-logo.jpg\" alt=\"Fresh Step\">\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                                                <div class=\"score\">\r\n                            9.1                        <\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"stars\">\r\n                            <div class=\"stars-inactive\">\r\n                                <div class=\"stars-active\" style=\"width: 91%\"><\/div>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"picked\"> Picked by <span class=\"cliverse-picked-count\">18<\/span> people today!<\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"text\">\r\n                        <h4>\r\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Ffresh-step-fresh-scented-non-clumping%2Fdp%2F103429\" rel=\"sponsored noshare noopener noreferrer sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n                               title=\"Fresh Step\" class=\"thirstylink\">\r\n                                <span class=\"aac-table__column-title\">Fresh Step Crystals<\/span>\r\n                            <\/a>\r\n                        <\/h4>\r\n                        <ul class=\"aac-table__features-list\">\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Motion-activated fragrance<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Kills bacteria and bad odors fast<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Moderate dust levels<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                    <\/ul>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"action\">\r\n                                                        <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Ffresh-step-fresh-scented-non-clumping%2Fdp%2F103429\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"044600030227\" data-price=\"$21.49 At Chewy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$21.49 At Chewy<\/a>\n                        \r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n\r\n            <div class=\"cliverse-product-block\">\r\n                <div class=\"label\">Softest<\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"panel\">\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"img\">\r\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Flitter-pearls-micro-crystal-unscented%2Fdp%2F137605\" rel=\"sponsored noshare noopener noreferrer sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n                           title=\"Litter Pearls\" class=\"thirstylinkimg\">\r\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aac-table__image\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Litter-Pearls-Micro-Crystal-Cat-Litter.jpg\" alt=\"aac-table__image\"\r\n                                 rel=\"noshare\">\r\n                        <\/a>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n\r\n                    <div class=\"data\">\r\n                                                    <div class=\"logo\">\r\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Litter-Pearls-Cat-Litter-logo.jpg\" alt=\"Litter Pearls\">\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                                                <div class=\"score\">\r\n                            9.0                        <\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"stars\">\r\n                            <div class=\"stars-inactive\">\r\n                                <div class=\"stars-active\" style=\"width: 90%\"><\/div>\r\n                            <\/div>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n                        <div class=\"picked\"> Picked by <span class=\"cliverse-picked-count\">18<\/span> people today!<\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"text\">\r\n                        <h4>\r\n                            <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Flitter-pearls-micro-crystal-unscented%2Fdp%2F137605\" rel=\"sponsored noshare noopener noreferrer sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n                               title=\"Litter Pearls\" class=\"thirstylink\">\r\n                                <span class=\"aac-table__column-title\">Litter Pearls Micro Crystal Cat Litter<\/span>\r\n                            <\/a>\r\n                        <\/h4>\r\n                        <ul class=\"aac-table__features-list\">\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Fine, sand-like texture<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Good for sensitive paws<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                            <li class=\"aac-table__features-item\"><span>Good odor control<\/span><\/li>\r\n                                                    <\/ul>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                    <div class=\"action\">\r\n                                                        <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Flitter-pearls-micro-crystal-unscented%2Fdp%2F137605\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"none\" data-price=\"$21.99 At Chewy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$21.99 At Chewy<\/a>\n                        \r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\n<h2>Why Trust Cats.com<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_98485\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-98485\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98485\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/8-Best-Crystal-Cat-Litters.jpg\" alt=\"8 Best Crystal Cat Litters\" width=\"1000\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/8-Best-Crystal-Cat-Litters.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/8-Best-Crystal-Cat-Litters-768x373.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/8-Best-Crystal-Cat-Litters-624x303.