LitterCompare:Best unscented cat litter, compared
Unscented cat litter skips the added fragrance that many cats dislike and that can mask, rather than remove, odor. If your cat avoids the box or you are sensitive to perfume, an unscented litter with strong odor control is usually the better choice. This page lists every unscented litter we track, across clumping clay, natural, and crystal types, ranked by cost per month and rated for dust and odor control. Sort by cost per month for the best value, or filter by type and dust level to match your cat.
23 litters. Est. monthly cost assumes 1 cat. Prices checked 2026-07-17. Click a row to view on Amazon. How we compare
Frequently asked questions
Is unscented litter better for cats?+
Many cats avoid heavily perfumed litter, and a cat's nose is far more sensitive than ours. If your cat hesitates at the box or you are sensitive to fragrance, unscented is the safer default. Fragrance masks smell; it does not remove it.
Does unscented cat litter still control odor?+
Yes. Odor control comes from how well the litter clumps and traps ammonia, not from perfume. Several unscented litters in our table rate 5 out of 5 for odor control, including Dr. Elsey's Ultra, Arm & Hammer Slide, and Boxiecat.
What is the cheapest unscented cat litter?+
Large boxes of unscented clumping clay are the cheapest per month. Sort this page by the cost per month column; the current Amazon prices decide the winner, and the ranking updates as prices change.