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-98485\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Liz Coleman \/ Cats.com<\/p><\/div>\n<p>I\u2019ve had cats for most of my life, so I have scooped, scraped, and raked my share of litter over the years. However, until recently, crystal litter was fairly new to me.<\/p>\n<p>To write this review, I explored how silica gel litter works, its pros and cons, and the specific issues it aims to address. I also studied customer feedback to identify people&#8217;s main concerns and recurring challenges with crystal litter.<\/p>\n<p>Personally, I found crystal litter to be innovative and beneficial. But my senior cat disagreed, preferring her familiar clay litter over the crystal options I provided. To gauge the absorption and odor control of these litters, I conducted a test using a vinegar-water solution. I also considered factors like dustiness (bummer alert: crystal litter is super dusty!), granule size, texture, appearance, and smell.<\/p>\n<p>Ultimately, we aim to provide clear and honest insights about products so you can make the best decision for your household and cat.<\/p>\n<p>A variety of factors determines our rankings. Every cat is different, so while <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fultra-pearls-micro-unscented-non%2Fdp%2F137590\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">Ultra Micro Crystals Cat Litter<\/a> is our top choice, it may not work best for your cat. To help you make an informed decision, we\u2019ve broken down our recommendations by key features, like dustiness, odor control, and litter texture.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-row card-review catscom-card-review cliverse-buttons-fixing\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"product-review-heading\">#1<\/span>\u00a0Overall Best: <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fultra-pearls-micro-unscented-non%2Fdp%2F137590\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">Ultra Micro Crystals<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98461 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Ultra-Micro-Crystals.jpg\" alt=\"Ultra Micro Crystals\" width=\"247\" height=\"400\" \/><\/p>\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%2Fultra-pearls-micro-unscented-non%2Fdp%2F137590\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"none\" data-price=\"$14.99 At Chewy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$14.99 At Chewy<\/a>\n                                                         <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0030HO67I\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"633843850503\" data-price=\"$14.99 At Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$14.99 At Amazon<\/a>\n                        <\/div>\n<p>There\u2019s a lot to like about Ultra Micro Crystals. In testing, this crystal litter outperformed the others on nearly every account. While it may be a bit pricier, many users find the benefits worth it.<\/p>\n\n                    <link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/themes\/ribosome\/css\/swiper.min.css\"\/>\n            <script>\n                window.addEventListener(\"firstUserActivity\", function(event) {\n                    var event = new Event('galleryScriptLoaded');\n\n                    var script = document.createElement('script');\n\n                    script.src = 'https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/themes\/ribosome\/js\/swiper.js';\n                    script.async = true;\n\n                    script.onload = function () {\n                        window.dispatchEvent(event);\n                    };\n\n                    document.head.appendChild(script);\n                });\n            <\/script>\n        \n        <script>\n            window.addEventListener(\"galleryScriptLoaded\", function(event) {\n                var postGallerySwiper = new Swiper(\".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98463-98462 .post-gallery-swiper\", {\n                    spaceBetween: 15,\n                    loop: true,\n                    pagination: {\n                        el: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98463-98462 .swiper-pagination\",\n                        clickable: false,\n                    },\n                    navigation: {\n                        nextEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98463-98462 .swiper-button-next\",\n                        prevEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98463-98462 .swiper-button-prev\",\n                    }\n                });\n            });\n        <\/script>\n        <div class=\"post-gallery-swiper-wrap post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98463-98462\">\n            <div class=\"swiper post-gallery-swiper post-gallery-swiper\">\n                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Ultra1.jpg\" alt=\"Ultra Micro Crystals\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-98463\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Liz Coleman \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Ultra2.jpg\" alt=\"Ultra Micro Crystals\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-98462\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Liz Coleman \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-next\"><\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-prev\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"swiper-pagination\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        \n<p>One thing I learned quickly about crystal litter is just how dusty it can be\u2014so much so that I wore a face mask while testing. But to my delight, I noticed almost no dust when I poured Ultra Micro Crystals into the litter box. It felt like a miracle!<\/p>\n<p>This litter had no scent whatsoever, which I appreciated (and most cats will, too). A common complaint with crystal litter is that it\u2019s rough and sharp. This litter, however, was very fine and soft, which is more comfortable underneath kitty paws.<\/p>\n<p>Ultra Micro Crystals did an excellent job eliminating odors, and many cat parents report minimal tracking. It\u2019s also super absorbent, preventing urine from settling and creating that dreaded mush at the bottom of the litter box. With regular stirring, you can expect to keep odors in check for up to a week.<\/p>\n<h3>What We Liked:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pro\">\n<li>Virtually no dust<\/li>\n<li>Highly absorbant<\/li>\n<li>Small grain and soft texture<\/li>\n<li>Low tracking<\/li>\n<li>Lightweight<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What We Didn\u2019t Like:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"con\">\n<li>Bag is not resealable<\/li>\n<li>On the pricier side<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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>Best Health-Monitoring Litter: <a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/recommends\/pretty-litter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">Pretty Litter Health Monitoring Cat Litter<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98464 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Pretty-Litter-Health-Monitoring-Cat-Litter.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"208\" height=\"350\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"cliverse-card-buttons links-wrap\">                                <a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/recommends\/pretty-litter\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"none\" data-price=\"View on PrettyLitter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">View on PrettyLitter<\/a>\n                                                         <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fprettylitter-health-monitoring-cat%2Fdp%2F659654\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"860238001886\" data-price=\"$26.99 At Chewy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$26.99 At Chewy<\/a>\n                                                         <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0DWDGWDFY?ref=t_ac_view_request_product_image&amp;campaignId=amzn1.campaign.3CZKOY0DB1EZU&amp;linkCode=tr1&amp;tag=wwwallabou001-20&amp;linkId=amzn1.campaign.3CZKOY0DB1EZU_1752196085439\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"none\" data-price=\"$48.98 At Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$48.98 At Amazon<\/a>\n                        <\/div>\n<p>If you\u2019re willing to pay more for a premium litter, <a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/pretty-litter-review\">Pretty Litter<\/a> is worth considering. This ultra-lightweight litter features a fine texture that\u2019s gentle even on the most sensitive paws.<\/p>\n\n        \n        <script>\n            window.addEventListener(\"galleryScriptLoaded\", function(event) {\n                var postGallerySwiper = new Swiper(\".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98466-98465 .post-gallery-swiper\", {\n                    spaceBetween: 15,\n                    loop: true,\n                    pagination: {\n                        el: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98466-98465 .swiper-pagination\",\n                        clickable: false,\n                    },\n                    navigation: {\n                        nextEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98466-98465 .swiper-button-next\",\n                        prevEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98466-98465 .swiper-button-prev\",\n                    }\n                });\n            });\n        <\/script>\n        <div class=\"post-gallery-swiper-wrap post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98466-98465\">\n            <div class=\"swiper post-gallery-swiper post-gallery-swiper\">\n                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/PrettyLitter1.jpg\" alt=\"Pretty Litter Health Monitoring Cat Litter\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-98466\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Liz Coleman \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/PrettyLitter2.jpg\" alt=\"Pretty Litter Health Monitoring Cat Litter\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-98465\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Liz Coleman \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-next\"><\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-prev\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"swiper-pagination\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        \n<p>What makes Pretty Litter unique is that it changes color according to your cat\u2019s urine pH. This helps you identify bladder issues early while they are still treatable, though you may have to do some observation in a multi-cat household to identify which cat is having the issue.<\/p>\n<p>It won\u2019t suit every household, but Pretty Litter could be a good choice for cats prone to urinary infections or those at risk of diabetes or kidney problems.<\/p>\n<h3>What We Liked:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pro\">\n<li>Helps identify health issues<\/li>\n<li>Low dust formula<\/li>\n<li>Particles are very fine and soft<\/li>\n<li>Great odor control<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What We Didn\u2019t Like:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"con\">\n<li>Pricier option<\/li>\n<li>Hard to identify health problems in multi-cat homes<\/li>\n<li>Potential for inaccurate results<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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>Best Multi-Cat: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/MUHU-Vibrant-Crystal-Unscented-Litter\/dp\/B0B1HSFSWG\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">VibrantLife Mini Crystal Unscented Cat Litter<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98470 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Vibrant-Life-Mini-Crystal-Unscented-Cat-Litter.jpg\" alt=\"VibrantLife Mini Crystal Unscented Cat Litter\" width=\"320\" height=\"320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Vibrant-Life-Mini-Crystal-Unscented-Cat-Litter.jpg 320w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Vibrant-Life-Mini-Crystal-Unscented-Cat-Litter-180x180.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Vibrant-Life-Mini-Crystal-Unscented-Cat-Litter-60x60.jpg 60w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Vibrant-Life-Mini-Crystal-Unscented-Cat-Litter-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"cliverse-card-buttons links-wrap\">                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/MUHU-Vibrant-Crystal-Unscented-Litter\/dp\/B0B1HSFSWG\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"786833959325\" data-price=\"$21.17 At Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$21.17 At Amazon<\/a>\n                        <\/div>\n<p>Crystal litter isn\u2019t cheap. If you\u2019re buying it for multiple cats, costs can add up quickly. VibrantLife is a wallet-friendly option available at Walmart (Amazon carries it too, but charges substantially more). At only $1.61 per pound (vs. the average $3.35\/lb), it\u2019s an economical choice for multi-cat homes.<\/p>\n\n        \n        <script>\n            window.addEventListener(\"galleryScriptLoaded\", function(event) {\n                var postGallerySwiper = new Swiper(\".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98472-98471 .post-gallery-swiper\", {\n                    spaceBetween: 15,\n                    loop: true,\n                    pagination: {\n                        el: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98472-98471 .swiper-pagination\",\n                        clickable: false,\n                    },\n                    navigation: {\n                        nextEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98472-98471 .swiper-button-next\",\n                        prevEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98472-98471 .swiper-button-prev\",\n                    }\n                });\n            });\n        <\/script>\n        <div class=\"post-gallery-swiper-wrap post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98472-98471\">\n            <div class=\"swiper post-gallery-swiper post-gallery-swiper\">\n                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/VibrantLife1.jpg\" alt=\"VibrantLife Mini Crystal Unscented Cat Litter\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-98472\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Liz Coleman \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/VibrantLife2.jpg\" alt=\"VibrantLife Mini Crystal Unscented Cat Litter\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-98471\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Liz Coleman \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-next\"><\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-prev\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"swiper-pagination\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        \n<p>People really like this litter, and it\u2019s garnered quite a loyal following. It\u2019s earned an impressive 4.6 out of 5 stars on Walmart\u2019s site, with 90% of those reviews awarding it 4 or 5 stars. VibrantLife is exceptionally absorbent and offers excellent odor control, two critical factors for multi-cat homes.<\/p>\n<p>That said, the savings do come with some tradeoffs. It\u2019s very dusty, and despite being labeled as \u201cmini,\u201d the crystal particles are rather large and rough.<\/p>\n<h3>What We Liked:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pro\">\n<li>Affordable option<\/li>\n<li>Absorbent<\/li>\n<li>Good odor control<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What We Didn\u2019t Like:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"con\">\n<li>Limited buying options (I could only find it at Walmart)<\/li>\n<li>Coarser texture<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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\">#4 <\/span>Budget Health-Monitoring Litter: <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Ftidy-cats-alert-health-monitoring%2Fdp%2F871510\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">Tidy Cats Tidy Care Alert<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98467 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Tidy-Cats-Tidy-Care-Alert.jpg\" alt=\"Tidy Cats Tidy Care Alert\" width=\"210\" height=\"350\" \/><\/p>\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%2Ftidy-cats-alert-health-monitoring%2Fdp%2F871510\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"none\" data-price=\"$20.78 At Chewy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$20.78 At Chewy<\/a>\n                                                         <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0C685TWCW\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"070230100078\" data-price=\"$20.78 At Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$20.78 At Amazon<\/a>\n                        <\/div>\n<p>If you&#8217;re intrigued by the health-monitoring capabilities of crystal litter but find Pretty Litter a bit pricey, Tidy Cats Tidy Care Alert is a good alternative. At just $2.60 per pound for an 8-pound bag, it offers significant savings compared to Pretty Litter&#8217;s $3.38 per pound for the same size.<\/p>\n\n        \n        <script>\n            window.addEventListener(\"galleryScriptLoaded\", function(event) {\n                var postGallerySwiper = new Swiper(\".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98469-98468 .post-gallery-swiper\", {\n                    spaceBetween: 15,\n                    loop: true,\n                    pagination: {\n                        el: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98469-98468 .swiper-pagination\",\n                        clickable: false,\n                    },\n                    navigation: {\n                        nextEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98469-98468 .swiper-button-next\",\n                        prevEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98469-98468 .swiper-button-prev\",\n                    }\n                });\n            });\n        <\/script>\n        <div class=\"post-gallery-swiper-wrap post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98469-98468\">\n            <div class=\"swiper post-gallery-swiper post-gallery-swiper\">\n                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/TidyCat1.jpg\" alt=\"Tidy Cats Tidy Care Alert\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-98469\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Liz Coleman \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/TidyCat2.jpg\" alt=\"Tidy Cats Tidy Care Alert\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-98468\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Liz Coleman \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-next\"><\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-prev\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"swiper-pagination\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        \n<p>During testing, we observed that the color changes functioned as intended. However, there are a few minor drawbacks: it produced a bit more dust than Pretty Litter, and the granules were slightly larger. Nonetheless, it serves as a reliable, budget-friendly option for cat parents.<\/p>\n<h3>What We Liked:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pro\">\n<li>More affordable than pretty litter<\/li>\n<li>Impressive odor control<\/li>\n<li>Completely unscented<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What We Didn\u2019t Like:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"con\">\n<li>Tends to track<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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\">#5 <\/span>Best Low-Tracking: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0CLWSWWK7?ref=t_ac_view_request_product_image&amp;campaignId=amzn1.campaign.3FNWBW4UHOKJ2&amp;linkCode=tr1&amp;tag=wwwallabou001-20&amp;linkId=amzn1.campaign.3FNWBW4UHOKJ2_1752161772929\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">PetSafe ScoopFree Premium Fresh Crystal Cat Litter<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98479 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/PetSafe-ScoopFree-Premium-Fresh-Crystal-Cat-Litter.jpg\" alt=\"PetSafe ScoopFree Premium Fresh Crystal Cat Litter\" width=\"218\" height=\"350\" \/><\/p>\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%2Fpetsafe-scoopfree-premium-fresh%2Fdp%2F983462\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"none\" data-price=\"$22.99 At Chewy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$22.99 At Chewy<\/a>\n                                                         <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0CLWSWWK7?ref=t_ac_view_request_product_image&amp;campaignId=amzn1.campaign.3FNWBW4UHOKJ2&amp;linkCode=tr1&amp;tag=wwwallabou001-20&amp;linkId=amzn1.campaign.3FNWBW4UHOKJ2_1752161772929\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"729849178656\" data-price=\"$21.95 At Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$21.95 At Amazon<\/a>\n                        <\/div>\n<p>While all litters track to some extent, PetSafe\u2019s ScoopFree Crystal Litter minimizes that issue, thanks to its larger particle size. This lightweight formula ensures less litter outside the box (and under your feet\u2014ouch!)<\/p>\n\n        \n        <script>\n            window.addEventListener(\"galleryScriptLoaded\", function(event) {\n                var postGallerySwiper = new Swiper(\".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98481-98480 .post-gallery-swiper\", {\n                    spaceBetween: 15,\n                    loop: true,\n                    pagination: {\n                        el: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98481-98480 .swiper-pagination\",\n                        clickable: false,\n                    },\n                    navigation: {\n                        nextEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98481-98480 .swiper-button-next\",\n                        prevEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98481-98480 .swiper-button-prev\",\n                    }\n                });\n            });\n        <\/script>\n        <div class=\"post-gallery-swiper-wrap post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98481-98480\">\n            <div class=\"swiper post-gallery-swiper post-gallery-swiper\">\n                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/PetSafe1.jpg\" alt=\"PetSafe ScoopFree Premium Fresh Crystal Cat Litter\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-98481\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Liz Coleman \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/PetSafe2.jpg\" alt=\"PetSafe ScoopFree Premium Fresh Crystal Cat Litter\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-98480\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Liz Coleman \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-next\"><\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-prev\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"swiper-pagination\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        \n<p>Even though the crystals are larger, they\u2019re still soft. This litter does have a subtle fresh scent, which I didn\u2019t find overpowering. But if you\u2019re sensitive to fragrances, you might want to consider this factor.<\/p>\n<h3>What We Liked:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pro\">\n<li>Good odor control<\/li>\n<li>Mild fresh scent<\/li>\n<li>Widely available<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What We Didn\u2019t Like:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"con\">\n<li>Bag isn\u2019t resealable<\/li>\n<li>Very dusty<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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\">#6 <\/span>Best for Long-Haired Cats: <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fdr-elseys-crystal-attract-long-hair%2Fdp%2F32366\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">Dr. Elsey\u2019s Crystal Attract Cat Litter<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98482 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Dr.-Elseys-Crystal-Attract-Cat-Litter.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Elsey\u2019s Crystal Attract Cat Litter\" width=\"205\" height=\"350\" \/><\/p>\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%2Fdr-elseys-crystal-attract-long-hair%2Fdp%2F32366\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"000338006385\" data-price=\"$20.49 At Chewy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$20.49 At Chewy<\/a>\n                                                         <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000PKW72O\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"000338006385\" data-price=\"$20.49 At Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$20.49 At Amazon<\/a>\n                        <\/div>\n<p>Dr. Elsey\u2019s Crystal Attract Litter features larger particles that shouldn\u2019t stick to your cat\u2019s fluffy coat. A number of long-haired cat owners have had success with this litter, reporting it doesn\u2019t adhere to their pet\u2019s tresses the way other litters tend to<\/p>\n\n        \n        <script>\n            window.addEventListener(\"galleryScriptLoaded\", function(event) {\n                var postGallerySwiper = new Swiper(\".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98484-98483 .post-gallery-swiper\", {\n                    spaceBetween: 15,\n                    loop: true,\n                    pagination: {\n                        el: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98484-98483 .swiper-pagination\",\n                        clickable: false,\n                    },\n                    navigation: {\n                        nextEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98484-98483 .swiper-button-next\",\n                        prevEl: \".post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98484-98483 .swiper-button-prev\",\n                    }\n                });\n            });\n        <\/script>\n        <div class=\"post-gallery-swiper-wrap post-gallery-swiper-wrap-98484-98483\">\n            <div class=\"swiper post-gallery-swiper post-gallery-swiper\">\n                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/DrElseys1.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Elsey\u2019s Crystal Attract Cat Litter\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-98484\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Liz Coleman \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide gallery-caption\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/DrElseys2.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Elsey\u2019s Crystal Attract Cat Litter\"\/>\n                                                            <p id=\"caption-attachment-98483\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Liz Coleman \/ Cats.com<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-next\"><\/div>\n                <div class=\"swiper-button-prev\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"swiper-pagination\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n\n        \n<p>Dr. Elsey\u2019s also contains a natural herbal attractant that\u2019s said to encourage cats to use it. I like that it doesn\u2019t have any smell to it, and it absorbs liquids well. On the downside, the larger granules have a slightly rougher texture. This litter was also pretty dusty.<\/p>\n<h3>What We Liked:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pro\">\n<li>Shouldn\u2019t stick to long fur<\/li>\n<li>Low tracking<\/li>\n<li>Absorbent<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What We Didn\u2019t Like:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"con\">\n<li>Granules were a little rough<\/li>\n<li>Dusty<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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\">#7 <\/span>Best Odor Control: <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Ffresh-step-fresh-scented-non-clumping%2Fdp%2F103429\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">Fresh Step Crystals<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98473 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Fresh-Step-Crystals.jpg\" alt=\"Fresh Step Crystals\" width=\"285\" height=\"350\" \/><\/p>\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-fresh-scented-non-clumping%2Fdp%2F103429\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"044600030227\" data-price=\"$21.49 At Chewy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$21.49 At Chewy<\/a>\n                                                         <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B01G8TG1FE\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"044600030227\" data-price=\"$42.98 At Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$42.98 At Amazon<\/a>\n                        <\/div>\n<p>Fresh Step\u2019s patented design releases its fragrant, odor-killing scent when the crystals are activated. 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It\u2019s rather nice and refreshing. And since it only activates when the litter is moved, it shouldn\u2019t be enough to drive your cats away.<\/p>\n<p>This crystal litter had moderate dust levels\u2014nothing crazy, but certainly noticeable.<\/p>\n<h3>What We Liked:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pro\">\n<li>Motion-activated fragrance<\/li>\n<li>Kills bacteria and bad odors fast<\/li>\n<li>More affordable option<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What We Didn\u2019t Like:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"con\">\n<li>Particles were bigger and rougher<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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\">#8 <\/span>Softest: <a href=\"https:\/\/chewy.sjv.io\/c\/1397719\/3054490\/32975?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Flitter-pearls-micro-crystal-unscented%2Fdp%2F137605\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener\">Litter Pearls Micro Crystal Cat Litter<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98476 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Litter-Pearls-Micro-Crystal-Cat-Litter.jpg\" alt=\"Litter Pearls Micro Crystal Cat Litter\" width=\"194\" height=\"350\" \/><\/p>\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%2Flitter-pearls-micro-crystal-unscented%2Fdp%2F137605\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"none\" data-price=\"$21.99 At Chewy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$21.99 At Chewy<\/a>\n                                                         <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B001LUQ3WC\/?tag=wwwallabou001-20\" class=\"cats-btn pfs-shortcode pfs_product_price_button not-per_measure not-per_day\" data-upc=\"633843106082\" data-price=\"$21.99 At Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">$21.99 At Amazon<\/a>\n                        <\/div>\n<p>This cat litter leans toward the pricier side, but many pet parents find that the comfort it offers outweighs the cost. Unlike many other crystal litters that can be harsh on paws, these Litter Pearls are incredibly soft. The super fine, almost sand-like particles are gentle on sensitive paws. 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And while the odor control is decent, it\u2019s not perfect.<\/p>\n<h3>What We Liked:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pro\">\n<li>Softest crystal litter we tested<\/li>\n<li>Had no perceptible smell to it<\/li>\n<li>Highly absorbant<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>What We Didn\u2019t Like:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"con\">\n<li>The most expensive option we tested<\/li>\n<li>Very dusty<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2>What To Consider When Buying Crystal Litter<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_100438\" style=\"width: 1282px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-100438\" class=\"size-full wp-image-100438\" src=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/best-cat-litter-products-compressed.jpg\" alt=\"best cat litter products\" width=\"1272\" height=\"618\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/best-cat-litter-products-compressed.jpg 1272w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/best-cat-litter-products-compressed-768x373.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/best-cat-litter-products-compressed-624x303.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1272px) 100vw, 1272px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-100438\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Liz Coleman \/ Cats.com<\/p><\/div>\n<p>If you\u2019re new to crystal litter, there are some critical factors to keep in mind.<\/p>\n<h3>It\u2019s Not for Every Cat<\/h3>\n<p>Crystal litter has a coarse texture that might not suit every cat. If your cat is declawed, their sensitive paws may find it uncomfortable. <a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/best-cat-litter-for-kittens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kittens<\/a>, known for their curious nature, may nibble on this litter, which can be dangerous. It&#8217;s usually best to wait until they\u2019re older to introduce crystal litter.<\/p>\n<h3>Choose a Low-Dust Formula<\/h3>\n<p>Most litter creates some amount of dust, but I was stunned at the plumes of dust crystal litter created. This won\u2019t be a deal-breaker for many people, but I would advise looking for a lower dust formula if you have sensitive lungs or if your cat has respiratory problems.<\/p>\n<h3>Look At the Particle Size<\/h3>\n<p>Crystal litter comes in various particle sizes and textures. Larger crystals tend to track less but may feel rough on some cats\u2019 paws. On the other hand, microcrystals resemble sand and tend to be softer, which some cats prefer. Finding what your cat enjoys may take some experimentation, so starting with a small bag is a smart move.<\/p>\n<h3>There Is Some Maintenance Involved<\/h3>\n<p>Most crystal litters are non-clumping, so you\u2019ll just need to scoop solid waste daily. While you don\u2019t need to scoop urine, it&#8217;s essential to rake and stir the litter for optimal odor control. With regular maintenance, you can keep crystal litter fresh for up to a month for one cat. This means less frequent changes, reduced waste, and potential long-term savings on litter.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re looking for litter that\u2019s lightweight and long-lasting, crystal litter is probably on your radar. Crystal litter is made from amorphous silica gel, a highly porous and non-toxic mineral&#8230; <a href=\"https:\/\/cats.com\/best-crystal-cat-litter\">Read more &raquo;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3293,"featured_media":98456,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"_lmt_disableupdate":"yes","_lmt_disable":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-5867","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>8 Best Crystal Cat Litter Cats.com<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Looking for the best crystal cat litter on the market? 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